Word sis! I very much agree...The world and Satan has worked very diligently at redefining what God intended love to mean. I so often hear we (church) are unloving, simply because we spoke the truth in love and it offended someone. 1 John is a great compliment to 1 Cor. 13. To go a bit further, God is love. He is the standard and embodiment of it, perfectly. If something isn't 100% true, then it simply cant be of God and thus also can't be from a position of love.
Amen, Sarah. I’m dealing with a good friend who is an alcoholic. So self destructive. Been trying to help, but I know I need to let him hit rock bottom because enduring with him has become abusive. Preach, sista!🙌🏻
This was such a thought provoking video as it really highlights a struggle I've been having with the Lord for quite a few years now through the toughest times I've had. I had someone walk away and they made several very bad choices in that process. I struggle with the people pleasing and putting myself in the back seat to maintain the status quo. The choices made absolutely justify moving on. But when I have those feelings, I get the prompting that those are self-focused. And then I look at how Jesus acts towards us. He is always there, ready to forgive when there is true repentance. I am not him, but I am called to pursue him and model my behavior on his. So now I'm in a good place with him, and not hanging on to anything with false hope. And yet, I can't shake this feeling I shouldn't move on, and need to be patient in the unlikely chance that there is a repentance. This is my problem with the almost tidal wave of therapy/self-help in our culture at this particular time, the focus on self. Jesus found time to fellowship with the Father, but he also made time for those seeking him even when he was tired. He moved on when people rejected him, but he welcomed them back when they repented. He consistently showed sacrificial love. He washed the feet of those who would scatter and betray him.
What a challenging topic! There's a fine line in knowing when to keep going and when to throw in the towel. A few years ago I faced a similar challenge with a friend group and it was not an easy path to follow. Thankfully, my hand was forced and it became a question of following Christ or following my friends. While I worked my hardest to find a third option - some kind of middle ground - that door was slammed shut on me. In retrospect, it was the best thing that could have happened to me spiritually. As I searched the Scriptures and spoke with other Christians, it really opened my eyes to God's love, righteousness, and mercy. In some ways it could be said that those events led me to this channel and others like it where God reigns supreme. Thankfully, I've not had to cut out my friends completely, but I no longer seek their affirmation or approval as I once did. I hope one day that they will see just how compromising their beliefs and actions are, and that they can seek first God's kingdom reign and righteousness.
Great message! Sarah, I had to stand up for the truth "in love" with my young adult daughter. She rejected me. Please pray for her salvation. Also, you are an encouraging breath of fresh air on UA-cam.Thank you.
I’m going through this right now with my church and people from my church that I believe the Holy Spirit guided me to about 2 years ago. To be fair, I was asking God which church I should go to between 2 different churches so that leaves me wondering if other church bodies are an option or if God called me here, therefore I must endure until He clearly calls me out. Unsure if I should remain and endure hardships as a good soldier in Christ trusting that God will strengthen me in due time, complete ignore people by continuing to go and just tell them why, or leave and hope God will be merciful but I’m too fearful to leave completely in this juncture. Def have a history of people pleasing and that savior complex so it’s draining when I’m in seasons I can’t be the person I was to the weak minded in other seasons. I’m bipolar so my emotions and what I give are inconsistent.
I started typing to add/confirm ETC to this but was stopped. Instead I say this. I from my heart at one point did things for reasons that may not have been evil by description but they did not come from the place that God wanted them. I prayed to God over and over how can I be what I am not. How can I give and do from a place in the heart that the bible teaches when in me it does not come from that place. When I truly wanted change and called out to our father the potter then he broke me and changed me. I did not even notice it as it was taking place over time. Then one day I seen that change in me that had taken place and it amazed me to my core. You can change with God. you can be changed by the great potter right down to the very reason you do things like your basic motivations. To be driven by love and compassion rather then any reason of the flesh. I have to admit until he did it to me I would have said it could not be done without life changing events altering your ways. Let God be your life changing event. Seek and trust God in all things. with this same path I also received the fear of God and this is worthy of note.
@@jjtaylor8072 amen my brother and we’ll said👏👏👏 stay strong in the Lord, keep the faith and keep on keepen on Oh!👉🏻Be Blessed and Be a Blessing in Jesus name amen ❤️🙏🕊🔥
My favorite version of the Corinthians passages on love is from the AMPC. I think those verses in a relationship context make sense when its both people applying it, if both apply it, it would be very easy to overcome miscommunications etc and avoid unhealthy dynamics. Its a good point where you mentioned sometimes some self pity and help others for their own purposes, there is this danger of narcissism where some project themselves onto others.They may even get upset if they feel they were not validated for helping. I think this goes back to boundaries like you mentioned in the past. I used to put up with gaslighting a bit in the past, didnt know thats what it was, i just like to be accepting and creating opportunity for growth. I think if we have our own and resepect others boundaries, see it as a two way street and dont over romanticize but are honest and let honestly be the foundation, then thats a good starting point for personal relationships. There can be no healthy relationship if its just one person pulling all the weight all the time
Something you said that stood out - He is always there and ready to forgive when there is true repentance. I forgiven people who never apologized just for my own peace, but I would never allow them back in my life and open up that boundary.. maybe bc there wasn’t true repentance? It’s such a great topic. I appreciate you weighing in. 🙏🫶
@sarahspeaksup same! I've heard it said that forgiveness is simply giving up your right to get even... not holding on to bitterness. boundaries are very important too - we have to guard the gates and hold the line. the battles are real 🙏 God is good! ☝️
please pray for me. I gave myself to God over 2 years ago. I have slowly over the past 8 years been trying to take back control over my life from a verbally and physically abusive and neglectful , none believing husband (37 years of it). He still does these small things that bring about a red flag in me and then I start to spiral for days afterwards trying to not “over react” in my head. I take it all to God now….I am trying to stay with my husband. He has made so many positive changes but he still hold on tightly mentally. He is an alcoholic and drinks nightly. He is not mean anymore. Has not been for a few years now. So I feel that I cannot give up on him now….but I feel stuck in quick sand trying to move forward in my life with God. My husband says he accepts my beliefs but doesn’t support them. I am feeling so sad and defeated…the ONLY thing keeping me moving forward is my trust in God.
Keep your focus on the Lord. Your husband is watching you to see God work with and through you. He won’t admit it and that’s fine. Stay in the word and lean in. God will keep you
I should have watched this whole thing before I commented. This message is exactly what I was praying for this morning to God. You have given me some great scriptures to follow up with. This message is Amazingly from God! Thank you Sarah~
Sarah, I’ve mentioned this before and want to bring it up again. The Holy Spirit truly shines in you. He gives you wisdom and insight to minister. In saying that…have you considered writing a book? You have a gift of articulation along with Godly discernment and openness. If you ever decide to write one…I want a copy!!! Keep shining Jesus!!
@ That’s Wonderful News!! Thanking God for you!! He’s using you to minister to people even more than you realize!! So yes…let us know when that happens please!!! In the meantime, abide in Him, you are a fruit bearer!! 🫶😁
Amen thank you sis another great job some times those rice burners can be annoying much like myself lol No seriously I’m one of the world’s worst of trying to please everyone, it’s because of that and spreading myself to thin I believe is why I failed in the ministry the first time I became prideful, judgmental, envious of others gifts amen I even became haughty eyed and that’s definitely No Bueno, because of all that I took my eyes off the Lord and eventually fell into a backslidden state that lasted 12 years but praise God with the help of the Holy Spirit I’m back stronger than ever the Power of God and my new church I shared with you has made all the difference in the world amen. I like the fact about you mentioning being naive, there unfortunately have been times I’ve been taken advantage of because I try to give everyone the benefit of the doubt and ended up getting hurt only to be asked were you naïve or just plain stupid 🤦♂️little of both I guess. Having the Holy Spirit and Gods agape kind of love makes all the difference in the world in your relationship with Jesus it’s definitely deeper and more intimate for sure amen it makes you want to spend more time with the Lord and seek his Will and way everyday makes you crave the word more that’s where the daily renewing of the mind takes place amen Seek ye first the kingdom of heaven and All these other things will be added. Sis you know I could keep rambling but I better give someone else a chance lol I love how you’ve started adding prayer at the end of your videos it helps us all out plus it encourages us to want to tune in more 😊 thanks again sis you’re awesome! Stay strong in the Lord, keep the faith and keep on keepen on and always “Be Blessed and Be a Blessing in Jesus name❤️🙏🕊🔥…🫶🏻ya sis Lord Bless❤️Darrell Ps keep me in your prayers please as you guys are in mine ✌️
@ love you too brother thank you for your prayers and for following and encouraging our sister, Sarah like I’ve said before is a good egg 🥚 lol Her ministry and Love for the Lord is touching many hearts and lives for the Kingdom amen 🙏 take care my brother Be Blessed and Be a Blessing in Jesus name❤️🙏🕊🔥
If God reproves the ones He loves, He must love the crap out of me!! lol I dont know if i'm being refined, reproved, pruned, or I am simply reaping with Ive sown!!?? Maybe all the above????
@@sarahspeaksup I pray my enemies wonder how all of the traps they have set for me ALWAYS fail!!?? And begin to inquire of the One, The Most High Yah, who saves me for His Glory!! 😇
Your intelligence is intimidating lol. Im writing my comments in AI from now on 😂 I know everyone wants to hear again about my disasterous last "relationship" but God did tell me to shut my mouth and love her unconditionally regardless of her terrible behaviour, but this was for Gods own glory and purposes and not for me, but the two lessons I learnt were , the deepth of how Christ loves even the most undeserving people and the pain of betrayel and what Christ endured for my own filthy sins. Talking of shutting my mouth , I wrote this really witty bacon comment on your last video Sarah, then got ready for work and slipped over in the bathroom lol. First thing I said was it was the Bacon comment Lord and deleted it. So, you are favoured by God and protected by him. :) yes, I will still email you, there is so much resistance but I shall. Now to run this comment through AI and done :P
I’m currently wondering if I’m in the wrong for being upset and even wanting to just go on a break with my bf because I’m currently struggling with me being tired and he couldn’t take my dog downstairs to pee. Of course there’s so much more but this hurt me because I’m struggling and he choose not to help me
I’ll pray God makes it abundantly clear to you - just press into the Lord and He will progressively make you sensitive to what He wants and doesn’t want for you
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Few speak of this, you speak truth amen 🙏....
thank you Jesus for this good word you have given Sarah and thank you Sarah for being obedient ! I needed to hear this about 40 years ago.
@@wearehere209 🙏🤣🫶
One needs lots of wisdom in this life
Thanks for sharing important message ❤
Word sis! I very much agree...The world and Satan has worked very diligently at redefining what God intended love to mean. I so often hear we (church) are unloving, simply because we spoke the truth in love and it offended someone. 1 John is a great compliment to 1 Cor. 13. To go a bit further, God is love. He is the standard and embodiment of it, perfectly. If something isn't 100% true, then it simply cant be of God and thus also can't be from a position of love.
@@yuriosterhout384 amen!! Well said 🙏❣️
Amen, Sarah. I’m dealing with a good friend who is an alcoholic. So self destructive. Been trying to help, but I know I need to let him hit rock bottom because enduring with him has become abusive. Preach, sista!🙌🏻
@@JuliaShalomJordan this is your confirmation then 👏🙏🫶
This was such a thought provoking video as it really highlights a struggle I've been having with the Lord for quite a few years now through the toughest times I've had. I had someone walk away and they made several very bad choices in that process. I struggle with the people pleasing and putting myself in the back seat to maintain the status quo. The choices made absolutely justify moving on. But when I have those feelings, I get the prompting that those are self-focused. And then I look at how Jesus acts towards us. He is always there, ready to forgive when there is true repentance. I am not him, but I am called to pursue him and model my behavior on his.
So now I'm in a good place with him, and not hanging on to anything with false hope.
And yet, I can't shake this feeling I shouldn't move on, and need to be patient in the unlikely chance that there is a repentance.
This is my problem with the almost tidal wave of therapy/self-help in our culture at this particular time, the focus on self. Jesus found time to fellowship with the Father, but he also made time for those seeking him even when he was tired. He moved on when people rejected him, but he welcomed them back when they repented. He consistently showed sacrificial love. He washed the feet of those who would scatter and betray him.
What a challenging topic! There's a fine line in knowing when to keep going and when to throw in the towel. A few years ago I faced a similar challenge with a friend group and it was not an easy path to follow. Thankfully, my hand was forced and it became a question of following Christ or following my friends. While I worked my hardest to find a third option - some kind of middle ground - that door was slammed shut on me. In retrospect, it was the best thing that could have happened to me spiritually. As I searched the Scriptures and spoke with other Christians, it really opened my eyes to God's love, righteousness, and mercy. In some ways it could be said that those events led me to this channel and others like it where God reigns supreme. Thankfully, I've not had to cut out my friends completely, but I no longer seek their affirmation or approval as I once did. I hope one day that they will see just how compromising their beliefs and actions are, and that they can seek first God's kingdom reign and righteousness.
Wow… thank you for sharing that 🙏❣️
Great message! Sarah, I had to stand up for the truth "in love" with my young adult daughter. She rejected me. Please pray for her salvation.
Also, you are an encouraging breath of fresh air on UA-cam.Thank you.
@@rdetwiler5589 🙏❤️ I will pray for her
I’m going through this right now with my church and people from my church that I believe the Holy Spirit guided me to about 2 years ago. To be fair, I was asking God which church I should go to between 2 different churches so that leaves me wondering if other church bodies are an option or if God called me here, therefore I must endure until He clearly calls me out. Unsure if I should remain and endure hardships as a good soldier in Christ trusting that God will strengthen me in due time, complete ignore people by continuing to go and just tell them why, or leave and hope God will be merciful but I’m too fearful to leave completely in this juncture. Def have a history of people pleasing and that savior complex so it’s draining when I’m in seasons I can’t be the person I was to the weak minded in other seasons. I’m bipolar so my emotions and what I give are inconsistent.
I started typing to add/confirm ETC to this but was stopped. Instead I say this. I from my heart at one point did things for reasons that may not have been evil by description but they did not come from the place that God wanted them. I prayed to God over and over how can I be what I am not. How can I give and do from a place in the heart that the bible teaches when in me it does not come from that place. When I truly wanted change and called out to our father the potter then he broke me and changed me. I did not even notice it as it was taking place over time. Then one day I seen that change in me that had taken place and it amazed me to my core. You can change with God. you can be changed by the great potter right down to the very reason you do things like your basic motivations. To be driven by love and compassion rather then any reason of the flesh. I have to admit until he did it to me I would have said it could not be done without life changing events altering your ways. Let God be your life changing event. Seek and trust God in all things. with this same path I also received the fear of God and this is worthy of note.
@@jjtaylor8072 amen my brother and we’ll said👏👏👏 stay strong in the Lord, keep the faith and keep on keepen on Oh!👉🏻Be Blessed and Be a Blessing in Jesus name amen ❤️🙏🕊🔥
This is good🙌
06:42 right on
My favorite version of the Corinthians passages on love is from the AMPC. I think those verses in a relationship context make sense when its both people applying it, if both apply it, it would be very easy to overcome miscommunications etc and avoid unhealthy dynamics. Its a good point where you mentioned sometimes some self pity and help others for their own purposes, there is this danger of narcissism where some project themselves onto others.They may even get upset if they feel they were not validated for helping. I think this goes back to boundaries like you mentioned in the past. I used to put up with gaslighting a bit in the past, didnt know thats what it was, i just like to be accepting and creating opportunity for growth. I think if we have our own and resepect others boundaries, see it as a two way street and dont over romanticize but are honest and let honestly be the foundation, then thats a good starting point for personal relationships. There can be no healthy relationship if its just one person pulling all the weight all the time
Amen!! 🙏
this is absolutely the truth yo! this has happened to me too 🙏 thank you for sharing☝️
Something you said that stood out - He is always there and ready to forgive when there is true repentance.
I forgiven people who never apologized just for my own peace, but I would never allow them back in my life and open up that boundary.. maybe bc there wasn’t true repentance? It’s such a great topic. I appreciate you weighing in. 🙏🫶
@sarahspeaksup same! I've heard it said that forgiveness is simply giving up your right to get even... not holding on to bitterness. boundaries are very important too - we have to guard the gates and hold the line. the battles are real 🙏 God is good! ☝️
@@derrickmckelvey whoops I replied on the wrong comment haha anyway it all ties together - you get it
@@sarahspeaksup lol... I was wondering 🤔 but I didn't want to be rude and not reply - all good!
Thank you so much (from Canada)
please pray for me. I gave myself to God over 2 years ago. I have slowly over the past 8 years been trying to take back control over my life from a verbally and physically abusive and neglectful , none believing husband (37 years of it). He still does these small things that bring about a red flag in me and then I start to spiral for days afterwards trying to not “over react” in my head. I take it all to God now….I am trying to stay with my husband. He has made so many positive changes but he still hold on tightly mentally. He is an alcoholic and drinks nightly. He is not mean anymore. Has not been for a few years now. So I feel that I cannot give up on him now….but I feel stuck in quick sand trying to move forward in my life with God. My husband says he accepts my beliefs but doesn’t support them. I am feeling so sad and defeated…the ONLY thing keeping me moving forward is my trust in God.
Keep your focus on the Lord. Your husband is watching you to see God work with and through you. He won’t admit it and that’s fine. Stay in the word and lean in. God will keep you
Can you email me when you have a chance - sarahspeaksupp@gmail.com
@@mamasmall9389thank you, This is what I pray for.
I should have watched this whole thing before I commented. This message is exactly what I was praying for this morning to God. You have given me some great scriptures to follow up with. This message is Amazingly from God! Thank you Sarah~
I had to leave an abusive toxic relationship.
Sarah, I’ve mentioned this before and want to bring it up again. The Holy Spirit truly shines in you. He gives you wisdom and insight to minister. In saying that…have you considered writing a book? You have a gift of articulation along with Godly discernment and openness. If you ever decide to write one…I want a copy!!! Keep shining Jesus!!
@@randykirk4380 🥹 the book is already in the works … thanks for the reminder to get on it!!! You yourself are quite the encourager 🫶
@ That’s Wonderful News!! Thanking God for you!! He’s using you to minister to people even more than you realize!! So yes…let us know when that happens please!!! In the meantime, abide in Him, you are a fruit bearer!! 🫶😁
Amen thank you sis another great job some times those rice burners can be annoying much like myself lol No seriously I’m one of the world’s worst of trying to please everyone, it’s because of that and spreading myself to thin I believe is why I failed in the ministry the first time I became prideful, judgmental, envious of others gifts amen I even became haughty eyed and that’s definitely No Bueno, because of all that I took my eyes off the Lord and eventually fell into a backslidden state that lasted 12 years but praise God with the help of the Holy Spirit I’m back stronger than ever the Power of God and my new church I shared with you has made all the difference in the world amen.
I like the fact about you mentioning being naive, there unfortunately have been times I’ve been taken advantage of because I try to give everyone the benefit of the doubt and ended up getting hurt only to be asked were you naïve or just plain stupid 🤦♂️little of both I guess.
Having the Holy Spirit and Gods agape kind of love makes all the difference in the world in your relationship with Jesus it’s definitely deeper and more intimate for sure amen it makes you want to spend more time with the Lord and seek his Will and way everyday makes you crave the word more that’s where the daily renewing of the mind takes place amen Seek ye first the kingdom of heaven and All these other things will be added. Sis you know I could keep rambling but I better give someone else a chance lol I love how you’ve started adding prayer at the end of your videos it helps us all out plus it encourages us to want to tune in more 😊 thanks again sis you’re awesome! Stay strong in the Lord, keep the faith and keep on keepen on and always “Be Blessed and Be a Blessing in Jesus name❤️🙏🕊🔥…🫶🏻ya sis Lord Bless❤️Darrell
Ps keep me in your prayers please as you guys are in mine ✌️
:) Love ya brother.
@ love you too brother thank you for your prayers and for following and encouraging our sister, Sarah like I’ve said before is a good egg 🥚 lol
Her ministry and Love for the Lord is touching many hearts and lives for the Kingdom amen 🙏 take care my brother Be Blessed and Be a Blessing in Jesus name❤️🙏🕊🔥
🥹🙏 moving each other to love 💕
If God reproves the ones He loves, He must love the crap out of me!! lol I dont know if i'm being refined, reproved, pruned, or I am simply reaping with Ive sown!!?? Maybe all the above????
“Be truly glad” we are told ❤ let it provoke you into the deepest reliance on the one who formed your inner most parts
@@sarahspeaksup I pray my enemies wonder how all of the traps they have set for me ALWAYS fail!!?? And begin to inquire of the One, The Most High Yah, who saves me for His Glory!! 😇
Your intelligence is intimidating lol. Im writing my comments in AI from now on 😂
I know everyone wants to hear again about my disasterous last "relationship" but God did tell me to shut my mouth and love her unconditionally regardless of her terrible behaviour, but this was for Gods own glory and purposes and not for me, but the two lessons I learnt were , the deepth of how Christ loves even the most undeserving people and the pain of betrayel and what Christ endured for my own filthy sins.
Talking of shutting my mouth , I wrote this really witty bacon comment on your last video Sarah, then got ready for work and slipped over in the bathroom lol. First thing I said was it was the Bacon comment Lord and deleted it. So, you are favoured by God and protected by him. :) yes, I will still email you, there is so much resistance but I shall. Now to run this comment through AI and done :P
😂😂😂 ❤
@@sarahspeaksup I emailed the wrong Sarah LOL!
I’m currently wondering if I’m in the wrong for being upset and even wanting to just go on a break with my bf because I’m currently struggling with me being tired and he couldn’t take my dog downstairs to pee. Of course there’s so much more but this hurt me because I’m struggling and he choose not to help me
I’ll pray God makes it abundantly clear to you - just press into the Lord and He will progressively make you sensitive to what He wants and doesn’t want for you
@@sarahspeaksup amen
Soh