DEAR ABBA

 Dear Abba,      It is woefully apparent that many people declare, "The Most High is doing a new thing." Yet, the same individuals are closed off to change. They cling to the familiar when change requires letting go of one thing to receive something else. The mouth, mind, and heart must be aligned for change to unfold. Intrinsic division will obstruct advancement. Each of us has faced the future with either enthusiasm to proceed or the intimidation that causes delay. This year, I hope we can all renounce a fear of failure, doubts about the results, and lack of faith.      Whatever risks we have to take for the new thing in front of us, let's do it! Hesitation interferes with change. It makes one second-guess the decision to embrace anything new the Ruach blows into our lives. We need to receive change to remain aligned with the flow of the oil of the anointing. Otherwise, we fall behind or miss opportunities for more and overflow. "The miracle oil of G...

Dear Abba,      As we continue in the decade of the mouth ( Pey ), speech, expression, and the power of words. We can not go silent. Our words are meant to create, announce, warn, speak life, decree, proclaim, pray, praise, worship, exhortation, confess belief, and repentance for missing the mark. Believers are truth tellers. Revelatory truth and illumination of scripture are spoken from the mouth of believers. Assigned and designated voices must consecrate themselves, deny themselves, and obey Yah's unction to speak in timing and season.      Those among us who complain about not hearing The Most High speak to them must begin the habit of speaking to Him in prayer. Sit with the Holy Bible, reading the scriptures, and ask questions about what you read and for clarity and understanding. Ask for and receive wisdom to apply to your life what you now know.       There are strategies necessary to enable us to see, hear, discern, and remember....

Dear Abba,      The Venezuela situation took me by surprise; despite knowing America is an oil glutton and Venezuela has plenty of it! The alleged tyranny and corruption of the Venezuelan President and administration are reminiscent of that of Saddam Hussein. Granted, I am aware of the drug issues and the migration of many individuals and families from Venezuela to America and various places.  Arresting President  Muduro and Mrs. Munduro caught me off guard. President Trump and his leaders planned and executed the mission like a movie!  They managed to pull this off without involving the relevant channels, including Congress. What's Going on?!  Should that be a concern to us, given that we are a Republic with a democratic system?       Recent events and more to come punctuate the word of the Lord from March 2024... 'A Shaking and A Shaping.' I take comfort in knowing that the Prophets in the Lord's church have made the White House ...

 Dear Abba,      Sometimes we must choose between a reason and an excuse. For instance, one reason for being late to a meeting can be inclement weather. An excuse for being late is forgetting to set an alarm. One is legitimate, and the other is careless. Life does not happen by chance. We must engage. We cannot settle on the perspective that Abba Yah is in control. We have control of more outcomes than we care to admit. We can ask ourselves: How vested are we in purpose and destiny?  What sacrifices are we willing to make?  Are we willing to put in the work?        If we are going to finish this fight of faith, then we must vow not to settle for part of the way.  A finished work occurs intrinsically. Afterwards, we see what was happening underneath. You can keep going if you don't quit. Why settle now when you have come this far? Many of us are on the brink of something sudden. Ruach is with us; however, He cannot do our part. Don't...

 Dear Abba ,      There is no path given to the believer to circumvent pain. There is one path through pain, grief, hardship, disappointment, and challenging circumstances. The path is named Through Street . It is inevitable for us to take hits to our emotions, mind, body, and relationships. Even attempts on our lives are included. We have one guarantee. The Most High is faithful through it all. We must learn to lean into His care and faithfulness toward us. Yes, we are troubled and stretched along the journey. However, our faith grows like a burgeoning muscle when we are intentional during the preparation and self-evaluation process. Since we need to reclaim our strength, the Bride of Christ needs to have purity, double oil, more power, and greater focus!      We receive the benefits of learning to trust in the ways and timing of The Most High. He will never betray our Emunah in Him. 5785/2025 has been tough for many. Some have marked the last ten ye...

  Dear Abba,      In my time of reflection, I love to recall the goodness of the Lord. Every believer should remind themselves of the 'nobody but Abba Yah' moments. Testimonies allow our minds and hearts to hold onto Abba's love for us and the goodness He displays. They are proof of the answers to our prayers. Churches need to find creative ways to allow time for testimonies during services and or Bible Study. We need documented evidence for healings, miracles, and divine intervention. Many new believers need encouragement for their faith journey. Testimonies provide the boost and overcoming power to provoke faith, trust, and belief that we are covered by The Most High. Despite the chaos all around us, there is goodness happening everywhere. Despite the rise in evil works, divine intervention is present for individuals and families. Believers should pray with confidence in knowing we are covered.       I read a book several months ago, and the ...