Taking That "GIANT" Leap of Faith

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you stepped out from behind the curtain of fear and allow God to do His thing in your life? I have often had dreams where I am on a big stage and all lights are on me. Thing is, I can't tell who (if anyone) is in the audience. I'm never nervous, anxious or scared. But remember..........it's only a dream. And with any dream, we always wake up!

More often than ever, I hear people say, when you are getting ready to speak, if you are nervous, then it's about you. Not about the reason why you are speaking. Saying what the Lord has called you to say will not make you nervous. Well, in all honesty, beg to differ. Some people are natural born speakers and words  flow out of their mouth as if Jesus himself touched their tongue with the tip of His finger. I know of a renown speaker that has spoken for years, but before she goes on stage she literally feels like she has to upchuck. I love to hear her speak in any form, but you never could have told me that she would ever be that nervous. Looks can be deceiving. Praying before going out is where her faith kicks in. And she is a success every time.

Many of time my thoughts can be way out there. I will find myself thinking, "gheesh, if I could speak half as good as she does", or "if I had at least half of the clients she has", etc.... Then I stop. I mean literally STOP right in my tracks and ask for God's forgiveness. Taking the leap of faith is not always easy, but I have come to the conclusion that we are all different. My faith is not your faith, nor is my call is not your call, however, we all serve the same purpose. 

In taking that leap, the one thing I have come to realize is that it doesn't have to be a "GIANT" leap, but a leap! Matthew 17:20 reads:  He replied, “Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” When I read that I was like, "wow"......my giant leap only has to be as big as a mustard seed. That's it.

If you are considering taking that jump, remember what the word of God says. All you need is a small amount of faith to get the job done. Regardless of the call or the challenge, know that God has you covered. My faith is not your faith and your faith is not someone else's faith. 

Start where you are and get on with your journey. Whether it's speaking, coaching, teaching, leading or the like, take that leap. What are you waiting for? Pull the curtain back and walk out on that stage and allow the Holy Spirit to do His work and  fulfill the purpose in which you were created for.

Smooches,
Kiwanya

Believing God For The Impossible

Some 28 plus years ago, this girl here (moi) knew that God would use her in a special way, but I was clueless as to when where and how. Being brought up in church (basically opening, closing, and everything in between) that was my life! But after the birth of my daughter at the age 17, life changed and the chain of events that have happened in my life were not all too pretty.

When would things change? When would  I find myself on the  road to "ah, this is the life or life can't get any better than this?" Confused by what I had gone through (both self inflicted and infliction to the highest degree by others), I was determined to figure out what my life was all about. Pretty sad, that at 30 years old, I hadn't found the road I was looking for. At 47, I can finally see clearly, but I had questions out the whazoo! Knowing, but not knowing, wondering, but yet realizing that all things work together and are working together for my good.

 

After traveling to India a couple of years ago, the name of the Ministry I would one day open for Him was revealed. Jer-Ne Ministries to be exact. Once I came up with the name, I thought I was on a role. I had everything planned out. That's what soon to be entrepreneurs do right? Have you ever had to come to a sudden stop and hear your tires screech uncontrollably? This is exactly what the Lord did to and for me. Yep, I said to and for me. Sometimes "WE" can get on a role with doing things and the timing, our timing is just what it is...."our timing." He knew that I had a whole lot of work that needed to be done. And that is exactly what I have been doing...getting worked on. 

Our Heavenly Father is so gracious towards us. He knows best! He knows when we are ready. It's funny how we try and help God out all the time. It's not until we relinquish all rights in our lives, that He is able to take us and change us for the good. One word that comes to mind is AWESOME!!!!!  I personally thank Him for the grace that He extends to me everyday.

Even though I had several questions lingering and was very discontent, or what I thought was discontentment, He was burning off everything that wasn't like Him. Refining so to say. Where I was confused and didn't understand, a blanket of peace fell over me as if someone was literally standing over me with a blanket and told me that all I had to do was lay there and trust Him to cover me.

Expect the impossible that Jesus can do in, through and for you. It's the most amazing feeling ever. Our flesh has a hard time dealing with certain situations, but if our minds are renewed, rest assured you will come out on the other side smiling and more joyful than ever. It will be as if the good happening in your life is a dream.  Because of your faithfulness to Him and the task at hand, thank Him and continue to do what you know to do.

All I can say is thank you Father! His timing is perfect and so is His will! All we have to do is keep believing!

Blessings,

Kiwanya

It's Been A While......

Today was quite a day....followed by quite the weekend, but because of a dear friend and her encouragement, I decided to make a list. A list of the things that I want to see manifested in my life. So.....stay tuned! Nothing to big or wordy on tonight, but just know that God is in control and he cares for everything that pertains to US!!!

Blessings!