Beloved,
The Bible says in 1 Chronicles 4:9-10, Jabez Prays’: “Oh, Lord, bless me indeed and expand my territory. Keep Your hand on me, and keep evil from me, that I may not cause pain!’ Jabez asks God for more. His current reality was not sufficient to what he knew God could do, therefore, he stepped out on faith asking God to broaden his territory. God granted his request because Jabez had remained devoutly faithful. It seems as though everywhere we look, we hear talk of loss and devastation. The news media has nothing but negative information and we are forced to reckon with the fact that the God we serve has the whole world in his hands even in the midst of a worldwide crisis. I know all the reports are telling you destruction is on the horizon, but today I challenge you to expect more from God. Allow God to amaze you and do more than you ever expected. All things are possible through Christ. Today, make the choice to step out on faith, expanding your expectations to receive more from God.
Bishop Autie R Hines II