DECLARE BLESSING

357 Days to Go! And what a blessing it is!

Recently while "whining" my aunt reminded me how much I have to be thankful for. Feeling the stinging pain of a recent breakup I honestly had many days I didn't wish to see the light of day ever again. I was swimming, not only in Jack Daniels, but in massive self-pity. (truly disgusting)

My gluttony was taking me farther in sin than I ever planned to go.

HOWEVER, I see now that God was blessing me with a need. Until the pain of staying the same exceeds that of changing, we will remain the same; and my ache was becoming greater every passing hour. Finally...my need led me to God.

So...your need (pain, sting, depression, addiction, loneliness, etc.) can make you better or bitter. This may sound insane, but the things that bring us the most joy can sometimes bring us the most pain. And the true definition of insanity is doing the same things over and over and expecting different results.

So today, I encourage you to declare a blessing over yourself and others. Declare today that you are blessed with creativity, courage, talent, faith, favor and fulfillment. Declare that everything you put your hand to is going to prosper and succeed!

May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you. May the Lord turn His face towards you, showing you His favor and showering you with His peace. (Numbers 6:23-26)