Voice of Love

My post today as always centers on our well-being. For, whatever one anchors to has mastery over their soul. That is our mind, will, and emotion. We live in a world of so many voices so it’s very important to discern truth from false deceitful teachings of the world. Which by reasoning appear sound to the mind but slowly leads one further astray and deep to despair. I was subject to this sad way of life due to ignorance. My mind was conformed to the world so I received only what it could offer. Fleeting desires that don’t ever satisfy as I relentlessly sought after its end. A hope placed in the falsity of the world, discussion yet for another time. But, in the midst of it all is the voice of love that calls us to better! To love, true hope, and the guide of wisdom.

Hope proven true over and over again in my life. Experience so real and rich that my desire is you partake in him too. I can’t help but see the hurt in people. Those trying to make sense of what they know to be life. Broken and trapped in the deceit of the world with no guarantee whatsoever. And the further a mind anchors to it the deeper their heart hardens to the truth that can only save their soul. Not my truth but of the true Light that every man desperately needs, the person of Jesus. Who just an encounter with is an open door to deeper intimacy fueled by the intensity of his love. He is within reach to all who would turn their heart to the voice of his love.

Believe in Him

Well, one thing about negative voices is that they are loud. Viral in nature as it multiplies. No genuine intent to build one up but only to destroy. Since we can’t escape such exposure the ability to spiritually discern is key in guarding our heart. In so doing, the health of our soul. Even worse to external voices are the loud thoughts in the mind. Oh yea the very ones that had me confined. If you read my last post I highlighted this. I overcome by the enlightenment of my heart. No religion, culture, or tradition can save a soul except Christ. As we anchor deep to him by faith our soul rest secure. He is my strength; I trust and i’m helped. Has nothing to do with my willpower but of him that lives in me. Who is ever so gracious at all times!

Remember, I mentioned above the lack of guarantee with false teachings of the world. It’s extremely opposite with the gospel of love. Which is rooted in faith. As written, “If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved (Romans 10:9). Salvation comes with the gift of the Holy Spirit, the guarantee of that which is yet to come. That means “today” we get to live a beautiful life in Christ not just later. Peace, joy, and abundance of the riches of God. The love of God and his promises is a gift to us. Now, It is left unto us to turn our hearts to his voice. To subject our soul (mind, will, and emotion) to the Word of God. Through which one is purified in accordance to his will.

New Life

“Do not be conformed to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve God’s will is – his good, pleasing, and perfect will”

Romans 12:2

I offer my heart/love to God by obeying his voice. Making him Lord over all. I write in respect to what I have experienced in regards to the transformative power of the Spirit of the Most High. My God, my life, my heart! Oh I know the flesh speaks weakness. However, in a relationship with the Perfect One my heart stands firm and rejoices in light of his power. A testimony to his authenticity since the condition of my soul in the past was unfruitful to me or anyone. It was anchored to condemnation. Self condemnation to be precise because I was arrogant and easily angered to allow any other sort of disapproval from another. Yet, at the same time falling prey and powerless to strife and bitterness. Double whammy!

It’s evident with the example above that I didn’t do a great job taking care of myself. Which is why I chose to be led by the voice of love, rooted in obedience. How did my mind transform? I started with reading a chapter a day from the New Testament. To be born again is to be one in spirit with Christ. My body and old way of thinking didn’t instantly change when I decided to follow Jesus. However, with God each encounter in humility is a fresh breath of life. His word strengthens my inner man (spirit). The closer I come, the more he reveals himself to me. In order words, the more I align to his thoughts. His pleasing will! I was not turned away, scolded, or shamed for being ignorant. Rather, by mercy and grace I receive more! And he delights my heart like no other.

In abiding to the Word of God my mind continuously transforms. No one comprehends the thoughts of God but the Spirit of God himself (1 Corinthians 2:11). Which he makes known to his own in a relationship. Any voice be it in my mind or from another that speaks opposite his truth I rebuke! The closer you are to a person the more you know. Just like human friendship. Who you are intimate with influences your life. No one is called to brokenness. Rather, to be who we ought to be. Unique and special in light of our purpose in Christ. Starts with unlocking the door to our heart to the voice of his love. A person can live within the broadness of Christ or resist change and remain within the limitations of men.

The God of Hope

There is so much to say about the heart of God. His will for my life is of peace. When I seek, he is there. Thus, always faithful to his word. He changed my life! I really don’t care how much I talk or write of Jesus. All I know is that he has done so much for me that no one could ever! At my lowest, highest, or times of joy he is right beside me. Encouraging at all times with each step and my soul rests secure. Btw that’s how the blog name “Broad Assure” came about. My confidence is in his unfailing love. Which he so generously pours into my heart.

I cannot lay claim on the transformative work in my life. The word of God renews my mind. Also, note that it involves my participation. Our need for Jesus is apparent since false teachings aim to steal the peace of our heart through doubt and fear. Therefore, to remain in his love is a must. As he overcame, so do we by faith. So I say rebuke evil and choose the good that comes from the word. God is just so beautiful for a person to deny themselves of his love. I hope you don’t! As for me, I remain in awe of his beauty.

Have you ever heard anyone say reading the Bible hurt them? Perhaps they would say it was no use to them. Why? Because, their hearts are hardened for so many reasons. The good news is that there is no soul that cannot be saved! It’s but a choice to turn to God in humility. Come to the voice of love, he is a compassionate and merciful Father. Who delights to give us wisdom, understanding, and teach us discernment. Our story has already been written. Yet, the choice rests on us to let God unveil his perfect thought/will for our lives. I pray for peace in all you do. Until next time! 🙏🏾