We can do everything right by praying, serving, and giving, but still not produce God’s visible fruit in our lives. We can wonder why is it that others are walking in God’s favor and are experiencing victory and not us. The answer is found in God’s Word.
“And that which fell among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go forth, and are choked with cares and riches and pleasures of this life, and bring no fruit to perfection.” Luke 8:14
“Now he who received seed among the thorns is he who hears the word, and the cares of this world and the deceitfulness of riches choke the word, and he becomes unfruitful” Matthew 13:22, NKJV.
“Now these are the ones sown among thorns; they are the ones who hear the word, and the cares of this world, the deceitfulness of riches, and the desires for other things entering in choke the word, and it becomes unfruitful” Mark 4:18-19, NKJV.
The word “choke” in these verses means to strangle completely, to literally drown, and to crowd (as to suffocate).
Every Word that you have received from the Lord, He desires that it comes to pass in your life. Do not let His Word be choked by your cares. Let it produce fruit. Don’t give ear to the voice of fear, doubt, and unbelief. The enemy is after the seed of God’s Word. Don’t let him steal it. Keep God’s Word before your eyes. Understand that God is your exceeding great reward. As long as you have Him, you have everything you need. Trust Him by placing your entire well-being into His hands. It is His desire to prosper you and give you His kingdom. It is His desire that you set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. Know that He is pulling the plug on the enemy’s entire operation in your life. No longer will fear and worry run your life. He is setting up an operation of His Spirit in your heart and mind. He is building your faith and your confidence in Him. You will go forth! You will bear fruit! You will walk in His promises! You will see victory, after victory, after victory in your life! Your faith will not be based upon your circumstances. Your faith will be based on God’s promises and His immense love for you!
Prayer: Yes, Lord. I receive your Word in my heart. Forgive me for doubting you, and for being full of worry and cares. I should know by now that you care about every detail of my life. I should know better than to doubt you. Teach me how to place my entire well-being into your hands. Thank you for being so good and merciful. Help me be patient and trust you like I never have before while you bring your promises to pass. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
(Read Colossians 3:2)
Amen hallelujah!
Thank you dear dot k for this devotion thank you for your prayers. May the Lord forgive me for every time i let the cares of this world choke my faith. My heart knows my Savior loves me so what should i fear. My Father who had taken what the enemy wants to destroy and turned it for good. Glory to the Father Son and the Holy Spirit
You know this blessed devotion was later than usual this morning. But not feeling well I have been just sitting here with Jesus for a couple of hours….thank you for this good word…keeping my heart stayed on my Lord not on my cares. β‘
Praise the Lord, Thank you God for this word, Thank you the enemy plug has been pulled ππππ Thank you for all of what you’re going to do, Thank You i will bear fruit and walk in your promises and keep going forward In the Name of Jesus. In Jesus Name Amen ππππ
Thank you God for your words. I’m with you all the way I trusted you God forever Thank you God
Hallelujah praise the living God….. this is just for me and I say thank You Father !!! for Your favor that has located…And thank you ma’am for your availability I love you so much ma’am and all your team……… πππππππππππππππππ
hallelujah βπππ I LOVE and TRUST YOU JESUS everyday and I’m excited about finding the answers I need in this Life in YOUR WORD aloneβππππ
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Arise each morning being soooo eagar to be in the presence of God. My heart desire is more wisdom in God.
I’M believing and trusting God. I thank you for pouring the
word of God for sisters, as Angela
This describes exactly where I am right now. I’ve never gotten past this part in my walk. Lord hear my prayers.
This is my Word! Thank you heavenly Father. ……
Thank you Jesus for the Word!!!! It is my Word!
Thank you for this word. I was loosing hope. The enemy was relentless in his attack. I lost faith that God performs His Word.
Thanks be to God Almighty for the things He has done. Jesus I trust in you. Amen.