ORACLES - Lesson 39

Lesson 39 of 90

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I can count on one hand the number of times anyone has given me a prophetic word. And because it is so rare, I remember, almost verbatim what the prophet or those working in the prophetic gifting have shared with me. The second word I received in my life was my position in the body of Christ as an Oracle. At the time I wondered what that meant, later in life I wondered when I would start.

Then came social media and I found it to be the perfect platform to speak to my children the words of wisdom that I think are important, the words I want to reiterate, and the words that I know they’ll appreciate later in life if not today—and social media was the perfect indirect approach.

What I didn’t realize is how many people would find short prayers and reminders of life beneficial. If my children never responded or reposted what they read for them, countless others did! You see, initially, I thought social media was in and of itself a gigantic waste of valuable time. What I didn’t realize was, herein was the forum God would use to speak into lives as an oracle.

I found out much later that my natural children were glancing at posts while others were benefiting. With this in mind, I wanted to capture what would expire over time into something my children, and you, could reference forever.

Some of the sayings you may have heard before and others you may have known but never really considered. Regardless, my prayer is that you enjoy each page, as I’m direct, facetious and principled. Just know I speak from the heart of a mother with good intentions towards you.

Let the read bless your life and know little tweaks here and there, or a complete overhaul in personality can make the difference in having a fulfilled existence or a life denied of the many benefits available to you as a believer.

Now, the Words of an Oracle...

Dear Woman,

Like the Apostles wrote letters to the early church, these are the posts I made on social media and elaborated as a letter just for you. They are designed to inspire and provoke you to be, do and have everything God intended for your life. Some days are a reminder, others are an admonishment, but each day is designed to encourage you.

Sometimes we just need to be encouraged. We can know the Truth and know what’s right, but a reminder is always refreshing. This devotional is designed to be just that—refreshing.

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LESSON 39

You can have peace and joy all week long—if you focus on what really matters!

Avoid the distractions that come from what you think people should do, could do or didn’t do. Those things turn into needless frustrations and aggravations! You can’t control others, but you can manage yourself. So don’t sweat the small stuff or let a change of plans move you.

FOCUS on what you’ve been given to do and remain faithful regardless. FOCUS on what you’ve settled in your heart to be and remain committed. FOCUS on the end results and keep the pursuit! Distractions compete for your attention—so keep your mind on what God promised you, has for you, and directed you towards.

Focus requires discipline and discipline means forced obedience. Discipline yourself to stay focused. Jesus endured the cross keeping His focus on the joy set before Him (Hebrews 12:2). You can endure too when you’re focused.

Don’t let distractions dismantle what really matters in your life. Keep your eyes on the prize!