Word for the day "The handling of Success"
II Samuel 15:25b-26 (NKJV) If I find favor in the eyes of the LORD, He will bring me back and show me both it and His dwelling place. 26 But if He says thus: ‘I have no delight in you,’ here I am, let Him do to me as seems good to Him.”There are times when you may feel as if you are on top of the world. You may feel as though your struggle with sin and even life is over for good. In such times, it’s tempting to relax and neglect your relationship with God. But then life surprises you with an unexpected problem, and you come to your senses. Recognize that you are never so spiritually right that you can afford to neglect your relationship with God. (Now this is a 21st century message, which the Lord keeps dealing with me about).!Take it from a good man who went before you. King David had reached the pinnacle of political success. He killed giants, won battles, captured the hearts of the people, and overcame enemies on every side. While he was in this comfortable position, life surprised him with the rebellion of his own son.It may have been that David, in the midst of his successes had fallen out of the habit of relying on God day by day. But he quickly placed his life back in God’s hands after the rebellion. God did protect him and returned him to the throne in Jerusalem. However, his son of rebellion Absalom died and David lived with that hurt for the rest of his life. (Read the story from II Samuel Chapter 13 through Chapter 18)Point to ponder: When life hits you with the unexpected, let it be a reminder that your life needs to be in God’s hands continually. We have to remain vigilant in our walk with God. Have a marvelous Thursday great people!Our Leadership team is especially thankful for those of you who provided financial donations and support in the month of September 2016 by partnering with us in efforts to advance the kingdom of God in this 21st century season: Special thanks to Mr. William Wilson, Ms. and Gertrude Scott. Why don't you take the opportunity to write us on our blog and let us know how we are doing in serving you Great people, we'd love to hear from you! Follow me on Twitter @Elder James Baker, as I endeavor to encourage and empower leaders of today and tomorrow! Kingdom Blessings,Pastor James Baker, Jr.Thank you for using the Word Cup devotionals brought to you through Grace and Truth Leadership on (Word press). We are a faith-based, donor-supported ministry. If you have been touched by these daily devotionals, and would like to make a monthly pledge or a special gift of any amount, please use the link below to give as the Lord leads. Thank you so much!http://www.graceandtruthleadership.org/#!donate/vv9e2