The Souls Remedy: trusting God

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Friday, August 7, 2026

Do A New Thing With God

Good Morning!

There are moments when life feels like a standstill, when you’re praying, pushing, and trying, yet nothing seems to shift.

Israel knew this feeling well. After centuries of bondage, God delivered them from Egypt with a mighty hand. But freedom didn’t come without challenges. God intentionally led them the long way around, straight toward the Red Sea (Exodus 13:17–18). It looked like a dead end, but it was actually the setup for a new beginning.

When the Israelites saw Pharaoh’s army approaching, fear overwhelmed them. They cried out, complained, and questioned God’s plan (Exodus 14:10–12). Isn’t that how we respond when our “new thing” doesn’t look the way we expected? We ask God for change, but when the path gets uncomfortable, we reach back for what’s familiar, even if it was harmful.

Yet God wasn’t shaken by their fear. He told Moses, “Move forward.” The miracle didn’t happen until they stepped toward the impossible. God parted the waters, proving that His new thing often begins where our strength ends.

Jesus echoes this same truth when He says, “My yoke is easy and My burden is light” (Matthew 11:28–30). When you surrender control, you make room for God to work. When you stop rehearsing the past, you can finally perceive the new thing He is doing.

Today, choose forward. Let go of what God has already released. Trust Him with what you cannot see. The same God who made a path through the sea is making a path for you. Step into the new! He is already there.

Friday, April 24, 2026

Stand Firm in What You Believe

Good Morning!
Trouble is not an interruption to life, it’s part of life’s journey.

Job reminds us that challenges are as certain as sparks rising from a fire. But certainty of trouble does not mean certainty of defeat. What makes the difference is what we believe and how we allow that belief to shape our response.

King Jehoshaphat understood this well. When he received news of a massive army coming against Judah

(2 Chronicles 20), fear tried to rise, but faith rose higher. Before forming a battle plan, before gathering weapons, before strategizing, the king gathered the people and pointed them to God. His confidence wasn’t rooted in military strength but in divine presence. He reminded them of a truth he had already spoken in 2 Chronicles 19:11: “The Lord shall be with those who do right.”

Jehoshaphat believed God and that belief showed up in his behavior. He prayed. He sought God. He encouraged others. He stood still and trusted the Lord to fight for them. And God did.

Many of us believe God in theory, but struggle to activate that belief in daily life. We say God is faithful, yet panic at the first sign of trouble. We declare God is our provider, yet worry ourselves into exhaustion. But belief is more than words, it is a posture, a response, a way of living.

Trouble may be certain, but so is God’s presence. And Scripture assures us that trouble doesn’t last always: “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning” (Psalm 30:5).

Every hardship has an end date, and every dark night is already scheduled to break into God’s light.

Be brave. Stand firm.
Morning is coming.
Believe.

Saturday, March 7, 2026

When God Calls You to Less

Good Morning!

Following God is beautiful, but it is not easy. We love the idea of walking with Him, but the reality of surrendering to Him stretches us in ways we never expected.

Most of us spend more time asking God for more resources, more clarity, more comfort, more open doors. Yet often, God is trying to teach us how to live faithfully with less. Less noise. Less distraction. Less self‑reliance. Less of our own agenda.

It’s not that God is withholding blessings. It’s that He is shaping us. He knows that “more” can sometimes make us comfortable, complacent, or careless. But “less” has a way of sharpening our ears, humbling our hearts, and strengthening our dependence on Him. When God reduces something in our lives, He is not punishing us, He is positioning us.

We see this clearly in the story of Gideon (Judges 6–7). Gideon started with an army of 32,000 men, ready to fight the Midianites. But God kept reducing his numbers; first to 10,000, then to only 300. Gideon didn’t ask for less. He didn’t want less. But God gave him less so that Gideon would learn to trust God more. And with only 300 men, God brought victory. Less wasn’t a setback. Less was the strategy.

Still, we struggle. We cling to our plans, our timelines, our preferences. We insist on doing things our way, even when God is gently nudging us toward His. We pray for direction, but we resist the path He points to. We ask for blessings, but we hesitate to obey the instructions attached to them.

The truth is simple but challenging: no matter what season we’re in, our job is to follow God’s plan. Not the plan we imagined. Not the plan we prefer. The plan He knows is best.

And here’s the grace! God doesn’t ask us to follow Him perfectly. He asks us to follow Him faithfully. Step by step. Day by day. Even when it feels like less. Because with God, less is never lack. Less is often the doorway to more of Him.

Sunday, February 1, 2026

When Your View of God Determines Your Peace

Good Morning!

A low view of God in a crisis will always magnify the crisis. When God becomes small in our eyes, our problems grow large enough to overwhelm us. But a high view of God shifts everything. It doesn’t remove the storm, but it anchors your heart in the One who rules over it.

In moments of fear, pressure, or uncertainty, we often forget who God truly is. We lose sight of His sovereignty, His power, and His unmatched authority.

This is the God who spoke the heavens into existence, who calls every star by name, and yet knows every detail of your life with intimate precision. He is not distant. He is not unaware. He is not indifferent. He is both Creator of the celestial heavens and Shepherd of your soul.

Yet in our humanity, we sometimes slip into treating God as if He exists to serve us. When life becomes painful, we shift from seeking God to challenging Him. But Scripture makes a clear distinction: God welcomes our questions, but He forbids our demands. Asking, “Lord, help me understand,” is an act of humility. Demanding, “God, explain Yourself,” is an act of pride.

God is sovereign. He answers when He chooses, how He chooses, and if He chooses. His silence is not abandonment. His delay is not denial. His “no” is not punishment. He is God and we are not.

A high view of God restores peace because it restores order. It reminds you that you are held, guided, and protected by the Almighty.

When you elevate your view of God, your crisis loses its power to control you. And in that place of surrender, you rediscover the stillness that comes from knowing He is God.

Sunday, May 5, 2024

There is nothing better than God

There is none like You, O Lord; You are great, and great is Your name in might. Jeremiah 10:6

O Lord, there is none like You, nor is there any God besides You, according to all that we have heard with our ears. 1 Chronicles 17:20

Good Morning!

There is nothing better than God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. Nothing can compare to the love and grace of God. He is the source of all good things and the reason for our existence.

When we take the time to build our relationship with God, strengthen our faith, and pray we will find God is forever present in due time. Also, by seeking God through repentance, we will find forgiveness. Through these continuous efforts, the reward can be salvation and eternal life.

No matter what challenges or struggles you may face, you can find peace solace, and strength knowing that the Holy Trinity; God the Father, Jesus, and Holy Spirit is always with us. To many, this does not make sense, but truly knowing Jesus goes beyond man's logic. Knowing Jesus we know that He surpasses all understanding.

There is nothing better than God! Once realized here are just a few joyful takeaways:

1. Experience the overwhelming love and grace - there's nothing better!

2. Let God be your guide and strength through all of life's challenges.

3. Don't just believe in Jesus, feel the power of His presence in your heart.

4. Let Jesus be the reason for your existence and the source of all good things.

5. Discover the true source of all good things and the reason for your existence!

6. Find forgiveness, salvation, and eternal life in the arms of Jesus.

7. No challenge or struggle is too big when you have Jesus by your side.

8. Let Jesus be the anchor of your life and experience the endless blessings He has in store for you.

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

What is your Red Sea? Give God praise in the middle of your storm

Read: Exodus 14

Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord; The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace.” Exodus 14:13-14

Good Morning!

Not trusting God's plan is easy when facing challenges. Despite our faith and fervent prayers, we can find ourselves teetering between trusting God and trusting ourselves. The beautiful thing about God, He can show up amid problems, even when we're doubtful, angry, or worried.

Despite knowing that God has provided an answer, do you find yourself going in the opposite direction of victory? The waves of life keep pushing you further away, drowning you in an ever-increasing number of problems.

Your plight is no different than the children of Israel, As they made their journey out of Egypt toward the Red Sea, it appeared to be no outlet from disaster. Instead of leading them by the shorter land route, God chose to guide them through the wilderness, with the Red Sea to one side and Pharaoh's army in pursuit (Exodus 13:17-20). How has your Red Sea entrapped you?

We tend to waver and point blame when things go array. Upon seeing the Red Sea and Pharaoh approaching, the Children of Israel were angry and complained to Moses. Now, more than ever, in your Red Sea, this is the time to praise and thank God instead of complaining.

Expressing their anger towards Moses, the children blamed him for leading them to their deaths (Exodus 14:10-12). God asked Moses why he cried out to Him. God was aware of Moses' heart, even though he never articulated it. While in the Red Sea, you must audibly express your praises and desires to God from your heart. Sincerity is known by God He knows our hearts.

Always, we should praise and thank God. In the middle of your Red Sea, you should not complain but praise God sincerely. Have trust and belief that The Lord will fight for you. Despite the fact you cannot see your victory, thank God in advance. Your Red Sea and Pharoh will continue to persevere but press forward when surrounded by the wilderness.

When we encounter the challenging Red Seas and realize that reaching the other side is beyond our control, we must understand that God is in control. This is the moment we should offer God our utmost praise. We got through the Red Sea not because of us, but because of the power, grace, and mercy of God. Things that we know we had no control over bring God the greatest glory.

On your journey through the wilderness towards the Red Sea, whatever challenges you encounter, God has a plan for you. God will provide a way to cross the Red Sea. Do not lean on your understanding; trust in the Lord with all your heart. Let him be your sanctuary. He will never forsake you or leave you.