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This is such a sensitive issue that I'm careful how to address it. I'll simply ask, are you sure this is God's will for your life? God sees what we don't see, so please make sure you're seeking "HIM" and only Him diligently for the guidance and direction in your life.

Hi. I'm just trying to understand a little. Is it that you're close to your cousin and being accused of an inappropriate relationship? Why is that this is causing you to want to die? Please advise. In Christ, there is life more abundantly.

This is really good stuff yawl, considering I was just saying this eve, "I don't know what He wants me to do. Yet, I don't want to not move according to what I think I should be doing (faith without works) in regards to personal things I'm facing right now. I find myself singing Stand - "What do you do when you've done all you can...you just stand and be sure God has a purpose, God has a plan." That's sometimes easier said than done. I'm literally at the edge of a cliff and feel God is saying "Yea, I know I'm pushing you, but it's for your good." I keep reminding myself that I can't be a testament to something I haven't been through. If nothing else I will be able to tell someone - Oh yes, God will do this, that and the other in order to perfect His work in you and you have to be patient enough for Him to do the work. You might need a 40 day/night fast for patience alone, but He'll definitely bring it outta ya!

I agree. The "calm before the storm." Whenever the Lord is moving me into something, it's a stillness that occurs. I usually get the "Oh Lord, where I am I headed" feeling and just say with a deep breath. "Whatever it is Lord - Here am I, send/use me." Short lived as they may be , I bless God for those still moments. The motionless grass reminds me of a warm spring/summer day right before a storm is about to hit. Everything seems so serene, though a quiet wind breezes by ever so often. His voice is like that quiet breeze. It makes you close your eyes, stand still and just breathe the more of Him.

Many songs inspire me whereas like another poster I can see the spiritual side of it. I don't take it to far though. For example, Alicia Keys' "No One." I have sang that in talking to the Lord - "No one will get in the way of what I feel for you..." Also, The Impressions - "Keep on Pushing." Especially in the place the Lord has me right now I've got to keep on pushing! "Now look-a look (look-a look) A-look-a yonder...what's that I see? A great big stone wall stands there ahead of me? But I've got my pride (I replace with Holy Spirit/God/Lord Jesus)...and I'll move the wall aside and keep on pushing! Hallelujah, Hallelujah - Keep on Pushing!"

“It is before the wind comes that the long grass is motionless.” Are you standing still to hear from God? How do you take waiting patiently on God to manifest certain things/desires in your life, yet equally moving forward with those things you already know He's required you to do? Just throwing it out there for discussion. Blessings to you...

I sent this to a dear person in the Lord. Hope it helps. Prayer: Father, give me the courage to follow the pathway of faith, not the path of fear, for you have not given me a spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind (2 Tim. 1:7). Father, please endue me with Your power, clothe me in Your love that casts out all fear (1 John 4:18), and guide me with the mind of Christ (1 Cor. 2:16). Let my mind be in You, Lord God, as it is in Christ Jesus. Lord, I surrender myself unto You as a living sacrifice that I may prove what is the good, acceptable and perfect will of God, in the name of Jesus. I refuse to respond according to my own wisdom and strength. In accordance with James 1:5:8, I ask for Your wisdom regarding my future, knowing that if we ask, you give it liberally and without reproach. I ask in faith, without doubting, expecting You to give me divine direction in every area of my life. I thank You in advance for the wisdom and understanding You assure me You will give. All things in You are yea and amen. In Jesus Name I Pray and it is so. Amen. Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He will make your paths straight. Jeremiah 29:11 - 'For I know the plans that I have for you,' declares the LORD, 'plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope. Proverbs 16:9- The mind of man plans his way, But the LORD directs his steps. Blessings to You.

God is helping me to understand who I am in Him through Romans 8:28-39. This passage was like a trampoline to my spirit - it helped me bounce back. Blessings to you...

This is very interesting and good information. Does soul ties come into play with this also?

Thanks SIC. To God Be the Glory!

Bless God for you Jasmine. Your desire for God in your youth is amazing. If you abide in Him and let Him abide in you, God will do wonderful things in your life. Ask God for strength and hopefully you have someone to pray with and encourage you during this fast. It helps. Nonetheless, I'm sure you have ones here that are praying for you during this time of stretching yourself to reach the more of the Father. Look for scriptures used during fasting. Read one (or more) daily to help. Be encouraged and take it day by day leaning on God/Lord Jesus to help you through. Blessings to you.

When the praises of God are going up, lives will be changed, souls healed... When the praises of God go up, blessings come down. Praise God for the healing in your marriage that's already done in the name of Jesus...praise Him in advance. I reminded of a song that says "Don't wait till the battle is over shout now...you know in the end, you're going to win!"

Whenever God tells me to do something, I know He has an agenda always different from what I'm thinking (lol). He told me to join and post daily, though I'm still working on the daily part - obedience in small things too (lol). Imma tell you my testimony one day. I didn't just jump into obedience to God out of sure adoration of the Almighty. Baby bye. I loved Him enough to pay tithes, stay in church, pray inconsistently and read the word every now again. As long as favor was good, so was I. Soon as favor seemed like it was gone, so was I. God said, uh huh. I know you love me and have a desire for me. Imma help you out so you can quit this up and down thing. You'll learn to be content when you have and when you don't in season and out. Then He said, this may hurt a little, but you'll come out better than you went in (lol). Then he broke the pot and He's been putting me back together since (Jeremiah 18:1-10). My obedience and faith is determining the type of pot He's making me to be. Blessings to you.

If I could type in tongues I would. But for now, I'll just say this... You can do it Woman of God! You can overcome any adversity in your flesh. Greater is the Lord God in you than any confusion that is in your mind and I come against every spirit that seeks to make you feel differently. It will not prosper. You will go after God with all that is in you. You will say yes to the Lord in every area of your life. You will be the head and not the tail. You will endure this race like a tree planted by the rivers of water bringing fruit in it's season. You will, wait - you are what the Lord says you are and whom He's called you to be. Woman of God, I speak Victory over your life in the Name of Jesus! You are an Overcomer redeemed and healed by the blood of the Lamb! The devil thought he had you, but God said no, touch not my anointed and do her no harm. I have a work for that one. So yes, it's hard for you right now because you're travailing - you have a great work in God to do. I speak strength to you in the Name of Jesus. Hold on SisterInChrist. I pray for wisdom (including wisdom for business ideas that can only be downloaded by God), discernment and focus to be elevated in you. Obedience is already done! Blessings to you!

Amen! I touch and agree with you both! The curse is broken!

I know this is an older post, but felt a need to add my two cents. When I was between 9-12 years old, I was prophesied to by a preacher who told me I would follow in my father's footsteps (my father was a preacher about to turn pastor at the time). I respectively let him lay hands on me and went and sat down thinking to myself "Everybody ain't got a word." Little did I know God can use ANYONE He chooses to get His word to His chosen. Add 20 plus years and hear I am FINALLY having just accepted my calling into the office of ministry (Ephesians 4:11). Now, I'm not pulpit ready. I've accepted the call, now I have to be developed for it which I'm currently undergoing. That's another amazing story for another post about how this came about. Nonetheless, I am furious when it comes to churches not moving forward/going after God/progressing beyond the milk/Similac "baby Christians" stage /not being a help (in all areas) to others, etc." My joy has always been (even in my sin) telling folks about the Lord, how without Him I wouldn't have made it, how He's kept me, etc. Equally, I love giving and being a blessing to others; being self-employed, etc. God has been taking me through a place of total reliance on Him which has been a journey. When you're used to being able to take care of things yourself, He has to show you whose "really" running the show. Though it's been difficult, God is faithful, I trust Him wholeheartedly and He's allowing me to understand who He TRULY is. I laugh now when I think about the path God is taking me on. He never let me sway to far. He always kept me with one foot inside of the church and didn't let me perish without getting my other foot in too. The Bible says seek first the kingdom of God (Matt. 6:33) and all these things (questions, desires, etc.) will be added to you. In Matt 7:7,8 it also says to seek Him and you will find Him, knock and the door will be opened. That means for everything you need - direction, guidance, etc., ask God. As your relationship with Him grows, so will the tug in you to do His will. Seek God for every answer that you need in your life, but equally be prepared for Him to give it to you. The calling in God does not come without a cost (gift is without repentance), but a life fulfilled is worth every bit of it. Blessings to you on your journey and may the peace of God which surpasses all understanding keep your heart and mind stayed on Him as you seek Him for your divine calling/purpose. God Bless...