Break & Brake
It’s Breaking & It’s okay to Brake
break - separate or cause to separate into pieces as a result of a blow, shock or strain; interruption, split shatter or take a pause.
I think of the Lord God breaking us in order to build us up and conform us to His will. I think of the times I have been hit with a sledge hammer by the Lord in order to rescue me from my own self and selfishness. I think of the first broken bone I had upon moving to Las Vegas a week in when I was not supposed to be lifting anything do to a hysterectomy and the Lord breaking my foot in order for me to have several seats ValiantVal.
brake - slowing or stopping; typically by applying pressure to; to stop its motion.
I think of us taking our foot off the brake or applying the brake the “Power of the Pause” in our lives. I think of the brake he intended for me at that time of the broken foot so that I could heal.
Let’s talk about if family…
I think of the story of Jacob when his hip was broken as he wrestled with God and or a Man “Your name will no longer be Jacob, but Israel, because you have struggled with God and with humans and have overcome.” - Genesis 32:8
B - Building: The Lord breaks us to build us up, molding our character and strengthening our faith.
R - Refining: Through the breaking process, the Lord refines us like precious metal, purifying our hearts and making us more like Him.
E - Eliminating: The Lord breaks away anything that hinders us from following His will, removing negative influences or sinful patterns in our lives.
A - Aligning: As we are broken, the Lord aligns us with His purpose and redirects our paths, guiding us toward His perfect plan for our lives.
K - Kingdom-minded: Through the breaking, the Lord helps us shift our focus from self-centered desires to being Kingdom-minded, living for His glory and the advancement of His Kingdom.
Remember, the breaking process can be challenging, but it is in those moments that the Lord often does His most transformative work. Trust in His love and faithfulness as He breaks and shapes you, knowing that He has a beautiful purpose for your life.
B - Breaking: The Lord breaks us to reveal our weaknesses, humbling us and reminding us of our need for Him.
R - Repentance: Through the breaking process, the Lord leads us to repentance, helping us turn away from sin and align our lives with His righteousness.
A - Alignment: As we are broken, the Lord aligns our hearts, minds, and actions with His perfect will, guiding us towards His plans and purposes.
K - Knowledge: The breaking process deepens our knowledge and understanding of God's Word, His character, and His ways, allowing us to grow in wisdom and discernment.
E - Endurance: Through the breaking, the Lord builds our endurance, teaching us to rely on Him in difficult times and strengthening our faith.
Remember, the breaking process can be challenging and even painful, but it is in those moments that the Lord refines us and prepares us for His greater purposes. Trust in His guidance and surrender to His work in your life, knowing that He is always working for your ultimate good and His glory.
God is within her, she will not fail; God will help her at break of day. - Psalms 46:5
All Prayed Up:
Lord Break us into your will and allow us to give ourselves a Brake in order to align ourselves into your will in Jesus Name Amen!
Song Recommendation: We have a Twofer family
Break Ever Chain by Tasha Cobbs Leonard
Something Has To Break by Kierra Sheard-Kelly
Until Next Time Family
I Love You
(KISS)
He may Break or Brake us in order to build us and
Be Good To One Another
