Who Told You, You Couldn’t Do That?
When God Told You, You Can!
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DAY 11
Who Told You, You Are Too Old?
He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God; (Romans 4:20 KJV)
DEVOTION Scriptures: Romans 4:3 KJV; Romans 4:20-21 KJV; Phillipians 4:13 KJV PRAYER DAY 12 (Matthew 6:33 KJV) DEVOTION Scriptures: Phillipians 4:6-7 KJV PRAYER Scriptures: Ecclesiastes 9:11 KJV; Matthew 24:13 KJV; Isaiah 40:31 KJV
You are never too old. Throughout the Bible God used people of all ages to accomplish the unimaginable, and blessed and gave favor to those who thought their time had come and gone. Take Abraham for example. God told Abram that he would be a father...at nearly 100 years old. His wife Sara was also well past childbearing age. God changed his name from Abram to Abraham; which means father of many nations. The Bible says Abraham BELIEVED God, and it was counted unto him for righteousness. Is there anything too hard for God? The answer is No. The bible says...Abraham staggered not at the promises of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God. Never, ever, allow your chronological age to stop you from fulfilling your destiny. See yourself as God sees you...able to do all things through Christ.
Father I thank you for restoring the years to me. Years that the cankerworm and the palm have eaten up. You are a God of restoration, and refreshing, and my youth is renewed like the eagles. Regardless of my age, I decree and declare this is my time, and my season. I thank you that I can decree a thing, and it shall be established. According to Revelation 3: 8 you have opened doors no man can shut. For nothing shall be impossible for me with you. Your word says that as I age, it is a Blessing from you. I will no longer allow my age to be a hindrance for me pursuing the things I have always wanted to do. You said you will give me the desires of my heart, if I delight myself in you. I thank you for it in advance, in Jesus’s name, amen.
It’s Never Too Late
Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added to you.
I assure you, God has not forgotten about you. He still hears, and answers our prayers. Maybe you want to write a book, go back to school, or even start an entirely new career like I did. Whatever it is, be clear, concise, and remain focused. Maybe your desire is to be married, or have a child. Its. Never. Too. Late. Whatever it is, do not be anxious for it. Anxiety will become a distraction, and will not allow you to be at peace, so you can hear God. Instead, with prayer, petition, supplication, and thanksgiving, make your request known to God, and the peace of God, while your waiting, shall guard your heart, and your mind in Christ Jesus. It’s never too late.
Heavenly Father, I thank you that you have restored the years that have been stolen from me. You have awakened in me once again the desires of my heart. I shall run the race which has been set before me. I understand the race is not given to the swift but to the one that endures to the end. I thought it was too late for me, but I am reminded that as I wait upon You, You shall renew my strength. I shall mount up with wings like eagles; I shall run, and not be weary; and I shall walk, and not faint. For you have redeemed the time. In Jesus’s name, amen.
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Despite setbacks, obstacles and critical remarks from yourself or others, remember your future is in God's hands. If God be for you, who can be against you? He has declared, in Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” This thirty-one-day devotional and journal is complete with a daily topic, scripture, devotional, prayer, and a place to jot down what God is speaking to you in this season of your life.
If you have lost hope in pursuing your dreams, or have been fighting against resistance which has hindered your progress, no matter who or what it is, I exhort you to receive the word of the Lord, and get back in position. Remember you are more than a conqueror, and no one can stop you, but you. Increase your faith and hope in order to obtain the desire God has placed in your heart, and ultimately, to give Him the glory.
About the Author
Jennifer Harris Thompson's heart of compassion prepared her for working in Social Services as a Medical and Legal Advocate, for survivors of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence. Her empathetic nature also readied her for work in Healthcare, on various units including Orthopedic Trauma, Labor and Delivery, the NICU, and as a Doula, and a Certified Lactation Consultant. After working in helping professions for over 10 years, because of her love for writing, sharing people’s stories and inspiring others, she decided to pursue her lifelong dream of working in Television and Radio Broadcast.
Pursuing and conquering your goals has always been important to Jennifer, so she took a leap of faith with God, and returned to school to obtain a second degree, and graduated from DePaul University with her degree in Broadcast Journalism. She was a Freelance Writer, and an On-Air Host for an inspirational radio station, before being hired as a Producer and Reporter for an ABC, and FOX affiliate in Illinois. Months later she was promoted to Morning Co-Anchor, and began anchoring segments of the four-hour long broadcast. After leaving, she was hired as the Morning News Anchor at WVON in Chicago.
Jennifer answered the call to ministry years ago and is an Ordained Minister under Faith Ministries Alliance, which is founded by Dr. Bill Winston. Minister Thompson is the founder of Marvellous Light Ministries, and More Than Conquerors Praise Dance Ministry. She began her pastoral care as a Prayer Warrior, praying for the sick in hospitals, and preparing food and giving it to those in need on Chicago’s west side. While ministering to them, she offered prayer, handed out bibles, and extended the invitation to receive Christ. She continues her work as a Broadcast Journalist as ministry allows. Jennifer attributes all of her accomplishments to God, and says, “But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace toward me was not in vain.” 1 Corinthians 15:10