A Strong Resemblance

A Strong Resemblance

Is there a strong resemblance between you and your Father? Do you have a heart like His?In other words, do you love the same things He loves and dislikes the same things He dislikes? Do you have eyes like your Father?  I’m not referring to blue, brown, or hazel colored eyes that may match those of your biological father but, I am speaking of spiritual eyes that match those of your Heavenly Father. 

Of course, there are no earthly words that can accurately describe the greatness, excellence, and magnificence of our God.  However, we know what His attributes are because the Holy Bible tells us that God is love (1Jn 4:8).  According to Psa 145:8, He is full of mercy, compassion, and doesn’t get angry easily.  He is faithful (1Cor 1:9).  The descriptions of His character are far too many to mention in this blog.  However, there is enough information to allow you to examine yourself to see if it is absolutely apparent that your life shows that you have a relationship with the Almighty God.

For Instance:

  • Do you see as He sees?
  • Do you like what He likes?
  • Do you hate what He hates?
  • Do you feel what He feels?
  • Do you listen to things that please His ears?
  • Is your heart filled with compassion?
  • Do you have a judgmental attitude?
  • Do you find it easy to forgive others or do you keep score and hold grudges?
  • Do you love everyone?

Is there a strong resemblance?  Can people look at you and see so much of God in your life that they can actually feel His goodness emanating from you?   I’m sure that the Lord smiles when He sees His children exhibiting His character.  We are not perfect and will certainly fall short of getting things right every time but, we can rest assured that He is always there with love, mercy, and forgiveness to help us do better and continue in our walk with Him.

Just as a good earthly father is proud of his children when they do things that are  right such as walking with integrity, treating people with kindness, dignity, and respect, getting back up when they fall down, and the list goes on; our Heavenly Father is proud of us when we do things that show forth His character.

Let’s be intentional about having our Father’s eyes and seeing as He sees.

 

 

Reflections

  • What part of your character do you think really pleases God?
  • What part of your character needs improvement?
  • Have a heart to heart talk with the Lord and ask Him to help you let more of His nature shine in and through you
It is our goal to bring you anointed words and services that inspire, encourage, and foster a closer relationship with the Lord. We thank God for you and want you to know that you’re always welcome at The Angelic Pen, “Where the words of heaven flow from God’s Heart to your spirit.”  Kimberly Smith

Pastor Kimberly Smith is a woman who is dedicated to God and has been serving the Lord for more than 30 years. She is a woman who radiates the love and compassion of Christ and emanates God’s great hope for people. The Lord uses her mightily in areas of intercession, teaching, counseling, and encouragement. She is also a prolific prophetic writer, watchfully scribing the whispers of God. God graced her with gifts that have brought inner healing and hope to many. Minister Kimberly and her husband Minister Michael L. Smith created an anointed Spoken Word CD titled “The Pastor’s Journey.” She is the author and her husband is the musical arranger, composer, and reciter. She is a graduate of Kent State University with a M.Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling, and of Wilberforce University with a BA in Rehabilitation Counseling.

3 Things You Must Do While Pursuing Your Passion

3 Things You Must Do While Pursuing Your Passion

There are 3 things you must do while pursuing your passion. So what exactly is passion?  The Miriam Webster Dictionary defines passion as a strong feeling of enthusiasm or excitement for something or about something.

What are you passionate about?  Is there something that evokes a strong sense of excitement in you when you think about it?  Or perhaps you get really angry when you hear of a certain injustice.  If so, what is that injustice?

Often times putting action to the things that you’re passionate about can actually be the answer to someone else’s prayers.  For example, you may be passionate about providing haircuts for people who are homebound.  Simultaneously, someone who is homebound could be praying for someone who would come to their home and cut their hair.

Below are three things that will help you stay grounded while pursuing your passion.

Have The Heart Of God

Our greatest desire in life should be to please God.  One of the best ways to do this is to love what He loves and hate what He hates.  Therefore, it is imperative that whatever you’re passionate about lines up with the word of God.  It must be aligned with His will and way of doing things.

Refuse To Let Your Passion Die

Take time to pursue and acquire more knowledge about your passion. Even if it’s 20min. per/day, just make sure that it’s something measurable so that you can review your week and see the progress you’ve made in following your passion.

Remember The Value

Consider it an honor and privilege that the passion you carry has the power to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Go forth and be great in the Spirit of the Lord!  You will bring glory to God, help others, and be empowered to do even more for God.

 

Reflections

  • What are you passonate about?
  • What scriptures will you use to help you stay focused on those things you’re passionate about?
  • How does it make you feel when God uses you to make an impact in someone’s life?
 
It is our goal to bring you anointed words and services that inspire, encourage, and foster a closer relationship with the Lord. We thank God for you and want you to know that you’re always welcome at The Angelic Pen, “Where the words of heaven flow from God’s Heart to your spirit.”  Kimberly Smith

Pastor Kimberly Smith is a woman who is dedicated to God and has been serving the Lord for more than 30 years. She is a woman who radiates the love and compassion of Christ and emanates God’s great hope for people. The Lord uses her mightily in areas of intercession, teaching, counseling, and encouragement. She is also a prolific prophetic writer, watchfully scribing the whispers of God. God graced her with gifts that have brought inner healing and hope to many. Minister Kimberly and her husband Minister Michael L. Smith created an anointed Spoken Word CD titled “The Pastor’s Journey.” She is the author and her husband is the musical arranger, composer, and reciter. She is a graduate of Kent State University with a M.Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling, and of Wilberforce University with a BA in Rehabilitation Counseling.

Quiet Time Alone With Our Heavenly Father

Quiet Time Alone With Our Heavenly Father

There’s nothing as soothing, reassuring, and comforting as spending quiet time alone with our Heavenly Father. Being alone in His presence is absolutely priceless! The mere fact that He wants to spend time with us is enough to make us aware of how blessed we truly are.

 

When I was younger I heard some older people saying that they had to take some time to still away to be with the Lord. I knew that they were talking about getting away from everyone else and all of life’s distractions to spend precious time in prayer. This place was holy and special, a place where everything could be shared from innermost thoughts, burdens, and hurts to joyfulness, thanksgiving, and everything in between.

 

The Lord loves for us to spend time with Him and quite frankly the feeling should be mutual. We should love spending time with our Heavenly Father. After all, He is our creator. He knows us better than we know ourselves. He loves us more than we can ever imagine. He always wants what’s best for us. He delights in blessing His children. He’s never too tired to listen to us neither does He lack solutions for any problems we face.

 

If you haven’t done so already, I encourage you to set aside some quiet time to be alone in God’s presence. Many times when this occurs you won’t even bring prayer requests to Him but instead be content to sit silently in His presence. After God imparts whatever you are in need of you will leave that special time with Him feeling better with an inner peace than when you initially began.

 

As I close this blog the words of an old hymn titled, “In The Garden” written by Charles Austin Miles comes to mind. It’s a beautiful song about spending precious time in the presence of the Lord. As you reflect on the words of this song may it cause you to long for even more sweet fellowship with the Lord.

 

I come to the garden alone While the dew is still on the roses And the voice I hear, falling on my ear The Son of God discloses. And He walks with me, and He talks with me And He tells me I am His own And the joy we share as we tarry there None other has ever known.

 

Reflections

  • How often do you spend time in the presence of the Lord?
  • Do you do most of the talking or do you get quiet and allow the Lord to speak to you?
  • What is your favorite part about spending quiet time with the Lord?
 
It is our goal to bring you anointed words and services that inspire, encourage, and foster a closer relationship with the Lord. We thank God for you and want you to know that you’re always welcome at The Angelic Pen, “Where the words of heaven flow from God’s Heart to your spirit.”  Kimberly Smith

Pastor Kimberly Smith is a woman who is dedicated to God and has been serving the Lord for more than 30 years. She is a woman who radiates the love and compassion of Christ and emanates God’s great hope for people. The Lord uses her mightily in areas of intercession, teaching, counseling, and encouragement. She is also a prolific prophetic writer, watchfully scribing the whispers of God. God graced her with gifts that have brought inner healing and hope to many. Minister Kimberly and her husband Minister Michael L. Smith created an anointed Spoken Word CD titled “The Pastor’s Journey.” She is the author and her husband is the musical arranger, composer, and reciter. She is a graduate of Kent State University with a M.Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling, and of Wilberforce University with a BA in Rehabilitation Counseling.