The disciples had a unique sense of partnering with the Holy Spirit in their ministry. They not only ministered in the power of the Spirit, they also partnered with Him in making decisions:

“For it has seemed good to the Holy Spirit and to use to lay on you no greater burden than these requirements” (Acts 15:28).

God has given us the ability to think and to make reasonable decisions. We soak all these in prayer and partner with the Spirit as we make decisions.

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Jesus always found time to be alone in prayer. He made time to be with his Father. His time alone in prayer was a priority for him. 

He modeled this in his life and passed on this practice to his disciples. “And he came to the disciples and found them sleeping. And he said to Peter, ‘So, could you not watch with me one hour? Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak’” (Matt 26:40-41). 

Jesus found strength by spending time with the Father in prayer. He offered this practice to his disciples as well. So at the most difficult times in your life, turn to the Father in prayer. 

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We’ve always seen God as the giver of all good things. But when He takes away what he has given, we get annoyed. This may even be confusing for us. 

“For behold, the Lord God of hosts is taking away from Jerusalem and from Judah support and supply, all support and bread, and all support of water” (Isaiah 3:1). 

No one likes to lose what they already have. All things in life are a gift, beginning with the ability to work and to earn. Gradually, those gifts become our “rights” and we take ownership. That’s when we struggle with losses. 

Somehow, we need to return to God the rights of ownership of all we have. Then we can be fully submitted to his will and plan for our lives. 

The ultimate blessing is to live in obedience to God. When we allow God to take the load, our paths take on a different direction. Obedience and submission to God brings blessings that are beyond what we’ve imagined. 

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You can try being the best to please everyone. But you may kill yourself in the process. The sheer effort and energy required may be too much. And ultimately you’ll never reach your aim. Many end up disillusioned and turn to various vices that ultimately destroy them. 

But there’s a better way. You can be the best for a smaller audience. These are people who connect with you and relate to your values. Be who you are and be the best you possibly can be for a smaller group of people. You will find more fulfillment and will make a profound impact on many over a span of years. 

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I’ve heard about it but never experienced it. Something I was struggling with gripped my entire body and various muscles involuntarily began to shiver like I was out in extreme cold without a jacket. 

It was the first time I felt like I didn’t have control over my body. I quickly knelt beside my bed and prayed. I was praying to the Lord for mercy as I had no clue what was happening. Then, of course, He came. I was able to go back to sleep. 

I wonder about people who don’t have Jesus. What about those who don’t have the Holy Spirit at their side constantly? The stuff of life might be too much to bear for them as well. It is for me. But I have Jesus. 

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How young? As young as anyone who can read these thoughts. 

1. Have a plan for your life as early as possible. 

This doesn’t imply that your plan never changes. Rather, your plan will mature over the years. 

I’m reminded of the famous investor Warren Buffet who bought his first stock early in life. Even in his 90’s, he continued the same but with a mature and complex approach. 

Plan early. Let that plan develop as you grow and mature as you mature. You’ll be much better off. 

2. Always have a second income. 

You might think “I don’t even have one income, so how can I think of a second income?” Develop that mindset and test out various ideas early on in life. Take risks with several projects that could potentially generate an income. One or several of these will bring opportunities for multiple incomes. 

3. Don’t forget God

Fear of the future. Fear of failure. Fear of the unknown. Fear of losing friends. Fear of fear itself. There are an unlimited number of things to be feared in life. And we all have our fears. 

What if we could replace each one of those fears with trust? A deep and profound trust in Jesus, the one who said “Don’t fear” can be a life changer. Yes, it’s easier said than done. Start small. Take each of your smaller fears and bring them to Jesus. Then step up your game, one fear at a time. It works. What is your other option? 

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Are you a victim of double resistance?

The prideful ones face resistance from God. But God’s children already face resistance from Satan. 

Being a prideful Christian can be a lot of trouble. Consider the situation of someone facing resistance from God as well as from Satan. Unimaginable!

Better take the easier route. Stay humble. 

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The statement of Jesus to his disciples was clear: “Apart from me you can do nothing” (John 15:5). But Jesus also said: “You will do the things that I do and you will do even greater things” (John 14:12).

Both of these statements are significant for us. First, it’s important to live in the reality of total dependence on Christ. If we begin to think we can do things on our own, we are in great danger. Our lives must be lived in total dependence on Jesus. 

Second, we are to do the works Jesus did while on the earth. But He said we are to do even greater things (of the type of works Jesus did). So there is no limit to how God can use us when we live and work in total dependence on Christ. What a privilege! 

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For many, a second income is not just desirable but a necessity. There are lots of options available to us. And I’ve tried many. Here is one that has worked. 

Swing Trading has finally developed into that second income that I’ve wanted for many years. I’ve been at this for over four years now and I’m now regularly profitable. I’m now at a place where that second income is a reality. 

The stock market is a mystery and a dread for many, but it doesn’t have to be. You need to gain some basic knowledge and develop some simple skills to trade. The task is simple but hard. 

It is simple because it just is. But the hard part is handling our emotions. We tend to swing between greed and fear. Handling ourselves is one of the greatest tasks that we cannot ignore. 

Make sure to find a good mentor who can guide you through the process of learning and gaining experience. 

If you’re interested in such a mentorship program, send me a message.

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Human desires are mostly never-ending. And the human appetite is never satisfied. For many, life is a constant running towards something we feel will fulfill our desires. But once we reach those things, we’re not satisfied. And its time for the next thing.

Maybe we cannot change our character of never-ending desire. Could be that it’s how we’re wired. Built that way by our creator. But what for? Why would God create us that way?

What if God could be our utmost desire? An unending appetite for God is always a good thing. We would have the benefit of an ongoing, growing relationship with our creator.

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