From the moment we were conceived, still in our mother's womb, we were already in contact with God: For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother's womb (Psalm 139:13). He participated in our creation, preparing us to do His will. When we accept Jesus as our Savior, we are no longer prisoners of the condemnation that Adam's sin brought upon humanity. Thus, we are free and become members of the divine family (Romans 8:1).

Jesus' redemptive work freed us from the evils of the spiritual death caused by the sin of the first couple. However, there is more for us to learn, as the Bible says: Your eyes saw my substance, being yet unformed. And in Your book they all were written. The days fashioned for me, when as yet there were none of them (Psalm 139.16). Cry out for what is written!

David said to Solomon, Be strong and of good courage. This has been lacking for man to realize, because we have already been given all the tools to overcome the struggles brought by the devil. Meditate on the Word daily and, when something catches your eye, believe in it and claim it for yourself, because it already belongs to you. Start by reading the Psalms and then continue with the Gospels. That way, you'll know the blessings that will make you successful!

The king said that his son had to do the work. Yes, that will make you a winner. It's not enough to wish for better days; you have to call them into being in your life. Jesus declared: And whatever you ask in My name, I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son (John 14:13). This asking means claiming from the Lord, taking possession of what you have learned is yours and demanding a way out of the evil that dominates you and causes you suffering. Do it now!

Your faith will be tested by situations that insist on making you think that God doesn't love you; that His revelations are false and you will never be healed, happy and prosperous. The key is to never fear the devil or his lies, because what God has written about you is true. God's promises and the work done by Jesus on the cross belong to you (Isaiah 53:1-11). Never fear: He will give you what has been determined! King David said that the Lord, his God, would be with you. He is your God!

By saying that the Lord was his God, David showed that this was one of the reasons why he had never been defeated in war. He ended by saying that the Almighty will not leave or forsake those who trust in Him. The Most High wants to bless you in this way. All you have to do is believe!

The king of Israel went on to explain that this would be done until Solomon had finished all the work on the house of the Lord. Today, God's temple is your body, and there is still much to be done for you. Be firm, be sure, because you were born to be victorious!

In Christ, with love,

R. R. Soares