Popularity is often a breeding place for competition and a home for a prideful heart.

God has not called us to be popular — but to make a positive impact by the anointing which flows from being in His Presence.

What we are seeing today in The Church and among individuals is unhealthy competition, competition fueled by jealousy, resentment, and a win-at-all-costs mentality which is driving many outside of the Presence of God because individuals are impatient with the process and are striving to outdo each other in an effort to be recognized and attain the carnal benefits that come with popularity such as status and resources.

The Holy Spirit asked me a very poignant question earlier and asked, “Do you rather Popularity — or My Presence?”

I said, “LORD, I rather your Presence!”

Shalom
~ Syreeta Thomas

Syreeta Thomas

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