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  • Опубликовано: 11 сен 2024
  • As the new year draws close, many of us may have put ‘get closer to God' on our list of resolutions and goals for 2023. So here are some much-needed reminders and tips to help you grow spiritually.
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Комментарии • 133

  • @jess_is
    @jess_is Год назад +418

    I started having bible study at work on my lunch break to ensure that God gets some of my time EVERYDAY. And it is doing tremendous wonders on my mental health!

    • @itsnaniiiiiiii3270
      @itsnaniiiiiiii3270 Год назад +8

      do you recomend any books or bibles or ways to study i feel like im losing faith and i hate the dark place im in at the moment the idea of studying at work is a fantastic idea i just need some guidance.

    • @ethementor
      @ethementor Год назад +2

      I pray to have a job with people who’d want to do this! I hope I get an hour break 😂😂

    • @Monke_boi13
      @Monke_boi13 Год назад

      @@itsnaniiiiiiii3270 the book of Hebrews

    • @iruomalinda8659
      @iruomalinda8659 Год назад

      Please how do you do it?

  • @isiomaononye
    @isiomaononye Год назад +107

    I agree. One of the best ways to grow in your spirituality is to be honest with God. When we are honest with God, then God can give us the signs and answers that we seek. He can create the way and opportunities for us to walk through.

    • @prettypetals5201
      @prettypetals5201 Год назад

      This...I need to start doing this...thanks sis

    • @JulietttDouglas
      @JulietttDouglas Год назад

      Honesty with where you are in your walk is important for sure. ruclips.net/channel/UC1wGiWJtw8tIKHPRWLlbRhQ

  • @lizd6886
    @lizd6886 Год назад +63

    Sis the glow is glowing!

  • @momto9
    @momto9 Год назад +103

    I'm definitely getting closer to God and starting a fresh positive start for me and the kids

    • @CourtneyDaniella
      @CourtneyDaniella  Год назад +8

      Praying for nothing but the best for you on this journey ❤

  • @olanma.o
    @olanma.o Год назад +80

    “kill your flesh, don’t beat yourself up” I LOVE THAT statement oml! Thank you for this video ♥️

    • @CourtneyDaniella
      @CourtneyDaniella  Год назад +1

      My pleasure ❤️

    • @mandirobertson8793
      @mandirobertson8793 4 месяца назад

      I don't understand what it means - "kill your flesh"

    • @olanma.o
      @olanma.o 4 месяца назад +3

      @@mandirobertson8793 hey there Mandi. 👋🏾 It’s a Christian concept.
      The “flesh” is generally referred to as the nature in each of us that makes us act contrary to God’s Spirit and standards. The “flesh” is what usually feels most natural for us to operate in especially if you’ve lived very long without Christ.
      And so to say “kill your flesh”, it refers to the conscious, daily act to subdue that nature, not purely by our own efforts or ability but aided by the Holy Spirit in us.
      IIt’s every-time we say ‘no’ to doing things we know God won’t be pleased with us doing, and also every-time we say yes to doing things we know delights God, our Father.
      So “kill your flesh, don’t beat yourself up” ultimately means daily live by the Spirit, but should you mess up or fall, don’t condemn yourself to guilt and shame because the scriptures teach us that there is grace when we fall and grace to not fall again all because of Christ.
      I hope this is helpful to answer your question 💗

  • @ellona3645
    @ellona3645 Год назад +236

    Just what I needed to hear. 😭 Not going to lie, I keep on sinning & continually asking God for forgiveness. When I stumble, I always get frustrated that I gave in. I'm even embarrassed to say what I'm struggling with.

    • @emilyjohnson4695
      @emilyjohnson4695 Год назад +39

      don't be embarrassed or feel condemned. We've all sinned and also struggled with stuff that we keep going back to but the thing is that you want to make a change and that what really matters. 🥰

    • @yzma6142
      @yzma6142 Год назад +4

      Exactly my story 🥹

    • @blessedandhighlyfavored9244
      @blessedandhighlyfavored9244 Год назад +13

      But God will not lead his sheep astray. He is always working on us with us

    • @Loveblessingchiedza
      @Loveblessingchiedza Год назад +9

      I think stumbling will always happen because we do have to consistently deny our flesh and that can be exhausting. But what has worked for me is evaluating what l learnt about myself after stumbling yet again and only tweak one thing and be vulnerable with God about my struggles instead of promising to do better next time

    • @THEFOODCHANNEL..
      @THEFOODCHANNEL.. Год назад +18

      The fact that you always acknowledge you’re suffering is a major win. At least you recognize you can’t do this on your own🙏🏾

  • @danielle897
    @danielle897 Год назад +36

    came at the right time as I finally committing to turn to God for the first time!

  • @ashleysorcia
    @ashleysorcia Год назад +14

    I noticed that the evil one is trying to scare me and take over me but that’s when I realized I needed God at that moment! I realized how much I had become independent and ignorant and now I’m ready to let him in my heart and heal me and clean me. He is here with me and now I just need to raise my strength! I pray for everyone who is on their spiritual journey and those who are afraid, I am fighting everyday because I will not let bad vibes stop me from getting closer to God. We are in this together for we are the children of God. Let him guide us to a path of love and power. Amen. 🙏🏽

  • @leah38521
    @leah38521 Год назад +26

    Desire is a key word, I’m praying for the desire to want to spend time with God

  • @nothilemdunge9972
    @nothilemdunge9972 Год назад +31

    Oh my word😭🥹This feels like a whisper of God saying, I am still here with you…Thank you so much Sis🤦🏽‍♀️🫂🤍

  • @bebeth9833
    @bebeth9833 Год назад +44

    The timing is crazy ! This video is such a comfort.
    Last night my meditation was about this "my faith being fit !".I have started my fitness and muscle gain journey one year ago and learnt soooo much from it. Finally, to realize that faith is also a muscle I need to grow and maintain. So what I did was to assemble all my fitness healthy hacks and tips to grow muscle and find the équivalence in my faith. This includes, consistency, target exercices, REST, coaching, good balanced nutrition etc...
    We have to be strategic and smart with our faith, know her better to treat her better.
    What a blessing to have this type of révélation from God ❤️🙏🏾
    Thank you for being there with us through the process, we love you Courtney.
    Bisous from Paris ❤️

    • @JulietttDouglas
      @JulietttDouglas Год назад

      Amen. Great work ruclips.net/channel/UC1wGiWJtw8tIKHPRWLlbRhQ

  • @abenayankey9512
    @abenayankey9512 Год назад +16

    Wow Courtney the glow???!✨😍😍

    • @AgnesA98
      @AgnesA98 Год назад +1

      Glowing and growing✨

  • @DSN430
    @DSN430 Год назад +33

    The best thing I did for myself this year was earnestly seek a church that prioritizes doing community right. I visited like 10 churches in my area. Almost settled at one but knew in my heart it wasn't right so after a few months I started the search again and found somewhere that feels like it will be my place. I'm so excited for 2023 because of it.

    • @ForbsieLaLa
      @ForbsieLaLa Год назад

      This is part of my delay, finding a church I see doing what I believe aligns with God, not enough are doing the outreach I believe a church is meant to do. After all he came for the sinners.

    • @candace6893
      @candace6893 Год назад

      @@ForbsieLaLa pray on it love! I pray God leads you to the one for you. but don’t let waiting on that church hold you back 🫶

  • @BibleMemorywMusic
    @BibleMemorywMusic 10 месяцев назад +4

    “Your life’s course is going to be shaped by the council that you get…” A WORD.

  • @chickennuggets9993
    @chickennuggets9993 9 месяцев назад +2

    God is working on me and I see what he has done for me but I feel like I’m not doing this Christian journey right.
    1.i pray everyday, I pray when I’m anxious or overthinking.
    2.i talk to god like a friend I tell him about my day and how am I feeling.
    3.I sometimes would read my proverbs but I didn’t write nothing down sometimes and now I’m just gonna read a bible story and take notes.
    4.i spend time with him every night and sometimes when I’m babysitting or on the road I can’t do my Bible study.
    I’m not gonna lie I do have trouble with sin like masterbating and cussing. And I’m trying to do those things and it’s hard. But the point is am I doing something wrong because I’m still learning about this Christian journey.
    Also I know he can hear me pray but I sometimes feel like it’s to working sometimes.

  • @porciankosi9420
    @porciankosi9420 Год назад +8

    Being open and honest with God and yourself is the best way to start ❤ “… in spirit and in truth”

  • @afromandaa
    @afromandaa Год назад +7

    Lol, I made my 2023 vision board this morning! Never made one before, but one of the first things on there was to get closer to God. I’ve created a daily Bible habit at this point, but looking to go deeper.

  • @minglee9288
    @minglee9288 4 месяца назад

    Really appreciate your directness and clarity sister. you've helped me out alot identifying my missing spirituality

  • @cringysarah
    @cringysarah Год назад +5

    i’ve been open to god for a few years now fully but i always feel like i get stuck and have doubts because i need proof he’s real and i don’t know how to unblock the struggle

  • @lucykabi8339
    @lucykabi8339 Год назад +5

    I pray I get to have christian friends one day

  • @gbdaboss
    @gbdaboss Год назад +6

    I needed this. I've been in the wilderness and felt like God left me so I sought him more

  • @priscillaaraba
    @priscillaaraba Год назад +8

    So beautiful! Thank you so much for your message. I feel really really lost. So this help me to navigate and reset and start over. Knowing that God is waiting for me and welcoming me back.
    Thankyou !

  • @angelicacesar2916
    @angelicacesar2916 Год назад +10

    Courtney! Thank you so much for the prayer at the end :') you have no idea how much I needed it. Sending you love sis!

  • @londiweb
    @londiweb Год назад +10

    From travel to growing our relationship with God, sooo happy I found your channel and tms podcast! Love from 🇿🇦

  • @PinkCeePie
    @PinkCeePie Год назад +5

    I’m so glad I found your channel as this is something I’ve always struggled with, and no matter how many times my pastor says it, it never really resonated with me like I wanted it to. But as you said, you’ve become a good counsel and it’s helping me realize that my pastor is right, and you are such a blessing. Thank you, and God bless you.

  • @sarahjones3007
    @sarahjones3007 2 месяца назад

    I love your video ❤your words mean a lot to me. I am struggling with lots of stuff right now & need to repent. Thanks for your amazing words they so
    beautiful to me ❤

  • @sophiaaxfun7693
    @sophiaaxfun7693 Год назад +1

    On this journey but struggling to be consistent with praying and making time for God but I know I need him in my life and will do anything to get a closer relationship with him.

  • @JamesAustinHall
    @JamesAustinHall Год назад +2

    God bless you spiritually, mentally, and physically in the name of Jesus amen!

  • @kimberlymeans1738
    @kimberlymeans1738 Год назад +2

    Thank you I really want to Re-do myself with everything thank you

  • @WetnuT2.0
    @WetnuT2.0 Год назад +3

    I'm glad I took the time to watch this inspiring video, really helped me and put a perspective I never thought of really. May the lord be with you❤

  • @nelozada
    @nelozada Год назад +3

    You have such a beautiful energy

  • @therosekid.309
    @therosekid.309 11 месяцев назад +1

    I’m struggling right now with bad depression and I’m having a difficult time conquering social anxiety when it comes to going out for qt with me.

  • @smileytvg5556
    @smileytvg5556 Год назад +3

    sis you are literally glowing in this season and these videos hmm don't get me started. just thank you ❤

  • @Just_Joy..
    @Just_Joy.. Год назад +1

    you are so smart, i love listening to you

  • @evas_escapades7045
    @evas_escapades7045 7 месяцев назад

    Such wise words. Thank you ❤

  • @lavenderpatchouli1343
    @lavenderpatchouli1343 Год назад

    I resonated with his video a lot. I think this is what I needed for myself this morning. I am not Christian, but I do believe in God as in the Creator in my Native American spiritually. God's love is powerful, neverending, and unconditional!

  • @starldn
    @starldn 10 месяцев назад

    Thank you for this Amazing video, this has literally given me the clarity I need in order to move forward with GOD!

  • @benniechrisayeh
    @benniechrisayeh Год назад +3

    I needed this... This is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for putting out this video ♥️

  • @geraldkafipa382
    @geraldkafipa382 Год назад +1

    Thank you for the prayer at 12:40
    🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @jamiewilliams8107
    @jamiewilliams8107 Год назад +1

    Acceptance is key to spiritual growth

  • @laurynnicholson2418
    @laurynnicholson2418 Год назад

    I just found your channel today and I thank God I did because you reminded me that God is the one person we shouldn’t be afraid to turn to. I hope you have an amazing 2023 ❤

  • @charlinkie
    @charlinkie Год назад +1

    I needed this, thank you!

  • @j.j7738
    @j.j7738 4 месяца назад

    Thank you for the message ❤

  • @d.rayner2551
    @d.rayner2551 Год назад +1

    This was so heartfelt and sincere I appreciate it!

  • @kenkeymessiah7844
    @kenkeymessiah7844 Год назад +1

    This video came at the perfect time. Also sis your skin is glowing and you are so beautiful ☺️

  • @ForbsieLaLa
    @ForbsieLaLa Год назад +1

    This is the journey I am currently on but I am yet to find a group/church that I see myself getting baptized at. I know there is no church that can get me in their doors every Sunday but I want the right hands to bless me when I am ready.

  • @julieouellette5974
    @julieouellette5974 Год назад +1

    Solid encouragement. Thank you!

  • @rose_quartz_loveandlight
    @rose_quartz_loveandlight Год назад

    thank you for this video, it's exactly what I was searching for this morning to renew my connection to Jesus ❤

  • @ibukunoluwa23
    @ibukunoluwa23 Год назад +2

    Haven't watched yet but I really needed this🥺

  • @torihiggins7073
    @torihiggins7073 Год назад +1

    Thank you I needed to hear this ❤

  • @trevorosei3861
    @trevorosei3861 Год назад +1

    this touched me , Thank you 🙏🏾 ❤️

  • @sharonjose-manuel176
    @sharonjose-manuel176 Год назад +1

    Thank you for this ❤

  • @reyian60
    @reyian60 5 месяцев назад

    I love this❤

  • @user-ku6hg2jh4n
    @user-ku6hg2jh4n 10 месяцев назад

    A fantastic word, thank you 🙏🏻

  • @Omotayo.Adeyemi
    @Omotayo.Adeyemi Год назад

    Thr part about Godly community veryyyy accurate

  • @kjrparker
    @kjrparker Год назад +11

    sadly many of the churches i’ve found are queerphobic, ableist, sexist, classist, etc. it’s hard to find a supportive christian community as an aroace Black woman, and i certainly don’t want to perpetuate and support an entity that criticizes and harms communities in the name of Jesus

    • @ForbsieLaLa
      @ForbsieLaLa Год назад +3

      I think we are having the same problem. Finding a church that we feel is here doing God's work and not just condemning

  • @shalonramsey76
    @shalonramsey76 Год назад

    Wow, so beautifully said. Thank you so much queen 🙏🏾🌸

  • @therelentlessboss
    @therelentlessboss Год назад

    Thank you so much for sharing this. Invaluable advice. 🙏🏾💝👑

  • @sirvic1704
    @sirvic1704 Год назад +1

    Needed this

  • @chikaisaac6682
    @chikaisaac6682 Год назад +1

    Thank you Courtney

  • @MukamiNjeru66
    @MukamiNjeru66 10 месяцев назад

    So helpful

  • @niuula
    @niuula Год назад +1

    This word is on time!

  • @user-pj5ie1gd4d
    @user-pj5ie1gd4d 11 месяцев назад

    thanks so much am really blessed today.

  • @charlierose5825
    @charlierose5825 10 месяцев назад

    May God bless you, sister

  • @user-ie2ij1hm3q
    @user-ie2ij1hm3q 9 месяцев назад

    thank you love for the great word may Allah blessing you more and more

  • @Amber-go3yl
    @Amber-go3yl Год назад

    Thank you so much for this.

  • @LakeeshaCuyler
    @LakeeshaCuyler Год назад

    Thank you. 🙏

  • @eunice.m7779
    @eunice.m7779 11 месяцев назад

    Amen thank you so much ☺️

  • @SEHVEN_GODSCHILD
    @SEHVEN_GODSCHILD 3 месяца назад

    🔥🔥🔥 ARE "YOU" YOUR THOUGHTS OR ARE THOUGHTS MOVING IN AWARENESS ITSELF. AM I EACH THOUGHT. IM ABLE TO GET CAUGHT IN WHATEVER STORY IS PRESENT AND ABLE TO PULL AWAY USING PURE AWARENESS. REPLACING THE SEPERATE SELF IDENTITY WITH DIVINE SOURCE AND OPERATING FROM THAT SPACE. I LOVE YOU❤❤❤

  • @Soberan
    @Soberan Год назад

    Wise words, thank you 🙏

  • @WhitneyQ
    @WhitneyQ Год назад

    Really needed this

  • @Hypernokausox
    @Hypernokausox Год назад

    Thank you,sister

  • @deesott5123
    @deesott5123 Год назад +4

    Jesus loves you and died for our sins

  • @euniceo3165
    @euniceo3165 Год назад

    Love this🥺🤍God bless you Courtney!

  • @bobbycolebrook9335
    @bobbycolebrook9335 Год назад

    Thank you so much for this video ❤

  • @Hearts4miaa
    @Hearts4miaa Год назад

    Thank you!! I rlly needed this video❤

  • @discoverwithdebra6038
    @discoverwithdebra6038 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you sis for this . New follower here

  • @trinityoneal278
    @trinityoneal278 Год назад +1

    I know Putting my input is late but I’ve had toxic Christians in my family and I want to build a relationship with god in my own way and I’ve struggled with this because when I think of god from what my family tells me about god makes me feel like what I believe is okay and what I feel is right is wrong because it says it in the Bible. And instead of trying to hear what I have to say or just listen to what I have to say I get shut down and get lectured about the Bible’s teachings and what my beliefs are on sexuality and gender identity is wrong. I do listen to them an I do try to disrespect when they discuss this, but when I try to tell them what I think I end up feeling disrespected and in turn I end up be disrespected because I feel like I’m willing to listen to them why ain’t they willing to listen to me… sorry I went on a whole spill on this I just want to get a positive out look on god for my self not from anyone else.

  • @shanoya2670
    @shanoya2670 Год назад +2

    Only one sin is not forgiven
    Matthew 12:31 (KJV) Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men.

  • @DebbyJaede
    @DebbyJaede Год назад +6

    FIRST 🥰🥰

    • @CourtneyDaniella
      @CourtneyDaniella  Год назад +2

      Girl you were on it!! That’s was like 10 seconds after the upload 😂 Appreciate youuu ❤️❤️

  • @sydneymichelle1609
    @sydneymichelle1609 Год назад

    This video is for meee I’m so excited

  • @claudiajohnson3145
    @claudiajohnson3145 Год назад

    God bless you Sis

  • @kamya_thatcutegirl1329
    @kamya_thatcutegirl1329 Год назад

    I love video like this this was so help full

  • @pinkflowers01
    @pinkflowers01 Год назад

    great video, thank you 🥹

  • @CarpeDiem-vs3cy
    @CarpeDiem-vs3cy Год назад

    Love ur hair

  • @simamkelebizani7963
    @simamkelebizani7963 Год назад

    ❤❤❤

  • @teridolan8388
    @teridolan8388 Год назад

  • @DanielHernandez-bl3yb
    @DanielHernandez-bl3yb Год назад

    Thanks sister for this video really help me alot amen 🙏❤️

  • @doseoflamide
    @doseoflamide Год назад

    Do you recommend any churches in London?

  • @foreverjunna
    @foreverjunna 2 месяца назад

    This was such a great video! I just made a similar one on my channel 🥰🫶🏾

  • @midnightmorada2678
    @midnightmorada2678 Год назад

    Great advice👍👍

  • @cupcaketower101
    @cupcaketower101 Год назад

    if i don’t consistently read the bible , does that make me a bad person in God’s eyes ?

    • @waniokok1921
      @waniokok1921 3 месяца назад

      No but ask God to search ur heart. Are you trying to read the Bible consistently and why? What’s ur motive?

  • @blessedandhighlyfavored9244
    @blessedandhighlyfavored9244 Год назад

    Hi can I connect with you for help in my spiritual journey

  • @cassaries7828
    @cassaries7828 Год назад +1

    I encourage you to return to your roots young lady. Your Orisha has requested your presence. It's not the first time you have heard the calling.

  • @yzma6142
    @yzma6142 Год назад +1

    Need this 🥲