Author: Vanessa Moonkie

It’s Worship Wednesday! Are you excited?

I love Worship Wednesdays because all I have to do is share my playlist with you , no long writing, just pure worship. This day is special because it’s about connecting with God personally, according to our hunger and desire for Him.

Many people struggle to worship outside of “group worship” whether in church or with friends. But when we’re alone, cultivating a life of worship can be challenging. This struggle affects our relationship with God because worship is one of the ways we truly come to know Him. Do you find yourself bored during worship but excited when it’s time to pray? If so, there’s something off in your walk with God. Worship isn’t just a moment; it’s a lifestyle.

How do you start?

You start by asking the Holy Spirit to teach you how to worship. Worship isn’t just about singing, it’s about surrender, intimacy, and a heart that seeks God. I am a music minister, and although I’ve been singing for many years, every time I’m about to minister, I always pray, “Holy Spirit, teach me how to sing.” I do this every single time because no matter how much experience I have, I recognize that true worship comes from Him.

What we cannot do, or what we lack the capacity to do at its very best, we must always ask for help. Here are some worship songs to help you draw closer to God today. See you tomorrow for our Special Edition Thursday!

When I was growing up, I believed that God was responsible for everything that happened both good and bad. If I had hiccups or sneezed a lot, I thought it was because I had lied or done something wrong, and God was punishing me. Even when I fell or bruised myself, I assumed it was His way of reminding me of unconfessed sins. I was just a child, shame! Now that I’m older, I realise that many of the challenges we face aren’t necessarily tied to God’s will but are often the result of our own choices, preferences, and decisions.

As we learned yesterday, the choice is ours to make God has given us free will. The people in your life, your spouse, even the way you dress; these are all choices you’ve made. I’ve made my fair share of bad choices, and I had to face the consequences. That’s the thing about decisions, every choice comes with a consequence. The Bible tells us about a man named Nabal, whose very name means “fool.” But guess what? He was married to a beautiful wise woman called Abigail. When Nabal rudely turned away David’s messengers, he angered David and put his entire household in danger. David was prepared to wipe them all out. But then, the Bible tells us that Abigail quickly got on her donkey and hurried to meet David, seeking to make peace.

“She fell at his feet and said, “I accept all blame in this matter, my Lord. Please listen to what I have to say. I know Nabal is a wicked and ill-tempered man; please don’t pay any attention to him. He is a fool, just as his name suggests. But I never even saw the young men you sent.”
‭‭1 Samuel‬ ‭25‬:‭24‬-‭25‬ ‭NLT‬‬

A wise and sensible woman married a fool; just let that sink in. When I first read this, I thought, “Wow! So even wise people make mistakes?” And then I remembered Solomon… case closed! Even the wisdom of men has its flaws.

You might be thinking, “How could Abigail marry a man like that?” But be honest how many times have you found yourself in relationships, business partnerships, or friendships with fools? Apostle Joshua Selman puts it best: “If you count five fools around you, you did not count well!” Now, imagine if Abigail hadn’t stepped in she would have perished, all because of her connection to a fool. Moral of the story? You’re never safe around fools!!

Fools are a special breed, they make impulsive decisions, speak recklessly, and act without considering the consequences or who will be affected. They just do things anyhow. But here’s the funny part: fools still get opportunities! They get the jobs, the marriages, some even become parents! The problem isn’t getting things; it’s keeping them. Their foolishness eventually ruins what they once had.

Now, let’s talk about Abigail. This beautiful, sensible woman looked at Nabal and said, “I do!” A whole Abigail married a whole fool. And not just any fool; one so certified that even his wife called him that!I can’t help but wonder, how many fires did Abigail have to put out because of her husband? How many apologies did she have to make on his behalf? How many times did she rush to clean up the mess he created? Because when you’re surrounded by fools, guess who gets stuck doing damage control? You! And let me tell you, that life is exhausting!

Everyone makes foolish decisions now and then, it happens. But there’s a big difference between making a foolish decision and being a fool. Don’t be that friend. You know, the one no one asks for advice because they already know whatever comes out of your mouth will make zero sense. Refuse to be the Nabal of your circle! Ask God for wisdom, so you don’t become anyone’s cautionary tale. The book of Proverbs has so much to say about fools that sometimes, when you’re reading it, you start wondering, “Wait… is Solomon talking about me?”

But here’s a question, when you look at your life, how many of the people around you are wise? How many give you sound advice? How many can actually be trusted? And most importantly, how many truly believe in God? Because according to the Bible, the first qualification for being a fool is not believing that God exists. So, before worrying about fools around you, make sure you’re not the one Solomon’s been warning us about!

“A wicked fool says to himself, “There is no God.” Fools are evil. They do terrible things. None of them does anything good.”
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭14‬:‭1‬ ‭ICB‬‬

Wisdom is profitable. 🌸

I know you rushed here because of the topic 😂 ehh Susan and Emmanuel, you like these kinds of things! If I just type the angelic something something you’ll ignore LOL. Anyhoo, happy Monday my beloveds! Happy new week. I pray that the Lord shows up for you before the end of the month! Hold onto your faith and you’ll see the wonders of the Lord!

In the account of creation, God created Adam first and placed him in Eden , a place of assignment. Before Adam was even formed, God had already prepared a purpose for him: to tend and keep the garden. This shows that God is a God of assignments. He never creates without purpose. Before He forms anyone, He ordains their destiny. As He declares in Jeremiah 1:5

“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you; Before you were born I sanctified you; l ordained you a prophet to the nations.”

Guess what? Even the madman you see has a purpose. Take the man from the Gadarenes, for example the one who lived among the tombs. After his deliverance, he became a messenger, traveling to ten cities to testify about what Jesus had done for him. Imagine that such great capacity, once wasted in isolation and torment. Back to Adam. He wakes up and tends the garden, fulfilling his assignment. In the cool of the day, he meets with the Lord in fellowship. At night, he enjoys a good meal and rests. His life is whole, no complaints, no depression, no cries of loneliness. Not once does he say, “I can’t tend the garden , I’m too lonely.” Everything is in order, just as God intended.

Then God saw that Adam needed a companion. You see, God knows what you need better than you do. Adam may have thought he was fine; playing with the cows, drinking milk but God saw that nothing He had created could truly be a suitable companion for him. Listen, you can buy nine cats, but they still won’t be a suitable companion. You can teach a parrot to talk, but it won’t be a suitable companion. You can get four pit bulls and a chihuahua, yet they won’t fill that space. And all your gadgets, your phone, your laptop, even if it’s from Apple and it’s the latest, your endless scrolling they’re not a suitable companion either.

God designed humans to thrive in the company of other humans those who are suitable for their lives and their Eden. What does suitable mean? Because some of you seem confused. It means compatible, well-matched, complementary, or designed to fit well. And let me tell you for free most of the people we “jell” with are not actually designed to fit well in our lives. Many of us are forcing connections, pairing owls with eagles, and wondering why things aren’t working.

This is why you must know your Eden. When you understand where God has placed you, you’ll also recognize who is well-matched for your life. News flash: you are not a perfect match for everything and everyone. You have a specific tribe people who are complementary to you according to your God-given purpose.Yes, this even applies to the spouse you’re waiting for. You don’t choose based on good english. English can be taught. But tell me, how do you teach an eagle to swim?

Genesis 2:22 (NKJV):

“Then the rib which the Lord God had taken from man He made into a woman, and He brought her to the man.”

God never said to Adam, “Here’s your wife.” He simply presented Eve to him, bringing her to him. For those of you who have many strange dreams claiming God said someone is your “bone of your bones,” I’ll tell you straight, you’re lying. God presents people, but we make the choice.

Only God knew that Eve was made from Adam’s bones. Adam was asleep when Eve was created, but being spiritually connected, Adam immediately recognized her with complete clarity. I’m telling you, someone who isn’t plugged into the Spirit will never truly recognise you; no matter how much you try to stand out, no matter what you wear. This goes for both men and women. The suitable people are out there. God still presents them, but the choice is ours to make. You choose your suitable. You choose who to befriend. You choose who to do business with. You choose who you marry. You!

Why is this issue so important? Because your destiny depends on it. Have you ever met someone who made a good choice in their companions? I have. They bear fruit, they flourish, they grow. Why? Because the people around them don’t try to steal their Eden. Your suitable companions will give you wise advice for your destiny.

Let me also say, your suitable companions should choose you too. It can’t be one-sided. Eve didn’t say, “Ah, Lord, I don’t like him.” She chose him too! Man has always been given the power of choice, and Eve chose Adam. So best believe, she made a choice as well. You can’t force people to be your friends. You can’t force them to love you or marry you. It must be a reciprocal relationship. Adam chose Eve. Eve chose Adam. If someone doesn’t want you as their friend, lover or business partner, even if they are suitable, leave them alone. Read that again.

We may think the relationships around us aren’t that important, but they truly are. Consider the relationship Naomi had with her daughters-in-law, the friendship bond between David and Jonathan, the tragic sibling story of Cain and Abel, the controlling evil union of Jezebel and Ahab, the marriage of Abigail and Nabal, or the mentor-mentee relationship between Elijah and Elisha. And even you and that person in your life all these relationships matter deeply.

When you understand this, you’ll know how to choose your companions wisely. God will present them to you, but ultimately, you will make the choice. So, be in your Eden, tend to it carefully. Don’t worry about many things. God knows exactly what you need, when the right person should come, and where they are. Whether it’s a friend, a business partner, or even a spouse, tend to your Eden and enjoy true fellowship with God While you serve and nurture your purpose, a day of presentation will come. And by the Spirit of God, I pray you choose wisely.

Have a great day! See you tomorrow! 🌸