Hi Guys, my thought of the day is this, we are over a week into this new way of doing things, a new life, a different reality from what we are so use to. Regardless if you are on the frontline in essential services or at home in isolation both of these places or positions can lead you into danger before your are aware of it.
That little suggestion from the enmy or thought you have always had at the back of your mind, as you were always busy it never really bothers you, you simply push it aside and start your day. It’s now become your main thought and a mountain in your mind . Those movies, photo’s or websites that never phased you if they popped up in your day as you would press erase or delete. Now attraction or have interest to you.
As for those going to work it was a normal thing you did going to your job, now every morning you awake worried , butterflies in the stomach, anxious and feeling stressed.
Both of these situations are so different, but the same in so many ways for they can lead us into a places and a life we were never intend to live.
The bibles say take every thought captive (2 Corinthians10:5 NIV) But this can be challenging and the enemy fights dirty.
So here are a 10 things that you can do in times like this protect yourself.
- Feeling down or board, ring someone encourage them, pray for them or help them. Luke 6:38(NIV)Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”
- Drive out fear: Write down 25 or even 50 things the Lord has done for you. Revelation 19:10 (Passion Translation NT)….The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.”
- If your afraid: Read the word especially the psalms.
- For protection: Plead the blood of Jesus on yourself, family etc everyday.( if you are not sure how to do this let me know and I will send you a prayer we pray every morning)
- For protection: Put on the full amour everyday (Ephesians 6:10-18)
- For your Mind, body and soul: Worship. worship is mentioned 8629 times in the bible for it is one of the best ways we enter His presence. King David knew this well wether in a field with sheep, temple or his kingdom.
- For your Mind, body and soul: Praise (Isaiah 60:18)
- For Him and You: Give thanks (1 Corinthians 5:16-18)
- For Him and you: Turn your face or attention to Him (remember the song
Turn your eyes upon Jesus,
Look full in His wonderful face,
And the things of earth will grow strangely dim,
In the light of His glory and grace
10.For restful sleep: Ask for and receive His peace this way you can do what He did and sleep in the storm. ( Mark 4:38-40)
Father unsure time are always just before incredible opportunities, miracle and breakthroughs. I pray for protection in the season we are in, guard your children’s hearts, minds and release Your peace. May this be their most productive time in life as you lead them and guide them to victory through You. Amen
Craig and Winnie Patten
Itinerate Pastor / Apostolic Leaders
Encounter Ministries
