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Day Seven: End Of Summer Fast And Detox
dymond phillips • Sep 23, 2020
Thank you for participating, I pray you took this seriously!
The fourth annual End Of Summer, fast and detox is now coming to an end. I'm so happy you decided to join me. I pray you remained disciplined thru this time. I know it was challenging, but the reward of clarity is worth it. I took this time to really silence out the noise to hear God. I wanted to remove my distractions to focus on him. I prayed for answers and growth. I meditated and heard my inner wants. So many times, with all the distractions of the world, it's hard to hear yourself. I focused on my wants and dreams. I even set some intentions for the fall. Plus, this fast and detox taught me that I'm a slave to nobody. When you set your mind on something, and you really stick to it, you get a feeling of completion, that comes from it. I hope this time helped you get clear about your goals for this new season.
There are four habits that you need to implement in order to receive this breakthrough and clarity in the new season. First habit was don't worry about anything. Second habit was pray about everything. Third habit was thank God for everything, in every situation. The fourth and final thing you need to do in order to receive this breakthrough is to, STAY FOCUS ON TRUE THINGS. Whatever breakthrough you need whether it is a financial breakthrough, relationship breakthrough, school breakthrough or even just a breakthrough with God, can come after you really get clear on these four steps. This is a mental change. You hear things everyday that hold you back that aren't true. The lies that hold you back that say you're not good enough, you'll never make it, you're ugly, etc. Don't feed your mind with that. Fill your mind with TRUE THINGS. Fill your mind with thoughts that are excellent and worthy of praise. What's true things? Not what you see on tv. Not what you hear on the radio. It's what is in the bible. It's the love of God. It's positive thoughts. Jesus said when you know the truth it'll set you free. To be set free means a breakthrough. You have to start reading your bibles!!! That's the only way to get his truth. Job 11:13-19 says
That's the reason why we fast and pray. That is the promise from God. Stretch out your hands in prayer, give up all secret sins, and you will be confident and fearless. I don't know about you, but I want to be fearless in this next season. In order to be fearless, you must get clear on God's promises. That scripture also says, your troubles will go away. You'll feel safe and secure and you'll sleep without fear. That's some good stuff. I have a tendency to worry and get anxious when it comes to the future. I now know, if I focus on God and give him all of me, he will order my steps. I don't want to be in the passenger seat anymore of my life, I gave God complete control, to do with my life as he will. When you rely solely on the promises of God, no matter what the circumstances are, you know, God will make a way. Here's my task for you, go thru the Bible and pick out three promises made from God. Write these promises in your notes and look over them at least once a week. By doing that, you will focus on pure things, rather than whatever problems come your way. My three promises are.....
1. "Oh, fear the Lord, you His saints! there is no want to those who fear Him. The young lions lack and suffer hunger; but those who seek the Lord shall not lack any good thing.”
2.“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you.”
3. "And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work."
For those of you who are detoxing too, I have a activity for you. So many times we go thru the motions. We have so many day one friends who may be the ones holding us back. Successful people have learned the art of editing their circle. Understand that sometimes the reason your blessings aren't coming is because of the company you keep. I should be able to look at your circle and it be a direct reflection of you. The people you associate with, should push and motivate you, as you should to them. Sometimes, time means nothing with a friendship. Any relationship, business, intimate or friendship, should be mutual exchange; Both parties should be getting something. Today I want you to look at your friendships, and call lists. Let's detox those contacts, social media friends, real life friends, and anybody in your bubble. If you aren't getting anything out of the friendship, cut it off. I detox my social media regularly. I block and delete any negativity or anything that doesn't motivate me. I recently unfollowed the Shaderoom, and I love it. I wanted a drama free life and that starts with what I digest. Remember, you are in control of the people you let in your bubble. Learn to protect your peace. Watch how positive your world becomes after you block negativity.
You did it. Pat yourself on the back. I pray you take some of these new habits into the new chapter of your life. The only thing we can control during this chaotic world, is our focus. The voices of the world are so noisy, God is found in the stillness. New vision and understanding comes from stillness. This is a season of harvest. There's so many things found when you sit with God. There's attacks on our focus, energy and spirit every single day. Our peace is found when we fast and detox. Stop letting things steal your focus.
