hey sis! let's chat. today's question: how would you describe what it feels like to move at God's pace?! it's going to be beautiful to see the unique ways God allows us to experience the grace of moving at His pace ♥ for me: it feels like SOUL-level peace. & i can't lie, sometimes the peace throws me off because I had gotten to use to living from a place of stress. there will be times where I am looking around like 👀 am I missing something? i must've forget something! 😅😂 but i hadn't missed a thing. God is just so kind!
Yes sis the peace now has me soooo excited but I’m like ok now let’s keep this please Lord God 😂😂 but I’ve been in an unbalance and paranoid space couple years or so ago and boy I couldn’t take it at all. However, I increased the time with God reading cratering worshiping etc with God and it’s been ugh soooo peaceful 😢 😊 but the devil tries sometime but I’m covered by the blood.
You’ve been saying sis every video but I’m a 34 year old man who loves your content lol keep up the Good work God has been speaking to me through your videos, thank you! God bless you
for me, I recently learned that moving at God's timing means not moving based on my emotions but thinking things through and also enduring the uncomfortable feeling of having to wait. I can relate to the part about having good intentions but things still not working. I now know that it doesn't mean it was never meant to be but rather it just wasn't the time. Also praying and reading scripture nonstop while waiting is key.
I am just starting to go on the path to wanting to know God, wanting to understand the scriptures, and what God wants me to do here on earth, and to be a better person. I really love this comment. I am going to get a book and start writing things down that helps me understand about the Bible and this comment I will be adding in the book. Thank you 🙏🏽
I’m 19 years old and I just lost my mom 42 to heart failure. My baby brother is 4 years old and I also have an older sister. Please pray for us. I know Shes in heaven. She is an Angel.this song is on repeat.
My condolences. May the Lord grant you the strength to overcome this challenging time and may His peace that surpasses all understanding be upon you and your siblings and family. It is well beloved. From Namibia❗️ 🇳🇦
I’m so sorry for your loss. I loss my mom to cancer at 20 and my sister was just 11 at the time. I know your pain. Keep God close and he will carry you and comfort you 💛🙏
Oh this is definitely a tough one lol, but I’d have to say that to move at God’s pace means to go against my own instincts sometimes and pause until I receive revelation from The Lord
Moving at God's pace feels like a journey of revelation and surrender. It includes receiving mercy and grace to survive my day to day, understanding consequences of good intended moves of disobidence, feeling hesitation and surprise at God's new blessings, interventions and commands, and expressing gratitude and surrender to His plan. - much love from Germany
Moving at God's pace feels like slowing down, resting, saying no to things which might seem "normal" to some of my peers but knowing that God has given me a personal conviction and being obedient to that. It feels like rest instead of striving. it feels like suddenly not caring anymore about what is going to "build my resume" but instead examining my capacity and submitting every single decision into the Lord's hand's and trusting that the advancement of His kingdom is much better than any thing I could do to "build my own legacy"
Wow! I'm going through the Bible in a year and I literally just read this story THIS morning. Later on, this morning, I got word that I did not get the job I was going for, so I've gone through the rest of the day trying not to let that feeling of rejection get to me and trust that God knows what he's doing. Now, here I am, randomly scrolling through RU-vid and I come across this video. My mind is officially blown and you have a new subscriber!
I felt the exact same way yesterday for the same reason … had to remind my self GOD has something better and that wasn’t meant for me and here I am today on this video on your comment. Thank you 🙏🏾
God's pace sucks when you don't surrender. As a person who HATES making mistakes, anxiety and depression come in like a flood when I don't "do it right the first time". I"m learning that God teaches in my mistakes. He knows I'm not perfect and doesn't expect me to be. The quicker I take that requirement away, the more free I can live in obedience and not legalism. This journey SUCKS. But I know there's some cool stuff on the other side. I need to go stress cry after writing this. May my tears reap songs of joy! (Psalm 126:5)
I needed this! I don’t know how to recognize Gods voice. I’m trying and hoping I get with it eventually. I want things to happen now but I am learning that God’s timing is made perfect in my life.
I’ve been struggling with this too! I feel like God needs to spell it out for me to recognize his voice and what he wants from me. It’s really so hard for me, but I’m not giving up. I really hope we both learn to recognize his voice and be obedient ♥️
Good morning sis. First things first ask yourself is that voice spiritual based? Can this truth be found in scripture? Pray! But after you pray sit and listen. I like to say my intuition is the Holy Spirit. I hope this helps!!!
@@shenikacook6928 this helps alot. What I am afraid of thinking God moves a certain way when He will move in a totally unexpected and untraditional way that I MISS the move of God in my life.
The Lord's pace is definitely slow 💀 it's definitely pushing me to learn to be more humble and patient with every step. That said, it's not overwhelming (since I tend to be perfectionistic if I do things my way vs His way), it's safe, and I've seen those around me be more blessed so God's pace is the best for everyone ❤
I feel like moving at Gods pace is letting him lead and trusting that everything will work out according to his will. I still try to take control over my life in so many ways instead of letting God lead. I want to rush things and make back up plans on top of back up plans instead of trusting that I’m supposed to sit in this season for a good minute. Letting God set the pace for what I’m supposed to be doing is so much easier said than done. And it’s even funnier that I’ve been seeing a whole bunch of videos pop up on my feed telling me to let God take control and to let God lead. So I have no other choice but to sit my butt down now because obviously everything I’ve tried ain’t working, and for good reason. Tapping into my faith and let God take the wheel now
For me, to go at God's pace means to trust him and be obedient to what he told me to do in the first place and not get distracted or be led by the flesh! Help me, Lord! 😅 Tfs
Love your hair! What products do you use? Also this message is soo needed b/c social media/culture can really have me feeling like I need to be doing sooo many things God isn’t calling me to.
Moving at God's pace has allowed me to return to that peace that surpasses understanding. Yes, circumstances are still the same in certain areas but they're improving in others, and I'm different. I approach life's challenges and decisions different because I'm being still and waiting on God. Another great video!
Thank you Mel for once again being lead by our Father and encouraging us weekly! I usually watch but don’t tend to comment and today I wanted to step out of the non-engaging box and share. In this season of my life I believe moving at God’s pace means that I am learning to walk more intimately with his Spirit. It has meant that it’s not about what I am waiting for but who I am waiting with. It’s given me time to lean into my relationship with the Holy Spirit more because so often we make our walk with the Lord about what we are believing him for versus what He is developing in us and with us. Moving at God’s pace means that I am allowing Him to build in me and build with me. It means staying present daily with Him so that each day there’s opportunity and space to grow with Him. Rather than rushing to get to whatever it is we think we want and need. It’s a humbling experience but well worth it time and time again.
I’ve been so impatient these last months, seeking a husband wanting to move… but It’s only when I admitted my mistake, that I became calm and quiet. The Lord corrected me but he is loving in his correction and I know that having slowed down, I can wait to be mature for the things that are going to happen
I'm in a waiting season and I got so tired asking God when is it finally going to happen for me? 1. I ask Him do you even want me to relocate to that place yes or no? He responded (one day during my morning devotion) with Zec. 10 : 12 " ...by my authority they will go whenever they wish I the lord have spoken ". 2. Then I started asking myself but when? It s taking too long Lord! And last night I had a dream where I was back in highschool ( keep in mind I am married and have 2 kids today😅) and today Melody speaks about HILLSDALE COLLEGE 😮 I might be wrong but I think the Lord me wants to keep learning/prepare for what's next to come. Yes Lord, I'm going to obey because you said so...🙏❤
God pace and grace is perfect. My husband and I are experiencing this right now as we bought our first house. It took us about a year and we almost ended up with something that would have been bad. But God saved us from a mess and we kept looking and what he blessed us with is almost perfect. It was a really stressful journey but in the end I couldn't be happier 💛. Thank you God for allowing us to move on your time!
Moving at God’s pace makes me realize how fast I usually want to go. I always try to finish everything as quickly as possible, doing things “my way”, but when I learn to go at God’s pace and God’s timing, I go not slowly, but very controlled and not rushed, because everything plays out perfectly and everything has a peace to it, that peace of God, and no stress, anxiety, or adrenaline.
For me, moving in God’s timing means fully TRUSTING Him in every situation. At times, we try to ‘help’ God when what we’ve asked for takes longer than we thought but realizing that I am to lean NOT on my own understanding has been a great lesson from the Lord. Thanks for this sis, God bless ❤
Something that I noted when you were speaking about 2 Sam. 6:1-19, is that you said “this time”. The second attempt was successful, when there was more careful application in carrying the Ark of the covenant. There’s a process to the ways of God and we must follow His steps. Even with the delay, David still rejoiced because it’s God’s timing not ours. I just felt like that was encouragement for all the attempts of trying to things ahead of God, but “this time” as He’s leading us it will happen
Moving at God’s pace feels peaceful and more organic. Doors opens that are unexplainable. Moving ahead of him deals like anxiousness and insecurity. Thank you helping me to bring this into clear perspective. Keep the pace that God laid out ❤!!
I would describe moving at God's pace as being mindful, courageous and taking action when you feel HIs instruction. Accepting that the pace varies, God might want you to speed up or slow down depending where you are in the journey. Thank you Melody for your service in doing God's will. Many blessings to all.
So glad you said that about speed up or slow down! I was thinking I need to slow down too much is going on but my therapist helped me see that this is me flowing with the season I’m in.
Moving at God’s pace feels good, but also like I’m getting no where which can be frustrating & lead me to overthinking- sitting in my emotions too long or wanting to give up, but I hold onto the little faith I know I have in Jesus ALONE & remember I am called to REST & not rush to be perfect. Uploading content takes time, effort, and God’s direction & provision & when I rush to upload, the fruits of my labor are not as fruitful as they would be if I had waited on the Lord.
I read a book called The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, by a Christian author. I plan to make a video about it soon! It changed my perspective and has helped me to slow down. I've realized that you get more done efficiently by taking your time and being present at every step. I've moved away from the hustle culture and just listen to God first. If God is never in a hurry, why should we be?
I'm just going to be honest and say that moving at God's pace doesn't always feel good. Like starting/having my own RU-vid channel for instance. Moving at God's pace sometimes feels like I'm going to get left behind or as if I'm not progressing. I just have to keep gently reminding myself to trust HIS process and all will be well.
Hey Melody! To me moving at Gods pace gives me a different level of patience and peace that I feel like God is always trying to remind me that it’s his way and not mine. Before coming to Christ it was hard for me to take my hand off things and allow God to move me. So grateful for the journey and the growth from then to now!
Can you please do a video or respond to this comment on knowing the difference between anxious thoughts due to fear of getting out of comfort zone and anxious thoughts and feelings due to God trying to tell you you shouldn’t do something? I’m struggling to figure it out. Especially when it comes to time commitments.
Hey sis Gods pace for me is not leaning on my own understanding because i want everything to happen quickly and to understand its God speed along with his Grace and Mercy ❤
I agree. It feels peace even in what feels like a storm. I was frantically trying to implement something that God OK’d for me but I didn’t do it the way God instructed because I didn’t ask once I got the initial OK. And in the resulting delays and chaos, God had been directing me and I know it has already been worked out.
Wow, last week I randomly opened the Bible after needing some guidance and I was led to 1 Corinthians 13:12-14. And then seeing your video just gave me extra faith to trust in God’s plan. All I need to do is surrender and obey. Thank you so much for your videos🩷 May God bless you!
Transparently I have anxiety when it comes to God’s pace and for 2 main reasons: 1. Forgetting that He is the timekeeper when matters of my heart are eager to prevail 2. The world would have you feel that you are being unproductive or lazy and complacent
Moving at God’s pace releases the thought of wanting to be in control and brings so much peace as the exchange! You feel worry free because you know the father is going to work it out. Praying we all can be obedient and have an ear to hear the father in the mist of the worldly distractions.
Try to reflect on His character, who He is and you will know that He is trustworthy. "God is not a man, so he does not lie. He is not human, so he does not change his mind. Has he ever spoken and failed to act? Has he ever promised and not carried it through? "Numbers 23: 19❤
Good afternoon Mrs. Melody Alisha: I hope this comment finds you and your family doing well, blessed, and staying safe. I am doing well. My sister in Christ, you always come through in full effect with Heavenly Father's knowledge, wisdom, and scripture references! I love 💕 it!! How I would describe what it feels like to move at Heavenly Father's pace? It feels peaceful, inspiring, and awesome to know when I move at Heavenly Father's pace it will be done correctly, in His perfect timing, and under the right conditions. There were times I wasn't moving in His pace. I thought I could do some of those things on my own. That was a quick learning lesson for me not to disobey Heavenly Father when He has specifically instructed me on what to do and not to do. Today, it has been smoothier for me in my walk with Him. Heavenly Father is speaking to me in more ways than ever before and guiding my every footsteps. Peace Be Still and know that Heavenly Father will be there for you! 👆🏽🙌🏽🙏🏽😇💪🏽 Have a blessed week!
Moving at God’s pace is when it feels both natural yet uncomfortable. It’s a flow that one isn’t used to, but it’s the best thing! Your soul/spirit knows
I am reading 2 Samuel and I was wondering why the Lord struck him down, I also brought this up to my daughter. It bothered me so because of course that is something I would have done buttt you explained it so wonderfully it was about obedience. You brought back my remembrance of how the Lord wanted it done
I just want to say everyone has a channel teaching about God from their own personal perspective. WE ARE ALL DIFFERENT WITH DIFFERENT CIRCUMSTANCES SO WHAT WORKS FOR YOU DOES NOT WORK FOR EVERYONE ELSE!!!!!!!!!!! Just like we have different fingerprints. EVERYONE IS NOT CALLED TO PREACH OR TEACH SEEK GOD FOR YOURSELVES PEOPLE AND BUILD YOUR OWN UNIQUE RELATIONSHIP. These RU-vid ppl want likes and cash flow
Hello!! I have been watching your videos since late last year or early this year. I loooove your transparency ..& the breakdowns that you provide are a blessing! Please tell me what Study Bible you use ..maybe share the front cover. Thank You so much ..❤
The idea of moving at God's pace is making me want to punch air because I act on impusle, which is why I move so fast 🤣🤣🤣. And when a sis is fed up, I will quickly leave in a heartbeat 💀. I recently wrote in my prayer journal about not worrying about when will I quit my job and just focus on the Godly assigned tasks. Also, I need to let go of perfectionism and get comfrtable with being wrong and making mistakes. I'm usually a know-it-all or pretend to know-it-all for the sake of avoiding people and I realize I can't do that anymore.
I feel like in this season I’ve been hearing the key words “trust in God”and “have faith”. In the midst of everything I was going through in my last season, He moved me out of my mom’s house. I didn’t have anything saved and I didn’t know how I would be able to afford the rent each month. I feel like waiting on God’s pace is to just let Him handle that big thing for me. I own a photography business and last year God called me into entrepreneurship. I found myself looking to throw out some type of special to cover it, but I feel like God just wants me to be still. Lately I’ve been feeling physically and mentally tired cause I’m always on hustle mode but I just need to let God do His thing.
Thank you for this video! I truly am grateful for allowing God to speak through you. So what does it feel like moving at God's pace? It honestly felt frustrating in the beginning, giving up control, letting go completely and submitting wholely. Now it feels freeing. Like I can rest and my ahoulders feel light, because I was carrying too much. I realize that I was the one in the rush and I was missing steps. I am able to carefully move according to his will now.
Wow. This message has hit home for me. Listening to this teaching is God reminding me that I am forgiven. The consequences of my missteps have been incredibly painful. But God. He is a gracious and merciful Father. I am taking the step of obedience and coming into a realignment with Him. Moving at His pace. Trusting Abba Father that He knows what's best for me and what is on the other side. His love never ceases. Learning to lean on, follow, and trust Him daily.
Alright, sis! I understand now. I will definitely take it easy and slow down. I've been really focused on reading the Bible in one year. It's been a great way for me to connect with God and understand His word better. God is reminding me to continuously study the Bible and explore all the spiritual resources available. He has given me 5 specific assignments to complete. I would love to join your Bible study I have place my name on the waiting list and I'm going to enroll for those courses as well. Thanks! Sis!
Moving at God's pace for me is trusting His timing in my life despite how frustrating the waiting can be. I get overwhelmed emotionally and thoughts like God left me starts to bombard my mind but there has never been a time where God has left me. eagerness can cause you to be driven that's why we have to work on our faith and develop our fruits. IT IS NOT EASY but God is faithful and He isn't a man that lies, so His promises are true and definite. Controlling my emotions is still something I'm trying to master because my feelings has definitely blocked a lot of God's blessings out of my life. I just pray to be able to stay the course and head towards the mark.
So it doesn't bother y'all at all that the man was struck down for simply touching the ark by accident...that seems cruel to me....Yeah i believe God is good most times, but times like this...just confuse.
Sis I cannot tell you how aligned your videos are with what I am going through personally and its just God's mercy that I am able to find answers to the very questions that hound my heart! Love everything you're doing and admire how diligent you are on your content, I am so inspired
This is either something that I am experiencing now or something I'm about to walk into. I definitely deal with disobedience because I don't always trust that God will see me through everything. He knows His daughter does not like pain. I recently went on a series of interviews and it just seemed like nothing was working out. I just felt that I was going to be stuck. So, my spirit is just lost right now but I am trying to get back with God because it often times hard for me to hear Him so clearly and I have asked for signs/clarification from Him several times.
I feel like my biggest hurdle is not knowing how God wants me to start. I pray for direction but I don’t really feel like God answers, so I do what I think is best based on the information I have and pray that God shows me where I’m wrong or if I’m in the right path. I get nothing but rejection. It’s really discouraging 😞
I feel like for me I've always wanted to get the the next step and the Holy Spirit just brought back to mind something recent where I was studying for an exam and once I passed them (only by God's goodness and mercy) I wanted to get to the next step and get certified and in my head start my life, and when I got to the next step I was told I would have to wait some more (still waiting right now) before I could move forward and I was really sad about it But God spoke to me and He said I still have some things to learn and so it would be irresponsible of Him as my Heavenly Father to allow me to go forward before He knows I'm ready. God has been so good cause in this waiting season I have met so many wonderful people and doors of opportunity have opened up and I've been able to slow down and enjoy my last semester in school and just life around me. I know if I had gotten certified at that time I would not be as happy as I am now and the funny thing is I feel more ready to be Certified now than I thought I was lol All praises to God!!
Thank you for this video. What I took from it’s always good to do it in gods pace so we won’t loose sight of the things that he is doing or already done if don’t we will definitely miss out what he has for us.
Tbh...I dont think I've ever known what it feels like to live at God's pace. I am learning to, but I haven't yet gotten to a place where I truly am not feeling strong anxiety, ruminating, or thinking about what ifs. It's all I've ever known how to do and continues to be such a road block. I truly have not learned yet how to live outside of it as it's been a survival mechanism my entire life. It's keeping me from really knowing when and how God is speaking to me which is so frustrating as I've been trying for so long to become closer to Him and it feels like I just keep hitting a brick wall.
God has really blessed you with wisdom because I have read this verse and always wondered why Uzzah died for trying to save the arch. But now I know that good intentions don’t always mean obedience. ❤
This was so on time for me! I have a history of moving without consulting with God on things and I have a few bumps and bruises from going without His guidance. I never want to move without God again!!
Do they have a course on the book of proverbs to learn a more in-depth understanding of because I went looking to sign up just to start I only come across genesis can you let me know if do and thank you
I would like to say that the devil does in fact not bless us. The word says that all good things come from the Lord. If we think it’s a blessing and it is not then in fact it is not to be called a blessing but a stumbling block or attack to send us to stray away from the Lord. I love what your doing, stay encourage Jesus does truly love you❤️
I needed this. I’m at a place where I feel like I’m fighting but the truth of the matter - I stopped following His plan and how He laid it out for me. Following His plan (being obedient) is definitely better than what I sacrificed because at the end of the day…my sacrifice to Him was just me offering Him proof of my disobedience (ouch). Your transparency on your walk is much appreciated. Continue to be a blessing!
Your video came just at the right time. I was feeling overwhelmed with what im doing and was asking God to help me with time management and increasing my capacity. Great message. Signing up for the course
It feels like slowing down and waiting. I’m so used to trying to do things in my own strength and I struggle with truly resting in God. I’m in the waiting room and trusting Him for what’s next.
Transparently I have anxiety when it comes to God’s pace and for 2 main reasons: 1. Forgetting that He is the timekeeper when matters of my heart are eager to prevail 2. The world would have you feel that you are being unproductive or lazy and complacent
Thank you for your obedience to speak on this topic!! I was literally just thinking about what it means for God to grace me to do what He has called me to! To move at God's pace for me has often felt like operating from a strength that I know is not my own, it is a firm strength that is steadfast. One thing I have been learning is that when God graces us for something, in our natural mind and to other people it will seem impossible to get through. But that is how I know it is God's grace because without it, I in my human flesh could not do it. God's pace is not slow and is not hurried, so if I am feeling either, that means I need to go back to the Father and ask Him to steady me.
Hey, Melody. I just wanted to say that you were awesome with that topic. I’m trying to grow closer to god this year and i needed this video. I’m also a new subscriber so I can’t wait to see your content. God bless you! See you tomorrow! Bye bye!
I do not think the devil gives believers blessings. I do believe that the enemy tries to steal the blessings from the righteous. I believe this is a tactic of the devil to make the believer doubt god.
Ahhhh your content is simply a breath of fresh air. Moving at God’s pace can be scary yet needed because he will push you out of your comfort zone when the time is right.
