Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, STAND FIRM. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.

1 Cor 16:58

For years now, I have been waking up each morning, spending precious time in the Word with my Lord Jesus. I have filled dozens of notebooks and journals with my thoughts about Jesus and his amazing grace through his saving work on the cross. But, putting those Holy Spirit breathed inspirations or “rhema” out in front of the world is a different thing all together!

Today, I hear Jesus saying, “Ashley, don’t give up. I have called you to this work. STAND FIRM.”

How beautiful that I would hear this word of encouragement from the Lord today–the third day of our transition move to Ellijay, GA. God’s timing is always perfect! Jesus knows that in my heart there is a divine shift going on–that I am re-committing my life, heart and time to Jesus by making this move to the mountains. Sometimes, I think, “Are we crazy?” We are going to miss out on so much! But, then I hear Jesus calling to my heart, “Come with me–I have so much to teach you.” And so, I chose to say YES LORD!!?

I hear Jesus lovingly speaking these words over my heart once again…

“For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you; plans to give you HOPE and future.”

Jeremiah 29:11

Thank you Jesus, that you are the lover of my soul! Thank you Jesus that you know me better than anyone and can and that you speak healing, peace and love over my heart every single day–even minute to minute at times.

I will not hesitate–I will seek your face and proclaim your truth to the world!! In you I have the VICTORY for you have OVERCOME! Discouragement, fear and doubt be gone in Jesus Name!!

Can I get an Amen?!!

If you feel the Lord calling you, don’t wait–do not put off what Jesus has called you to do. STAND FIRM! Keep an eternal perspective. Do not focus on “results” or “numbers”. Jesus searches the heart. So do the good work God has called you TODAY knowing that your labor is not in vain.

Give yourselves fully to Jesus and his call and your efforts today will bring ETERNAL RESULTS!

BLESS and BE BLESSED!

Ashley Gronholm