WHAT YOU APPRECIATE, APPRECIATES.

What You Appreciate, Appreciates.

His lord said unto him, well done,
good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful
over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
Matthew 25:23

Take therefore the talent from him, and give it unto him which hath ten talents. For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath.
Matthew 25:28-29

This month I am looking at all the things that make up “gratitude.” Gratitude is more than being thankful, and it’s more than knowing you have more than what you “deserve.” Gratitude flows from a person’s heart when they see the good in God’s character, the good in themselves, and the good in others. Gratitude is based in God’s grace.

The key to having gratitude is that we look for what is right, and appreciate it. That’s why the Word of God says in Philippians 4:8, “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

The word “appreciate” has two meanings:

To be thankful or show gratitude

To raise or increase in value

I want you to think of everything you criticize regularly. I mean everything! Is it your car, your home, your quirky personality, your own body? Is it your coworkers, your children, your spouse, your boss, your in-laws? Think of the things you criticize regularly, and you will see where you have failed to appreciate or find value.

The moment you participate in the “depreciation” process, you stop valuing. That is the moment you block your ability to experience gratefulness and ultimately abundance.

What you don’t recognize will eventually exit your life. Whatever you recognize as valuable and celebrate will also appreciate. Anything unrecognized remains uncelebrated; whether it’s a gift, a miracle, or a person.

The currency of the kingdom is in relationships. Too often God sends people into our lives who are interested in us, want to bless us, and care about us with the love of God, but they go unrecognized and unappreciated. When we lose those people, we lose opportunities, valuable allies, and sources of blessing and support. But whatever you recognize as valuable and celebrate will appreciate and thrive in your life!

Sometimes, God will send us a “Jonathan.” A “Jonathan” is a long-term relationship designed ultimately to bring us into our destiny. A clear sign of a Jonathan is that God supernaturally places a desire in that person’s heart to bless you. They have so much joy in blessing you, they ask for nothing in return. They just want to bless you!

Familiarity towards these God-given vessels of blessing can be fatal. It’s where you begin to take things for granted. It’s when you go through life unaware of the multitudes of blessings and gifts that are here each and every moment.

Gratitude flows from a person’s heart when they see the good in God’s character, the good in themselves, and the good in others. The key to having gratitude is that we look for what is right, and appreciate it. Abundance is birthed when we appreciate the people, gifts and miracles placed in our lives. Magnify the blessings of God – so that He may trust you with more!

God bless you.
I love you

Oluwaseun Anikeola Komolafe

THE SCHOOL CALLED MARRIAGE !

THE SCHOOL CALLED MARRIAGE!

Marriage is the only school where you get the Certificate before you start.

It's also a school where you will never graduate.

It's a school without a break or a free period.

It's a school where no one is allowed to drop out.

It's a school you will have to attend every day of your life.

It's a school where there is no sick leave or holidays.

It's a school founded by God:

1.On the foundation of love.

2.The walls are made out of trust.

3.The door made out of acceptance.

4.The windows made out of understanding

5.The furniture made out of blessings

6.The roof made out of faith.

Be reminded that you are just a student not the principal.

God is the only Principal.

Even in times of storms, don't be unwise and run outside.

Keep in mind that, this school is the safest place to be.

Never go to sleep before completing your
assignments for the day.

Never forget the C-word...Communicate.

Communicate with your classmate and with the Principal.

If you find out something in your classmate (spouse) that you do not appreciate,

Remember your classmate is also just a student not a graduate,

God is not finished with him/her yet.

So take it as a challenge and work on it together.

Do not forget to study the Holy Book (the main textbook of this school).

Start each day with a sacred assembly and end it the same way.

Sometimes you will feel like not attending classes, yet you have to.

When tempted to quit find courage and continue.

Some tests and exams may be tough but remember,

the Principal knows how much you can bear and yet

it's a school better than any other.

It's one of the best schools on earth;

joy, peace and happiness accompany each lesson of the day.

Different subjects are offered in this school, yet love is the major subject.

After all the years of theorizing about it, now you have a chance to practice it.

To be loved is a good thing, but to love is the greatest privilege of them all.

Marriage is a place of love, so love your spouse.
More grace from God.