encouragement

Freed and Transparent

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I call you to walk boldly, not sheepishly. I encourage you to write, speak and be observed by others as you walk uprightly. Using all of your wit, humility, and confidence interwoven is My design for you. Be freed from the chaos and shackles of constant self-remorse, – always replaying conversations in your head and worrying about how you were perceived. I will take care of those perceptions; you just concentrate on being transparent. You no longer have to hide your thoughts and emotions. Give voice to the things you haven’t yet been able to name or say out loud. There is great purpose in using this gift at places and times of My design. 

#freetobe; #useyourvoice; #nomoreanxiety; #letyourLightshine

How to Spend Your Time

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Bask in the intimacy of our relationship today. Take joy and comfort in knowing I see you as you sleep, arise, and in your every move. Talk with Me often in your head, acknowledging things you notice, questions you face, and decisions you must make. I can help you choose how to spend your time and what to focus on wisely. Be inspired to do more knowing I place interests, goals, and perspective all as part of My great plan for you. Nothing you do or say goes unnoticed by Me. I don’t criticize your every move, either. I want you to see Me as your great encourager, motioning you to places, tasks, and conversations full of Goodness and meaning. I am powerfully present in it all. Know that you are loved first, then walk into your day engulfed in the grace of this truth.

#Godhasaplan; #beEncouraged; #youareloved; #beInspired

Get Back On Track

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It’s time to get  back on track. You’ve been down, blocked, and unmotivated for a long while from the weight of the world’s perils. I long to renew and refresh your Spirit. Turn to Me and ask for help with an open heart so that I may get in and do My handiwork. I designed you to be a person of HOPE and LIGHT, – one that beams and is not muted or dull. Your surroundings have been heavy for months, but I call you to a new dawn and a new day. Life with Me can be excitingly new and fresh. Your true self is meant to be an inspirational encourager. Come with Me, eager for this new day and revived outlook.

#newperspective; #newdawnnewday; #betheLight; #thereishope

Use Your Positive Energy to Bring Goodness

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Use that positive energy you have today to bring about My Goodness. Share the wealth you possess both physically and spiritually. Be generous in giving enthusiasm and attentiveness, using good listening skills with others. You will spread My hope and encouragement in the way you validate their experiences, whether they are struggling or taking steps toward wellbeing. Remember, you are all in this world together where I am by everyone’s side giving help and understanding, plus offering hope and true healing. Inspire others by showing your true faith in Goodness rising above all else.

#hopeforhealing; #bepositive; #spreadGoodness; #betheinspiration

Elect to Rise Above

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All people are carrying some measure of pain. Emotionally, physically, spiritually, everyone has been hurt or injured somewhere along the line. Some choose to live with intense focus on the discomfort or injustice of it all. Being stuck in the mire isn’t good long-term. Others elect to rise above it, looking for insights into how this can make them more compassionate or how it makes them grow stronger. Be one of those resilient ones today who acknowledges and validates the pain but also moves on. Be the one expressing hope and encouragement for better days. In other words, be My Light and speak My truth. I extend opportunities for peace to all.

#riseabove; #beresilient; #encourageeachother

Your Presence is an Extension of Me

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You’ll have what it takes to address the needs of the day. I place you among My people with a directive to show love, hope, and encouragement by sitting attentively with others, validating their experiences, pain, or discouragement. It won’t necessarily be up to you to fix with the right words, though. Just be comfortable pausing to listen without responding at times. Your calm, loving presence will be enough and can be an extension of Me, showing how much you care in a way that words aren’t always needed. I’ll help you figure out what to say and when to say it when you pause to acknowledge My healing ways and ask for guidance. I am with you all, always. 

#youwillbeEquipped; #listentoothers; #notyourstofix; #Godiswithyou

Let Confidence Rule

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Remember to concentrate only on today, recalling My assurance that you are right where I need you to be for today’s plan and purposes. When self-doubt tries to creep in and take over your mind, brush it away with a firm stance. Let confidence rule the day, embracing your assets and virtues instead of over-emphasizing minor flaws. Be the encourager, giving off your radiant and positive Light that shines from within. Others are drawn to this Light, and I need and want you at your brightest today.

#IamEnough; #rightforthejob; #betheLight

Your True Value

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You think I haven’t been speaking to you much lately, but this isn’t true. Every time you experience a nudge encouraging you to challenge your self-critical talk, it is my voice of loving reassurance telling you of your true value and worth. When you hear a gentle reminder of “do not fear”, it is Me saying, “I’ve got this”, “It’s not all up to you”, and “You aren’t in trouble”. When you are riddled with worry, turn to My face of love and concern for you. I have you cupped in the palm of My ever-capable hands. I delight in you! And I want only Good things for you, not dismay. Come to Me,- daily, hourly, – and see that all is and will be well; for I am yours and you are Mine.

#Godiswithyou; #youareworthy; #itsnotalluptoyou

Connecting to Others

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You need not be shy today. Speak up and be bold. Don’t be afraid to share honestly and show your vulnerability. Connecting to others sometimes requires risk, but I am always your safety net, so don’t worry about what impression you are making. I’ll take care of that, impressing the hearts of others with what most needs to resonate. Your voice, lifted up for My Purposes, is lilting, uplifting, and lovely. I need you present, attentive, and exposed for the Good and benefit of all. 

#bebold; #nomoreanxiety; #oktobevulnerable

Further Than You Planned For

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I am whispering to you. So often My lambs do not hear My voice but it is there, beckoning them to safer ground and providing affection, encouragement, and understanding. Sometimes that safer ground is higher ground, – one that calls you to make harder steps or pushes you further than you planned for, – but it is always worth the effort. The sights and peacefulness this higher ground brings is far more satisfying than the immediate, fleeting pleasures that tug at you and try to distract or misguide you along the way. My way is steady and sure. Take the high ground today at all costs. When the steps seem steep, challenging, or unsteady, I will take your elbow. I never let go of you. Join Me in the direction I prefer and have designed for you. Even when My lambs stray off the intended path, My hand is outstretched and waiting to guide them home. 

#beyourbestself; #youcandoit; #Godhasbigplansforyou; #takethehighroad