Thank you so much for this beautiful message. Had to put 2 of my grown kids out last night. I'm a widow and lost my husband Gerald last year. I'm going through the worst in my life and then the enemies uses my kids as his flying monkeys to mess with me in my weakest. I prayed in my bathroom with my son in law and then the Lord removed them both as soon as I came back from the store. I have peace again in my house praise God. My son told me I did the right thing. Now, I can grieve my beloved husband Gerald in peace. Please pray for me. ❤❤
He's telling the truth! I had friends, or at least I thought they were, and they could not understand my pain when my cousin died. I was very close to her and her death hurt me deeply. One tried to comfort me the best she could, but her older sister (the other friend) was in her ear telling her God knows what and over time they hung out with me less and less. After awhile they stopped talking to me. I guess I was too sad, hurt, and depressed for them. This was the end of my freshman year into the beginning of my sophomore year of college when my cousin died. I was dealing with this away from my family. I thought they would be there for me. I ended up being alone in the situation. I was the most angry and hurt that I had been since my grandma died, but it was different because I ended up alone. My cousin died on 12-25-07. From January '08 until 9-19-09 there was a lot going between me and these friends. 9-19-09 was the end of the friendship for me. I was fed up with the whole thing. During my college experience I had to experience being alone after that, but I made new friends because those two were not meant to go with me to my next level in life. I was sad that we were not friends anymore, but I had to realize that they were not on my level anymore. I also realized that they were not on my level before then either because I was giving more than they were.
Yeah, it's deeper then that, once you remove hate from your spirit and your light starts to shine people that operate in a state of darkness are threaten by you just being in the room, because your light is a threat to there darkness.
Isolation/ and solitude is a part of growth . That’s why so many people can get there mind together sometimes when going away ether incarceration or military school etc . The quite time is a place for you and your higher power to hear things you can’t hear with noise
I thought it was only me. I just accomplished something huge and everyone who was supposedly cool vanished or wanted to have a falling out. After today, I am going to see this differently.
Separation hurts but it's sometimes necessary. I had no friends for 4 years straight..It was lonely. And family weren't exactly on my side either. Now I have better friends. And I dont bother with family for my own sanity💯💯
This, well I love my family I just need to stay away from the so-called friends I forced myself into relationships with them and it's exhausting and I'm ready to cut ties and move on.
It's 2022, and I am so grateful for this message. It takes me back to all my years as a Labor and Delivery nurse, when I helped so many doctors, and so many women give birth. How Supervisors tried to belittle and make me feel less than the nurse that I was. The doctors went to bat for me and kept me in a department that wanted me gone. The head nurse's tried several times. But just like Rickey said. God sits high and looks low. And he kept me. I just kept on doing my job and believing. Thanks Rickey for words you spoke years ago that I only heard today. May 15,2022. Confirms my beliefs.
I have isolated for the last three years! I declare 2019 my year to soar! New church home, solid friendships, strong family ties(ignoring those that have gatherings and don’t invite me; loving on those that want me there)!!! .......
I didn't understand at first hearing this now i do! My children always ask me Moma where ARE YOUR FRIENDS? Even they noticed family and friends always wanna tell me about thier weekend, brunch vacation, parties, but im never invited! Im learning to be just fine with that! It hurts to my core but God is allwing me to be quietly, and gracefully broken down so he can be my core strength. The center of my life a core that wont rot. One i cannot be separated from. Thank you for you comment! I thank God for Rickey!
I agree new levels new devils; yet a fresh start is just that - fresh and refreshing! God doesn’t close one door without opening another! Thanks Brotha!
This message changed my life. I watch it when I need encouragement...It helped me learn how to become resilient, lose my need for validation, and understand that sometimes even people you love can change on you. At times strangers can be kinder than people in your own bloodline. Thanks for sharing this wisdom! 🙏
WOWZER!!! SO REAL, TRUE, AND NECESSARY. WORKERS OF INIQUITY. IF GOD BE FOR YOU/ME/US THAT'S MORE THAN ANY THAT WILL COME AGAINST YOU. BLESS THE LORD! WELL SAID AND WELL RECEIVED. BLESSINGS!!!
Whew! Not sure how this old message ended up in my feed today, but God is always right on time! Thank you Rickey Smiley for caring enough to share this amazing message. God bless you Brotha!
When you said you can go to Ms So and So house, eat and lay on the couch my tears started rolling. I’ve been asking God for that, my parents and grandparents are deceased and I don’t have siblings. Sometimes you just need a grandma figure to love on you without expecting something in return. Word says when my father and mother forsake me the Lord will take me up. Amen thanks for your encouragement.
He didn’t finish the rest of the Psalm: “He anoints my head with oil My cup runs over Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life I shall dwell in the house of the Lord Forever.”
I just got testy eyed. At times I feel thrown away but this video was just a reminder that I’m not thrown away. I am definitely in the season of isolation. My nana/mama just sent this to me 🙏🏾😩 Thank you Nana 💯 Glory To God ‼️
I needed to hear this. Some of my family judged me, talked about me just bc I wanted better, kids disrespected me. Single mom at the time but my how them tables turned and I thank God everyday even though I’m dealing with mean teens right now.
Isolation then come elevation!! Bye devil's God moving me to the next level and God has equipped me for the next level of devil's!!! If God be for me who can be against me?? Isaiah 54:17.... God bless you Rickey Smiley, for this encouraging message 🙏
I just further realized I am a testament to this. I finally broke free from wondering why family members don't speak to me after my parents died. It's so freeing to know that that's ok. Able to move on and enjoy my life. Now I see why and confirmation that IT'S "FAMILY" too that need to be Let Go!
Man. I'm just hearing this for the 1st time and when you hit on ISOLATION that was confirmation for me. because that is the season that I am in. I mean they are falling off like flies.
Not a fan of his TV shows but I respect him as a man. Man of integrity & I believe he speaks his truth. Ima business owner...I am experiencing this now...i starting getting blessed with growth and my friends starting hating me
This popped right up on my news feed and couldn’t be more on time than now as I am in a season of letting go and pausing ppl, places and things that have caused a disruption to my peace. Live & Light ✨❤️✨
What a blessed word. Thanking the creator and you for those words of wisdom. Be not conformed to this world but ye transformed by the renewing of your mind. If it doesn't work transform it. Bless.
@@macknificenttvmcgee8591 Amen YW we have to protect out inner peace wolves come is sheep's clothing, smile in your face all the while they wanna take your place. Stay viligant and be watchful if you pay attention the signs are there, follow your inner voice. You tell from a person's body language and face the attics they get to a point where they can't hide it anymore.
Separation...for Sanctification...yes it hurts for love ones to betray and hurt you...But God allows you to heal...and go from glory to glory..higher and higher...❤
This is November 2022 and your testimony is still relevant. Some people who were very close to me have walked out of my life because I began to set boundaries and stand for what’s right. 🙌🙏🏽
I’ve been isolated my entire life but I also have been blessed IMMENSELY by God. I give God the glory because he brought kind and caring people who truly loved me into my life and took away those who only meant me harm. Praise be to God 🕊🙌🏾💕
This may be old for some, but NEW for me!! This is a POWERFUL message. After 2 years the sweetness is still fresh !! COME on HERE Rickey Smiley!! Amazing, I'm in isolation and it is for me to GROW!! Thank you for THIS!! PREACH!! I needed to hear this!! Use that PLATFORM for the GLORY OF GOD!!! I'm just crying.................
Yes Yes Yes....I miss my Granny too. We have to cherish those jewels God placed here for US. My Granny name is on my left arm close to my 💖. Thank you Ricky. 🙏✨
I don’t know how i stumbled on this video . I haven’t been on RU-vid in such a long time and i finally went on and this was the first video that popped up. I really needed this and needed to hear this with everything in me . Isolation is a scary thing but it’s needed sometimes . People need to find themselves and understand that everybody isn’t for them. When you grow, you start to outgrow useless friendships and relationships (either family or intimate). And not because you think you’re better but because some people don’t want to grow with you or are just honestly jealous of you . Thank you for this Rickey Smiley
God sent me to Arabia 3 years ago. He took ALL my friends. He didn't leave one. It's been a painful and lonely journey, but I am finally seeing a light at the end of the tunnel.
Be encouraged. One thing that I have learned is he loves us. And wants what's best for us. I have to resonate this to myself. He knows what is best for me. When I think I know it all....no. He does. Blessings to you.💖💯
@@YummyChoco1 Thank you. It was extremely difficult at first. Some of my friends had been my friend for 30+ years. I tell myself that He loves me everyday. If I didnt believe that I would have bailed out a long time ago. Knowing that He loves me no matter what keeps me from going astray.
@@carolynlockett8756 Yes. I had a similar situation. It hurt me so bad. I still think of her. Miss all those good times and laughter. It was time though.
@@YummyChoco1 I had to give up 25 and 30+ year friendships. I understand. They dont make friends like they use to. People aren't loyal anymore. I will probably never have close friends again.😥
Carolyn Lockett YOU DONT EVEN ME NOR ME KNOWING YOU CAROLYN BUT U HAVE A FRIEND IN ME EVEN IF WE ONLINE OR ON A COMPUTER..YOU ARE BLESSED QUEEN THAT GOD PUT HIS HANDS ON SO HAVING JUST ONE FRIEND LIKE YOU IS ALL ONE NEEDS...be well dear, stay in the blessings🙏🙏🙏🙏
when I found this video I had just recently gotten a new job after dealing with being at one where certain folks were always critical of me.... to the point I even started to question my own capabilities but I had to be reminded of this, too. My homegirl is an amazing person and Good is really blessing her but she was in tears yesterday because of evildoers and workers of iniquity. Thank you Mr. Smiley for teaching the truth.
Rickey Smiley, thank you for this powerful Word! Love your encouraging messages. Just saw this one today (Sept. 26, 2022). I know from personal experience that elevation requires separation... and isolation. A few years ago, I literally severed bad friendships. I tolerated their mockery, cruel comments and arrogant attitudes for way too long. Letting go was the BEST move I ever made. Thank You Jesus!!
Isolation....wow!! I focused, got them out of my life and became a multi millionaire in 3 short years. A winners realm is not this world...let them roll without you!! Learn to be happy by yourself...love from a distance.😁💕
I know all to well what I have called "The Season Of Letting people go", I have felt this way for awhile and my vision became so much clear; because I finally realized just how rude and uncaring "so called friends" can be. And even when I lost my beloved mother on 2/22/2011; during that time I stayed closed to my true and number one friend-The Lord Jesus ! At this time now, I have just a few friends, true to heart friends. Sometimes it is alright to" let go", and to go forward with your dreams and plans and ambitions. The Good Lord will always make a way and for folks to pay it forward. If you have a few extra dollars donate it to the poor, see a person who is homeless and may be hungry, get them some food. The Lord will Bless you for your good deeds !
J Rodriguez. Sorry for your lost. You are so bless to have friends. Just to have one for me is all I pray for. You are also bless to go higher in your education; am proud of you. Congrats! Merry Christmas and Blessings
What a mighty God we serve!!! I was up @ 4am reading psalms 118 encouraging myself in the Lord. My husband of 10 yrs abandoned our 5 kids (10 & under) & i & I've been very discouraged. My family & inlaws r abusive have tried to emotionally destroy us. We had to let them go so we can grow as a family. God uses the most unusual people to bring a word💥😊 Thankyou so much for allowing a word to go forth to encourage a heartbroken stranger!
it's something when you don't feel loved by your family. and you give so much for your love one and they do you wrong make you feel like you diverse it. But if it was not for God I would have last my mine. Am take it one day at a time.
Two years ago, I saw this video. TODAY, RU-vid brought me back. I just signed a contract and feeling the OUTLANDISH JEALOUSY. I swear this time, @6:00 and @7:23 HIT DIFFERENTLY! #Tears
On point! What a wonderful reminder to us all NOT to get caught up in PEOPLE but get caught up in GOD! YES!!!! Ricky got me running around my office this morning...
It hit me hard when you mentioned your grandma! My soul left me when mines died. I didn’t know how long o was grieving until I heard you explain how you feel. Omg that hit hard because she was my best friend. She loved me more than my mom. Ty Ricky for being so honest abt your prior pain❤️
The lord brought me here because I’ve been in dilation for the last 7 months . Yes I’ve lost tremendous friend and family as well as a relationship because my vision for how I am moving is different from theirs, and many times I’ve questioned myself on if I am doing the right thing. I am glad RU-vid post this on my feed because I needed to hear this. God bless you Mr.Smiley for sharing this on your platform it spoke to me .
I accidentally clicked on this because I was watching a Steve Harvey episode, and I’m so happy that I did. Thank you Rickey: I needed this. I love you in the blessed way 🥰💚🌹7/24/2019
Preach Rickey.Can't let blessings come into your life until you let the darkness in your life go and want to make a change.Thank you Rickey ..and the church says....."Amen"
Praise God for your humility and accountability my brother! While your comedic side often has me in stitches, I praise God for your transparency. I am pleased to know that you are NOT ASHAMED of the Gospel of Jesus Christ! Peace and rest to your mind, body, and spirit. I will be praying for you my brother. Stay "flat-footed" focused on and in Christ. 🙏💖. Tonya P. (4/8/2017)
Let the Rickey Smiley Show & Listeners saaaay aaaaaaaaamen!!!! U know u can bring itttt!!!! Thank u!!! May God continue to keep u! I’ve always been a fan of urs! Ur encouragement truly is helpful! I graduated college from college and bought me a “used” Mercedes and my family can’t stand me and God knows I have a humble heart! Makes me wonder what will happen when I go back for another degree. Oh well! ✌🏽
Thank you, for this wonderful message.I’m a single mother of three, all adults. For the first time in 40 yrs I had to walk away from my disrespectful only SON. I’m learning to put Hod first and then myself. It hurts and at the same time I feel like a new person. I’m finally free…..
It's Aug 8th 2019. I live in Sec 8 now. My mother, father & grandmother are deceased. I have no friends. Me & my brothers & my sister aren't really close. I come from a abusive home. I've been praying for help & going to the church alter to lay my prayers down. Yesterday I found myself writing a suicide letter. I planned everything out. I even brought the pills. I have never been so Alone & Lonely. I am thankful for all that I have. I just feel like God has stopped loving me & hearing my voice. This message made me cry. It was nice to hear that I am not the only one going thru something. I just feel like giving up. I'm going to pray again today. I don't know what will happen to me. I don't know where I'm going. But it was good seeing this message.
