Joyce Meyer Daily Devotional 15 May 2024, Wednesday Message
TOPIC: Know Your Strengths
That is why I would remind you to stir up (rekindle the embers of, fan the flame of, and keep burning) the [gracious] gift of God, [the inner fire] that is in you…. 2 Timothy 1:6 (AMPC)
An important thing in gaining confidence is that you must absolutely know your strengths. What are you good at? Do you even know? Have you seriously thought about it or have you been so busy thinking about what you are not good at that you have not even noticed your abilities? Remember, God does not make junk. After God created the entire world and Adam and Eve, He looked at all of it and said, “It is very good!”
Make a list of what you are good at and read it out loud to yourself at least three times a day until you gain confidence in your abilities. Thinking about what you’re good at is not conceited; it is preparation to do your job with confidence. I know that anything I am good at is because God has gifted me in that area, and I thank Him all the time for the abilities He has equipped me with.
Make positive affirmations to yourself every day about your qualities. Jesus came to take care of what you could not do, so let Him do His job and thank Him for it.
Prayer of the Day: Lord, thank You for my relationship with You. I’m excited that I can hear Your voice, receive Your love, and trust You to do what is best for me. I am excited to go deeper in my walk with You.
Joyce Meyer is one of the world’s leading practical Bible teachers. She is a New York Times bestselling author, and her books have helped millions of people find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ. Through Joyce Meyer Ministries, she teaches on a number of topics with a particular focus on how the Word of God applies to our everyday lives. Her candid communication style allows her to share openly and practically about her experiences, and helps others understand how to apply biblical principles to their own lives. Christ, amen.