As I continue reading in Nehemiah Chapter 2, I wanted to share something else I noticed. Nehemiah’s heart posture when it came to making requests from God. 1. Nehemiah first sought the face of God. (Matthew 7:7-8) 2. He was not anxiously moving through his circumstances. He went directly to the one who has all the answers. (Philippians 4:6-7) 3. He waited for direction, and a course of action. (Jeremiah 33:3) 4. He was specific when making his request to the King. He didn’t leave anything out. (Nehemiah 2:7-8) 5. He was rewarded for his posture, approach and follow-through. (Psalm 37:4-7) I love this because it gives us actionable steps to how we can approach God in prayer. We abide in him, so our hearts desires are transformed to reflect His will. We wait for clarity and direction before making random moves. We approach our King boldly making our requests, and follow through with what he has told us to do; obedience. Then comes victory! I pray we all see victory in every area of our lives as we walk in boldness and obedience, waiting for our Lords instructions. I love you but God loves you more 💕!

I am currently walking through Nehemiah in the Bible app, and a thought came to me that I want to share. Anytime you take a stand, whenever you choose to place God in His proper position - FIRST, there will ALWAYS be mockers. Those who don’t understand, don’t get it, or want the old you back etc. DO IT ANYWAY!! Your Identity is found in HIM. God’s way will FOREVER be the BEST way! I love you, but God loves you more 💕!

This scripture says, “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you.” Our goal as believers is not comfort, but power. Power to live surrendered lives, to bear witness to the Son of God, and to be vessels the Holy Spirit can ignite. We are the kindling set ablaze to light the way for a generation. We create from heaven’s blueprint and walk in obedience to God’s call. We will change the world.