Fred Speaks

This episode is about rest for our souls. Rest for your soul is deeper than any other kind of rest we can experience. It’s not based on conditions or circumstances. It is rooted in our faith and confidence that we’re deeply and unconditionally loved, and held in his arms. True rest for our soul comes when we trust God fully, which is quite different from merely saying we trust God. Words will not give us the rest our souls long for. Trust will.

This episode is about the pain medicine that is initiated through your praises to him no matter whether you’re up or down. Sing unto the lord a brand new song, let your voices ring, clap your hands…..

This episode is about the love that God has for us that surpasses any love that we can have or experience on this earth. His love was so great that he didn’t just talk about it but he proved it by giving his son to die for our sins. Romans 5:8, But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

This episode is about seeking to understand your true spiritual identity. Jesus said regarding his spiritual sons and daughters, Ye are the light of the world a city that sit on a hill that cannot be hid. Let your light shine before men that they might see your good works and glorify the father…

This episode is about the issues that many of us have that we bring into our relationships. The issues are so great that it puts our partners in a position of taking on the role of a therapist. However none of us are therapist and struggle with fixing our own issues. Jesus is a therapist and knows how to fix us and put all the pieces back together even when are extremely broken. He said in Matthew 11:28, Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

This episode is about the power and the weapon we have in prayer. The ability to reach God that supersedes any feeling or routine but a total escape from life or any problem. Peter being imprisoned was an opportunity for the church to pray on his behalf without ceasing. Acts 12:5-17.

This episode is about arming ourselves with the armor God provides that will enable us to face our daily spiritual battles. 1 Peter 4:1 For as much then as Christ has suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin.

This episode is about looking back to reflect on experiences to learn from them or to use to teach or help others. We should not focus on bad experiences that tend to take us to a place of depression. Apostle Paul expressed in Philippians 3:13 his ability to get to the point of forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before. We must forget the things behind us in order to move forward.

This episode is about being completely prepared or in fit condition for immediate action or use. We should always be in a position to move, to grow, to be productive, to be proactive.

Take each day as an opportunity to position yourself to enjoy life. Always remember to value family, friends, and meaningful relationships as life will not allow you to make up the time. Having God is very important in helping us navigate this thing called life. Make sure you focus on cultivating that relationship through meditation and prayer.

This episode is about allowing God into our space that he might make things better. Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.

This episode is about the fragrance or aroma we throw off in our interaction with one another. If we could have that fragrance that brings us together rather than push us apart then things would be better. God has some fragrances that he likes to receive from us:

Prayer
Repentance
Witness
Love

Scripture to remember

Galatians 5:222
But the fruit of the spirit is
Love, Joy, Peace, Longsuffering, Gentleness, Goodness, Faith, Meekness, Temperance: against such there is no law.

This episode is about Feeling Inadequate. Satan plants the false idea in our minds over and over, often going back to when we were children. Be aware of your thoughts and feelings and don’t let your feelings define who you are, let the truth of who you are in Christ define you.

Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.

This episode is about having intentional growth or purposes in our lives. We should expect growth in all aspects of our lives and not hoping that growth will accidentally happen. Growth requires learning, seeking and stretching towards new change and development in our lives.

This episode is about breakups. God created us to enjoy and thrive in love that lasts. Hearts weren’t built to be borrowed.

1. It’s ok to cry
2. Don’t try again too quickly
3. Learn from the breakup
4. You may have failed but God didn’t
5. Jesus will help you find joy in the shadows of heartbreak.

God feeds the birds and the fowl of the air. He grows the flowers of the field. How much more will he provide for the those he made in his own image. All he wants to know is that if he heals our broken hearts that we will love him more than anything or anyone.

This episode of Fred Speaks is about the church being a spiritual hospital. You will find people there with numerous conditions and situations. There are mistakes when dealing with and trying to help people however the overall purpose of the church is to provide spiritual treatment to help people deal with their everyday life.

This episode is about a relationship a man has with a woman and that Stability, Peace of Mind is more important than Sex and Love. However ultimately our relationship with God is the source of Stability and Peace.

Key factors for a man’s relationship with a woman:

State of Friendship
Rest of spirit
Tired of doing it alone

Key factors for our relationship with God:

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:6-7).

A peaceful mind and heart are experienced as a result of recognizing that an all-wise and loving Father has a purpose in our trials. “We know that all things work together for good to those who love God and are called according to His purpose” (Romans 8:28).

This episode is to help us understand that the change we want outside must first begin inside. God’s approach to transformation is inside/out. Psalms 51:10 Create in me a clean heart; and renew a right spirit within me.

This episode is to encourage everyone that there is power in holding your peace. For a Christian, “holding your peace” is more than just quieting down or “hushing up”. God calls his people to have restraint and self-control. We are to replace outrage with joy at the goodness of God. Yes, this is easier said than done but we can do with his help. There is power in the name of Jesus!

This episode is about the best approaches to deal with the crossroads of life.

Here are a few approaches to crossroads:

Make a Major Change

Crossroads can be approached lightly, but heading straight for it at full force may make the best path even better. Force the crossroad to give you the best path.

Act Before You Think

In any case, acting before you think gets you somewhere with immediate results whereas thinking before leaves you where you are and you are left to imagine the place you could’ve gone to, had you made the decision instead of overthinking it.

Backtrack

Backtracking may not always be possible, but in cases where it is possible and if it is necessary, it should be considered as an option.

This episode is to ensure us that victory is ours through our lord and savior Jesus Christ.

The ultimate winner over all spiritual battles has been secured. Although you and I are still in play in this game of life in this world, we need to live in the light of the truth of the victory gained through Jesus Christ. Satan only move is to try and deceive you to believe that the winner of the spiritual battle is still undecided.

This episode is about finding ways to stay in touch with God even when it seems like our lives are too busy.

Here are 5 ways to help:

1) Look for trigger points throughout your day that can connect you to God.

2) Take a walk alone with God.

3) Place scripture before you.

4) Listen to Christian music, sermons, and books.

5) Ask God directly to show you ways to meet with him whenever and wherever you are.

This episode is about using pain to help propel us to our purpose; instead of pain being something that defeats us.

Here are three steps to changing how you think and act during the hardest moments in your life.

Step 1: Validate Yourself

Step 2: Focus Solutions; Not Problems

Step 3: Make Your Life About the Future; Not the Past

This episode is about taking a leap of faith even when the fear of the unknown is present.

This episode is about having consistency in our lives and what consistency does for us.

1. Consistency Enables Measurement.
Unless you try a new behavior consistently for a period of time you won’t know if it works or not. How would you measure the new behavior’s effectiveness if you cannot measure consistent performance?

2. Consistency Produces Accountability.

Unless you consistently execute your roles and responsibilities others cannot be certain that you will be accountable for your actions.

3. Consistency Establishes Your Reputation.

Performance consistency adds to your professional reputation. When you achieve a track record of success, your professional reputation speaks for itself. You won’t establish a track record if you are forever shifting gears or trying new tactics – such as chasing the next shiny object – if you don’t deliver results.

4. Consistency Keeps You Relevant.

To remain relevant, you have to be consistently and evenly present and contributing to the conversation, not just when the large or sexy projects are up for discussion.

5. Consistency Reinforces Your Message.

The people around you pay more attention to what you do rather than what you say. Consistency of behavior builds confidence in your message.

This episode is about the journeys of life and understanding that some journeys have to be traveled alone.

This episode is about Peace. We all have need of peace. However we seek for peace and contentment in people and things. However true and lasting peace is only in Jesus Christ.

This episode is about the need for patience. Oftentimes we don’t want to wait for God to work things out in our lives or we don’t want to exercise patience in dealing with others. In the book of Hebrews 10:36 it says, For ye have need of patience, that after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise.

We all need grace and mercy everyday. God extends it to us even though we don’t deserve it. We should show Grace and mercy to each other.

Oftentimes we are ready to jump ship when things are not going well in our lives. We make hasty decisions in hopes of a quick fix or remedy. However we throw ourselves into circumstances that affect us in a way that can be a matter of death to our future, hopes, and dreams. Stay connected to God’s Word and those that he has put in our lives to speak the Word, lead, and directs us in God’s righteous which is Jesus Christ.

The topic for this episode is Spiritual Pantry.

Just as your physical body needs physical food, your true spiritual self, Soul, needs spiritual food. Without daily spiritual nourishment you will wither. Yes, you may be alive, but this does not mean you truly have life.

Have you ever felt like everybody but you seem to be living an ideal life? You wonder if you ever be able to experience the life you always wanted? Most people define an ideal life as achieving their education, having their ideal career, having a family (marriage and children), their dream home, the ability to travel and enjoy life.

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Mark 11:24 Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.

believe that ye do receive them, and he that has power to give them, saith, Ye shall have them

Unbelief and doubt causes our faith to be ineffective.

He is a present God not a God that has to wait until the conditions are favorable to present himself. King David stated in the book of Psalms 46:1 that God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Were you paying attention?

Or were you caught up in the headlines related to the pandemic, the stock market, the BLM movement, the issues in government?

Lean into happiness.
Lean into grief.
Lean into anger.
Lean into contentment.
In essence… lean into life.
Once you give yourself permission to feel these things you can begin the journey of acceptance.

Ecclesiastes 3:1
To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:

Season -
one of the four periods of the year (spring, summer, autumn, and winter),

for a time, especially a short time:

a period of the year when something is best or available:

Purpose -
the reason for which something exists or is done, made, used, etc.

That we live in a world of changes, that the several events of time, and conditions of human life, are vastly different from one another, and yet occur promiscuously, and we are continually passing and repassing between them, as in the revolutions of every day and every year. In the wheel of nature what goes around comes around.

John 16:33

These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Breakthrough. It sounds good. It even sounds like something everyone should WANT IN THEIR LIVES.
To understand what breakthrough means and why it is an important WE MUST DEFINE WHAT IT IS!
According to Webster’s Dictionary a breakthrough is defined as:
1warfare : an offensive military assault that penetrates and carries beyond a defensive line
2: an act or instance of moving through or beyond an obstacle
3a : a sudden advance especially in knowledge or technique

King David

2 Samuel 5:19 19 Then David inquired of the LORD, saying, “Shall I go up against the Philistines? Will You give them into my hand?” And the LORD said to David, “Go up, for I will certainly give the Philistines into your hand.”

He was positioned in a Valley.(AT TIMES WE ARE ALSO IN THAT PLACE)
the Valley of Rephaim.
The Valley of Rephaim is where David obtained a signature victory over the Philistines; it was higher than Jerusalem which is why David asked, “Shall I go up against the Philistines?”

WE MUST ALSO DO WHAT DAVID DID:
-WE MUST GO UP
- WE MUST MOVE
-POSITION OUR SELVES INTO A POSITION TO OBTAIN THE BREAKTHROUGH!

1. Become more attuned to your inner self and expand your capacity to observe, but not react to it.
2. Develop an inner compassion for yourself. This means recognizing that, like all humans, you have flaws and weaknesses, make mistakes and suffer. We are not alone, even when we feel that we are.
3. Become a “witness to” and mourn your wounds. This requires the ability to identify and sit with the pain associated with your hurts-current and past.
4. Forgive yourself for feelings, thoughts, or actions of your “former selves." It is easy to beat yourself with hindsight about the insight that you lacked. 1 John 4:4
Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, that he that is in the world.

Do you ever feel this way? Like every painful situation that comes your way is your fault? But that isn’t how God works! Being “right” or “good” doesn’t mean you’ll avoid rejection, pain, or heartache. You cannot control everything. But you can rest in the knowledge that God knows you, loves you, and will take care of you.

Reach out to them today and express your sincere gratitude and thanks.

Let God know that you finally get it that he has always been there and made his presence known through some special people. All the honor goes to him because he made it possible.

Have and make thanksgiving reign out in your heart as you go about your day. I give thanks unto the lord for his goodness to me, I give thanks unto the lord for his goodness to me, for his mercy endureth forever, I give thanks, I give thanks, unto the lord.

It’s easy to be discouraged when expectations aren’t met or things don’t go the way we planned. Jeremiah 29
11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.

12: Then shall ye call upon me, and ye shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you.

13: And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart.

Romans 8:28
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.

St. Matthew 5:6

Bless are they which do hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled.

Yes, God is in the filling business. In fact, the word "fill" means to be satisfied in the sense of being stuffed after a sumptuous meal.

What are you cooking? Is it producing an aroma that leads to people wanting to come and find out what it is? Does it lead to people wanting to eat?

Think about this: God will satisfy your deepest desires if you look to him for fulfillment.

Psalms 61:2
From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

There is no place I can go or state of mind or emotion I can get to that I will not cry unto you, God. I will always cry unto you. I realize that I have access to you no matter where I am physically or mentally. Even when my heart is overwhelmed in which it appears that it will be consumed with my troubles as a drowning man that seem to be going down for the last time. I am asking you to come to my rescue and lead me to higher ground. Lead me to that rock, to that place in which my troubles can’t reach me.

Put courage in someone. I love that because I love putting courage into others. I love encouraging people so they can courageously pursue their goals and dreams. Life is too short to live small and scared. Be bold. Believe. Take action.

Denzel Washington talked about his experience with God and the Holy Spirit. However he concluded although it kept him grounded in spite of himself, he Accepted it, Experienced it, but was not ready to live it.

This is a very interesting statement. We find ourselves accepting and believing in something that is true and good for us and we have experience that validates that. However we are not ready to fully commit to it because of other things that seem more important at various times in our life. In other words we want to put it off until we enjoy pleasures or do the things that may take us further from what is worth living for.

Proverbs 18:10
The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe. The righteous, by faith and prayer, devotion towards God and dependence on him, run into it, as their city of refuge. God is our rock. That means you can trust him completely for his strength and protection.

We may tremble on the rock but the rock will never tremble under us.

The keenest pain comes from remembering what you should do — a day too late to do it.

There is nothing quite so sad as recalling what might have been. Unfulfilled potential has a way of drawing you back to the scene of the failure and whispering in your ear, “If only you had . . .”

Psalms 81:13 - 16

St. John 16:33
These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

That, no matter what trouble we may face in this world, by him overcoming the world, we shall have peace in him.

Time waits for no one. It is a true saying that life goes on with or without you. You can either sit on the sideline and watch or get in the game. We spend so much time being stagnant and before you know it years have gone by. We have already experienced the negative. Do something positive to jumpstart your future today.