When I Say Yes

The Lord had said to Abram, “Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. 2 “I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing. 3 I will bless those who bless you,and whoever curses you I will curse;and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.~Genesis 12:1-3

So many people look at the Bible as a collection of stories, but it so much more than that. It’s an instruction manual for life, blessings, and preparation for destiny. It’s book of hope and encouragement, but above all it is a collection of letters by God’s children to His children.
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Honestly, Genesis is really the only book in the Bible I have read effortlessly because it like a soap opera. Adventure, twist & turns, and scandal grips you to every page, but Abrams’ story has always been special to me. I have always felt a kinship with his pilgrim journey, maybe because I could relate. My husband and I left home about 28 years ago in search of more and have gotten more that we could ask for; however we are still on our way to destiny.
What I love about this particular scripture is that it provides clear instruction; this is what you must do to get what I have prepared for you. So let’s take a look. You have left everything you know, stepped out on faith to get what I have in store for you.

I will defend you and your seed, and put you through the process that prepares you to handle what I have in store for you. And because of your obedience I will bless you, making  you a blessing to others, and just in case that wasn’t enough I will make your name great. Wow!

Notice that there is an order to this. You must submit to the process before you receive the promises. The process prepares you to receive what God has for you. We must have the right motives and attitude to receive God’s promises, so good character is key.

What I love most about this scripture is that with the promise comes protection. As you live for Him, He will not only bless you, but protect you as well. I no longer have to defend myself, just praise Him.

So today begin to see the Bible as a tool in your arsenal for victorious living. Know that it is a manual to guide you to destiny, ultimate blessings and protection.
Best, Kay