Blessed

God blesses those who are humble, for they will inherit the whole earth. ~Matthew 5:5

Much has happened in the way of obstacles, change, and growth. Each experience, however, has made me a stronger and more remarkable woman.  I will take this opportunity to share with you why I am blessed.  I am a remarkable and unorthodox individual, and there is nothing that anyone can do about it. Why? Well because . . .

·         I am blessed because I have sown sacrificial not superficial seeds.

·         I am blessed because I embrace my flaws as an advantage as opposed to crutch.

·         I am blessed because I live as Santresa (San) on purpose and not as a carbon copy of my social media status.

·         I am blessed because I accept that my imperfections are gifts and purposely live my life as opposed to exist in it.

There is nothing more beautiful or that exudes more self-confidence than being authentically who you are.  Living with a peace of mind is invaluable and in recent months has proven not only beneficial, but necessary.  A while ago when I decided to do this, enemies became agitated, my disposition towards loving more of myself became evident, my smile became infectious, I stop worrying about my needs that God promised he would supply, my uncomfortable became comfortable, and I’ve exuded without qualms just how much I love being, me. The lesson that I learned was to stop building walls with my words and actions that became obstacles (which I have overcome) in my life. Instead, I faced and defeated my "ugly truths", embraced my imperfections, loved more of and made time for those that have always loved me, laughed, and most importantly, continued to LIVE ON and WITH PURPOSE. 

I no longer wonder why I've been blessed BEYOND my prayers of needs and wants.  I have come into the understanding that I'm reaping the harvest of the seeds I've sown for years. Clarification! Nothing . . . nothing that I have now has not been without sacrifice, pain, vulnerability, tough truths, hard work, His mercy and favor.  Guess what!? He is only getting started.  Dear readers, let Him work in your life and STOP getting in your own way.  To the faithful, he sees your heart and will continue to keep you.  All that my enemies meant for bad, He not only shifted towards good, but is continuing to bless me with better than I was originally supposed to receive.  Thank you, Jesus!  I am happy, full of joy and gratitude as well as blessed with a peace of mind independent of outwards circumstances.  Change IS good!

How has He been a blessing for you?

Deuces,

~San

You Can Go into the Enemy’s Camp and Win

The LORD shall cause your enemies that rise up against you to be defeated before your face: they shall come out against you one way, and flee before you seven ways.  ~ Deuteronomy 28:7

God is powerful enough to allow you to go into your enemy’s territory and come out victorious.  For those who elect to have Jesus as their Lord and personal redeemer, you are granted God’s power and authority to defeat your enemy in his or her own terrain.  We often have to face our enemies in their territory.  You need to know that God has granted you the authority to defeat the Devil no matter where he attempts to try to come against you.  Your level of faith will determine whether you or the Devil wins.

God is Satan’s master.  At the command of God, Satan must follow His orders.  When Satan comes against you, you need to tag Jesus into the ring.  Let the Lord fight your battles and you will always come out the victor.  In Christ Jesus, we already have the victory!  Therefore, stop being scared to face the Enemy.  He has no dominion over your life.  God is the ruler of your life and all of your steps are ordered by Him. When Satan is battling you, you need to activate the Jesus in you.

God has not given us a spirit of fear.  He has given us power to defeat the Enemy in his territory and take that territory as our own and sanctify it.  Too many people look at the missiles the Devil launches against them with their natural eyes and fail to employ their spiritual eyes.  The battle you’re fighting against the Devil is not a natural battle—it’s a spiritual battle.  When you’re in spiritual warfare, you have to fight the Devil using the spirit of Jesus that dwells within you.

Jesus will give you a clear plan to conquer the Enemy.  He will provide you with the ability to execute the plan.  You must have enough faith in God that He can allow you to come out of your situation with the victory.  No matter what you may be going through God is able to do exactly what you need done.  Even when Satan has stacked the deck against you, Jesus can cause that deck to be destroyed.  He can cause your enemies to begin to work on your behalf.  Now, what a mighty God we serve!

You cannot win without Jesus being on your side.  I would encourage you to not go a day without having Jesus on your side.  You simply cannot afford to miss a day without Jesus being in your life.  The Enemy is always looking for a way to come into your life and attack you.  When you don’t have Jesus residing on the inside, you’re vulnerable to the power of Satan to destroy you.  Without a doubt, Satan is powerful.  If God is not in your life, Satan can steal from you, defeat you, and kill you.   

With God, no weapons the Enemy uses against you will prosper—not a single weapon will prosper!

Stop acting like you serve a weak God who is a wimp.  You serve a mighty God.  Tag him into the ring today to have Him to defeat the Devil on your behalf.  Praise God for the victory over the Enemy!

Deuces,

Tony

  

Don't Let Mistakes Distract You

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. ~Philippians 4:13 

People do make mistakes and we should not hold those mistakes over their heads forever.  Although there are times when people need to be reminded about their errors, especially when they begin to act like they are perfect, people deserve a chance to change and progress without being constantly reminded of their mistakes.  God is the only one who is perfect.  All human beings make mistakes and many human beings make more mistakes than others.  Some people sit around and wait for you to make a mistake so that they can gain gratification from your errors.  Many people who are bitter and have low self-esteem feel that the only way to improve the way they feel about themselves is to tear down others.  As Christians, we have to understand that the Devil would love nothing more than to distract us with the tactics of these individuals.  Don’t let folks move your attention away from what God has for you.

If you make a mistake, learn from it and strive to never make it again.  While you may continue to struggle with the same problem for a certain period of time, you will inevitably conquer it with God’s help.  Don’t beat yourself up over making mistakes.  Making mistakes is a part of what makes you human.  The Original Sin was a mistake that allowed all of us to be born from it.  Begin to see your mistakes as learning experiences and as opportunities for you to get closer to Jesus.  We all need something to struggle with so that we will know that we need Jesus every day.  It is time out for seeking Jesus only when you need something.  You must learn that you have to seek Him daily. 

In all that you do, ask Jesus to help you.  Never think that you are beyond asking for help from Jesus.  You must remember that all of your talents and skills come from God and without God you are nothing.  Therefore, never feel that you can make it alone in this evil world.  Having Jesus in your life is necessary.  God will also provide you with some earthly help as well.  It’s foolish to believe that you don’t need human beings in your life.  Many “deep” Christians will assert that all they need is Jesus, but as a person living in the world and not in Heaven, you are going to need another human being in your life for so many reasons that time and space will not permit a listing and explanation of all of them.

Be encouraged today.  You don’t have to let the Devil defeat you by constantly letting him play with your mind about mistakes you have made.  Remember that you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you.  Moreover, all things work together for the good for them who are called according to His purpose and who love Him.  Stop having pity parties about your mistakes and live in the fullness of God.  When you seek God first, He will provide you with all you need to accomplish the desires of your heart.  Nothing is impossible for those who truly believe God.

Deuces,

Tony