Category: The Yielded Believer

My Yielded People, I love you! I sincerely apologise for not showing up last week it was due to unforeseen circumstances. However, I am grateful because, during that time, I discovered a deep well in the Spirit that has been truly refreshing to me.

I love to write, but more than beautifully crafted words, my desire is to share something that truly nourishes your soul. What I have for you today is like a treasure chest filled with precious stones and the sweetest of fragrance so read carefully and open heartedly. Just an announcement : please note that Mama Alice’s interview will be published this coming Thursday.

I’ve been a Christian for a long time, and what a journey it has been. When you first receive Christ, you’re like a newborn baby. At first, a baby only recognizes their mother by instinct. But as the days go by, their eyes begin to distinguish colors, faces, and voices. It’s a process.

And so it is in the Spirit day by day, you grow. The problem is, many are “growing” but still unable to recognize their Mother’s face. I use the image of a mother because she is the one closest to the child, nurturing and sustaining them. So tell me, after all the years you’ve spent as a Christian, can you confidently say you know God? Guess what? Before last week, I also thought I did. Not to downplay what I’ve known or experienced, but I was introduced to something I never knew before. A depth in God that I hadn’t yet encountered. I cannot explain it.

It all started with a deep hunger to study the Word. I structured my studies and initially followed the YouVersion method but I soon ditched it, lol, and created my own. If you’re looking to read the entire Bible and know you struggle with discipline, I’d definitely recommend it. It’s a great guide to keep you on track.

As I studied, I embarked on a new journey of one wow after another. Many people encounter God through prayer and worship, but there’s another powerful place of encounter: THE BIBLE! Don’t just read for the sake of reading ask the Holy Spirit to reveal God to you through His Word.

There are things you can teach someone, and then there are things each person must discover for themselves. Who is this God we say we love? Who is this God we say we serve? Who is He? What is His character like? Is He truly the form of the lamb we see in paintings? How great is He? And what does He expect from you and l?

Beloved, let me tell you there are discoveries to be made. And guess what? Even those who confidently say, “I know Him,” there is still more to discover. It’s like digging for gold. When you strike gold, something within you whispers, “There must be more here keep digging.” So keep digging for more. I remember just sitting on my bed, thinking, Wow… how have I never known this? How have I been living with such little knowledge of God? I’ve read the Word countless times, but now it was as if something had unveiled my eyes. I was seeing. I was hearing. I was encountering. I was being transformed. I had just embarked on a journey to only God knows where. So why am I sharing this with you?

“There is more”

We say this so often, yet we don’t always yearn for the more. I don’t know how much of Him you desire, but it all starts with a decision to start. Ask Him to reveal Himself to you. Learn to recognise when He is in a place. Learn to hear His voice so clearly that when others speak, their words are only confirmations not the first time you’re hearing Him. Learn what He doesn’t like. Get to know this God whose name is on your social media bio.

Beyond what you already know, there is more to know. And when you find it, it will be like a treasure you’ll never trade for anything.

Here is Jeremiah 9:23-24 in (MSG):

“God’s Message: Don’t let the wise brag of their wisdom. Don’t let heroes brag of their exploits. Don’t let the rich brag of their riches. If you brag, brag of this and this only: That you understand and know me. I’m God, and I act in loyal love. I do what’s right and set things right and fair, and delight in those who do the same things. These are my trademarks.”

God’s Decree.

Yesterday, we reflected on the story of the disciples facing a storm with Jesus. Even though the storm raged around them, He was right there with them. And here’s the amazing truth you face every storm with Him too! He doesn’t just walk beside you; He lives within you. You are never alone. You are never forsaken.

A few weeks ago, I felt deeply discouraged. Normally, even in difficult moments, I find a way to break free whether by dancing or encouraging myself in the Lord. But during those two weeks, I couldn’t even do that. I felt like Elijah when he cried out, “Lord, take my life!” I was ready to meet with my crush, Joseph LOL! Yet, even in my weakness, God revived me. He reminded me that He is always there. So, if you’re in a storm right now, don’t lose heart. He is with you. Hold on your breakthrough is coming. Please believe God!

The disciples woke him up, saying, “Save us, Lord! We’re going to die!” But Jesus reprimanded them. “Why are you gripped with fear? Where is your faith?” Then he stood and rebuked the storm, saying, “Be still!” And instantly it became perfectly calm. The disciples were astonished by this miracle and said to one another, “Who is this Man? Even the wind and waves obey his Word.”

Jesus slept so soundly that the disciples had to wake Him up. He was fully aware of the storm, yet He wasn’t moved by it. That’s the kind of peace He gives so deep that even in the middle of chaos, we can rest. Sometimes, we go through incredibly difficult situations, yet the peace of God keeps us so steady that those around us begin to wonder. “You just lost a child, how’re are you still joyful?” or “Didn’t you just go through a tough season? How are you still serving the Lord like this?” People often expect us to break down, to throw tantrums, to lose ourselves in the storm.

But my dhiye, you can have Jesus in your life and still face storms. In fact, having Jesus in the boat often attracts storms. Yet, at the same time, having Jesus in the boat is what shields you from being destroyed by them. The winds may blow, and the waves may rise, but with Jesus, you can be sure of one thing you will make it to the other side.

Jesus didn’t just rebuke the storm, He addressed their fear. Storms often come to instill fear, and fear has power. What you fear, you attract. Fear is like faith in the enemy, it’s believing his lies, expecting his destruction, and being convinced that he will harm you.

What you fear often happens to you. I love that Jesus didn’t just rebuke the storm. Sometimes it’s not enough to get the answer, you need to learn what to do when the answer hasn’t come so that next time you don’t repeat the same thing. While the best of us can face trials that shake us, Jesus still says DO NOT FEAR. Jesus slept because He wasn’t afraid. He wasn’t even bothered because He had faith in God! He knew that was not His end, drowning was not part of His story. Knowing what God has told you also helps to factor out some panic attacks. I know for a fact that dying young is not part of my story. Even if the enemy threatens which he has many times, it’s not part of my story so it won’t happen.

That’s the power of knowing what God has spoken over your life. It helps you silence panic and stand firm.! Know what God says and you will be shielded from so many attacks. The way out of the storm is faith not fear.

To every storm harassing you, we declare in agreement, PEACE , be still!

🌼Happy Monday, family! A brand-new week is here, and I love the fresh start it brings. There’s something about Mondays that makes me feel energised, like I’m setting the tone for something new. Well, this is unpopular but I actually love Mondays! 🌼🙃

“They all got into a boat and began to cross over to the other side of the lake. And Jesus, exhausted, fell asleep. Suddenly a violent storm developed, with waves so high the boat was about to be swamped. Yet Jesus continued to sleep soundly. The disciples woke him up, saying, “Save us, Lord! We’re going to die!” But Jesus reprimanded them. “Why are you gripped with fear? Where is your faith?” Then he stood and rebuked the storm, saying, “Be still!” And instantly it became perfectly calm. The disciples were astonished by this miracle and said to one another, “Who is this Man? Even the wind and waves obey his Word.”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭8‬:‭23‬-‭27‬ ‭TPT‬‬

This well-known Bible story begins with a group setting out in a boat, determined to reach the other side of the lake. They had a clear purpose for their journey, most likely making careful plans and even checking the weather. Everything must have seemed ideal for sailing otherwise, the Bible wouldn’t have described the storm as sudden. It caught them completely off guard. They hadn’t anticipated it; they weren’t prepared. If they had known, they might have chosen a different day to travel. These were experienced men of the sea who understood the dangers of the water. Surely, they wouldn’t have set sail if they had seen any sign of a storm. Their goal was to get across, but most importantly, they wanted to live. Storms can come suddenly.

“They were celebrating at the wedding, the picture of a perfect couple. But now… what is all this?” And then you laugh foolishly not understanding that storms can arise suddenly.

Think about it, humans naturally avoid danger. We don’t walk in the middle of the road because we know the risk of getting hit is almost certain. We don’t play carelessly with knives or guns because we understand the harm they can cause. In the same way, the disciples weren’t recklessly sailing into danger. They weren’t expecting trouble some storms come without warning. While men slept, they assumed they could rest as well. But unexpectedly, the enemy came and sowed tares. Not every trial people face is a result of poor preparation or failure on their part. Some challenges come simply because storms don’t always announce their arrival.

Today, we will focus on Part A of this scripture and continue with the rest tomorrow.

The Bible says, “Suddenly, there came a violent storm.” This storm wasn’t just unexpected it was violent. And anything violent naturally stirs up fear. The Bible repeatedly warns us to stay away from violent people because violence is a trait of the enemy. Not only was the storm fierce, but the waves rose so high that the boat was on the verge of crashing. I can only imagine that water was pouring in, soaking everything, heightening the chaos.

But here’s the most fascinating part Jesus continued to sleep soundly. Hayi, pause and selah.

I know for a fact I wasn’t gonna be sleeping on that trip. First of all I don’t like cruising, all those titanic things are just not my vibe. I want to be where I have the liberty to run when danger comes. I can’t swim in a normal pool so in the lake it means I will not even survive. So no. Do your cruise things guys. Anyway, Jesus slept.

The boat is filling with water, the men are in full-blown panic mode, shouting over one another, trying to figure out what to do. The storm is roaring, the waves are crashing with force. Maybe Peter is yelling, “Steer this way!” and James is arguing, “No, that way!” Chaos is everywhere.And yet, in the middle of all this, Jesus continues to sleep, soundly. Not just dozing off, but truly at rest, completely unbothered. He was relaxed, at peace, just chilling.
Have you ever truly rested in the middle of a storm?

When you lost that job, how did you respond? When all your carefully laid-out plans fell apart and your life turned upside down, did you still manage to sleep peacefully? Or did the weight of uncertainty keep you up at night? It’s one thing to have peace when all is well, but can you rest when the storm is raging? That’s something that even l have to learn. The truth is, sleeping is usually the last thing we do when we’re in the middle of a storm.

We stress all night. We sit up calculating our next move from 8 PM, and before we know it, it’s 4 AM our stress levels have skyrocketed from 10 to 5000. Sleep? That’s the furthest thing from our minds. And in our thoughts there’s a so much noise , “You need to act fast! Drop this prayer thing and find a solution. ‘Be still’ isn’t working can’t you see the water flooding the boat? Your husband is about to leave go seek help somewhere else!”

The enemy applies relentless pressure, making it impossible to sit still. You pace back and forth. You scratch your head. You sigh a billion times. You panic. And yet… Jesus slept. Soundly.

Why? How? Can you do that? If you’re in a storm right now, are you still like Jesus or you’re on panic mode like the disciples? What’s your response?

See you tomorrow, don’t forget to follow The Yielded Center on Instagram ❤️

My amazing family! You guys are the best thank you for all your love and support! Truly, you’re a blessing to me! I’ve got an announcement coming on Monday, and I hope you’ll be here for it! But for now, it’s Reflection Friday, and I thought I’d share a little poem.

Fun fact: Before I ever wrote stories, novels, or anything else, I started with poetry! It was my first love then came stories, fictional novels and audio books, and eventually The Yielded Center. Back in the day, I even wrote poems for competitions where three people would compete using my work! Well my mother would always force me to! One thing I’ve learned? Growth is inevitable when you nurture your gift. So keep growing, keep creating, and may your gifts flourish in Jesus’ Name! Let’s go!!

“That’s why God-of-the-Angel-Armies said: “Take a good, hard look at your life. Think it over.”
‭‭Haggai‬ ‭1‬:‭7‬ ‭MSG‬‬