Don’t get caught in the ways of the world.

Thinking you don’t measure up.

Thinking you have to prove yourself.

The race is not to the swift or the strong.

The race is to those who don’t give up when the fight gets hard.

I called you out of darkness into my light.

I know the plans I have for you.

A life of hope and a future with success.

I have promised to finish what I started in you.

I have given you the ability to carry out my will.

Give up the fears, doubts and the unbelief.

I have given you the spirit of power, love and sound mind.

I gave my all for you. Will you give your all for me?

Take nothing for granted. Your heart is the temple of my spirit.

When the world rejects you, remember I was rejected first.

I told you there would be trials.

The trials will produce patience.

I told you that I have overcome the world.

Trust in me and you will overcome the world.

Don’t be disheartened by the ways of people.

I have set you apart for something great.

I will make your name great.

You will be a blessing.

Don’t you know I have to change you?

Refine you like silver or gold.

It may not feel good but in the end, you will be a better person.

Sometimes the change must come from your side of the fence.

You may never win medals or be a hero.

Don’t lose heart. You are in good company.

You will be a different kind of hero.

The kind that stands for holiness and righteousness.

Set your sights a little higher.

You will find purpose.

For that purpose, you are an original.