This Is Me, As I Am

This is a statement that I learned from the Pastors of Relevant Church in Virginia Beach, VA. What exactly does that mean? From the three years that I spent under that ministry, I learned that in order for you to become proficient in something, you have to apply that something to your life daily.

The example that they used frequently was that of working out. To have the body that you desire, or that will be beneficial to your health, there are some things that you have to do. Eat better, work on your body by exercising every muscle in your body to get the best benefit.

The same is true for your spirit. For your spirit man to grow, there are some exercises that you must do for Him to grow stronger. Pray before you begin reading the Bible. Ask Holy Spirit to give you a clear understanding of what you read and where to start. Where in Your word should I start? If you are going through something specific, there are scriptures that you need to seek, and stay with them until you have received an answer. Your answer may come in your prayer time, or He may send someone to you with a confirming word. Study the word of God for yourself.

“2 Timothy 2:15 New King James Version

¹⁵ Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

I am working on both. Strengthening the real me, which is my spirit, so that He will give me the strength, discipline, and instruction on how to get my physical space healthier.

1 Cor 6:19-20 New King James Version

19 “Or do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own? 20 For you were bought at a price; therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God’s.”

I have been fasting the first seven days of each month (called by God), and because my focus has shifted from my strength to His strength, I was able to drop 4 pounds in 7 days. Eating healthier and moving my body.

“The word works, when you work the word!”

SELAH