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What's Waiting for You in a Selah Moment
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It’s about giving the Lord space, because He can use that time… even those simple questions… to minister to you personally.

Lord thank You for being with me. Here I am. Talk to Him about what's on your heart today.
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Have I been rushing through life & missing that personal time of communion with You?

Lord what are some of the deep things in my heart I need to talk to You about?

What are You reminding me of today Lord, that I need to hear again?

Pour out all that is troubling you to Jesus tell Him everything.

How To Be Led By The Holy Spirit
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John 4:4 NKJV

But He needed to go through Samaria.

John 4:7 NKJV

7 A woman of Samaria came to draw water. Jesus said to her, “Give Me a drink.”

Psalm 3:4 NKJV

4 I cried to the Lord with my voice,
And He heard me from His holy hill. Selah

Proverbs 20:5 NKJV

Counsel in the heart of man is like deep water,
But a man of understanding will draw it out.
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God Wants You Well
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Proverbs 13:20
He who walks with wise men will be wise.

How to Be 10/10 Every Day
Let’s begin today by looking at this powerful verse in Ecclesiastes 10:10 together:
“If the ax is dull, and one does not sharpen the edge, then he must use more strength; but wisdom brings success.”
We live in a world where we’re constantly rated, scored, and measured. People are constantly chasing after the perfect life—the “10 out of 10” in their careers, relationships, and personal success.
But more than just achievement, I think what we’re really after is this: We all want to have that edge. To be sharp in our thinking, excellent in what we do, and wise in our choices.
We want to see clearly, know what to do, and quickly understand the heart of a matter.
And you know what? That desire is not wrong. But the truth is, many people are going through life swinging a blunt ax.
They’re trying harder, working longer hours, giving it everything they’ve got… but it still feels just like the verse says—like cutting wood with a dull ax.
That’s why I believe Ecclesiastes 10:10 is such a powerful picture and key for us.
The verse tells us it’s wisdom that brings success. Not more hustling. Not more stress. Not working ourselves to the bone. It’s wisdom.
And where does wisdom come from? From the Word of God.
The Word is what sharpens your edge.
I’ve seen this time and time again in my own life. Whether I’m navigating decisions, pastoring people, handling tricky situations, or just being there for my family, it’s the Word that imparts the wisdom I need.
It gives me clarity. It steadies my heart. It points me back to our Lord Jesus.
It equips me for the situation at hand and even helps me foresee any roadblocks in the journey ahead.
So, here’s the encouragement I want to leave with you today: Take time to sharpen your edge.
Don’t wait till you’re weary or worn out. Start now.
Open your Bible. Listen to the preached Word. Meditate on Scripture.
Let our Lord Jesus speak to you personally through the pages.
Even one verse a day can begin to shift how you see and live, especially when you let the Lord speak through it.
You don’t have to chase being a “10” in the eyes of the world. The wisdom the Lord gives is far greater than what the world can offer.
Think about it.
Solomon, the wisest man to ever live apart from our Lord Jesus, was pursued by kings and rulers so they could hear the wisdom God gave him (1 Kings 4:34). And it was this same man who recorded that godly wisdom brings success.
So, if you want to experience the good success described in Ecclesiastes 10:10, don’t just keep swinging harder.
Sharpen your ax.
You’ll find yourself cutting through the noise and pressures of life, not with more human effort, but with a grace and wisdom that only the Lord can give.

Take Time to Be with Your Good Shepherd

Let me ask you something today: when was the last time you truly sat with your Shepherd?
Not rushing in and out, not fitting Him in between meetings and messages. But staying long enough to be cared for by Him.
Our Lord Jesus said, “My sheep hear My voice.”
That tells us something very precious. Your Shepherd is always speaking. He hasn’t stopped. He hasn’t gone quiet.
But if we are constantly hurried, constantly moving from one thing to the next, how do we hear what He is saying?
Psalm 23 gives us such a tender picture of how our Good Shepherd leads us.
“He leads me beside the still waters.”
“He makes me lie down in green pastures.”
In stillness, in quietness. That’s how He leads His sheep. That’s where His voice becomes clear.
Remember Elijah? The Lord was not in the fire, not in the earthquake, not in the whirlwind. Instead, He was in the still, quiet voice.
That’s right. The Lord’s voice is not on the frequency of hurry or noise. It is on the frequency of stillness. And that’s why it matters so much that we cultivate time to be still before Him.
Let me ask you honestly…
Are you too busy to sit? Has prayer become mostly one-way, where you’re rushing in with your requests and rushing out again?
You could be sitting in a pasture with green all around you and still be hungry if you never took time to graze and to feed. You could be right beside brooks of living waters and still feel parched if you never pause long enough to drink.
And that’s why I want to share this one simple encouragement with you today: schedule stillness.
You need time to be shepherded by the Lord. Time to wait before Him, time to sit with Him, time to listen to what He is saying to you personally.
Sometimes people tell me, “Pastor, I feel dry.”
“I’m not growing spiritually.”
“I came to church, but I didn’t receive anything.”
“I don’t feel like I have anyone guiding me.”
“My leader has no time for me…”
Now, there is a place for receiving from our leaders, or from other believers in the body of Christ.
But today, I want to point you to something that may seem so obvious, yet is so easily missed: You need to take time to be with your Good Shepherd so He can care for you… guide you… and feed you.
You have His anointed Word before you and access to good teaching. But have you taken the time to let Him personally tend to you?
If we don’t intentionally make room for that time with the Lord, it usually gets crowded out. So often, when our calendars fill up, time with Him is the first thing that gets compromised.
So mark it down. Put it in your calendar. Take time in your week to read His Word unhurriedly. Take a long walk and talk with the Lord.
And I want to leave you with this beautiful picture from the same psalm: “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.”
Did you catch that?
Whatever you’re walking through right now, your Good Shepherd has already prepared what you need.
Not quick bites, not something on the run. But a table, a feast. And a feast requires time.
So today, don’t rush off. Sit with Him, feed on His faithfulness. And let this simple invitation stay with you: schedule stillness.

His Favor Makes All the Difference
Thank you for joining me this morning.
I want to ask you this: Have you ever felt the pressure to “measure up”? Maybe it’s in your studies, your career, or even your children’s future. There’s this voice that whispers, “If I don’t keep pushing, I’ll fall behind. Someone else will get ahead.”
I know how real that pressure can feel. Maybe you’re a student, burning the midnight oil, trying to stand out in a sea of competition. Or maybe you’re working long hours in a job that feels more uncertain by the day, fighting for your place, worried about being replaced.
But let me remind you of a truth that I pray will bring peace to your heart: You are in this world, but you are not of this world.
That means you don’t have to strive like the world. It’s not the best grades, the longest hours, or the most polished résumé that determine your future.
It’s the favor of the Lord.
You could work tirelessly for years just to reach a certain milestone. And of course, giving your best and persevering through challenges are important. But with one stroke of His favor, doors can open. He can cause you to be at the right place at the right time.
And when His blessings are upon you and on all that your hands touch, you can have supernatural results that exceed your natural abilities and experience.
That’s what our Lord Jesus meant when He said in Matthew 6:33, “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.”
He didn’t say you have to earn them. He said they would be added as you keep your eyes on Him. When you seek the Lord first, His favor and every other blessing come running after you.
Now, let me be clear. This doesn’t mean we sit back, fold our arms, and do nothing. The Lord has given us gifts, talents, and assignments. He blesses the work of our hands. So yes, we show up. We stay faithful. We cultivate an excellent and diligent spirit that glorifies the Lord.
But here’s the difference: We work from a place of rest, knowing that His favor is what truly sets us apart. We don’t work from fear. We don’t compare or compete.
So instead of chasing after results, can I encourage you to chase after the One who holds all results in His hands?
Pursue the Giver of favor, not just the favor. The Healer, not just the healing. The Provider, not just the provision.
In all your pursuits, learn to pursue Him first. When you have our Lord Jesus, you have everything!

Don’t Just Read the Word—Let the Word Read You
How are you reading the Word today?
Is it something you’re ticking off a list as part of your quiet time routine? Or do you take time to slow down… to linger a little… and allow the Word to speak to your heart?
Because the Bible is unlike any other book. It’s not just ink on paper. 
It’s living. It’s active. It contains God’s very own words, which carry His very life and breath. 
And here’s something I want you to see today: As you’re reading the Word… the Word is also reading you.
Hebrews 4:12 says:
“For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit… and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.”
You see, the Word of God is living. 
Like a person, it is present with you. It sees you. It speaks to you. It reads you. 
In fact, Jesus Himself is called the Living Word (John 1:1, 14). 
So, when you open your Bible, you’re not just reading and simply accumulating knowledge. You’re encountering a Person—His love, His voice, and His thoughts toward you.
The Word is also a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. To discern means to separate… to split… to make a distinction between things. 
As you read, the Word helps you discern between what is truly the Lord’s leading, and what might just be your own fleshly desire or emotion; what is of our own will, and what is the Lord’s will for us.
Now isn’t that something we all long to grow in? To be sharper, clearer, and more attuned to His leading?
And you’ve probably experienced it. You’re reading something familiar—say, “Fear not, for I am with you” (Isa. 41:10)—and suddenly, the verse “hits” right in your spirit. You hadn’t even noticed how anxious or heavy your heart was… until the Word spoke peace into it. 
That’s the Word reading you, discerning you.
Or you read, “Love is not easily provoked” (1 Cor 13:5), and in that moment, the Holy Spirit brings to mind a sharp word you spoke earlier. Gently, through the Word, He’s correcting you, not condemning you. He’s calling you higher in love.
Maybe you’ve been feeling burnt out in your work or ministry, and you come across the scripture, “Come to Me… and I will give you rest” (Matt. 11:28). And suddenly, the Holy Spirit reveals where you’ve been depending on your own strength and how He is gently drawing you back to His grace.
This is one of the beautiful ways the Lord speaks to us. 
Through His living Word, He can show you:
“That thought isn’t from Me.”
“This desire—it’s Me leading you.”
“Wait here.”
“Take that step.”
“Let this go.”
“Trust Me with that.”
The Lord uses His Word to bring heaven’s wisdom into your everyday life.
So, don’t rush through it today. Slow down. Invite the Holy Spirit to breathe on the page and the verses you are reading. Ask Him, “What are You saying to me here?”
Let the Word read you. Let it go deep beneath the surface, beyond the noise. 
Let it bring to light what needs to be brought to the Lord, so He can wash you with His love and lead you forward with His wisdom and peace.

More Will Be Given
There was a time I read the Lord’s words in Luke 8:18 and felt puzzled.
He said, “Whoever has, to him more will be given; and whoever does not have, even what he seems to have will be taken from him.”
At first glance, it sounded harsh, almost unfair. But when the Lord opened my eyes, I began to see that the Lord was actually revealing something about how faith operates.
He’s not talking about material possessions here. He’s talking about our posture, about how we receive what He has already purchased for us through the finished work of the cross.
In the natural, people believe they have something only when they can see it or touch it. But in the kingdom of God, faith perceives the invisible as reality.
Faith is not pretending something is true. Faith is agreeing with what God says is already true, even before you see it.
That’s what our Lord meant when He said, “To him who has, more will be given.”
When you say, “I have peace,” not because you feel calm but because our Lord Jesus has given you His peace, more peace begins to fill your heart.
When you say, “I have healing,” not because your symptoms are gone but because Christ bore your sickness at the cross, more of His healing power is released.
When you say, “I am righteous,” not because your behavior has been flawless but because of His finished work, you begin to walk in the power of His righteousness.
Faith is not about ignoring reality but choosing to align with a greater truth. It allows you to look at the symptoms yet confess healing, to see challenges yet declare provision, and say, “I have peace in Christ” even when you’re fearful.
Now, listen closely to this. Faith works with wisdom.
Taking medicine, seeing doctors, undergoing treatments… that’s not a contradiction to faith. Many times, it’s a part of how God brings healing into our lives.
So when you take your medication, take it with faith. When you see your doctor, go with the confidence that our Lord Jesus is your healer and His wisdom is guiding your care.
We honor the Lord when we receive both the spiritual and the practical with thankfulness.
This is not about faking it. It’s about aligning your heart and words with heaven’s perspective. You are not trying to become blessed. You are not hoping to be righteous. You are not waiting to be healed. In Christ, you already are.
It is important you recognize that believers can speak in faith because we have a scriptural foundation based on the finished work of Christ at Calvary.
Faith has a foundation in Christ, and it is not the same as those who practice speaking positively!
The more you see our Lord Jesus in the Word, the more you believe it and the more you speak it. And the more you speak it, the more you begin to see your breakthrough.
So don’t wait for the perfect circumstances to declare the truth.
Say, “I have the mind of Christ.”
Say, “I have joy today.”
Say, “I have peace that surpasses understanding.”
Our heavenly Father is inviting you to receive what is already yours in Christ.

Your Weapon in Times of Crisis

When a crisis hits, the first question we all ask is, “What do I do now?”
Today, I want to share with you that one of the most powerful postures of faith in a crisis is simply this: to surrender to the Lord and worship Him.
Surrendering to the Lord is simply a humble acknowledgment that while we don’t know what to do in the midst of a raging storm, our eyes are fixed upon Him.
That’s what happened in 2 Chronicles 20.
With three armies gathered against him, King Jehoshaphat feared greatly. He looked at the opposition, and it was overwhelming. Yet his response was one of humility and surrender unto the Lord.
He didn’t first assemble the military strategists or call for a war council… he didn’t even pretend he had it under control… he gathered all the people to seek the Lord.
When crisis hits, seek the Lord! That’s what Jehoshaphat did that day.
Picture this with me: The king and every family in the nation, with their little ones in tow, gathered before the temple of the Lord’s presence.
And out of that place of deep vulnerability, Jehoshaphat cried out to the Lord in surrender: “We don’t know what to do, but our eyes are on You.”
And I love what happens next.
The Lord didn’t leave them in silence. Scripture tells us that the Spirit of the Lord came upon the prophet Jahaziel, and he began to prophesy: “Do not be afraid… the battle is not yours, but God’s.”
In other words, “I, the Lord of Hosts, have got this…”
And the next day, in one of the greatest acts of dependence and trust, Jehoshaphat prepared the army not with his best warriors at the front… but instead, he sent the worshipers, the psalmists, and the musicians to sing praises to the goodness and faithfulness of the Lord.
And then the Bible says something that still stirs my heart: “when they began to sing... the LORD set ambushes against the enemy” (2 Chron. 20:22).
I love how it says, “when they began to sing… the LORD set ambushes.” Not before they sang, but as they sang.
That means while their praises were lifted up, something was happening in the spirit realm… Angels were deployed, and the Spirit of God was moving and orchestrating their deliverance from their enemies.
The Bible tells us that the enemy’s camp was in such chaos and confusion that they began to fight against each other, killing themselves, all without God’s people lifting a finger.
Oftentimes, when faced with a crisis, our natural instinct might be to panic, to rush, to control, or to start fixing things in our own might. And that’s precisely what the enemy wants. He wants us anxious, striving, and completely worn down.
Instead of remaining in fear and anxiety, can I encourage you to just come before the Lord and worship Him today? Trust that He is going ahead of you and defeating your enemies as you begin to sing and praise His wonderful name.
I want you to catch this today:
Your praise is a standard against the enemy.
Your melody is a weapon.
Your hallelujah is your declaration of victory.
Your worship isn’t “empty” or made up of vain words. It’s you magnifying a greater reality than any challenge that is before you.
It’s you laying hold of the Lord Himself, the One who fights for you and wins.
Whatever the “army” coming against you today—a family situation you can’t fix, pressure at work that keeps piling up, a health crisis, or those thoughts that show up late at night, trying to convince you that the worst is coming—can I encourage you to do what Jehoshaphat did?
Bring that situation before the Lord. Put on a worship song… invite His presence into the room right where you are today.
Lift your hands and tell Him, “Lord, I don’t know what to do, but my eyes are on You.” And then worship. Don’t rush, just linger in that anointing that breaks every yoke and lifts every burden.
There’s nothing more powerful you can do than to seek the Lord.

In that place of worship, you’re letting the Lord place into your hands what our Lord Jesus has already secured at the cross—peace for your mind, wisdom for your next step, and a confidence that He’s working even when you can’t see it yet.

Heart Too Big for Small Things

We live in a world that’s constantly chasing after more.
Everywhere you turn, there’s this pressure to achieve, to accumulate, to get ahead.
The idea is that if you can just have a bit more success, more recognition, more things, you’ll finally feel secure, settled, and fulfilled.
And on top of that, we’re bombarded every day by ads—on our phones, our feeds, our screens—telling us what we need to wear, drive, or upgrade to.
The message may be subtle, but it’s relentless: “You’re not quite there yet. But if you just had this one more thing…”
And without even realizing it, our hearts begin to believe that a good life is defined by how much we have.
The neighborhood we live in. The car we drive. The bag we carry. The clothes we wear.
But is that really the measure of life?
In Luke 12, the Lord was speaking to a crowd, and someone asked Him a very down-to-earth, practical question. And He gave this profound answer:
“For one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.”
That’s clear, isn’t it?
Life isn’t found in what we accumulate. It’s not found in the kind of lifestyle we lead or the things we own.
Then where is it found?
I love how David puts it in Psalm 4:7.
“You have put gladness in my heart, more than in the season that their grain and wine increased.”
In other words, “Lord, what You’ve given me—Your joy, Your presence, Your love—has filled me far more than any material increase ever could.”
That’s true fulfillment. That’s lasting joy.
Because the truth is, your heart is too big to be filled by small things.
It wasn’t created to be satisfied by earthly things. It was created for something greater… Someone greater.
So, let me ask you today… Has your heart been caught up in the pursuit of more?
Have you been waiting for the next thing—that promotion, that breakthrough—to finally make you feel settled?
If so, you’re not alone. But the Lord loves you too much to let you keep running after what can’t truly satisfy. Today, He’s gently inviting you to center your heart. Not on possessions, but on Him.
And I want you to hear His words to you from Matthew 6:25–26.
“Do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink; nor about your body, what you will put on… Look at the birds of the air… your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?”
The Lord sees you. He knows every practical need on your heart. He’s not distant or indifferent. In fact, He’s already gone ahead of you to provide.
But He doesn’t want those things to define your life. He wants Himself to be your portion. Your source. Your joy.
Because when you have Jesus… you truly have everything.
He is the One who satisfies your soul, and He fills you with gladness that the world can’t give, and can never take away.
And yes, He’ll take care of all the rest.

Put the Enemy’s Mind Games to Rest
Have you noticed how the battles you face so often begin first in your thoughts?
It’s those little whispers:
“I failed again.”
“I’ll never measure up.”
“It’s my fault… I let everyone down.”
That’s how the enemy operates. He plants thoughts in your mind so subtly that they sound like your own.
Not “You are lousy,” but “I’m so lousy.”
Not “Nobody loves you,” but “How can anyone love me?”
He dresses up those lies in your voice so you don’t question them. And because they come in the first person, you accept them as your own.
But the truth is, many times it’s not even you. It’s the enemy. He knows that if he can cloud your mind with thoughts of condemnation, he can keep you from walking in the good plans the Lord has for your life.
We see this in the vision the prophet Zechariah received. God’s people had returned from their captivity in Babylon and were trying to rebuild the temple. But the work had stalled for many years.
In the natural, it seemed like opposition was the problem. But Zechariah 3 shows us that the delay also had to do with what was happening in the spiritual. In Zechariah’s vision, Joshua the high priest stood before the Lord, clothed in filthy garments, while Satan stood at his right hand, accusing him.
This is a picture of how condemnation works.
From Joshua’s story, we see how the spiritual root of condemnation can hinder the Lord’s purpose in our lives. Condemnation doesn’t just weigh us down. It brings everything to a grinding stop and keeps us from moving forward in what the Lord has called us to.
Perhaps you’ve experienced this yourself.
Maybe you’ve been wanting to step up and serve in church, but then a thought comes: “Who are you to do that, after the mistakes you’ve made?”
Or you’ve been praying for your family, but a thought rises up: “You don’t even have your own life together, what difference can your prayers make?”
Or maybe you’ve carried a dream in your heart for years, but each time you try to move forward, the guilt of the past plays on repeat, and you pull back.
That’s what condemnation does. It paralyzes you. It makes you second-guess yourself. It keeps you from the very things God has prepared for you.
But the Lord didn’t leave Joshua in that place. He commanded that the filthy garments be removed. Then Zechariah, caught up in the vision, cried out, “Let them put a clean turban on his head!”
You see, the turban represents your thought life. That’s where the real battle takes place, where the enemy hurls his accusations.
So what’s the solution? Exchange the filthy turban for a clean one.
Many people try to overcome negative thoughts through sheer willpower, by telling themselves, “Don’t think about it, don’t think about it.”
But that’s not how the mind works.
I like to put it this way: It takes a thought to heal a thought. Just as light always drives out darkness, God’s thoughts are always greater than the enemy’s thoughts.
“But Pastor Prince, what does that practically look like?”
Let me show you.
When the thought “I’m such a disappointment” comes, don’t just push it away. Replace it with the truth: “I am the righteousness of God in Christ” (2 Cor. 5:21).
When the thought “I’m never going to be good enough; everyone else is ahead of me” arises, respond with God’s Word: “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not lack” (Ps. 23:1).
Whenever an accusing thought comes, declare with confidence: “If God is for me, who can be against me?” (Rom. 8:31).
That’s the key to victory. Don’t try to empty your mind of negative thoughts; fill it with God’s thoughts! Meditate on His promises. Let His Word fill your heart until His thoughts begin to replace every lie from the enemy.
Something powerful happens when you let the Lord renew your mind.
After Joshua received a clean turban and was freed from condemnation, the favor of God began to flow again. The rebuilding of the temple resumed. And in the book of Ezra, we see how even those who were opposed to the rebuilding were instructed to help fund it.
So, if your mind has felt like a battlefield, see the Lord stepping right into the middle of it today. Where He is, there is shalom.
Right now, let His thoughts become your thoughts. Fix your mind on what He says about you.
And as you do, I declare this beautiful promise from Isaiah 26:3 over you:
“You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.”

Realign Your Vision of Success with These Five Words
I want to ask you this important question: What does success look like to you?
Why is this important? Because whether you realize it or not, how you define success shapes the way you live. It guides your decision-making, what you pour your time and energy into, and what you choose to pursue.
Maybe you’ve been working hard… striving, pushing, trying to build a better life. And that’s not wrong. Because we all want to take care of our families. We all want to do well.
But just take a moment with me here. Pause and ask yourself, “Am I actually fulfilled?”
So often, amidst all of that chasing, all the pursuits in our lives, we end up carrying burdens we were never meant to carry. Stress creeps in. Our health starts to suffer. And even when the blessing is right there in front of us—our family, our loved ones—we’re too tired to enjoy them.
Now here’s something the Lord put on my heart to tell you today.
Don’t spend your life climbing the ladder of success… only to look back and realize the ladder was leaning against the wrong building.
Let me show you something powerful about what true success looks like from God’s Word.
Genesis 39:2 tells us, “The LORD was with Joseph, and he was a successful man.”
Now think about this. When those words were spoken, Joseph was still a slave. No freedom. No influence. Nothing to his name. And yet, God called him successful.
That’s a whole different definition of success, isn’t it?
You see, true success isn’t about what you have. It’s about Who you have.
Joseph had the Lord with him. And that changed everything.
These five words, “The Lord is with me,” changed everything for Joseph. They turned a slave into a steward. A prisoner into a prince. And they can do the same for you.
Jesus is with you, too. Right now. Even if life feels a little messy or incomplete.
When you have His presence, you have His peace, His wisdom, His favor. That’s the kind of success the world cannot give.
So let me ask you again. What are you really chasing? And who are you becoming along the way?
Maybe today is a good time to fix your eyes back on Jesus. Not on what the world says success should look like, but on the One who right now walks with you.
So, here’s something simple I want you to do today and for the rest of this week. Speak this over yourself: “The Lord is with me.”
Declare it in the morning. Mutter it under your breath as you go about your day. Let it be the last thing on your lips before you sleep.
Every time you say it, be conscious of His presence right there with you.
And remember, because He is with you… you already have true success.

Put Down the Broken Ruler of Comparison
I remember when I visited New Zealand for the first time.
I saw this vast field that was lush, green, and beautiful. It looked like the perfect picture of peace and serenity. And I thought to myself, “Wow, the grass really is greener on the other side.”
So, I decided to walk across that field. But you know what I found once I got there?
Cow dung. Everywhere.
From a distance, it looked perfect. But up close, it was a very different picture.
And often, that’s what comparison is like.
The apostle Paul tells us plainly in 2 Corinthians 10:12:
“But they, measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.”
This verse is such a timely reminder because it’s so easy these days to fall into the comparison trap.
Maybe you see someone on social media living what looks like a better life, or maybe it’s someone close to you—a friend, a colleague—who seems to be getting all the breaks. And without even realizing it, you start to measure yourself against them.
But that’s not wise.
Why? Because when you compare yourself with others, it is like you’re using a broken ruler. It blinds you to the blessings in your own life, steals your joy, and robs you of gratitude.
One moment, you might feel like you’re doing okay. The next moment, someone else’s success or blessing makes you feel small, disqualified, or not good enough.
And even if you do feel better by comparison, it never lasts. There’s always someone more talented, more accomplished.
Today, your heavenly Father is inviting you to put that broken ruler down.
There is only one accurate ruler to measure your worth, your value, and how deeply you are loved: the cross of Jesus Christ.
When you look at the cross, you see the truest reflection of your value.
At the cross, the Father didn’t just say He loves you—He demonstrated it. He gave up His most treasured, most beloved Son… for you. He didn’t hold back. He spared nothing.
You’ll never know how much your Father loves you until you realize how much He loves Jesus. And yet, He gave Jesus up… for you.
This is what John, the disciple whom Jesus loves, is telling us in 1 John 4:9,
“In this the love of God was manifested toward us, that God has sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him.”
So, if you’ve been comparing yourself lately… measuring your worth by someone else’s life or journey… stop for a moment and come back to the cross.
That’s where your worth was established once and for all.
And when you see what your Father gave up to make you His, you’ll begin to walk with a new confidence.
Not the kind found only at the expense of someone else, or the kind that is shaken when you see others getting ahead.
But the kind that comes from knowing, “I am fully known, completely accepted, and deeply loved.”

Shift Your Mindset from Demand to Supply
It’s so easy to feel pulled in every direction by the demands of life. The kids need something. The deadlines are piling up for all your assignments. The house, the bills, the people who need your help—it feels like everything is shouting, “More! Now! Again!”
And when life feels that way, it’s easy to start living from a place of demand. We begin to believe that everything depends on us, expecting more from ourselves, and sometimes more from the people around us.
But here’s what many of us don’t realize: There are really only two ways to live. Under the law, where life is full of demands, or under grace, where life is full of supply.
I want to encourage you to do this today: Shift your mindset from demand to supply. Take your expectations off yourself, off others… and place them on the Lord.
The law says, “You need to do more. You need to be better. You need to make it happen.” But grace says, “The Lord Himselfwill supply. He will lead. He will carry you through.”
Now, that may sound simple, but it can play out in our lives in very real ways…
The more you expect from yourself—your performance, your discipline, your ability to hold it all together—the more weighed down you’ll feel. And the more you expect others to meet your needs or not let you down, the more stressed, frustrated, and tightly wound you become.
Let me give you an analogy.
There’s a husband who is very demanding. He wakes up and wants his eggs done just right. He expects his coffee to be on the table before he even sits down. He doesn’t tolerate any delays. No room for mistakes. No space for weakness.
That’s Mr. Law.
Always exacting. Always expecting. Never helping.
Now imagine living with someone like that. How would you feel?
Exhausted? Anxious? Like you’re never enough?
That’s what it’s like when you live under the law, where life is all about demand.
Here’s what you need to realize as a new covenant believer today: you are no longer under that old system of demand.
Romans 7:6 tells us, “But now we have been delivered from the law, having died to what we were held by, so that we should serve in the newness of the Spirit.”
That means you have been brought under the new covenant of grace, where the Lord supplies you with what you need through His Spirit.
Isn’t that good news? You’ve been delivered from “Mr. Law” and joined to someone else—our Lord Jesus, the Person of grace.
And grace doesn’t stand at the table waiting to be served. Grace gets up and says, “Sit down. Let Me provide all the wisdom, increase, and strength you need for the day.”
Grace supplies. Grace meets every need, fills every lack, and keeps on giving even when you fall short.
That’s the way the Lord meant for you to live. Not constantly stressed or pressured. He has given us all things freely, not to endure… not to maintain… but to enjoy. And that includes your family, your school, your job, your ministry.
When you begin to live from that place of supply, with your eyes on Jesus and your heart open to His grace, something beautiful happens.
The pressure lifts, peace and joy begin to return. And you’ll stop expecting unreasonable things from yourself and from the people around you.
Some people have asked me, “Pastor Prince, don’t you ever feel stressed or worn out? You handle so much…”
But do you know what I’ve realized? In those moments, it always comes down to where I’ve been looking.
If I’m looking to myself, I get exhausted.
If I’m looking to people, I get disappointed.
But when I look to the Lord… He always supplies.
What you need today isn’t to try harder to meet the demands in your life. What you need is to refocus your attention and reset your expectation on the Lord.
When you do, He will meet you right there… ready to supply you with more than enough.

Your Very Present Help for Every Need
These days, it feels like we’re always connected… but not really present.
Our phones are with us everywhere. At the dinner table. Beside our bed. And for some, even in the washroom.
Without realizing it, we’ve become so used to escaping into other people’s lives. Scrolling through social media, chasing updates, binging on another drama series.
If we’re not careful, we end up traveling everywhere else and engaging with everything else, all from that tiny screen, except where it really matters—the present.
Present with the people who matter. Present with the blessings right in front of us.
And the most sobering part? When we’re not present, we miss the Lord.
Because it’s only in the present that we can encounter His presence.
Now, maybe for you, it’s not your phone robbing you of being more present. But wouldn’t you agree that we so often get caught up in the regrets of the past… or the fears and worries of our tomorrow?
“If only I had chosen that path...”
“If only I hadn’t taken up that opportunity…”
“If only I had known this would happen…”
“What if there is a recession…”
“What if I develop that condition…”
“What if my children can’t keep up…”
Living anywhere but today, in the now.
There’s a story in John 11 that shows this so clearly. When Lazarus had died, and Jesus finally arrived in Bethany, Martha ran out to meet Him. Her first words?
“Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died” (John 11:21).
Do you see it? She pushed Jesus into the past, saying, “If You had been here…”
Then, she swung to the other extreme and pushed Him into the future, saying, “I know that he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day” (John 11:24).
But Jesus responded to her so gently and powerfully, “I am the resurrection and the life” (John 11:25).
Not I was. Not I will be. I AM.
She was face-to-face with the very answer she needed… the miracle she was longing for. The Lord Himself was standing right in front of her, not promising her a miracle someday but offering it in that very moment, in the now.
And yet, she missed it.
Let me ask you this:
Have you been living in the past, replaying regrets and wondering where the Lord was? Or have you been caught up in the future, worried about what might go wrong?
Or maybe you’ve just been so distracted. Your phone’s always in your hand. You’re following someone else’s story while missing your own.
I pray you don’t miss the very answer that’s right in front of you—the Lord’s presence with you, right where you are.
And do you know what else is in the present? His help in times of trouble!
One of the most comforting promises we can hold onto is found in Psalm 46:1, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Not a someday help. Not a maybe help. But a very present help.
If you’re facing something today… or if you’re feeling overwhelmed even in this very moment… the Lord is calling you back to Him now to be in this moment, present with Him.
He is the great I AM. Hear Him whisper to you:
“I am your healing.”
“I am your wisdom.”
“I am your peace.”
“I am your supply.”
“I am your joy.”
“I am your more-than-enough.”
And as you begin to live in the moment with Jesus, something beautiful happens.
You begin to slow down. You start to notice and cherish the people around you again—your children, your spouse, your friends.
And most importantly… you become aware of Him.
His peace.
His presence.
His promptings.
His leading.
His love.
So today, come back to the present, because that’s where He is.
And where He is, is where true rest, strength, and grace begin.

Let the Anointing Break Every Yoke

Today, I want to speak to your heart, not just your mind.
I believe the Lord wants to minister something deeply personal to you. Something that will bring real freedom… in whatever area you have been battling or struggling with.
You see, some of the problems we face don’t have a natural explanation. Some struggles don’t respond to reason or sheer willpower, simply because their root isn’t natural; it’s spiritual. And a spiritual root needs a spiritual answer.
The Word of God declares this in Isaiah 10:27: “The yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.”
This is what breaks the yoke—not more willpower, not more trying, but the anointing.
And what is a yoke? It’s anything the enemy has placed upon you to weigh you down, anything that keeps you in bondage.
A spirit of heaviness and melancholy.
A cycle of addiction you can’t break out of.
A cloud of discouragement you can’t seem to shake, no matter how much you try.
Whatever it is… I want you to hear this: when the yoke comes under the anointing, it breaks.
It doesn’t say it shall be lightened or lifted for a while. The Word says it shall be destroyed.
Remember the story of young David? First Samuel 16 tells us that when Saul was tormented and no one could help him, David came and played his harp. And as the anointing flowed through that worship, the oppression left Saul.
It wasn’t the melody—it was the presence of the Lord. It was the anointing that lifted the darkness.
That same anointing is available to you today. And I believe the Lord wants you to press in to it.
Now, the anointing is not a theory. It is not a feeling or having goosebumps. It is simply the presence and the power of our Lord Jesus. And the name “Christ” literally means “the Anointed One”!

You may ask, “So, how do I step into that, Pastor Prince?”
It’s not complicated. You don’t need to earn it or manufacture it.
Simply draw near to the Anointed One.
Spend time in His presence.
Worship Him.
Take time to pray in the Spirit.
Sit under the preached Word in an atmosphere of faith.
Be planted in a church where the Lord Jesus is glorified and lifted up.
Where the anointing is, bondages break, burdens lift, and hearts are made whole.
So, don’t keep carrying that yoke. You’re not meant to live weighed down. The Lord’s desire is to see you set free.
Come into His presence.And let the anointing break the yoke off your life.

Hear His Whisper of Love
Do you remember Elijah, the great prophet who called down fire from heaven on Mount Carmel?
Not long after that amazing victory, we find him at his lowest point. He was running for his life and spiraling into a state of depression. The same prophet, who just a little while ago stood so boldly before the people, was now cowering all alone in a cave.
But in the midst of his despair, the Lord came to him.
First, there was a powerful wind that tore through the mountains. Then an earthquake shook the ground he stood on. After that, a blazing fire swept across the hills.
Elijah must have thought, “Surely this must be the Lord’s voice!” But the Bible says, “the LORD was not in the wind… not in the earthquake… not in the fire” (1 Kings 19:11–12).
Then, after the shaking stopped and all the noise had faded… came a gentle whisper. A still small voice.
And there in that stillness, Elijah heard the Lord’s voice. It was a gentle whisper full of love, imparting the confidence, assurance, and shalom he needed.
You see, lovers don’t shout. Imagine a couple sitting close together on a bench in a quiet park one night. Suddenly, one of them yells a loud “I LOVE YOU!” And then, the other party responds at equal volume, “YOU’RE MY ONE AND ONLY!” That would sound almost comical!
No, that’s not what lovers do. They speak softly because love draws near. And that’s how your heavenly Father speaks to you.
He’s not impatient with you. He’s not barking orders at you. He’s not shouting in anger. He leans in close and whispers. His tone is tender. His words are filled with grace.
Now Elijah may have expected God’s voice to thunder, just as it did back on Mount Sinai when the Law was given. But the Lord was showing him a new way that was to come—a new covenant. The Law thundered with demands, but grace whispers with love.
Know this: Under the new covenant of grace, He does not come to you with condemnation, wrath, anger, or shame.
He comes to you in the still small voice of the Spirit, assuring you: You are forgiven. You are beloved. You are righteous in Christ!
So here’s my encouragement for you today. Take a moment, quiet your heart. In the middle of the busyness, the stress, and the noise, be still. And just listen to that whisper of love deep on the inside.
That’s the Lord leaning in close, reminding you: “You are Mine. You are loved. You are secure in Me.”

How to Be the Leader God Has Called You to Be

Whether or not you hold a title… you are called.

Called to lead in your family, in your workplace, in your conversations, in your everyday decisions.

Wherever you find yourself, the Lord has a plan and purpose for you to make a difference and be a blessing.

But here’s something I’ve come to learn over the years: True godly leadership doesn’t begin with leading. It begins with following.

When Jesus called His first disciples—those who would later become apostles, teachers, and pillars in the church—He didn’t look for people with impressive résumés, natural charisma, or leadership credentials.

He chose the most unlikely people: rough-around-the-edges fishermen, a tax collector, and others that society had overlooked. But they all had one thing in common. When He called, they responded. They followed.

That’s the foundation of all true leadership in the kingdom. We begin by following the Lord.

Before you can draw water for the thirsty, you first have to drink for yourself.

Before you can be a voice to others, you need to hear His voice.

Before you can carry others, you need to be carried by the Shepherd.

Before you can lead in strength, you need to walk in dependence.

The world’s idea of leadership starts with, “I know, follow me.” But God’s kind of leadership starts with, “Lord, I don’t know. Please show me. I will follow after You.”

And that’s not weakness. That’s a beautiful dependence on the Lord’s strength.

So, let me ask you today: Are you starting your day from a place of being led by the Lord? Or have you been trying to lead on your own?

I want to encourage you to take time to receive from the Lord personally. If you’re a spiritual leader in any capacity, don’t just go to the Word to prepare a word for others. Drink deeply for yourself first.

Let the Lord love you, guide you, and refresh you.

Say this with me today: “I am a sheep before I am anything else. Lead me, Lord, and teach me to follow You.”

That’s where real leadership begins.

Not because we know all the right answers and the right things to say or do, but simply because we know and are following the One who knows all things.

As you walk closer with Him, I know He’ll shape you into the godly leader He’s already called you to be.

God’s Wisdom for Every Occasion

Have you ever felt stuck, facing a situation and not knowing what to do?

It might be something small, like how to respond to a difficult email, how to parent your child, or talk to your teenager. Maybe it’s how to manage your time better, or how to work more efficiently.

Or maybe it’s something bigger, like a major life decision, a financial setback, a complicated family situation… or just trying to fix a mess at work. And you find yourself thinking, “Lord, I really don’t know what to do here.”

Have you noticed this? Natural advice can be helpful, but it can only take you so far. When you try to find answers by scrolling online, asking around, or listening to different experts, you might gain some perspective, but not always the clarity you need.

See, you can have knowledge but not know how to make sense of it or apply it. And experience? That’s valuable, yes. But sometimes, our past experiences can actually limit us. They can keep us stuck in old ways of thinking, or blind us to new solutions the Lord wants to show us.

What we really need is heavenly wisdom. Because natural wisdom leads to natural results, but supernatural wisdom leads to supernatural results.

This kind of wisdom can only come from the Lord. And James 1:5 tells us He gives it liberally and without reproach. In other words, He doesn’t scold you for asking. He loves it when you come to Him for wisdom!

In the Bible, we see that wisdom isn’t one-size-fits-all. In the original Hebrew and Greek, we see different “streams” of wisdom:

**・**Chokmah: a broad understanding of things and the wisdom to live skilfully.

**・**Binah: discernment and clarity that help you see beyond the surface to the root of the matter.

**・**Sakal: practical wisdom that helps you act wisely and that brings success.

**・**Suniesis: the ability to put two and two together and come up with creative, Spirit-led solutions.

These are just some of the streams of wisdom waiting to be discovered in the Word. Each one is a gift, and they all flow from one Person: our Lord Jesus, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge (Col. 2:3).

I like to think of His wisdom like a spiritual Swiss Army knife. Whatever you’re facing today, there’s a specific tool for it. There’s wisdom to guide you in your parenting. Wisdom for your job. Wisdom for relationships. Even wisdom for practical everyday stuff.

That’s why one of my daily prayers is, “Lord, give me wisdom and favor.”

The Bible tells us that Joseph had both wisdom and favor, and that caused him to prosper and be promoted even in the most difficult situations.

So today, if you’ve been going in circles over the same issue and still don’t know what to do, take a moment to pause. Don’t just look around for answers or advice—look up.

Ask the Lord for His wisdom, and don’t be afraid to be specific. You can ask for the exact stream of wisdom you feel you lack in this season, whether it’s discernment, understanding, practical decision-making, or creative solutions.

For example, if you’re facing a problem and are struggling to see what’s really going on, ask the Lord for binah, His discernment and insight to understand the heart of the matter.

If you can’t quite figure out how to move forward, or you’re wrestling with how to follow through, manage your time, or knowing what step to take next, ask Him for sakal, His practical wisdom that helps you apply what you know and make sound, successful decisions.

And if you’re faced with a complicated problem with no solution in sight, and it feels like there’s no way through, ask Him for suniesis. That’s His supernatural ability to help you connect the dots, bring clarity out of confusion, and show you a creative way forward you couldn’t have come up with on your own.

Nothing delights His heart more than when you, His child, come to Him and ask!

Dare to Ask God for Big Things

Did you know that the Lord loves it when you ask big?

Now, maybe you’re unfamiliar with that idea. Maybe you were brought up in a family culture where there didn’t seem to be enough, and over time, you learned that asking for more would be asking for too much.

Or perhaps you have people around you who say things like, “Come on… that’s wishful thinking,” as though faith is only meant for the small and sensible things.

Or maybe you come from a church background where you were taught to approach the Lord almost apologetically, keeping your requests minimal so you wouldn’t seem too brazen or proud.

But when I look at the Bible, that’s not the Lord I see.

The Lord Himself said, “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you” (Matt. 7:7).

Notice He didn’t say, “Ask, and maybe you’ll receive.”

He said, “It will be given to you.” That’s the language of certainty. No second-guessing.

Of course, I’m not talking about being materialistic or getting the fanciest items to show off to people who really don’t care. I’m talking about asking the Lord to bless you with more than enough to be a blessing to others. To ask Him for a glorious family that is a showcase of His faithfulness. To believe Him not just for a job but for a position that will provide for your family while giving you time to serve in His house. To trust Him to fill you with His wisdom to parent your teenagers!

In many instances throughout the Gospels, the Lord’s gentle rebuke to His disciples was, “O you of little faith!” You can almost feel His heart in this divine rebuke, as though He were saying:

“Why do you take so little?”

“I am so full… full of health, full of provision, full of wisdom, full of grace, full of anointing.”

“Will you come and take more from Me?”

I want you to catch this: Love gives, but faith is the hand that takes from God.

And that’s what He invites you to do.

I love how David reasons about this in Psalm 116:12–13. Having experienced the Lord’s goodness, he asks, “What shall I render to the Lord for all His benefits toward me?”

And do you know how he responds?

“I will take the cup of salvation.”

Not “I will pay You back.”

Not “I will prove myself.”

Not “I will try to earn it.”

But “I will take.”

That’s the response that pleases the One who delights to give!

One of my clearest testimonies of daring to ask big is the very building where we hold our church services every Sunday—the Star Performing Arts Centre.

There was a time when our church was growing, and the space we had was simply too small. We were holding multiple services, and it became clear that we needed a larger space.

Everyone I sat down with at that time, even pastors more seasoned in ministry, told me, “Pastor Prince, it’s impossible. A church having a space like that in a prime location in land-scarce Singapore? It simply won’t happen.”

I remember walking away and sensing deep within me that the Lord was challenging me to believe for something better. It was as though He was saying, “Son, look to Me. Ask, and I will provide, not according to the world’s ways and resources, but according to Mine.”

And that’s what we did as a church. I even remember declaring to our congregation during a service that I saw the Lord giving us a world-class auditorium. At that time, I truly had no inkling how He was going to make it happen.

But the Lord did. And boy, did He answer.

Now, each week, we get to walk into a miracle when we step into the Star Performing Arts Centre for church. Not only did the Lord give us the favor we needed to build a modern, state-of-the-art auditorium in a prime location, but He also helped us pay it off in full.

There were no heavy fundraising campaigns. Just the Lord opening hearts, moving people to give, and providing in a way that made it clear: this is His doing.

So why am I sharing this with you today?

To stir your faith to believe the Lord for miracles in your own life.

Whatever area you are trusting Him for, I want you to lean in to your Father’s lavish love for you. Because of our Lord Jesus, you have access to the very throne of grace, where you can receive His undeserved favor to help in your time of need (Heb. 4:16).

The Bible tells us plainly, “It is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom” (Luke 12:32).

Your heavenly Father already has good things prepared for you. But He wants you to activate your faith and pray these things into your life.

That’s right. The Lord wants you to ask big and pray for what He already desires to give you.

That promise in His Word. That desire He placed in your heart. That miracle or breakthrough that seems all but impossible.

When you ask Him for big things, you are saying, “Only You can do this, Lord. My eyes are on You!”

Will you do that today?

Don’t shrink your request before you bring it to Him. Don’t talk yourself out of what love has already provided.

Come to Him as His beloved child, and dare to ask Him for big things!