Hey Protected babes,

"So you think I am nothing? Don't worry about what I am now, For what I will be, I am gradually becoming"

~Idowu Koyenikan

I pray this week is full of peace, happiness, new beginnings, new stories, new opportunities, new memories, new experiences and love. When we begin to understand the process of our seed, we learn to stop expecting to see the fruits of our labor the day we plant the seed. Once we gain a full sense of peace with waiting on GOD time, will must commit to the journey of our faith walk.

This morning I woke up with a heavy feeling and I had to go to GOD to gain clarity. There are some moments with all that I am doing as a mother, an entrepreneur, a daughter, sister, friend, student, coach and a mental health counselor, that I often feel as though I am not doing enough. This morning when I went to GOD I started to understand that this feeling was coming from me wanting to see certain things on my time and not allowing GOD to develop my planted seeds. When GOD gives us a seed to plant, there are also fruits attached. Our faith in him has to become stronger and understand wholeheartedly that walking by faith and not by sight will be the best option for us. Trusting that our seeds are being watered even if we can't see the process of sprouting. It's in the total darkness with pure soil where the real process and development begins. I've realized that it wasn't that I'm not doing enough I was becoming anxious due to the time and process GOD is taking to develop me. New ways of thinking and peace came over me after I was done sitting with GOD. I left refreshed and reminded that I already am beautifully and wonderfully made. This season is my season that I was reminded during my quiet time to pray more, work smarter and remain silent until all of my projects are completed. That outside energy can throw you off especially if the advice and opinions of others aren't coming from GOD.

Protected babes, make sure that you are putting in the effort and being consistent with your goals, your why and with GOD. Create space to communicate with GOD daily. We may sometimes allow where we are currently to distract us of the process and development that is happening right in the present moment. Make it a habit to include GOD in all things and not only in the moments when we may not be seeing the fruits of the seed. Make sure the negative opinion from others or self isn't becoming louder than what GOD already spoke over you. For what you will be, you are gradually becoming. This is the season that we will bloom and blossom because of our faith. Don't be discouraged. Put on your shield of armor and know that you are covered and protected by a big GOD that only wants the best for you. Just as it's written in "Hebrew 11:6" we must remember to diligently seek him in ALL things. With knowing and understanding that GOD only wants the best for us, we have to put in the effort to become in alignment with bettering ourselves. As I always state, although GOD is working things out for us behind the scenes we still have to put in daily action, effort and remain consistent in what is spoken over us.

Remember Q2 is all about action steps. This week write out at least 3 goals you wish to accomplish by the end of the week. No matter how small or big. Take action. Put in the effort, Remain consistent and you will see results.

Protected babes, If no one told you today You are Amazing. You are Enough. You are gradually becoming the best developed version of GOD creation. In this season GOD is doing a new thing in you. Trust, believe and speak it into existence.

Below I will leave you with some scripture that you can meditate and use as a tool to understand the importance of putting in effort and remaining consistent.

Hebrews 11:6

Colossians 3:23-24

Romans 2:6

Galatians 6:9

As always I pray that this information helps you in one or more areas. Remember to stay in prayer, stay in peace, stay intentional, but most importantly stay Protected & Paid. Kindly remember to share Protected & Paid blog with your Family and Friends. You never know who it can bless.

Sheema W.