Renouncing Laziness
Welcome to the beginning of the second half of the year. My prayer is that even if you are not where you hope to be you are further than where you begin. Taking a deeper look into our overall goals for the year sometimes can cause our stress levels to skyrocket. Friends don't let this be something to knock you on your butt, instead let this be a fire lit to encourage you to carry out the plan.
It's extremely easy to become lazy when we can't quite see the fruit of what we have been working to bear. This is a great opportunity to exercise patience and endurance. The Bible lets us know that when our faith is tested our endurance is at work and we are to let it take its total completion inside of us so that we will lack nothing!
Why is this worth sharing? I believe that this is encouraging and empowering because it’s simply reminding me that if I don't throw in the towel and if I continue to work in the mist of my “wait” my harvest will not only be plentiful but it will be enough to cover all my needs.
Do not allow the distractions of the world and the weight of lack in fulfillment of the moment drain all of your energy. Also, if for any reason you are already at the point where you feel as though you cannot mentally physically or spiritually do anything to continue pushing towards your goals try a few of these tips and see how they work for you.
A slight shift in your diet can benefit your energy level more than you may have thought about. Try eliminating most of the junk and heavy foods that you eat and replace them with fruits and vegetables. If you are one who already eats plenty of fruits and vegetables try eating fruits and vegetables raw and lean more towards super fruits in the beginning of your day.
Another tool I used during such time is shifting my playlist. Different seasons calls for different playlist in my opinion. I enjoy a variety of music but depending on where I am spiritually and mentally will normally dictate what type of playlists I am more interested in, don't be afraid to listen to something different this may be exactly what you need.
Although coffee is now the third tool I am introducing to you all it is actually the very first tool I use on a daily basis. A nice cup of coffee, cold or warm always seems to put me in such a great mood. If you are not a coffee lover there are many beverages out there that you can pull a good dose of caffeine from. For whatever reason if caffeine is far from your cup of tea I've also found Energy and both ice cold water and warm water, the benefits are outstanding!
Let's not forget about motivational videos! I've learned that sometimes I have to encourage myself. However in the Times that I am far from encouraging myself I found some pretty amazing motivational videos on YouTube that have helped remind me of the importance of my calling. These motivational videos have not only empowered me to continue the journey but they have taught me to give Grace where it was needed most. I enjoy the impact and the beautiful words of inspiration that they are packed with.
And last but surely not the least, prayer. I am a firm believer that prayer works! I have witnessed this all throughout my life no matter what the situation was or is I find safety comfort and deliverance and prayer. We are all on some sort of a journey and none of us have made it all the way through yet. With that being said at some point we will need guidance clarity and some sort of a sign that we are headed in the right direction, prayer provides all of this.
I declare that this half of the year you will thrive, you will work hard and see a level of success that you have yet reached. I declare that you will abandon laziness, for that will not be your portion! You will endure and reap and abundance of all that you have sown. I'm speaking greatness over your business, peace into your home, love into your heart, closeness in your relationship and fruitfulness and the closing of your year! I declare that you will shine and stand out and that your purpose will leave a print everywhere that you go, I speak many blessings that will follow you and the grace of God to cover you, in Jesus matchless name. I pray, wisdom into your spirit and the fullness of his plan for your life into your knowing, with much love, amen.