Let’s be real for a second. Most of us grew up looking at the Bible like a dusty museum—full of "perfect" people in sandals who did impossible things. We see them as statues, not humans. But here’s the secret: the Bible isn't a history book; it's a mirror. I want to try something. I will pick 12 characteristics we face today and from the Bible, shine a light on God's chosen people that shared the same characteristic. ​The goal for the next 12 weeks isn't just to "learn facts." It's to find ourselves in the mess, the flaws, and the "oops" moments of the people God chose. We’re digging into the "Ashes" of their humanity to see how God brought out the "Beauty" of His purpose. I pray you stick with me and enjoy. Let's get started. 🙌🏾🙌🏾✝️✝️ ​​Today’s Characteristic: Insecurity ​We’re starting with a guy named Gideon (Judges 6). When we first meet him, he isn't leading an army; he’s hiding in a winepress to thresh wheat so his enemies won't see him. He was literally living in a hole because he was afraid. When an angel shows up and calls him a "mighty warrior," Gideon’s first instinct is to argue. He says, "My clan is the weakest... and I am the least in my family." He was completely defined by his "not-enoughness." How many of us have a "Mighty Warrior" calling on our lives, but we’re living in a "Winepress" mindset? ​You want to start that business, but you feel "too small." ​You want to write that book, but you feel "unqualified." ​You want to lead, but you're focused on your bank account or your past. ​Gideon proves that God doesn't call the qualified; He qualifies the called. He named Gideon a hero while Gideon was still trembling in a hole. God sees who you are becoming, not just where you’re hiding. Your insecurity isn't a "No" to God; it’s an invitation for His strength to take over. If God walked into your "winepress" today and called you a "Mighty Warrior," what would be your first "But, Lord..." excuse? Let’s call out those insecurities and leave them in the comments. 👇👇👇🙌🏾🙌🏾🫶🏿🫶🏿

Hey guys! I am so sorry I have been MIA. Dignified deliverance opened me up to allow the Holy Spirit to really expose and expel things and curses that I didn't even realize were still there. I really had to take time to process these revelations and I still find myself learning more and growing more. But I am BACK! And ready to keep fighting the good fight so that when the time comes, my father will look at me and know exactly who I am and welcome me into the kingdom. Yass Lord! So how is everyone doing??? What are we up and too and how can I pray for you today (as my mentor Kelly would always say to me).

Big eye opener. The body, soul, and spirit. Its it amazing how God works in 3s! I learned the importance of taking care of all three through Christ. Keeping my house clean of negative thoughts and feeling while allowing a positive atmosphere for the spirit to dwell. Okay now the side effects. After experiencing these amazing lessons, I was now battling more intrusive thoughts that kept questioning me and my purpose. Was i good enough? Was I doing the right things? Am I strong enough? The sleepless nights and even worse dreams. It was well...crazy! Prayer helped, reading my Bible filled me with the energy I lost from less sleep. But I still question, why? How do I discern what messages and questions are from the Holy Spirit that answers will lead me closer to the Lord and what messages or questions are ridiculous and should be ignored? When to rebuke and when to seek the Lord? Anyone else feeling this way? What have you experience? Any answers for my questions?

Ephesians 3:14-21 NIV For this reason I kneel before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.

The Lord is showing me so much. It's my time to be still and listen. In the end, my peace will be restored. Psalms 9:1 NLT I will praise you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all the marvelous things you have done.