I find it most fascinating how it is the hard things and the places of self-sacrifice that bring us the most significant increase! It is often said, no pain - no gain.

Acts 13:2 While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.”

Why is it that when they were fasting that God spoke to them? Wouldn't it seem more convenient to be feasting and have God speak? Why is it that we have to work out to get physically fit or monitor our diet to get healthy? God, in His wisdom, set it up so that if we wanted more, it would always cause us to become less in some way .Look at what Apostle Paul says regarding this concept:

2 Corinthians 4:17-18 For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So, we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.

I have always believed that these Encouraging Notes are, by God’s direction, released at the right time, and in the right season for those reading! I believe God is trying to speak something to us today! Believe that God is calling you and me to a more empowered life than ever before! Are you longing for more in-depth communion with God? Do you want to hear his voice more clearly than ever before? Are you willing to obey when God speaks? Are you ready to do what is uncomfortable? 

Maybe God is speaking to you now. Perhaps he is calling you to set something aside that has been a distraction in your life so that you can be more focused on Him and his purpose for your life. Maybe it is time to set aside a meal or two so you can spend that time with Him. Are you willing to do hard things? If so, get ready because… 

INCREASES IS ON THE WAY!

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