Author: Vanessa Moonkie

Good morning, my Yielded people! I sincerely apologize for not posting a blog yesterday. I hope you’re all doing well and feeling excited for the week ahead. It’s Hallelujah Challenge week—so dress like your miracle and show up with expectation!

We’ve been exploring the topic of dreams with three key focuses:

1. Discovering your dream

2. Reviving your dream

3. Pursuing your dream

I encourage you all to share these links with your friends because I truly believe creation is still groaning for the manifestation of the sons of God—yet many lack the knowledge needed to step into their purpose. Knowledge is essential.Your parents invested so much in your education, not just for the sake of a certificate, but because they understood that an empty mind eventually leads to an empty life. The world rejects emptiness—that’s why they prioritize those with experience. In other words, they’re saying, we want those who know something!

Many people say they hate reading because they find it boring. But I believe that’s just a form of mental conditioning. The mind is naturally comfortable with what it already knows and resists new information because learning requires change—and change can be uncomfortable.

However, the mind only grows when it receives new knowledge. If the last time you truly learned something new was at 18, then in many ways, your mind is still 18.Why am I saying all this, because I want to encourage you to push those around you—your friends, your children, your family—to read. What you don’t know can harm you. Sometimes, ignorance is more dangerous than we realize.

Adults often think that reading ends after university. Instead, we spend our time reading captions on social media and subtitles on TV—but never pick up a book or even read Yielded blogs. Think about it—you didn’t stop growing physically, so why choose to stop growing mentally? How will you truly know God if you never open your Bible and read?

New information can make a new person. Medical information makes doctors. Biblical information makes transformed believers. You are what you know. That is why you can’t just walk into a hospital and ask for a stethoscope and say you’re ready to work , they will take you to a mental ward to sleep a bit – why? Because they know you haven’t studied for this. You have no mental capacity or knowledge on how to even cure a headache. You are also respected based on what you know. Fools command no respect. If all you say is “You know what.” Or “Actually” my friend, go read books.

We make it sound cute: “I’m not a book person.” But maybe what you really mean is “I’m not a growth person.” Because the greatest people who have ever lived read—even Jesus read the scrolls time and time again. You want to be like the Elons and the Gates of this world? They probably have books they read every quarter. They don’t just read a single text from a partner who only messages once a day.

The answers we seek are often just a few pages away, hidden in books. No one suddenly becomes intelligent—it’s not a miracle, it’s intentional effort. We grow by seeking knowledge, by reading, by learning. That being said, make the effort—show up and read. Go back and revisit the Dreams series, catch up, meditate on it, and take action. The more you invest in learning, the more you position yourself for growth and transformation.

In every season, we should be found ten times better in wisdom, understanding, and capacity. “In every matter of wisdom and understanding about which the king questioned them, he found them ten times better than all the magicians and enchanters in his whole kingdom.” — Daniel 1:20

My dear family, this week we will only have this post and Reflection Friday. Pardon my inconsistency—we will have a proper flow next week. In the meantime, we have over 200 blogs here and a looooooot of scripture to read. Let’s make the most of it! I am also reading and growing. I would never teach you what I am not doing myself. Anyhooo, share the link with your besties!

See you on Friday! 🌸

Every day, we make countless choices—from the moment we wake up to the clothes we wear, the time we eat, and the places we visit. Some decisions may seem small, while others carry greater weight, such as choosing whether or not to serve God. Each choice we make shapes our lives, influencing us both in the present and in the long run.

Many of us have chosen the schools we attended, often with the support of our parents. We decide which country to settle in, which of the five suitors to marry, whether to eat our vegetables or stick to meat. We choose Lisa as a friend over Amy, the red dress instead of the black one. Each day is filled with countless decisions, both big and small. In truth, your day is as good as our choices and the opposite is just as true.

“Today I have given you the choice between life and death, between blessings and curses. Now I call on heaven and earth to witness the choice you make. Oh, that you would choose life, so that you and your descendants might live!” Deuteronomy‬ ‭30‬:‭19‬ ‭NLT‬‬

For example, I choose to write the Reflection Friday blog, but I could just as easily choose not to. You choose to read it, but you could also choose not to. Sometimes, we make impulsive decisions that lock us into certain seasons like a padlock, while other times, our choices serve as the key that sets us free. What influences our choices? Our background, mindset, faith, the people we surround ourselves with, our level of education, desperation or passion/zeal, the environment or country we live in, our emotions, social media, peer pressure, personal character, and ultimately, either the devil or God Himself.

Let’s take a moment to reflect—what good choices did you make this week? Remember, choices are simply decisions. Did you wake up early and stay productive? Did you prioritise prayer and Bible reading? Did you take care of your health, drink enough water, or spend quality time with loved ones?

Now, what about the not-so-good choices? Maybe you overslept or barely got any sleep. Perhaps you neglected your Bible reading, spent too much time on social media, or gave in to temptation. Whatever they may be, acknowledge them. What’s next? Learn from your choices—both good and bad—and let them shape a better, wiser, and more intentional new week.

Have an amazing weekend! I love you 🌸🌼

Hey fam! I almost forgot about today’s blog—yho! All morning, I had this nagging feeling like I was forgetting something, but my brain just refused to cooperate. I mean, I cannot have a failing memory at my tender age. What is this? Early-onset chicken mind? Never my dhiye .

Some of you are even worse, you’ll turn the whole house upside down looking for your phone… while it’s literally in your hand. Tragic. I may be forgetful, but at least I haven’t reached that level (yet). Anyway, let’s pick up where we left off yesterday before I forget what I was supposed to say next!

One woman is a baby thief, the other is a heartbroken mother who wakes up to find a lifeless child beside her. I can’t help but wonder how she felt in that moment—shock, confusion, sheer horror. She must have stared at both babies, trying to make sense of it all. I imagine the thief had even swapped their clothes, making the switch so seamless that unless you looked closely, you’d never suspect a thing. The deception was calculated.

What kind of sleep was this woman sleeping that she didn’t even wake up to check on her child? What kind of deep slumber makes you so unaware that you don’t hear a thing? It’s almost unbelievable. But then again, many of us are just like that—spiritually asleep.

1 Kings 3:20 (NIV):So she got up in the middle of the night and took my son from my side while I your servant was asleep. She put him by her breast and put her dead son by my breast.

We don’t pray. We don’t fast. We don’t study the Word. And the enemy takes full advantage of our slumber, stealing what rightfully belongs to us. Some of us don’t realize just how much our spiritual laziness is costing us. You were once sharp, full of wisdom, but now? Nothing you say reflects that anymore. Did you really think you could just relax and not pay the price? Wake up!

It’s funny how we always blame the other woman—the thief. But think about it… if the real mother had been awake, if she had checked on her baby, she would have caught the thief in the act. At least the other woman woke up, even if it was to steal.

My dear, witches are up every night. Yes, Satanists and demons don’t sleep—they are busy stealing, killing, and destroying. But you, the believer, are the one still pulling your blankets over your head, thinking, Ah, all is well. Let me tell you—all is NOT well!

There are transactions happening while you sleep! With your baby! With your life! With your destiny! With your future! With your gifts and talents! With your family! With your money! With your health!

WAKE UP!

How do you safeguard your dreams? You stay vigilant. You watch and pray. You fast. You meditate on the Word of God day and night. You know when to rest and when to get up and fight in prayer! If you don’t, you’ll be the one left holding a dead baby—a lifeless dream. And let me tell you something—dead babies don’t grow. Dead babies must be buried. If you’re not careful, you won’t just lose your dream; you’ll be forced to bury it, sealing a chapter that was never meant to close.

So, what will it be? Will you wake up and fight, or will you sleep your destiny away?