Take It Now

Take It Now

"Look, the Lord your God has given you the land. Go up and take possession of it, as the Lord, the God of your fathers, told you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged." (Deut. 1:21)

When God makes a promise, He is not simply predicting the future. He is declaring what has already been settled in His plan, though we may not have stepped into it yet. In Christ, God has already provided everything we need for life and godliness. Our responsibility is to take hold of it by faith.

Moses begins by saying, “Look.” This is a call to shift our focus. Many people are blinded by fear, doubt, or unbelief. But faith sees what natural eyes cannot. Faith looks beyond visible circumstances and holds on to what God has spoken. As Scripture reminds us: “We fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen” (2 Corinthians 4:18).

Once you see what God has placed before you, the next instruction follows: “Go ahead and take it now.” God’s promises are not vague hopes for the distant future; they are divine realities waiting for you to step into them.

But notice also the caution: “Do not be afraid.” Fear magnifies challenges and paralyzes progress, but faith magnifies God’s power and moves us forward. Fear says, “It’s impossible.” Faith says, “It’s already done.” Do not let fear rob you of what is rightfully yours in Christ.

Moses adds, “Do not lose heart.” This means don’t give in to discouragement or grow weary. The journey of faith requires endurance. Sometimes the promise looks delayed, but delay is not denial. Those who remain steadfast will see God’s word fulfilled.

As we step into these ’ember months, let this word encourage you: don’t let fear cripple you or discouragement hold you back. Instead, open your eyes in faith, step forward with courage, and take now what God has already prepared for you.

Happy New Month.

Have a fruitful day,
(Dr.) Emmanuel Okoro
(aka Dr. Lift) 

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