Pastor Ray Patrick – Page 2

April 15, 2019April 15, 2019

God Wants to Take You to the Next Level

God wants to take you to the next level in every area of your life! He wants you to rise higher in Him. He wants you to know Him more, so He can reveal His glory through you. He wants you to be blessed so that you can be a blessing to others. He wants you to reach heights you never dreamed of.

Rising higher looks different for each of us. For you, it could be doing the impossible. It may be seeing your family restored. It may be healing in your body. It may be a promotion at work, or new friendships that you’ve desired. No matter what it is, know that God has your best in His heart. He desires to do exceedingly abundantly above and beyond what you could ask, think or imagine.

Today, know that God loves to do above and beyond and show Himself strong on your behalf. Meditate on that fact that God loves you and want you to be the best you can be. As you submit every area of your life to Him, He will cause you to rise up higher like on eagles wings. He will give you strength and take you to the next level in every area of your life.

“But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.”
(Isaiah 40:31, KJV)?

Pray With Me
Yahweh, I humbly come to You giving You every area of my mind, will and emotions. Father, I submit my desires to You knowing that Your ways are higher than mine. God, thank You for leading me and causing me to rise up to the next level in every area of life, in Jesus’ Name! Amen.

A special word from the Lord, from Pastor Ray Patrick

April 12, 2019April 12, 2019

A Message To The Pretender

I find it hard to deal with fake folk. Yes, I agree everyone has an outer life and an inner life. The outer life is our public life that people can see. The inner life is made up of our thoughts, attitudes and motives. Only you and God know what’s going on inside. Too many people go around today pretending and acting one way, yet on the inside they’re totally different. Their heart and their actions don’t line up.

A message to the pretender, understand God looks at the outside as well as the inside. We can fool a lot of people, but we can’t fool God. God would rather us be open and honest, than go through life pretending, wearing masks and being fake.

Today, please take inventory of what’s going on inside of you. Are you at peace? Are you overlooking offenses? Do you believe the best for people? Does your heart and actions line up? Does your religious spiritual exterior line up with your inner heart and mind? If not, submit your ways to the Lord and ask Him to give you an undivided heart. Live a life pleasing to Him, and walk in His blessing all the days of your life!

“Teach me Your way, LORD, that I may rely on Your faithfulness; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear Your Name.”
(Psalm 86:11, NIV)?

Pray With Me
Elohim, I humbly come before You today. Please search the deep places of my heart and remove anything unlike You. Yahweh, help me to stop pretending and to be real. Please show me if there is any area where I need to line up my inside and my outside. God, help me to be authentic in You today, in Jesus’ Name! Amen.

A special word from the Lord, from Pastor Ray Patrick

April 11, 2019April 11, 2019

In A Second God Can Turn It Around

All day yesterday while in Jordan there was evidence of God showing up. From the super extended stay for free at the hotel, to getting us to the airport with time to spare after leaving late. Then allowing the cases through when they were 5kg overweight. Then, when we land in Bahrain the hotel we reserved was higher in price, but after a silent prayer we managed to get a room almost £50 cheaper. Hallelujah!

All through the Bible, we have examples of how God suddenly showed Himself strong on behalf of His people. But sometimes when we’ve struggled for a long time, it’s easy to just give up. One of the enemy’s greatest lies is to tell you that nothing is ever going to change. He’ll tell you that you’re never going to get well, that your marriage isn’t going to work out, that you’re never going to break that addiction. But, I want to tell you, it doesn’t matter how long you’ve been in those circumstances, God can change things in an instant! In a split second of time, He can turn it all around. One touch of God’s power can heal your body. One touch of His favour can promote you. One touch of His goodness can solve that problem. Just one touch from Almighty God can instantly change your life.

Today, I encourage you to keep believing, keep standing and keep hoping. Don’t let the enemy drag your thoughts down, because God is working things out for your good. Your time is coming, and I declare that your breakthrough is going to happen suddenly–in an instant!

“”¦And in an instant, suddenly, you shall be visited and delivered by the Lord of hosts”¦”
(Isaiah 29:5-6, AMPC)

Pray With Me
Yahweh, I choose to trust that You are working things out for my good. Father, I choose to stand in faith, believing that my breakthrough is coming instantly. God, give me Your strength and peace as I patiently wait on You, in Jesus’ Name! Amen.

A special word from the Lord, from Pastor Ray Patrick.

April 10, 2019April 10, 2019

Stop Procrastinating

It’s so interesting how easy it is to procrastinate (put things off). We plan on doing something and we have good intentions, but we just keep on putting it off till later. We say, “one day, I’m going to start exercising. One day, I’m going to get my finances in order. One day, I’m going to forgive that person who hurt me.” The problem with this kind of thinking is that “one day” never comes. There will always be some reason to keep delaying it.

Right now, is there something in your heart that you know you need to do? Maybe God has been dealing with you on a particular issue, and you keep putting it off. You think, “as soon as I get through this busy season, then I’ll spend more time with my family. As soon as the price of gas goes down, then I’ll start tithing. As soon as my child gets out of diapers, then I’m going to get my family back in church. As soon as I stop doing bad stuff I’ll get baptised.”

Today, I want to remind us all, good intentions don’t equal obedience. Someone once said the road to destruction is paved with good intentions. The quicker you do what you feel down in your spirit, the happier you’re going to be. Don’t let unfinished business keep you from God’s best. Step out, obey His voice, and walk in the blessings He has for you!

“I made haste, and did not delay to keep Your commandments.”
(Psalm 119:60, NKJV)

Pray With Us
Yahweh, thank You for Your patience and grace towards me. Father, today I rebuke procrastination in my life. Search my heart, show me the way to go. Let my obedience overtake my good intentions. God, I choose to obey Your voice quickly, and honour You in all that I do, in Jesus’ Name! Amen.

A special word from the Lord, from Pastor Ray Patrick

March 27, 2019March 27, 2019

Aim For Righteous And Loyalty

In Uncertain Times Christ's Death and Resurrection Offer Comfort and Hope

It has been said that righteousness and loyalty go hand in hand. In other words, if we’re not being loyal to God then we aren’t going to experience God’s best. Loyal people are honourable people. When you’re loyal, you stick with someone through thick and thin. When you’re loyal, you keep your word to people even if you get a “better” offer.

Loyal people honour their parents and defend their family. Loyal people are respectful. When you’re loyal, you are a person of integrity. You build trust with others. Is this an area where you can rise higher? Are you faithful in the things you’re committed to? Can you be more loyal?

Today, don’t let the distractions of everyday life keep you from being dedicated to God, family and friends. Look for ways to show honour to those around you. Is there something you need to set aside for the sake of a loved one? Show love by staying loyal. As Scripture promises, when you pursue loyalty and righteousness, you will find the abundant life God has for you!

“He who pursues righteousness and loyalty finds life”¦”
(Proverbs 21:21, NASB)

Pray With Me
Yahweh, thank You for the promise of life in Your Word. Father, please show me any area where I can rise up higher by pursuing loyalty. Help me, by Your Spirit, to be more committed and supportive to those around me. God, let Your light shine through me, as I pursue righteousness and loyalty today, in Jesus’ Name! Amen.

A special word from the Lord, from Pastor Ray Patrick