A big THANK YOU to all my enemies...

And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.--Rom 8:28


Romans 8:28....my FAVORITE verse. This particular Scripture has gotten me through what has been the most difficult year of my Christian walk. It has truly been a "Bridge over trouble water" When the storm would rage and the waters would rise I would "walk" on this Truth. When the enemies would shout, and form weapons against me I would "stand" on this Promise.

I think of Joseph, a man who was so obviously anointed by God, and favored by his father. This anointing and favor was not received by everyone. As a matter of fact it ignited a wicked jealousy in his brothers. So much so that they plotted to kill him, but decided instead to sell him into slavery and tell his father that he was killed.

This seemingly devastating moment would soon be turned around. Joseph went from slave to 2nd in command of all of Egypt. He was blessed and prosperous, and would later be used to save his family; the very ones who tried to destroy him. Joseph was humbled by the fact that God's plan had played out so perfectly. He was overwhelmed at the outcome and overjoyed by the restoration.

Joseph's family turned into his enemies and God used their actions to try and destroy him to prosper and bless him; which ultimately saved them. Only God can create such a tapestry. I'm sure Joseph felt betrayed. The questions and emotions that he must have experienced during his season of slavery were probably heart wrenching. But in the end, as Joseph looked back, he thanked his "enemies".

Today if you experience a "brother" or a "sister" in Christ selling you out, or stabbing you in the back, think of Joseph. Don't become bitter, don't focus on the betrayal....Thank them! Somehow someway God is going to use their actions to bless and prosper you. He might even bring things full circle.

THANK YOU...to all those who have formed weapons against me. I appreciate your part in making God's glorious plan for my life come to pass. I look forward to the day when I can bless you. What the devil meant for evil God turns around for the good EVERY TIME!! So today I'm not lamenting about the actions of my enemies, but rejoicing! I'm not asking you to stop attacking me, I'm standing here smiling...keep it coming oh my enemy you're pushing me closer and closer to God's purpose, plan and blessing for my life!!!

Pastor Brandiilyne

No weapon formed against you shall prosper, And every tongue which rises against you in judgment You shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, And their righteousness is from Me,” Says the LORD.--Isa 54:17