Love you all, praying for you,
I just love God’s Word. It gives it to you straight. It’s practical, it’s true wisdom, the wisdom that comes from God, not the wisdom that comes from the world. Not what seems wise, what is wise! There are some hard things in life. Waiting for Christmas morning when you’re a kid, that’s hard. Turning the other cheek, that’s hard. But the hardest thing in life – is doing PiVAT before dinner. Why? Because the devil will do anything to stop you from hearing God’s voice, and doing His will. Because if you learn to hear and obey the voice of God, the plans He has for you today, rather than what you want to do... You will be walking in His will, which means you’ll be walking in His victory and the joy that goes with it. If you learn to hear and obey, you’ll become more and more like Jesus, your life will be a success, and your life will have a significant impact, and the devil will do anything to stop you. That’s why PiVAT before dinner is the hardest thing to do in life - but the most rewarding. Praying that you will never miss. What’s the best way to ensure that? A Daily Call – it’s built-in accountability, you won’t show up without it, you can fake it, and just share your PiVAT on the fly, but it soon becomes obvious… There’s a difference between what you think you need most from God today, and what He knows you need. And He will absolutely tell you if you ask. Another thing that is difficult – silence. Have you ever been in an awkward conversation, maybe two or three people, or just one on one? And the last statement spoken kind of hangs there, and the pressure mounts… Almost like a quarterback on a five step drop – he has about – “one thousand one, one thousand two, one thousand three” – and he has to get rid of the ball, or some very large people are going to run him over like a freight train – that’s pressure. Just like that conversation – someone just has to say something, they can’t handle the silence. Awkward. When it comes to hardest things – one thing that is right up there… Shhh! Don’t say anything. Just Shut Up! God’s Word surprisingly addresses that subject. Some people are quiet, when it’s time to speak, but most people just won’t stop talking. When it comes to talking, the most important hearer - is you. Be careful what you say… because what you say is what you get. Your words to you - are most important. No matter what other people say, (and be careful who you listen to, it affects you) of far greater importance is what you say to you. Are your words life or death? See the PRISM Topic – Speak Life – it’s a good reminder. Other times it’s time to be silent. Justin Timberlake and Chris Stapleton collaborated on a song with a one-liner that has some weight. Sometimes the greatest way to say something, is to say nothing at all. So what does God say? When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise. A man of knowledge uses words with restraint, and a man of understanding is even tempered. Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue. Praying that you will review today the PRISM Topic – Shut Up. Some of those awkward truths that you really need, and yes, God said it. You’d be surprised. Just like time, the choices you make are critical. You will either do PiVAT before dinner, and run your hours tomorrow on God’s plan and timing, or your own. The difference couldn’t be greater, surpassed only by the result. What is God telling you not to say today? Sometimes the best things, are those left unsaid. He will tell you, and you will either choose His words, and His timing, or yours – the difference equally here… is extreme. Sometimes God says – Shhh! Do you even hear him? Praying that you will know when to speak and when to be silent, because He prompts you. You can trust the Holy Spirit to reveal it, and the more you are quick to obey, the stronger His still, small voice becomes. That’s hard, but the habit is what makes it easier. Praying that when He wants you to speak, and you do speak, it will be His Words, not yours. Because your PRISM time with Him every day, has begun to transform your mind, so you think like Him, and His Words that became your words that you spoke your heart… now become the wisdom, light, life and encouragement that come out of you - to be a blessing to others. Praying that your silence will speak loudly, and your words will be truth and life – for you first, and then for those around you. And that Praise would be the only thing, you never shut up about. Love you all, dad
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