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We have entered a new year, 2025, praising the Lord Jesus Christ!

Many people have not made it to the New Year.

But we give thanks for His grace. 

As we embrace the new, of what God is doing in 2025.

God has been teaching me a lesson about ‘The Right Relationships’ over the past year.

Often, we think the people around us do not affect us. 

A spoken word preached by Rev Lucy Natasha was shared with me.

The message focuses on the ‘Power of Association’.

Highlights from the spoken word:

An association brings impartation. 

Relationships make you or break you.

People in your life can exhaust you or exalt you.

People can either be a help or a hindrance. 

Love is a must, but a relationship is a choice. 

Relationships can cause stagnation. 

Amos 3:3 reminds us, “Can two walk together, except they are agreed upon?”

This relates to the previous written word within this blog, about ‘Growing in Grace’ where I explained : 

‘Relationships can become a hindrance for growth and potential to cause contamination’. 

Proverbs 12:26 instructs, “The righteous should choose his friends carefully, for the way of the wicked leads them astray”. 

Too often, people are in the wrong place at the wrong time due to their friendships, which has led to fatalities.

Sometimes, the friendships we develop can cause us more pain than good.

But you must protect your peace. 

Proverbs 4:23 says, “ Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it”.

Our friendships must be free from jealousy, bitterness, unforgiveness, and hatred. 

Similar to Amos 3:3, the term “in one accord” comes up often in the bible, in particular:

Romans 15:6: “So that with one accord you may with one glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ”.

‘One accord’ means remaining in unity and harmony. 

1 Thessalonians 5:11 reads, “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing”. 

Let us remove any discouragement. 

Be around those who build you up in faith and do not pull you down.

The spirit of discernment is an effective tool for determining whether an individual is for you or against you.

But do not underestimate the power of asking God for yourself, as He will always respond and direct you. 

Matthew 7:7 “Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you”.

You should choose your friendships wisely and your potential life partner. 

My mother gave me the book Soul Ties by David Cross. Relationships and their possible detriment to our lives are often not discussed.

They can affect our spirit and destiny. 

It is important to note that not only the physical relationships you develop but also the emotional relationships can have an impact. 

When a soul tie is formed, you are connected to that person.

This can leave you open to that person’s spiritual and generational issues, which have been passed down through generations. 

We often wonder where the attacks or patterns in our lives have stemmed from without realising we have left ourselves open by the connections we have formed. 

Sometimes, these connections can hinder our development, prevent us from meeting the right individual God intended for us, and prevent us from fulfilling God’s promises. 

You must break every ungodly soul tie with prayer. 

God did say: “It’s not good for the Man to be alone; I’ll make him a helper, a companion..” (Genesis 2:18-25).

But we must have wisdom and be led by God in who we choose. 

We must not be desperate. 

2 Corinthians 11:14 explains, “And no wonder, for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light”. 

A relationship may seem appealing to the eye, but we can easily be deceived. 

In the Holy Bible App, Vladimir Savchuk explains that finding the right person should be a matter of want, not a need. He offers a seven-day devotional entitled ‘Single and Ready to Mingle’. 

Ephesians 3:20 assures us, “Now unto Him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we can ask or think, according to that power that worketh in us”.

God always provides

Do not rush His timing 

Do not put things into your own hands. 

It may be a decision that affects your destiny, which you will have to live with for the rest of your life. 

Please do not take it lightly. 

The person you choose must have the right character. 

2 Corinthians 6:14 says, “Do not unequally yoke together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? And what communion hath light with darkness?” 

Rev Lucy Natasha explains that our relationships should be of the same spirit. 

The Hebrew boys Meshach, Shadrach and Abednego (Daniel 3:16-18) encouraged each other and could withstand the fire. 

Are the current friends you have in your life able to stand in the fire with you?

Facing the trials that come your way. 

Standing by your side in your destiny. 

Or will they back out or turn away at the first hurdle? 

Relationships should encourage us to flourish. 

Relationships should bring us closer to God.

Relationships should support our purpose.

PRAYER

Father, in the Name of Jesus,

We give you thanks and praise,

We thank you for your mercy and grace,

We pray you will forgive us and cleanse us again,

From every sin and carnal nature,

Remove any unforgiveness,

We bless your Name,

You are worthy to be praised,

We thank you for this new year,

Give us wisdom for who will remain with us in 2025,

Give us discernment,

Lead and direct us,

Protect us from friendships that are not of your will for our lives,

Provide the right relationships,

We pray for friendships free from jealousy and bitterness,

Choose our circle, Lord.

Guard our hearts,

May we continue to love others,

Help us to build each other up,

Remove any discouragement,

Choose the right life partner,

Remove any blockages,

Remove every soul tie,

Remove all stagnation,

Help us to fulfil the promises you have for us,

Please help us to wait on you,

I declare we will trust in you with all our heart, leaning not on our own understanding in all our ways submitting to you, and you will make our paths straight (Proverbs 3:5-6),

May our relationships bring us closer to you,

May our relationships propel us to our destiny,

In your precious Holy Name,

Amen.

Written by Jaeger. V

5/01/2025