Cynde Layne Wilkerson
He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; and being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform. Romans 4:20-21
 
I realize that at any given moment or any given situation, doubt can creep in and cause us to have a momentary lapse in the ability to make a sound or a sensible decision. More often than not, life knocks you off your feet or throws you for a loop and you might not always respond properly. Sometimes, you are so taken back that honestly, your discernment might not kick in right away. I (the discerning one) know this because, I have fallen victim to it on more than a few occasions.
 
However, Abraham, the man who is known for his great faith, was determined that no unbelief would make him waver concerning the promise that God had made. Instead he grew strong in his faith and continued to give glory to God, completely convinced, fully persuaded, and without doubt that God was able to do what he had promised.
 
This should be our goal, striving to be like Abraham; have that faith that moves mountains and faith that believes in the impossible. Faith that says, although I may not see it, although there may not be any tangible proof, I put my complete trust in you God and without a shadow of a doubt, I am fully persuaded that what You have promised, You are able to perform.
 
All of us have promises that God has made to us specifically or we are standing on the promises we’ve read throughout scripture. In any case, we must be unequivocally convinced, undeniably persuaded in that which God promised. He is more than able to come through on our behalf. We might wobble sometimes, but stay the course. Don’t waver or become unsure, just continue to be strong in your faith. Whatever He has promised you may not come when you expect it, but undoubtedly, He is always right on time!
 
Until the morning, be blessed,
Cynde
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Cynde Layne Wilkerson
I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth. 3 John 1:4
 
I had a wonderful conversation that revolved around walking in one's own truth. Oftentimes, our circumstances, situations, and people (loved ones in particular) stifle or repress the developmental process that it takes for us to spread our wings and grow. We then become broken emotionally and consequently, can become fearful of what we could be or what we were born to do. We may not express to others nor admit or acknowledge even to ourselves that we are silently suffering. This fear in turn, stagnates, cripples, and hinders if not dealt with and we are unable to soar effectively which is essential to becoming what God has designed and purposed for our lives. We are not often validated or established in the truth or in the encouragement needed to grow, so that we can learn to walk confidently in our own truth. Once we learn better, we can do better.
 
This is what I love about this particular chapter because it hails words of encouragement from John to Gaius, as he voices not only his love but praises him for his persistency in walking in truth. I liken this to God regarding us because it gives Him great joy to see us, His children, walking and living in truth and in such a manner that is pleasing in His sight. Going and doing and being as He intended because we are His workmanship, created for good works so that can be found walking in them (Ephesians 2:10).
 
We must begin to walk in the truth of who we were created to be. If you are unsure, then seek God for answers. Begin today, whether you know how to get started or not, speaking positive affirmations into your life. Find scriptures that you can quote daily and stand on the word of God. The scripture tells us if God be for us, who can be against us (Read Romans 8:26-31 ESV). It is imperative that we remember to be true to ourselves. We cannot continue to allow the fear that grips us to keep us bound; the fear that causes us not to excel and be free to do all that God intended because the world is waiting on our offerings and our gifts, whatever that may be.
 
It's time to break free! We all deal with some degree of hurt and disappointments from our past and even in our present circumstances but let’s begin the process of healing; doing whatever we need to do to get to healthy. Let's rise above and begin to walk in our truth!

Until the morning, be blessed,
Cynde
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