Within the last month, I have probably gone through the most challenging situation in my life, specifically as it relates to my career. The mountain of my circumstances came from nowhere. I have been criticized and personally attacked. I started to feel like so many things were out of my control. In my mind, I started to believe that I was defeated, that there was nothing I could do, and that my power was being taken away from me. 

As I spent time with God and in prayer, I started to realize the power of my words. I was allowing myself to be the victim. I allowed the actions and words of others become a stronghold over me. I forgot what God says about me.

God reminded me that I am victorious, I am strong, and I am confident. I am all these things because He who is in me is greater than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4). I am also all these things because of Who is on my side. When we feel defeated, it is easy to just lie down and take things, but we must remember who we are in Christ. As I started to pray and meditate, my thoughts started to shift. Instead of believing I was defeated, I remembered that God has defeated all and that I was victorious. Instead of believing that there was nothing I could do, I remembered that I could do something; I can cast my cares to God. Instead of believing that my power was being taken away from, I remembered that God is mighty and powerful in the land. No one can take power away from me unless I allow them to. 

I started to speak life and God’s word.  

“I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13)

“I am more than a conqueror.” (Romans 8:37)

NO weapon formed against me shall prosper. (Isaiah 54:17)

“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life and have it to the full.” (John 10:10)

This difficult season is not over; however, I will speak life over my situation. I will trust God with my circumstances, and I will not be a victim. Ultimately, God is in control. I cannot think of a time that He failed me, and I know it is not any different now. 

My brothers and sisters, remember what God says about you! 

Peace