Words of Encouragement Blog

“LET THE CHURCH BE THE CHURCH”

There is a difference between “going to church” and “being The Church.” Jesus is coming back for His Church. Are You Ready?~M. Ford

Are You Enjoying Jesus Yet?

“LIFESTYLE MATTERS”

Does your Lifestyle make God’s voice audible for those who otherwise would not hear Him speak? ~M. Ford

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16)

BEAUTIFUL. BRILLIANT. BLESSED.               B-Attitude for God’s Daughters❣️

Father, I pray that you will give Pastor’s wisdom as they call their congregations to prayer and lead them to a spiritual understanding of the times. I pray that those called by your name will seek hard after the truth of your word so that they may be spiritually mature and not blown away by every wind of doctrine; being able to withstand the wiles of the devil in this evil day. Father, raise up prayer warriors, teachers, preachers, prophets and pastors who are truly sold-out for Christ; becoming beacons of light in a dark and dying world. Father, give your children an unrest in our spirit that will drive us to our knees over the condition of our communities, nation, and a world consumed by this present darkness. Lord, send a fresh wind of steadfast faith and a fire of desire for more of YOU that will ignite the hearts of your people across the land! It’s in Jesus’ mighty and matchless name I pray and praise you forever! Amen🙏🏽

“And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to mature manhood, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ, so that we may no longer be children, tossed to and fro by the waves and carried about by every wind of doctrine, by human cunning, by craftiness in deceitful schemes.” (Ephesians 4:11-14)

My Heavenly Father, I pray for your loving touch upon the hearts of those who may be hurting and filled with sorrow and despair. No matter the reason for the hurt, You Father, are the remedy. Soothe the pain, heal the heart ache, and place a smile in their spirit that will overshadow the sorrow and pain in their heart. And when they lay down at night, give them a peaceful sweet sleep and bring them joy with the morning light! No matter the condition, situation or circumstance…Father, help each of your children to stay positive and keep the faith. In Jesus’ name I pray and thank you in advance…Amen. 

“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Philippians‬ ‭4:7‬)

“HARVEST TIME”

Don’t expect a bountiful harvest if you have no seed in the ground. Selah ~M. Ford

“But this I say: He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.” (‭II Corinthians‬ ‭9:6‬)

“CAN YOU SEE ME NOW?”

If you can’t see God working in your situation–it may be that your eyes are focused on IT and not HIM. ~M. Ford 

“I will lift up my eyes to the hills— From whence comes my help? My help comes from the Lord , Who made heaven and earth.” (Psalms 121:1-2)

Father, Anoint your children so that we can be most effective for your kingdom work, and true to the calling you’ve placed on our lives…individually and collectively.  Hear the cry of your children, Oh Lord, and heal our Land! Some are sick, but when the doctors fail…YOU, Oh Lord, are still faithful! Some are hurting, but YOU, Oh Lord, are the soothing salve needed to ease the pain! Some are in turmoil, but YOU, Oh Lord, can bring peace in the midst of life storms! 

Father, in times like these, You are our joy, peace, strength and song…a very present help in times of trouble! So, I humbly ask that You lead, guide, provide, direct and protect us each and every day. Father, move in the lives of your people in a supernatural way! Meet us at the point of our most intimate need; Heal our bodies; Renew our minds; Consecrate our hearts; And Anoint us from the crown of our heads to the soul of our feet! Father, allow the sweet fragrance of your presence to intoxicate those we encounter daily as we Drip Jesus everywhere our feet trod! Hallelujah! 

Father…we totally surrender our hearts, minds, body and soul to You! Be glorified in all we say, think and do. Lord, thank You for trusting us with this Calling on our lives and for your unconditional love! IJN I pray and give you all praise! Amen 🙏🏽 

“LORD, CHANGE MY MIND!”

If you let GOD do HIS work IN you, then He will be able to do HIS work THROUGH you! ~M. Ford

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” (Romans 12:2)

“I TRUST YOU LORD!”

Life will deal out the good, bad and the ugly…BUT stay focused on Christ, the solid Rock! Remember, He is the anchor that will hold you steady through the storms and keep your mind in perfect peace. Selah. ~M. Ford 

“You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in You, all whose thoughts are fixed on you! Trust in the Lord always, for the Lord God is the eternal Rock.” (Isaiah 26:3-4)