Advancing the Kingdom of God

Blessings in the Realm of Justice by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-29T09:22:00.000-07:00

True citizens of any nation choose to live in the righteous boundaries of that nation, and blessings flow in living in the realm of justice. God has provided a Kingdom nation for its citizens, a government for abundant life. Living for eternity now is realized by submitting to the love, power, and glory of this Kingdom within each of us. Blessed are those who align themselves with the substance of heaven.

Kingdom Rules From Within by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-28T07:39:00.000-07:00

Obedience in the Kingdom is not obeying a defined set of rules for all, but obedience to a God who uniquely defines us all. Systems love to rule with rules while driving compliance through performance and fear. The Kingdom places its loving domain within the hearts of it's citizen who willingly submit to the King's rules of engagement for life. Kingdom justice is executed with love, mercy, and grace for all.

Pleasing Self Displeases God by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-27T10:47:00.000-07:00

Vain religion brings comfort to those consumed by their own needs and desires. They pridefully follow the moral majority rules thinking that this pleases God. They settle for eternal security, wait for heaven, and wonder why the world hasn't changed much. When they awaken to the Kingdom within, they become Spirit driven to lovingly meet the needs of others, which makes them world changers bringing pleasure to their God.

The "Being" of What We Believe by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-26T11:31:00.000-07:00

We can have beliefs that align with the Kingdom of God and still not be living in the integrity of those beliefs. There is often a gap between knowing and doing, and to know and not do is to truly not know. Agreements collapse under pressure, and we do not understand covenant. The power we desire to live in will not come until we begin to live in harmony with our beliefs, agreements, and covenants with God and man.

Christ to Everyone and Everything by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-25T11:34:00.000-07:00

It is my desire to be like Christ to everyone and in everything. It amazing to know that as I continue to be conformed in His likeness, I bring pleasure to Almighty God. Transformation begins in my own heart and allows me to live a Spirit empowered existence of bringing light to the world. Transformed people can transform nations by touching cities and impacting culture through the power of Love filled Presence.

The "Not About Me" Life by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-24T06:59:00.000-07:00

Many people are trapped in the "it's all about me" life, and faith has become a "ticket to heaven" one day rather than a "carrier of heaven" for today. The love of neighbors, outsiders, or even God has become more theory than reality, and knowledge has become an illusion to actually living the love message. God is causing an awakening to authentic life, and we are welcomed participants in His love revolution.

You Are A World Changer by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-23T08:36:00.000-07:00

You are becoming a world changer! It begins with a transformed heart, a renewed mind, a changed self. As Spirit transforms self further into the image of God, you are able to move in power as a divine change agent for good. World changers understand the priorities of God and move in His love and compassion. Draped in humility, they acknowledge the presence of God as the power for all change in the world.

Mobilize Your Desire to Succeed by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-22T11:06:00.000-07:00

Desire remains just a thought in the absence of intentional activities. Empowered mobilization brings reality to desire and good intentions. There must be an ongoing hunger and thirst for dreams to become reality. You are propelled forward when you pursue them as if they are oxygen for your every breath. In the fusion of God, desire, and focused intentions, you will overcome all obstacles toward a successful reality.

Learn Along Destiny's Highway by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-21T13:05:00.000-07:00

There are many roads we take that converge with destiny's highway. It is the growth we experience towards destiny that matters most. We can trust our Divine navigation system to adjust our course as He deems necessary along the way. Sometimes we choose roads that call for rigorous realignment, and heavens highway is not always fun, but it is our attitude that determines how well we enjoy the journey.

Choose Not, the Snare of Despair by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-20T18:10:00.000-07:00

Make the choice each day to not fall into the snare of despair, remembering those who remained hopeful in the midst of great trials. They chose faith over circumstance, lifted out of darkness and into a positive light for everything and everyone. Realities demand a response, but our response does not have to take us further into darkness, as God empowers us and sustains us in our choosing life through adversity.

Blessings in the Realm of Justice by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-19T05:51:00.000-07:00

True citizens of a nation desire to live in the life prescribed boundaries of that nation, and blessings flow from living in the realm of justice. God has provided a Kingdom nation for its citizens, a government for life. Living for eternity now is realized by willingly submitting to the love, glory, and power deposited within each of us. Great rewards await those who align themselves with the substance of heaven.

Living in the Integrity of Agreements by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-18T06:55:00.000-07:00

Agreements matter, and we must live in the integrity of our internal and external agreements. Most people make judgments and assessments based on circumstances, presuppositions, or past history. Authentic leaders do not operate from these low realm indicators and instead choose to live honorably through their deliberations. These leaders willingly submit to wisdom that is congruent with their established agreements.

Passionately Pursue a Shared Life by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-17T06:14:00.000-07:00

Outstanding success can come from both desire and skill in relating with others in business and in life. We have been designed to flourish in the strength that only togetherness can provide. It begins with the foundation of love for God, for self, and for the crown of creation called humanity. Trust God, risk being rejected, and passionately pursue shared life experiences that flow through authentic relationships.

Listen for the Mysteries of God by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-16T16:54:00.000-07:00

God speaks to us great mysteries in a variety of ways. He does so through creation, dreams, visions, and speaking, wisdom, and encouragement to our hearts. Confirm the voice of Wisdom while moving in agreement to His instructions. Accept Providence in what He does and what He may not do in your expectations, and regardless of your understanding, expect His amazing grace to fill in all the gaps along your journey.

Loving Beyond the Establishments of Man by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-15T04:50:00.000-07:00

Those who are spiritual live in truth, justice, and inclusivity, while exclusive others put religious activities above grace, mercy, and truth. Religious systems want to collect people in buildings while God desires to connect with all people beyond mans establishments. Religion protects itself by separating from the world while the children of God go fearlessly into the world in the power of His love.

Building on the Strength of "Us" by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-14T06:00:00.000-07:00

We must break down the walls of "me" and "them" to begin to let go of the lines that divide, and be able to love and appreciate all of humanity. We must not ignore the vulnerability and brokenness that all of humanity shares, as well as all of the potential for good. Together we can build a brighter tomorrow when we acknowledge the strengths outside of ourselves, and build in the power of God and "us".

The Kingdom Beyond Human Constraints by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-13T08:42:00.000-07:00

Living life in freedom is a lifetime of becoming human as God intended. God designed us to be supernaturally empowered in the practical, manifesting His glory through the ordinary. It occurs in the now, through living incarnations of Himself, and not through the lenses of law and morality codes. The Kingdom is beyond human constraints or containment, and as children, we are welcomed participants.

Heavenly Fleet, Heavenly Cargo by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-12T04:02:00.000-07:00

The truth and light of God cannot be hidden. When it permeates a vessel, the vessel cannot damper it. The vessel is fueled by it, guided by it, and shines brilliantly for it. These vessels for good on earth will not be detoured while being propelled as agents of love, light, and goodwill to all. This heavenly loaded fleet continues to emerge and converge, delivering the precious cargo of heaven to the earth.

"Being" is Beyond the Entrapments of Doing by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-11T07:47:00.000-07:00

You an amazing part of creations big picture while not being asked to do anything more than what you have been designed for. Having a valued role in God means that you live in freedom and can cast your burdens on Him. You are fully authorized to participate with nothing to prove to mankind, because your significance and dignity comes from God. It is beyond the entrapments of doing, because you can rest in your being.

Ego Dismissed Through Significance by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-10T07:17:00.000-07:00

Ego must be disregarded and dismissed in order to welcome and embrace a significant Spirit life. Ego likes to believe we are separate from God and others while maintaining the need to acquire, possess, and control. Life in the Spirit seeks Gods directives, perspectives, and Gods glory in all things. Spirit man loves and serves for the benefit of others while doing so knowing their true identity as a child of God.

Legacies Are Not Built On Potential by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-09T06:09:00.000-07:00

Legacies cannot be built on mere potential. Greatness resides within you, although it is what you do that flows authentically through who you are that matters most. Reputations can be fleeting as they can be built up for years and yet destroyed in a moment. Remain confident in who you are and the gifts you have while at the same time continuing in the essential activities that build a great life and legacy.

The Gift of Choice by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-08T10:20:00.001-07:00

One of God's greatest gifts to each of us is the gift of choice. Wisdom reveals to us that most circumstances that occur in our lives are directly related to choices that have been made. How quickly we forget the opportunity that choice provides, especially in the midst of struggle. When we initiate good choices in thoughts and actions, we reap a sound mind, and productive lives. Choose well this day!

Avoid the Bitterness Detour by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-07T12:02:00.000-07:00

Our choices, the choices of others, and God's providence have led us to this place called today. Hope instigates happiness while pursuing our dreams through life's peaks and valleys. If we do take the bitterness detour, we can go through struggles with discipline, dignity, and happiness, and knowing the promise we have for brighter tomorrows.

Connective and Collective Joy by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-06T06:12:00.000-07:00

When you are told that you are faster, smarter, or more beautiful than others, it feels good. It seems like joy can be associated with being different, or standing above the crowd, but such joy is very temporary. True joy is hidden where we are the same as other people as part of God's family. It is the joy of being family, and of lovingly sharing life together. "God in us," brings connective and collective joy in creation.

Embracing God and Creation by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-05T05:37:00.000-07:00

A spiritual person is one who holds both God and creation in thoughtful and loving embrace. Aware of God's love for humanity, those who are Spirit led will hurt at injustice, live in God's own pain over the ills of humanity, and share in the pain and suffering of others. They are compelled to take action, their greatest passion is compassion, and their greatest strength is love and the defiance of despair.

Joy Filled Strength and Life by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-04T08:29:00.000-07:00

Abundant life comes through a joy filled existence. God gives us freedom, and especially the freedom to choose. Regardless of what you have experienced or are experiencing in your journey, there is a promise, hope, and choice that remain for you. Embracing hope through faith you can choose joy over sorrow, regret, and despair. Joy fuels a passionate heart, and God illuminated joy brings strength to each day.

Faith is the Remedy for Fear by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-03T07:52:00.000-07:00

The fear of pain and heartache is far worse than the suffering itself. The remedy for fear of the future is faith in your present, faith in the God who has brought you to now, and faith that He will guide you through every tomorrow. Suffering has little hope in the heart of one who is chasing their visions and dreams. Every moment spent in your engagement with destiny, are moments spent encountering God and eternity.

To Learn is to Win by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-02T10:37:00.000-07:00

I have won, I have lost, and I have learned. What I have won I do not take for granted, nor do I rest upon my past victories. When I have lost, I have often gained, and I never gaze long at my past defeats. What I have learned has become a treasure that can never be taken from me. There are both winning and losing experiences through life, but to have learned is to have become, a winner.

Expect the Unexpected Gifts in Life by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-07-01T07:28:00.001-07:00

I learned a long time ago to expect the unexpected and I have also learned that the unexpected was often God's expected provision for my good. His gifts come in the form of comforting victories as well as strengthening trials. Embrace God's unexpected gifts no matter how comforting or discomforting they may be. Expect that over time, you will learn and grow from the unexpected opportunities that God sends your way.

Life Beyond the Meetings by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-06-30T09:10:00.000-07:00

Religion often communicates that a church meeting is more significant than loving and serving people in every day life. We wonder why we do not make a difference in our communities when we do not bring relevant faith, hope, and love to those who need it the most. Be thankful for purpose filled meetings, but be more thankful for the opportunity to make a difference in people lives in moments of each and every day.

The Truth, The Way, The Life by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-06-29T11:34:00.001-07:00

God Himself contains all Truth for He is Absolute Truth. He is the creator of all things, the giver of life, the All who restores all through His Truth. He beckons us to choose freedom and His abundant reality life. He empowers us to discern what is of His substance while uncovering the paradigms that mimic the truth but in the end leads us away from His best. Christ, sets us free into His amazing truth, way, and life.

Replace the Lies with Truth by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-06-28T07:18:00.000-07:00

Things that happen to us are not nearly as damaging as the aftermath in our minds, and how we process them, release the power of them, or allow the painful memories to control to our mind, will, and emotions. Often times our thoughts become lies and keep us in bondage to our circumstances. Change the story in your mind, replace the lies with the truth, and healing can come while you get back on course with destiny.

Leaders: Love and Strength Filtered by Humility by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-06-27T08:49:00.000-07:00

People throughout history have been marginalized by the hierarchical controls of titled and entitled leaders of various systems. There are authorities, assignments and gifts that God gives to serve others, but His Kingdom is never self serving, and always beckoning servants to lay down their lives for others. Empowerment to lead as an ambassador for God comes from the foundation of love and a strength filtered by humility.

Liberty For Fallen Soldiers by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-06-26T11:37:00.000-07:00

They who die for liberty, live in liberty, eternally present with God, while leaving a hope filled legacy for future generations. We are cheerful because they made a difference for each of us, and we are tearful because we journey on without them in the freedom they made possible. We thank God for our fallen soldiers and pray amazing strength, courage, and peace for their families, as God's truth goes marching on.

All Things in God Are For Good by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-06-26T11:00:00.000-07:00

God's presence has never left you, and His love abides forever. It does not matter what you have done or what you have failed to do in regards to His desire to do you good. Receive the goodness of God, and together with Him you will make better decisions for your future. The past is gone but the future is bright, while He walks you through the consequences of your past. All things work together for good with God.

Authenticity Brings Empowerment by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-06-25T10:10:00.000-07:00

Who are we trying to please? To the one, there is relational harmony, and we are a welcomed in their life. To another, there is dissonance, and they find no reason to allow us into their world. We must be true to who we are regardless of how we may be perceived or received. Authenticity brings strength, honor, favor, in addition to great challenges. It is however the only way toward an exceptionally empowered life.

Live for Truth, Not for Reputation by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-06-24T09:14:00.000-07:00

Your reputation is what you're known for. It is what others believe to be true about your character, personality, skills, and values. People can develop an opinion of these things based on what they have heard or experienced. By living a life of love and truth, you open doors for opportunity. People can also have untrue opinions because of what you stand for, so do not live for opinions, live and stand for truth.

Reshaping and Realignment from God by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-06-23T10:15:00.000-07:00

You seek Wisdom the best you can, you make the moves, and God makes the adjustments to your moves. You miss His voice or plans from time to time, and He gracefully fills in the gap. You shape your beliefs based on everything you have come to know and experience, and God finds a way to reshape your thoughts to align with His. It all seems like a very simple way to live, and it can be, when we give our burdens to God.

The Rest That God Gives by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-06-21T23:22:00.000-07:00

Regardless of where you are in your journey, on top of the mountain, in the valley, or someone who has been in the wilderness for a long time, you can enter into the rest of Christ. Regardless of what you are doing or where you may be, it is always about relationship with, and resting in your God in the midst of every condition. The rest that God gives is sustenance to your soul and peaceful advancement.

God Sees You as an Amazing Creation by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-06-21T22:10:00.000-07:00

God sees you as an amazing creation. Do not let your self or other voices tell you otherwise. They are all lies as God sees you as a precious gift to Himself and the world around you. You must grow beyond your past failures and what you may feel about yourself. Reality is what God says and feels about you. Reality is that you are His precious child, and humility is surrendering and living to His thoughts of you.

Rejoice in the Illumination of Next Steps by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-06-21T21:43:00.000-07:00

We should rejoice at the little light that illuminates the next steps of our spectacular future. Though the shadows remain regarding tomorrow, we carry the hope of eternity within us. In the light and faith of this treasure within, we are unstoppable in what we are destined for, and empowered to overcome through all adversity. We can walk through life with joy declaring that it is well within our soul.

Authentically Human As God Intends by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-05-23T23:05:00.000-07:00

This generation desires authenticity while the posers continue to have their fakery exposed no matter how many ways they spin it. They can tell, they can yell, and they can threaten hell, but the audience is diminishing and not listening. God is delivering Himself through people who are willing to give of themselves. Becoming human as God intends, will increasingly become a powerful force for the good of mankind.

Live in God's Reality by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-05-16T23:48:00.000-07:00

Whatever you perceive your value to be in this life, you will respond to life accordingly, based on your own self worth. Low values can only seen through the lens of what you or others may see, yet not through the reality of who you really are. God created you to be amazing and even now views you as a His amazing child. He lives within you, comforts you, and leads you to becoming the value He eternally sees you to be. Live in this reality.

Being the Blessing by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-05-15T23:32:00.000-07:00

We have spent way too much time asking God for a blessing instead of asking how we may be a blessing for Him and for others through our lives. On top of that, we ask God to bless the work that we are doing, and He often will not because it is not the work He is doing. Begin to rephrase your questions and renew your focus. Blessings come when we focus on the work God is doing, and in our willingness to work with Him.

Flourishing with the Right Tribe by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-05-15T13:18:00.000-07:00

A tribe is a people who find identify in a family, culture, or concept. Your biggest fans are found in relational tribes of mutual love, safety, and honor. We may also be part of a tribe that shares the same faith, or a tribe that engages together in the marketplace. You may find that you are connected to various relational concentric circles, or tribes within a tribe. You can flourish with the right tribe.

God Speaks in the Moment by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-05-14T23:30:00.000-07:00

There are times that we are led away by God to hear His voice, be strengthened, and become refreshed for our journey. Those times are amazing as well as exceptional in our Spirit led existence. I have found that as I intentionally connect with God throughout my day, He speaks in marvelous clarity for each moment. In our synchronized life with God, we can remain empowered for every good work in the busiest of days.

Freely Receive, Freely Give by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-05-09T23:23:00.000-07:00

Love is free and yet can never be forced. A God who loves with no conditions, risks that the love offered may never be received. This is the clarion call of the type of love we must freely receive, and also freely offer. There is great risk that the love that we give may also not be received. Do we then not give it? We must never withhold our love, God's love, from flowing from our very being to others.

You Are Unstoppable by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-05-07T21:54:00.000-07:00

Omnipotent God gives you the keys to an unshakable destiny. Nothing can stop His providential plans, and nothing can stop the seed of potential He has put within you. God is unstoppable and therefore God in you and God through you is unstoppable. When you know who you really are and do not cower at the obstacles you face, all obstacles must bow to Majesty, as you walk boldly through them in the strength of your God.

Discernment For Distractions by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-05-06T20:19:00.000-07:00

You cannot get rid of distractions, you can only steward them. You cannot leave planet earth which is a world of distractions, and sustained isolation is not good. The key is knowing what distractions you are meant to engage with or totally ignore. Distractions can bring pause to productivity, and yet discernment is needed on the occasion that God allows for it saying, "Pay attention child, I have a new assignment."

Keep the Conversations Going by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-05-04T23:56:00.000-07:00

When we can keep the conversation going, the opportunity for discovery remains. Dogma and idiosyncratic walls can hinder the discovery of God, self, and each other. We sometimes divide ourselves over insignificant and presupposed truth or preferences, while God eternally desires oneness with Him and each other. Our collective conversations inspired by God, bring fullness to the Mysteries and the Majesty of our God.

Living in Constant Amazement by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-05-03T23:37:00.000-07:00

The goal of one who is spiritual is to live in a constant state of amazement. It is to hop out of bed and with a bounce in our step declare,"Thank you God for another day to live, to serve, and have my being." As we live and move in God we look at the possibilities to bring His light and love to all that we engage with. We do not take life for granted, see everything as spiritual, and bring life through every choice.

Talking to Love Within You by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-05-02T23:36:00.000-07:00

We can convert our thoughts from a monologue to self of our fears, our past, and our painful present, to a dialogue with God. We will not remain a victim of thoughts when we discuss them with God, and allow Him to lovingly remind us of His freedom from our past, His peace for today, and His hope filled future with us. Our minds become renewed and the transformational process engaged as we talk to Love within us.

Listen to God's Voice by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-05-01T23:34:00.000-07:00

There are voices from our past and present that can linger in our hearts and minds. Some of them encouraging while others can slow us down, steal our dreams, and discourage us. There is a voice that must be amplified in your hearts and minds above all others. God's voice says, "You are my beloved, and my favor is ever upon you." When you tune your spiritual ears to His voice, freedom can come from all the negative noise.

Gratitude Creates Latitude For Abundance by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-30T23:32:00.000-07:00

The fullness of gratitude includes the good and the bad, joy along with sorrow, and success along with failure. Life's challenges create opportunities to learn, search within, and to seek God for answers and comfort. The spiritual work needed to come out from the pit of adversity or hopelessness will strengthen us, renew our faith, and give us hope for tomorrow. Gratitude creates great latitude for the abundant life.

The Good Life is Not Problem Free by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-29T23:30:00.000-07:00

There are no quick and easy solutions to sustainable success. It takes commitment to live in the principles of life that work while managing diverse environments, experiences, and relationships. The good life is not a problem-free life, and in fact, adversity produces some of life's greatest experiences and rewards. Most of life's challenges can be overcome by wisdom that is expressed through faith, hope, and love.

Renew and Realign your Mind by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-28T23:14:00.000-07:00

Shifting times, shifting lives, shifting minds! Constant shaking and awakening seems to presently coexist. The shaking is often the catalyst for people to take notice and awaken to a greater reality of authentic significance. Creation must know that their quest for knowledge and information can get in the way of God's transformational plans for them. Renew and realign your mind through the awakening presence of God.

Relationship in God's Plans by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-27T23:11:00.000-07:00

When the Lord connects people for His purposes, the speed of trust and intimacy are truly supernatural. Do not presume to know the Lord's plans in the relational engagements he sets up for you. Be thankful for the God ordained connections, love in His ways, and watch the gift of relationship unfold. Journey together in love, peace, and amazing expectation while the Lord reveals His plans.

Not a Victim, But a Victor by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-26T23:10:00.000-07:00

God empowers you to go forward, healed and whole from your past. You can now move effectively forward, free from past hurts, memories, and thoughts. Dwelling on your past can cause you to live in your past as your mind resurrects the negative experience. you are NOT a victim but a Victor. You will not live in the low realm of "What happened", but live in the "High Realm" of expectation of the becoming of you and the purposes of God.

God is Senior Partner in Life by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-25T23:08:00.000-07:00

God is our Senior Partner in all of life. As Senior, He is forever desiring to co-create with the crown of His creation, us. Problems arise when God's Junior Partners do not fully understand the distinction of the word Junior. Junior submits all plans to Senior, and submits to all the plans that Senior authorizes. Junior observes what Senior is doing and does likewise. Father calls His Juniors His beloved children.

Beware of the Posers by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-24T23:07:00.000-07:00

Posers are those who live a secret life much different than the one their public, friends, and family are able to see. This life opposes the vulnerable, humble, and authentic life that breeds growth, maturity, and significance. They maneuver with hidden agendas, spin their own righteousness, and captivate their audience through fear. These masked men and women can be found in various systems and organizations.

Let God Flourish in Your Garden by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-22T23:02:00.000-07:00

In the confidence we have in the Seed of the Kingdom, we are being cultivated by God and at the same time participate in the cultivation of each other. We plant seeds, water, and relationally nurture each others hearts and lives. The offspring of the transformational growth in each of us becomes the fruit that remains, and the divine deposit into the lives of others. Let the Lord flourish in the garden of your life.

Becoming a Divine Gardener by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-21T22:59:00.000-07:00

We must make a transition from a sheriff to a gardener when we realize that God Himself is a Gardener, not a sheriff. God does the pruning while cultivating and drawing out the seed of His creation. We must surrender our sheriff’s badge and legalistic pistol and engage ourselves in godly cultivation. We can effectively love those who are hurting when we use the bible as a seed bag rather than an ammo pouch.

Relational Righteousness by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-18T22:57:00.000-07:00

We remove Divine influence when we disengage from the conversation and do not seek to understand others. Religion limits the transformation of people and society. People do not care about your doctrine as much as being valued and loved. God is raising up a people who will love unconditionally, and be relationally right more than doctrinally demanding while God brings the revelation of His righteousness.

"We The People" Are Amazing by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-17T22:46:00.000-07:00

There is an awakening happening in the hearts of humanity, and a longing for authentic living, relationships, and personal significance. "We the People" are amazing, and our freedom makes the leaders of controlled and manipulative systems nervous. The climate is changing and people simply want more and want real. Divine illumination of the real and exposure to the fake is a God glorifying game changer.

Reactionaries Rarely Win by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-15T22:43:00.000-07:00

We do not react to external consequences of religion, politics, or economics. As ambassadors for God, we shall not moved by the illegitimate movements of mankind. While God does call upon us to respond in His love, we initiate according to what He is doing or desiring to do. Our judgments are not our own, but His. Reactionaries rarely win, but intentional instigators of goodwill and of love, hold the keys of life.

Leaving Prepared by Living Prepared by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-14T22:41:00.000-07:00

The elderly often wonder if they are ready to leave this life and move on to next life. Why wait to get old to prepare or find peace to move on when your tomorrow, or even the end of today has no guarantee? Our finish in this world can come in any moment and we must be ready. Are we living as children of Light in fully loving God and mankind? The best assurance for leaving prepared is to have been living prepared.

Lone Rangers Find Themselves Alone by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-12T22:28:00.000-07:00

Lone rangers end up finding themselves alone. They are often deceived in thinking that everyone needs them, and that they do not need anybody. People will only be able to really benefit from them when they get real, get right, and become vulnerable in their service to others. In the meantime we will continue to see the fusion of God and each other becoming a combustible force for good on earth as it is in heaven.

Faith- The Most Powerful Gift by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-11T22:25:00.000-07:00

Faith allows for us to live patiently with a longing that has not yet been fulfilled, and yet knowing the fulfillment will surely come. Faith is the most powerful gift for humanity, and can take that which is unseen and birth it on to the scene with God. We are all capable of living by faith in a God who walks with us, creates with us, and through our faith and His providence, produces the spectacular upon the earth.

Less Knowledge, More Ready by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-09T22:23:00.000-07:00

The greatest prophetic problem facing us is one of readiness rather than one of knowledge. We continue to fill ourselves with more knowledge than we need and yet do not apply much nor ever change much towards the absolute truths we have learned and confess to know. We do not need to know every detail, but we need to always be prepared spiritually for every good work, and be existentially ready for eternity now.

Understanding Differing Perspectives by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-08T22:22:00.000-07:00

To communicate effectively, we must realize that people come from various experiences, perceptions and world-views. We are all different and view life from a different set of lenses. We must have an understanding of the differing perspectives around us and seek to understand others so as to communicate with them optimally.

Wisdom For Limited Perspectives by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-08T22:03:00.000-07:00

Our views can become actual, even when they are actually not. We must learn the limits of our own perspectives while having grace for the limited perspectives of others. Perspectives in every person contain multiple idiosyncrasies and views that include experience, religion, culture, and value distinctions. It is not a wonder that we do not see eye to eye sometimes, yet with Wisdom's understanding, we can choose to walk hand in hand.

Purpose Beyond Happiness by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-07T22:21:00.000-07:00

We want to be happy in life and should be, but the purpose of life is not about being happy. God created each of us uniquely to represent Himself. This means we are to be compassionate and merciful in the service of others. As ambassadors of God's image we do matter, and are significant in every context of life. We stand for absolute truth and justice, and continue to live to make a difference to the world around us.

They Were Wrong When They Said... by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-05T22:19:00.000-07:00

They were wrong when they said no one could love you. They were wrong when they said your life was not significant, and that you would not have a prosperous future. Whoever "they" are, they were wrong. In God your future is secure regardless of what happens along the way. You have hope and a future as a child of God, and God says,"I love you forever, your life is significant to me and to others." I would believe God.

The Man Behind the Curtain by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-05T20:10:00.000-07:00

In my passion for the absolute truths of God, I am like Toto in the Wizard of OZ finding the man behind the curtain. What is it that I cannot see that may delaying destiny's journey? It is the glory of God to conceal a matter and it is up to us to search it out. Look behind the curtain of presuppositions before becoming absolute in your perceptions. It is wisdom to pull back the curtain on our perceived reality to see what might be the good, the bad, and the absolute.

Today Matters Most by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-04T22:18:00.000-07:00

We must be ready to move quickly on to what lies ahead. Our emotions can keep us in the negativity of our yesterdays. Yesterdays anger, rejection, or failure will prey on our identity and delay our next steps toward destiny. You do not belong to yesterday you belong to God, and in God, today is what matters most. Learn quickly from your yesterdays, leave them behind, and travel on to brighter tomorrows.

Constantly Filled and Yet Unfulfilled by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-04-03T22:10:00.000-07:00

We are constantly being filled and yet unfulfilled. Our lives lacking the spiritual fullness of consciously walking with God in every moment. Many are realizing little growth or increase in their spiritual lives. The answer is not another religious meeting or conference. The answer is effectual personal leadership that will assess the areas that need to change and walk in divine courage and strength to accomplish it.

Living Within Your Destiny Code by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-03-21T21:49:00.000-07:00

God has deposited a unique design or destiny code in every human being. It is a patterned life in His likeness and nature. Many things in life draw us away from His destiny image for us. God desires that we be transformed by the renewing of our mind, and to be further synchronized with His mind and will. He has given us His Spirit to lead us into all truth and to live out the design for which we have been created.

Awaken to Becoming God's Glory by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-03-11T21:44:00.000-08:00

We all want to see the world change. What the world needs most is a greater capacity to behold and withhold the divine nature of God. We tell the world, "You must look to God", and God says to us, "You are my light for the world, I am waiting for you to represent me through the power of my Spirit." What the world needs most is a great awakening of God's people to be His glory, and present His Divine glory on earth.

Your Life is Not Scripted by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-03-09T21:39:00.000-08:00

Your life is not scripted. Your destiny has not been determined and continues to unfold. The depth of God continues to speak to the depth of you, "Come with me, and we will journey together today, tomorrow and forever. It is listening to the voice in your heart in making significant and timely choices. As you create with the mind and power of God in you, it is choice and not happenstance that determines your destiny.

You Are the "Being" of God by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-03-02T15:45:00.000-08:00

We seemingly suffer by both getting everything we desire, and by not attaining desirable things. It is a peculiar existence to live unfulfilled in the things we have, and continue to chase more things that can never fulfill. The greatest battle is in our minds as Wisdom exposes the futility of our insignificant desires and pursuits. "Being" who God created us to be remains our most significant and fulfilling pursuit.

Foundational Bond of Friendship by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-03-01T22:37:00.000-08:00

To have deep friendships, one must be willing to go to the depths in being a friend. It goes much further than what we might share in common. It is the intimate foundational bond in marriage and community. A friend is someone who has accepted your past, believes that you have a bright future, and loves just as you are. True friendship is to authentically know everything about each other and still remains friends.

The Moment Called Now by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-28T00:42:00.000-08:00

Patience is not always about waiting for something to take place or for something to change, patience is also living fully in the moment called NOW. We must be living fully in the journey we are on, experiencing all of life in the present, while continuing to expect the hope filled future to unfold. Wisdom realigns the attitudes of the current state of our heart rather than trying to escape our present reality.

Integrated Tapestry of Life by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-27T00:35:00.000-08:00

If you look at life as an integrated tapestry, you will never hold on to life as a victim. God calls you His precious child and you are a victor in Him, the healer and restorer of your soul. He weaves the good with the bad into an amazing story of victory and significance. Nature's beauty bears witness to the Creator, but you are the true glory of God. His presence, heart, and power are in you, His glory revealed.

Injured, Uninformed, and Insecure Leaders by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-26T00:29:00.000-08:00

Injured, Uninformed, and insecure leaders can create an ungodly illusion of authority when there is but one author and authority for your life, God Himself. Leaders that are submitted to God will serve in His authority, and they will love and serve in substance of God rather than manipulating their own agendas in His name. God protects us and leads us through all "Against us" activities and into freedom in Him.

Perspectives Matter Much by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-25T00:26:00.000-08:00

When life happens to you and the results are not positive or even devastating, it is your ongoing perspective that matters most for your future. Will you remain a victim or will you choose to see it in the light of eternity and in the illumination of God? We have little control over what happens in life, but we have a lot of control over how we integrate all of life both good and bad with the right perspective.

Slaying the Giants of Ungodly Influence by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-24T00:23:00.000-08:00

There are many giants in the land of our life. Giants often come in the form of "large and in charge" personalities. They do not know God's design for your life, and some are intent to get in God's way regarding His plans and purpose for you. God makes a way to slay the giants of ungodly influence. Goliath is loud, Goliath is proud, Goliath has influence, and yet Goliath will be defeated by the hand of the Lord.

Combustible Presence and Faith by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-23T23:10:00.001-08:00

What all enemies have meant for evil against you, God forges for the good in you. The battles then bring you more strength than the victory itself. Thank God for the battles because through battle, He builds a strength that can never be dismissed for all eternity. The power of God heals all battle scars, and His presence combined with your renewed faith become a combustible and impenetrable force for the future.

Movement Towards Victory by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-22T23:07:00.000-08:00

Your movement in God is carried by so strong a truth inside of you that victory in one form or another cannot elude you. You have embraced the challenges, you continue to fight the good fight of faith, and you have engaged fully in the providence of your God. You have not waited for the hour of battle to pray, but have gained victory in prayer long before the battle came. The exhilaration of victory is near.

A Time to Go by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-21T23:05:00.000-08:00

Having a dream or vision from God about what He desires for us in our lives with Him is wonderful. What is less wonderful is to continue to dream when God has already confirmed to us what we must do. Remaining in a dream state does not bring accomplishment to godly visions and dreams. When we have heard the direction of where we must go and what we must do, it is a time to neither sit nor stand, but a time to go.

Co-Created Outcome by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-20T23:01:00.000-08:00

God is sovereign and always with you, and yet your attitudes, beliefs, and commitments matter. You do not look to man for all the answers, you look to God for the illumination of truth. He gives you wisdom and empowerment to create life by what you think, what you speak forth, and by what you do. God desires to be a part of every moment in your life. Both you and God determine the outcome of your life.

Being Matters More than Doing by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-19T17:17:00.000-08:00

God wants our being more than our doing. Our being in Him matters most. He is always in us, but are we consciously in Him? Do we seek Him, His Kingdom, and His nature? We want to make a difference, and yet often miss our Creator who is ever calling us towards Himself. Consciously transition to time with God by listening, responding, and resting in Him while we advance. Doing powerfully flows from our being.

He Needs More of Us by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-18T22:51:00.000-08:00

The Kingdom of God is within. We do not need more of Him as He has given us everything we need. People chase power, prestige, and prosperity in the name of God and find themselves wanting. The transformational manifestation of God in us has been trapped in the prison of our hearts and minds. We are the only God people may ever see, and He desires to use us so much. We do not need more of Him, He needs more of us.

X-Out the Negatives From Your Life by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-17T22:42:00.000-08:00

It is time to X-Out the negatives that hinder perspectives, production, and success. Take courage to search out and admit to the weak spots in your life. We all have them, and many times we mask them, because it is too painful to take a peek under the hood of our mind, will, and emotions. Be encouraged as you identify the soft spots, you will now be empowered to begin to eliminate the destiny barriers from your life.

God is Talking All the Time by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-16T07:10:00.000-08:00

God is talking to you all the time. Are you listening? Do you expect Him to put passion and thoughts into your heart and mind? He is the author of amazing creativity and passion, and has deposited expressive brilliance within you. Sometimes we take ownership of all of our thoughts and passions. I once asked the Lord to support an idea I had. He said, "I love that idea, I will support it, and by the way, that idea was mine."

Be Ready to Realign Rigorously by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-15T23:36:00.000-08:00

Be ready For Divine interruptions to your plans. Many are the plans of men but God's plans prevail. This is a generation of time when God is shaking all that can be shaken so that all that remains is His unshakable Kingdom and His unshakable principles. In His love and providence, God does this without your permission. Be ready to realign rigorously to God's plans with joy, because His plans work best for you.

Commitment Propels Dynamic Living by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-14T23:49:00.000-08:00

You are the offspring of God. He has created you in His image to existentially co-create with Him. Initiated through faith, it is commitment that propels our life dynamically forward. When we commit ourselves, Divine providence empowers all ideas and plans. Commitment births favor and a whole stream of unforeseen incidents, meetings, and provision. Suddenly the unseen bursts onto the scene in Majestic glory.

What are your PEGS? by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-13T08:32:00.000-08:00

Have you checked on your PEGs lately? What is your PASSION, and are you living a life of PASSION? What is your EXPERIENCE, and are you maximizing the strength, wisdom , and knowledge, gained from your life's EXPERIENCEs? And finally, what are your GIFTs, and are you able to live and work in the context that best releases your GIFTs? Living within your PEG's will continue to be a pathway for your success.

Extend to Forever Ascend by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-12T14:54:00.000-08:00

When we have a closed fist on the things we own, we proceed in a covetous spiral downward. But when we see God as the owner of all things and share liberally, we breed a life of significance. Do we not know that all of life and all of what we have is His? Become a Spirit directed giver, well pleasing to the Lord. If you continue to grip, you'll continue to slip, but as you choose to extend you will forever ascend.

Chase the Root and Not the Fruit by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-11T23:20:00.000-08:00

Everybody loves fruit, and many chase after it. Fruit not coming from a good root is not sustainable. It tastes good enough to keep you racing after it, yet will leave you wanting. What we should be after is the root, the foundation of all good fruit. The root foundations of God produce a sustainable and unlimited harvest. Seek first the Root of the Kingdom of God for fruit that abounds and for fruit that remains.

The Life Is Easy Illution by Robert Ricciardelli

2011-02-10T23:32:00.000-08:00

It is an illusion to think that life should be easy. Easy street perceptions lead to disappointment and despair. Challenges come, and we can choose to have joy knowing that God is forever with us. Escaping pain is a myth and we miss the fullness of life by not acknowledging the struggle, and allowing fear to paralyze our passion. Pain and joy often run together, and by overcoming pain, we can see the fullness of joy.