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In the Beginning: GOD!






In the grand narrative of the Bible, the opening words resound with profound significance: "In the beginning, God..." (Genesis 1:1). These initial words set the tone for the entirety of Scripture, emphasizing the preeminence of God in the creation of the universe. 


If we want to see the mighty right hand of God in action (in our favor), we are called to recognize the importance of placing God first in our lives. Just as God initiated the creation of the world, we are urged to allow Him to be the starting point and the one who starts everything we do. In doing so, we open ourselves to the divine guidance that leads to true success, greatness and fulfillment.


GOD AS THE CREATOR AND INITIATOR :

Before anything else existed, God was present, orchestrating the cosmos with intentionality. In our pursuits for success and greatness, acknowledging God as the ultimate creator and Initiator positions Him at the forefront of our endeavors. 


Putting God first involves seeking His will in our decisions, following His plans ( not inviting him in ours when we are facing failures and want Him to save when He was not the originater) and aligning our actions with His principles. 


God only backs what He has started and when He remains the first. Many let God start, and afterwards they hijack everything, and when things go bad they want him back. 

Prioritizing God requires more than just seeking His blessings. It involves cultivating a deep and intimate relationship with Him through prayer, studying His Word, embracing His love and let Him be and remains first. 

When we allow God to take the lead in our lives, we have to surrender everything in His control, because He is the One who knows the beginning from the end.


PUTTING GOD FIRST IN DECISION-MAKING :

Acknowledging God as the starting point extends to decision-making. Proverbs 3:5-6 offers timeless wisdom: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." By seeking God's guidance and surrendering our plans to Him, we demonstrate reliance on His wisdom for success.


Placing God first is not a one-time decision, but a daily choice. It requires a continual surrender of our will to His, acknowledging His sovereignty over every aspect of our lives. As we embrace this divine order, we position ourselves to experience the fullness of success and greatness that comes from living in alignment with God's perfect plan.


THE PRINCIPLE OF FIRST FRUITS :

The concept of offering first fruits is not a human idea, but God's idea. This concept is rooted in the Bible and symbolizes putting God first in our resources. Proverbs 3:9 advises, "Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops." By giving the first and best to God, believers express gratitude and acknowledge His role as the provider of success and abundance, that unlock the increase of everything we are doing in our life. 


"In the beginning, God" serves as a reminder that true success and greatness flows from a relationship with the Creator and Initiator of all things.


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Prophet Holly Van




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