Spring Cleaning

Kindle afresh the gift of God which is in you. 

2 Timothy 1:6

Welcome to the second quarter of 2019! I pray this new shift and season finds you in great health and wealth as your soul continues to prosper. Spring is not only a time of physical cleansing but also fiscal cleanup. I encourage you to take inventory of your life- spiritually, emotionally, physically, financially and the people who are connected and vested in your life. Springtime is a great focal point to rid yourself of anything that is not conducive to your growth and overall well-being. In the realm of your spiritual well being, consult with God concerning His plans and assignments for your life. I've learned from my personal pursuits that our calling is consistent while our assignments can be seasonal. What worked for you spiritually at the beginning of this year may not align with what you feel led to do in this season and that is absolutely okay. Don't stay uncomfortable because it was once comfortable. Fasting may have been what you felt led to do in the first quarter, but studying the Word and increasing your prayer life could be what is necessary for this quarter.

Emotionally, invest in self-care and activities that bring your soul solitude. Find mechanisms and paths that give you space to navigate your thoughts in a peaceful, productive and professional manner-whether it is counseling, small groups through a local church or simply journaling. From experience, I personally would admonish that you unplug from technology periodically to reconnect to what needs your connection. 

Physically, spring is the perfect time to visit your doctor for wellness checks and to become intuned with nature after enduring the winter season. Particularly, African-Americans should take full advantage of getting some much needed sunlight because of the wide-spread Vitamin D deficiencies that the bulk of us unfortunately genetically endure.

Lastly, do a fiscal checkup of your financial health. Get clear on where you are and where you desire to be at the end of this quarter. What areas of your financial life require management and maintenance? Always remember, every dollar you earn and possess should have a job and it should be protected under the spiritual covering of the Kingdom. Lastly, it's not what you make, it's how well you manage what you make. 

#2019

3 John 1:2, "Beloved, I pray that in every way you may prosper and enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well."

Happy 2019!! I pray this message finds you in great health and wealth as your soul continues to flourish throughout this new year! We entered 2019 under unforeseen circumstances-including a governmental shutdown that was the longest noted in our American history. Although we are facing unparalleled levels of uncertainty economically and it seems as if the foundation of our country has failed its inspection, continue to trust God, stay focused and keep your mind on God. Isaiah 26:3, is a constant reminder of the benefits that come with keeping our focus on God. He keeps those in perfect peace whose minds are steadfast on Him because they trust in Him. As you navigate through the many chapters of 2019, stay committed to each page of your process. We will experience ebbs and flows, but we have a solid assurance of knowing WHO controls the waves. As always, below I will provide tips on how to make the most of your new year. 

1. Create Strategies and Set Systems to ensure the order and organization of your days.

2. Write down daily, weekly, and monthly goals and review them daily to hold yourself accountable.

3. Get clear on what is coming in and going out financially. It's not what you make, it's how you manage what you make.

4. Don't dismiss discernment. Dismissing the Voice of God will cost you in every area of your life.

5. Always remember your WHY and stay focused on it no matter WHAT.