A Childhood Moment

Watch your thoughts; They become words.
Watch your words; They become actions.
Watch your actions; They become habits.
Watch your habits; They become your character.
Watch your character; It becomes your destiny.

I read this quote today, and it was a profound moment for me. I was taken back to my childhood and remembered a simple little song we sang in "Gleaners" (yes COGOP peeps I know I'm dating myself).

"Be careful little eyes what you see...Be careful little ears what you hear...Be careful little hands what you do...For the Father up above is looking down in love..."

When we allow little things to creep up on us, we don't realize the impact it is taking on us until satan has us bound by the things we see, hear, and do. These things can lead to traps that affect our destiny.

My destiny is HEAVEN; therefore, I must guard myself daily with God's word and prayer.


Ephesians 6:10 - 18

¹⁰ A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. ¹¹ Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. ¹² For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.

¹³ Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. ¹⁴ Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. ¹⁵ For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. ¹⁶ In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. ¹⁷ Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

¹⁸ Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere