Like many of you, I’ve been spending time as 2018 is coming to a close reflecting on the year and reviewing the highlights (and low ones) that have transpired. Perhaps for you, there is one specific theme that comes to mind as you reflect on your life. For me, the theme is Breakthrough.
From the very beginning of the year, God has blessed me with so many moments of breakthrough. Most have come forth through the revelation of painful things that have created false narratives in my mind since childhood. Insecurities, and limiting beliefs have been challenged and brought to the surface, so that I can finally break their strongholds over my life and begin moving in a new level of power and anointing. I’ve had to cry many tears, but healing and wholeness was always waiting for me on the other side.
I’ve had moments of great joy this year, and moments of deep emotional pain. But God has been with me through it all. He’s spoken powerful words into my heart and prophesied over my life and shown me glimpses of what is to come. I’ve learned to trust God with a blind and stubborn faith that may be shaken a little bit, but is not budging. My commitment to God has deepened, and I’ve decided that no matter what comes, I WILL TRUST HIM! I’ve learned that even in the moments when I don’t understand what is happening, or why, I choose to trust His heart. I choose to believe Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future”.
I’ve seen God move in powerful ways through me. I’m learning that His blessings will come to me in the fullness of time, and that I cannot control how God blesses me. He will sometimes use unconventional ways and bless me through methods and people I wouldn’t expect. I’m learning that because of what Jesus did on the cross for me, I am worthy to receive all of the blessings God has commanded over my life before I was even formed in my mother’s womb. That revelation was one of my breakthroughs this year – truly understanding and receiving the truth that I am worthy of His blessings. I knew it in my head, but there was something blocking me from really allowing it to settle in my spirit.
There are things God has placed in my heart to accomplish that I’m so excited about. I have written another book and will be releasing it next year! I will also be starting a YouTube channel that will be focusing on bringing encouragement, hope, and the love of God to anyone who will watch. I’ve embraced the fact that He’s given me a ministry, and I’m ready to start walking in it in it’s fulness. I’m learning to embrace who I am.
I believe that God is preparing me for so many wonderful things. New levels, new business ventures, new opportunities, new friendships, even a new purpose-mate that will be my husband. I’m excited about my life and have so much joy. As I reflect back on this year, I am truly grateful for everything. I’m grateful for God’s hand being on my life every second. I’m grateful for His goodness and mercy; His joy and peace; His unconditional love and grace; His faithfulness and kindness; His power and anointing on my life; a deeper revelation of His word; drawing me closer to Him; opening my eyes to see my life, other’s hearts, and Himself more clearly.
I pray that as you spend time reflecting on your year, that you see the hand of God on your life. Even if you’ve also experienced painful seasons, God was there, and He kept you. The fact that you’re still here proves He has a wonderful plan and purpose for your life. As you remember joyful moments, I hope it brings a smile back to your face and warms your heart. I pray that you come into 2019 with the peace of God that surpasses all comprehension. I pray that He restores your hope and strengthens your faith. I pray that you start waking up each day with anticipation of seeing God’s goodness at work in your life. I pray that you start walking in the knowledge of who you are in Christ, and that the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is at work in you and through you. I pray that 2019 is your best year yet!
Heavenly Father, I thank You for Your faithfulness. You have been so good to me, and I’m truly grateful. Draw me closer to You by Your Holy Spirit. Awaken the dreams You’ve placed in my heart so that You can fulfill them. I thank You that You have not called me to an ordinary life, but to an extraordinary and abundant life. Let Your light shine brighter through me than ever before for Your glory, in Jesus’ name. Amen
