Saying Yes to God

Who knew saying “YES” to join a group of ladies from the Armor Up Study in a 21 day fast would reignite a dream God had laid on my heart in 2021. I wanted to be careful with this fast. I didn’t want it to be about what I was fasting from, but what God wanted to show me.  One lady in the group provided us with scripture to read and pray over every day.  I would spend time meditating on the scripture and journaling what I sensed God was teaching me.  This time became very special to me as I really felt I was drawing closer to God.

Then day 4 hit. Yes…only 4 days into this journey and God hit me between the eyes with what He wanted me to do.The scripture was Acts 1:8 (NIV)  “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” The prayer prompt was to pray for a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit.  In my prayer time, I cried out to the Holy Spirit with the uncertainty I was feeling. I was feeling lost and unsure of the direction He wanted me to go:  ministries I was involved with, the church plant I was a part of, family direction to down size or not.  My mind was overwhelmed with all that was running through it.  I laid all these things on the altar and asked the Holy Spirit to guide me on what to do.  
Suddenly I thought about a book proposal I had submitted to a publishing agent in 2021.  It had gone nowhere and I believed that the door was closed. So why was I thinking about this now?  Then I remembered Amber (United House Publishing) was looking for new writers.  My heart started pounding and I asked the Holy Spirit, “Are you sure you want me to go down this road?”  The Holy Spirit answered by shifting my eyes to a book I was reading, “I'll Say Yes” by Amber Olafsson.  All the stories she had shared about saying YES to the Holy Spirit came to mind.  Now it was my turn. I knew what the Holy Spirit was telling me to do…contact Amber. Yet the enemy started giving me all the reasons why I shouldn’t.    I had a choice...and before the enemy could say anything else, I picked up my phone and texted Amber.  
I said YES to submitting a book proposal.  And today, as I started typing my testimony of listening to God, I received an email from United House Publishing that they want to partner with me to bring my book to life.  I can tell you I am excited and nervous at the same time.  But I know that when I listen to what God is telling me to do, He is with me and will guide me every step of the way.  
Do you know how God speaks to you?  Do you want to? 

Join the Armor Up Women for a virtual conference on March 17 and 18, 2025.  7:00 -8:30 pm.  
Hear His voice & discover the art of hearing God clearly in everyday life.
What you can expect:

• Practical steps to hear from God with clarity & help you cultivate a stronger, more intimate relationship with Him.
• Inspiring speakers and powerful testimonies
• A supportive community of women who are on the same journey

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