Don't Survive, Overcome!
I’ve been thinking really deeply about this lately - anytime I hear someone say, “I survived this or that”, I’m reminded that the person is still living in spite of whatever danger or hardship they faced. It also means that the situation is still there - it hasn’t been completely eradicated. The person has just managed to find a way to live around the situation or manage it somehow. Then I am reminded of what Jesus said in John 16:33 ESV;
“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have OVERCOME the world.”
The promise was that we are OVERCOMERS not survivors. When you overcome anything, it means you have defeated the situation or problem completely. You’re an overcomer because Jesus has already overcome the world. Let this sink in especially as you navigate through 2024. Whatever may come your way, remind yourself that you’re not going to just survive it but you will overcome it, defeat it and completely wipe it out because “Affliction of God’s people will not occur twice.” (Nahum 1:9b AMP).
May you live a life of an overcomer in 2024. I decree it is so and so it is in Jesus’ name. AMEN!
XOXO,
Lady Abena.
Happy New Year 2024
Oh how we bless the Lord for the many things that He did for us in 2023. We know that what He has planned ahead for us in 2024 is greater than the former. Early in December I asked God for my own word of assurance for 2024. Yes, I call it my word of assurance because when things seem to go off course in the year, I refer to that word I received from Him and it gives me peace that the Lord who cannot lie, will fulfill His word spoken over my life.
I will share it with you and declare it over your life as well, that whatever 2024 might bring your way, do not be afraid. The Lord is your shield and your exceedingly great reward. (Genesis 15:1 (NKJV). He will ALWAYS be by your side and will never forsake you. A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you. You will only observe with your eyes and see the punishment of the wicked. No harm will befall you and no disaster will come near you. (Psalms 91:7-8 paraphrased).
I decree and declare that it will be well with you and your families this New Year. Be blessed with every blessing on earth and from above. AMEN!
XOXO,
Lady Abena
Merry Christmas 2023
Oh what a wonderful day it is! There’s something about Christmas mornings that make me feel giddy. I’m right there with the kids - although I don’t get any wrapped gifts anymore. That’s the part of adulthood I do not like. BUT, I always count it as a joy to be able to bless others especially during Christmas.
My wish and prayer for you in this season is that you will experience true peace, the one that the Lord gives. May your hearts and homes be filled with joy that cannot be measured. May the Lord grant you all your wishes and heart desires.
I wish you an abundance of LOVE!
XOXO,
Lady Abena.