Today let us remember that often we are faced with the decision to press forward or to stay stagnant.  The inward propulsion towards 'destiny' is initiated by intrinsic motivation. That is to say: it must start from the inside of us rather than by the occurrences around us. This motivation comes from the Spirit of God and by His planted word. We must rely on what God has deposited in us to get us where we need to be. Sometimes it feels like we are kicking against a brick wall. Yet even with emotional, situational, physical, financial, and spiritual barriers, we must still choose to push towards God. We must awake with minds focus on victory even if we don't feel it. Setting our minds unswervingly to live in obedience to God. This pursuit does not presume that setbacks won't occur, but it simply means our commitment is sure. This morning, fight to push toward God and make it a habit.

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We all wonder, when will it be my time for....? You fill in the blank. Time is always of the essence. Time is always calling. Time is always ticking. Yet, the Word of the Lord clearly reminds us that time is appointed and ordained by the Father. His records are pure and true. I'm learning that in order for my appointment (whatever the Lord ordained for me and has placed in my trajectory) to come to fruition, my life, mind, and heart must be aligned with the timing of God. Otherwise, how will I discern it? Now, the question of how to discern the time is another matter entirely. That's the hard part or maybe not so hard if we are sincerely and consistently focusing our energy and intentions upon Him. Being in alignment will help us do just that!