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| Oct 09, 2008 4:05 pm |
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Brandon Bracey's Seed Devotion: Testimonies. |
Brandon Bracey
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Seed Devotion: Testimonies
Scripture NKJV Revelation 12:11," And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death."
A couple of days ago there was a message in a bottle found on the island of Middle Cairos. 35 years ago an 11 year old boy wrote a message with his name and address on it and dropped it overboard off a ship that he and his family were on. They were sailing on the maiden voyage of the 25,000 ton Vistajford. This was a family vacation trip to the Southern Caribbean from New York. The amazing thing was that this message was found and delivered to the 11 year old boy who is now a 46 year old man! He could not believe that the message survived in the bottle for so long after soooooo many years! Even more amazing was how his sister started to recall how much she enjoyed the trip many years ago. That message in a bottle became a reminder of how wonderful their trip had been when they were kids.
This wonderful story reminded me of our testimonies. A testimony is simply evidence given by a witness. If you keep a journal you can look back and see all the times God was with you when you went through a trial. Then if you look at your journal through the years, you can see how your testimonies have been stored up and preserved to be shared at the right time.
I know gas prices are high and you can hardly afford to put gas in your car, but do you remember when you did not even have a car and God blessed you financially with being able to get your first one?
I know your son is 26 and getting his life together while working at McDonald's, but you recall when he was strung out on drugs and your family pitched in to get him to rehab? Do you remember how that saved his life? I know he is not where you want him to be yet, but do you remember where he used to be?
I know you can't stand your boss and your job is boring, but at least you have a job. Can I be real today?
See, when we think about the goodness of Jesus and all that he has done for us... when we look back over our lives and see the testimonies God has blessed us with.... when we think about how God's hand was on us through every trial... we have so much to be thankful for! Then we got to go out and share it with someone else who needs to hear it!
I remember when I was just starting in Ministry and I did not know what the heck I was doing! All I knew is I wanted to do something for God online. So I founded Brandon Bracey Ministries! There were a lot of bumps in the road. People left the Ministry, there was chaos at times, and I was so wet behind the ears that I did not know exactly how to handle everything that was new to me. But God said as long as you remain faithful.... now I feel like shouting.... as long as you remain faithful I am going to take you from glory to glory and your testimony will be so wonderful that people will know it had to be God!
Let me tell you, never underestimate the power of your testimony. There is no testimony without a test. But once you pass that test there is a testimony. Here are some ways to effectively use your testimonies for God below:
1) Keep A Journal: Ok, now I am preaching to myself.lol. A journal is an effective way to recall God's hand in your life by being able to look back over how God has blessed you through the days, months, and years. I am so guilty of not being consistent with my journal, but I am about to get to it on a regular basis.
2) You Have A Sphere of Influence: Every one of us has a sphere of influence where we can be very influential and really pour into someone's life. Use it.
3) Share Your Testimony: One day you will have an opportunity to share your testimony. God's love is needed to be displayed to a lost and dying world. Also ,our own brothers and sisters in Christ need to be encouraged as well. Your testimony has the power to change a nation.
4) Be Thankful: Every blessing comes from God. Being thankful allows you to humbly see God's hand upon your life and makes you want to share this love that God has given you.
Just like the man received his message from 35 years ago that brought back memories, remember the wonderful things God has done for you. Then share them with the world. Amen!
Heavenly Father,
Thank you for every test I have passed and every storm you have brought me through. I realize I am living every moment because of you. Holy Spirit guide me to those whom I can share my testimony that you will glorified Lord, in Jesus name, Amen.
If you would like to make Jesus Lord of your life please pray this prayer:
" Heavenly Father, I repent of my sins and ask you Jesus to come into my heart. Wash me clean and give me a new life. Thank you Lord for saving me, Amen." If you have just prayed this prayer congratulations! You are now saved and apart of the Family of God! The next step is to get into a good bible based church where the Word of God is proclaimed! Please email me at : brandon_bracey00@yahoo.com so I can assist you in your new beginning!
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