Dear Future Self,

As time gets faster, you grow older, and the days seem shorter, here are a few things I would like for you to remember when life is unraveling before your eyes.

One, Christ is still on the throne. I chose this as the first order of business on your reminder checklist (because I know how you function and you need a detailed summary of everything) to remind you that no matter the assignment, chore, or responsibility you may have placed before you, you need to first place it at the feet of Jesus. This temporary life has a funny way of providing distractions from eternal joy by instilling fears and worries into your precious, yet fragile, mind. Lay down your mess, distress, depress, and start to express the access to the One who will bless because time is of the essence, and you need only His presence to be everything He has desired for you, dear daughter of God.

Two, when you feel life is overwhelming, lay down your pride and pick up your Bible. The Lord has called you to take up your own cross daily, so I challenge you to humble yourself by giving it to Him. Proverbs 3:5-6 calls you to lean not on your own understanding, because John 13:7 reminds you that one day you may understand the wonders of the Father. Have patience for purpose with prosperity knowing God provides plans with provision, but don't forget that it's not your mission. Let all you do glorify His covenant because He died to give you life that is abundant. Don't take for granted His Word that is spoken, for It reflects the only true love token - His cross and every nail, the debt you owed but He paid your bail. Christ is not limited, yet this world lacks focus on what has already been manifested. Spend time with Him who cares for you, and allow Jesus to be your firm foundation as an anchor for your soul because He won't let you drown.

Three, when you can no longer stand, kneel to pray. Accepting your failures is adored by the Father because it is a representation that you acknowledge that you are not perfect, only He is. I want you to be reminded that there are too many open altars and closed hearts. He wants to meet you where you are, but you need to allow Him in. Cling to the Cross Christ endured to place the crown on your head, so you can bloom like a rose because He took the thorns instead. Being a Christian is not favored by the world, but it is rewarded by God. When faced with dilemmas, just talk with Him. I cannot promise you that He will provide what you want, but I guarantee He will supply what you need.

I cannot wait to see where the Holy Spirit takes you, but until then, don't rush anything.

Love,
Yourself