God is so good, guys! He knows the experiences we need to help us become all He has created us to be!!! He broke my mind for a bit (God, I’m on to You!!!), but He did it with great intentions to get my head right and focused on Him!!! I can boast of my weaknesses, baby! God’s strength shines through to help me in my highest and lowest times.

Like I can’t get over how God sent my brother, Kevin, to hold my hand through my sad little time. He gave me this advice one day:

“DON’T STOP RUNNING. LIFE IS A WAR, AND YOU NEED THAT ALONE TIME WITH GOD TO STRATEGIZE AND PLAN.”

Thank You, God and Kevin!!! Just as Jesus went aside to have alone times with God, that’s exactly what I do. My daily runs to my God tree is where I ask Him, ‘God, Your girl is here. What do you want to say to me?’ And let me tell ya, this time listening to God has been PRICELESS.

This morning, He said this to me through my meditation book, Jesus Calling:

“Nothing is as important as spending time with Me.”

Did you hear that? There is nothing as important as spending time with God. He is our greatest friend. Every time I go to that tree, God chips away the old Nikki, as he helps me transform into a better, happier, more peaceful, courageous, stronger, and loving Nikki. Amen! I also learn His voice, character, and personality better. So, when I’m out in the world, I can discern what He is telling me moment-by-moment.

What made me realize the value of these alone times with God is hanging with my sister-in-law, Aima, last night. I saw the incredible difference in myself from the last time I visited her, maybe two months ago. It was an incredible difference from the wretched, sad person who dragged herself there. Last night, I was incredibly joyful, at peace, focused, excited, and enthusiastic about my life. The foolish things that were bothering me are gone. I’m focused, man! THANK YOU, GOD!!!

Make sure you are having your alone time with God EVERY DAY!!! THIS LIFE IS A WAR!!! WE NEED GOD!!!