A Special Message From Minister Kimberly

Hello Everyone, I trust that 2014 has been favorable to you and that you are flowing in the blessings of the Lord! I must say, I did miss connecting with you in The Angelic Pen’s Email Newsletter January 2014 edition.

A Special Message From Min. Kimberly

My mom passed in December. I’m sure that you understand, it was a very sensitive time for me. My mother loved all of my writings even the ones that I did when I was a child. I am quite sure that if she were still here she would encourage me to continue writing. It is a God given gift, something that I love to do, and it is also very therapeutic. The great love that my mom had for me, her words of encouragement, and wisdom inspire me to move forward. Although, I miss her dearly I know that she is in a better place.

Earlier last year my mother was very adamant about expressing sentiments from her and my dad on my website. I am truly grateful that she had an opportunity to do that. I cherish those words. I invite you to read the special message between my parents and myself that was posted on my website. Please remember my family in your prayers. Thank you very much!!

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In His Grace,

Minister Kimberly L Smith

The Angelic Pen, Founder

A New Time, A New Place

“Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.” Isaiah 43:19 KJV

If you are reading this blog then the Lord has blessed you to see a brand new year. Just think about that for a moment, the Lord has given you an opportunity to be a live participant in a year that you have never seen before. Therefore, 2014 is definitely a new time and a new place that the Lord has made.

Let’s endeavor to trust God more than ever this year. Let’s look to Him as the orchestrator of our faith. The word of God tells us that He sets our faith in motion. He is the author and finisher of our faith. He takes us from one plateau to the next, and He never leaves us alone while we’re on our journey.

My beautiful mother passed at the beginning of last month, talk about a new time and a new place for both of us. She is in a new place and new time. She is now in a place where she no longer has to suffer but, is free from the many years of pain that she endured. It’s a new place and time for me because I had to enter into a new year in a bittersweet mode; grateful to see 2014 but, missing my mom at the same time.

Yes 2014 will be filled with new things, from celebrations to challenges. It is wise for us to acknowledge the Lord in whatever the case may be. The word of God says, “For the steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord.” Psalms 37:23 He will always show us the way.

Reflections

1. What new things would you like to experience this year?

2. What has been your most difficult life challenge?

3. In the opening scripture God promises to do the impossible. What has He done in your life that seemed impossible but, He did something totally new that changed the entire situation?

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A Win Win Situation

When we put God first it’s a win-win situation. He loves us so much and has wonderful and awesome plans for us. I believe the Lord sees us as being so successful, complete in every area, with nothing missing, and nothing broken.

Many times we see ourselves differently as if we don’t measure up, or as if we don’t have enough in us to be what God has called us to be; as if it were impossible to reach the destination that God wants us to obtain.

If we would only grab hold of our Master’s loving hand we would be in divine agreement and fellowship with Him. He would show Himself mighty on our behalf. Then we would actively find ourselves walking out the plan that God has for our lives. When we do this God is pleased with our dedication and submission to His will. In turn, we will be overjoyed because we will actually be flowing with God, and accomplishing those things that we have put on the back burner, or struggled to do.

In essence, when we agree with God and move with His plan for us it becomes a win-win situation. He is pleased with us for making a decision to trust Him, and it brings glory to His name. This causes us to be at peace, and filled with joy because we are honoring what our Heavenly Father has called us to do.

Let’s endeavor to give God our very best. He deserves nothing less. Where we are weak, insecure, stubborn, or whatever the case may be we must be honest with God about it, and repent quickly, then take the necessary actions in moving with Him.

Reflections

1. Are you aware of some of the plans that the Lord would have you to do?

2. Do you have a strategy in fulfilling those plans?

3. Have you identified anything that may be hindering you from walking out those plans? If so, ask God to help you overcome them, and then take a step of faith in doing what God wants you to do. Praise Him for the step, and celebrate the movement!

“Ask the Lord to bless your plans, and you will be successful in carrying them out.” Proverbs 16:3 Good News Bible