Words of Encouragement Blog

“DECEPTION VS. PROMISE”

Saints, Don’t allow the “smoke and mirrors” of the enemy keep you from seeing God’s plan for your life. Look past the deception and see the promise! God’s timing is always perfect! ~M. Ford

“Wait on the LORD; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the LORD!” (Psalms‬ ‭27:14‬) 

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 “STAY POSITIVE, KEEP THE FAITH”

Each year I seek the Lord’s direction concerning our time of corporate prayer and fasting together at the beginning of the New Year. Long story short…as the Lord began to unfold His vision for this coming new year, the number 12 resonated in my spirit. Every number has meaning and the number 12 is a combination of the number 1, which means, “Stay positive,” and the number 2, which means, “Keep the faith.” Together, the number 12 is a strong message to “Stay Positive, Remain Optimistic and Filled with Faith” because our positive thoughts, attitude, prayers and faith will create positive outcomes! As we stand together on 2 Chronicles 7:14 in one accord Prayer and Fasting…People will be delivered from demonic possession, oppression and depression! Strongholds will be broken! The lost will be saved! Backsliders will return to the Lord and the church! Broken relationships will be mended! Failed marriages will be restored! Prodigal children will turn back to God and obey their parents! Debts will be cancelled! The sick will be healed! Saints will be edified and God will be glorified! Saints, We will truly experience SPIRITUAL REVIVAL as we put 2 Chronicles 7:14 in full effect in 2017! Hallelujah and Amen!

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WONDERFUL IS HIS NAME!

“For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.  (‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭9:6‬)  

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Have A Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! ~ Mary & James Ford

RELAX, RELATE, RELEASE!

“Planning, shopping, cooking, cleaning, decorating, celebrating—and the list goes on and on! It’s no wonder you are feeling too exhausted to really enjoy the holidays. Take the time to just slow down and reflect on what this season really means—and simply enjoy the precious moments of the days remaining. This holiday season, let’s make every effort to strive to enter into that peaceful place of rest in Jesus. It’s time to embrace the promise of His Sabbath-rest that still stands true today. So, go ahead…Relax, Relate and Release!” ~ From Duty To Delight, M. Ford

“There remains, then, a Sabbath-rest for the people of God; for anyone who enters Gods rest also rests from their works, just as God did from His.” (Hebrews 4: 9-10)  

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“POSITIONING YOURSELF FOR BLESSINGS”

Saints, God is ready, willing and able to bless you. BUT, He’s waiting for you to get into the right position. Instead of making the usual resolutions for the upcoming New Year, resolve to position your daily walk in the will of God. This means that some people, places and things can’t go with you into the New Year—So, start now lightening your load! Position yourself to be blessed by seeking God’s will for your life in every area through fervent prayer. As you align your life with God’s will, some people, places and things may fall away and some you may put away—either case, you will have room for God’s abundant blessings! Shalom ~ M. Ford

“Now, therefore,” says the LORD, “Turn to Me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning.” So rend your heart, and not your garments; Return to the LORD your God, For He is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness; And He relents from doing harm. Who knows if He will turn and relent, And leave a blessing behind Him—?” ‭‭(Joel‬ ‭2:12-14‬)  

“Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is.”  ‭‭(Ephesians‬ ‭5:17‬) 

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LORD, HEAR OUR CRY!

Heavenly Father,  Help your children. As we strive to do your will, renew our strength day by day. Mount us up on wings of eagles! As we walk, let us not faint. When we run, let us not get weary. When we stand still, let us feel your presence and power encouraging us to remain strong and run on!  Lord lead us, guide us, direct us and protect us as we press forward each day. Father, give us an extra portion of your strength, mercy and grace on this day. Render the weapons formed by the enemy ineffective! Give us your joy unspeakable! Lord, let your light shine so bright within us that the world will see YOU in everything we do or go through!  Father, help us fight the good fight, stay positive and keep the faith! Thank you Lord for your unfailing love! Lord, Let Your will be done in and through each one of us this day…In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen 🙏

“Now this is the confidence that we have in Him, that if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us. And if we know that He hears us, whatever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have asked of Him.” (‭‭I John‬ ‭5:14-15‬)

“TAKE THE LIMITS OFF!”

Saints, Sometimes YOU can be your biggest Limitation in life. Looking to ones self and others to do what ONLY Christ can will always amount to less than the Lord intended for you. In the coming new year, tap into The Fathers’ unlimited power and potential…Take The Limits Off! ~M. Ford

“I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me.”‭‭ (Philippians‬ ‭4:13‬) 

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“RIGHT ON TIME”

Saints, the US Postal Service ain’t got nothing on JESUS. Rain, sleet, hail or snow…He always delivers ON TIME! ~M. Ford

“But those who wait on the LORD Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint.” (‭Isaiah‬ ‭40:31‬) 

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