Reciprocity Matters: Learning to Steward What God Has Given Me

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  There was a time in my life when I gave freely without much thought about whether that giving was being reciprocated. I showed up for people. I listened. I encouraged. I supported. I poured into friendships and relationships because that was simply who I was. But over time, I began to notice a pattern. I was often the one reaching out. I was often the one checking in. I was often the one giving, encouraging, helping, and investing. While there is nothing wrong with being generous, I eventually realized that constantly pouring without being replenished comes at a cost. Reciprocity matters. Healthy relationships are not about keeping score. They are not transactional. They are built on mutual care, respect, and investment. Both people contribute. Both people make an effort. Both people value the relationship enough to nurture it. When only one person is invested, the relationship becomes unbalanced. For many years, I continued giving even when I received very little in return. Part...

The 4 P’s: Presence, Power, Purpose, Protection

 


 For anyone who thinks I do the healing work on my own—I don’t.

The truth is, I was inspired to make a project out of myself—probably because I spent so much time trying to fix other people. But I couldn’t even fix myself.

God did. (No Khaled๐Ÿ˜)

I sought His Presence (His presence comes with Peace) because I was tired of being let down by people. And when I did… He met me there.

Scripture: 

“Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.”
— James 4:8 (NKJV)

Affirmation:

I am never alone—God’s presence surrounds and sustains me.
I rest in His nearness and peace.

 He gave me Power.
People say I’m strong, courageous—but honestly?
My flesh is weak and I was spiritually weak..
It is God who strengthens me.

Scripture:

“But He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.’”
— 2 Corinthians 12:9 (NIV)

Affirmation:

In my weakness, God’s power is made strong.
I rise each day empowered by His Spirit.

 He revealed His Purpose for my life—
Something I always felt deep down… but ran from.
And I realize now, the enemy had access producing those doubts for too long.

Scripture:

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
— Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

Affirmation:

I was created on purpose, for a purpose.
I walk boldly in the calling God placed over my life.

 

And even now, God continues to offer Protection.
No weapon formed against me shall prosper.
He is my hiding place. My shield. My covering.

Scripture:

“No weapon formed against you shall prosper…”
— Isaiah 54:17 (NKJV)

Affirmation:

I am covered, guarded, and shielded by God.
His protection goes before me and surrounds me always.

I give thanks for all He has done…
For what He is doing now…
And for what will be done in Jesus’ name

 

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