Some months ago, there was a morning I woke up and heard very clearly within my spirit, “be careful of pither.” I paused for a moment because it was not a word I was familiar with. I even found it slightly amusing, realising that in my walk and communication with the Father, I am still learning in unexpected ways . Yet I knew immediately that this was not just about language, it carried instruction.
Out of curiosity, I took time to look up the meaning, and I came to understand that it refers to engaging in things that are not truly important, allowing distractions to take the place of what should be prioritised. The moment I grasped that, it unsettled me in a good way. It was as though the Lord was drawing my attention to something deeper, not to condemn me, but to realign me.
I remember thinking to myself that this was both an encouragement and a warning. It made me reflect on how easily one can become occupied with small, unnecessary things while neglecting what truly matters. In that moment, I knew I had to become more intentional. I began to consider practical ways to respond to this. I recalled a conversation I had with a dear friend and sister who spoke about setting goals. What stayed with me was her simplicity. She made me understand that goals do not have to be overwhelming or complicated to be effective. They can be small, realistic, and achievable. That perspective shifted something in me.
I started embracing the idea that consistency in little things is what builds strength for greater things. It is not always about doing something extraordinary, but about doing what is necessary with faithfulness. As I leaned into that, I also became aware of the fears I was carrying. There were many things I felt uncertain about, things that stretched me beyond what I was comfortable with. If I am honest, I was afraid. Yet even in that place, I held on to the truth of God’s Word. Psalm 46 verse 1 reminds us that God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in times of trouble. I chose to believe that He was with me, that He was not distant, and that He was holding my hand through every step, even the ones I did not fully understand.
About three months later, I intentionally set time aside to seek God in prayer concerning all of this. It was not an instant moment of clarity. In fact, much of what He was doing did not make sense at first. It required patience, trust, and surrender. However, as I remained in that place, He began to bring a sense of ease, not necessarily by changing everything immediately, but by aligning my heart with His.
What confirmed this journey for me was how God began to speak through different channels. He brought confirmation through people, through situations, and through a deep inner conviction that I could not ignore. Gradually, I shifted my focus from what I thought I needed, to what was truly on God’s heart concerning me.
Step by step, my path began to unfold. Proverbs 3 verse 5 to 6 became very real in that season, to trust in the Lord with all my heart and not lean on my own understanding. As I acknowledged Him, I saw Him direct my steps in ways I could not have planned. In that process, I came to a deeper understanding that this journey was not only about me. There were others connected to my obedience. There were outcomes beyond what I could see. The decisions I made and the steps I took carried weight, not just for my life, but for the lives of others.
At one point, God led me into a challenge that felt difficult. It was not something outwardly significant. It seemed small and almost insignificant in the natural. Yet it required obedience. When I chose to follow through, something shifted. There was a breaking in the spirit that I cannot fully explain, but it brought freedom, both for me and for those connected to that situation.
That moment taught me a valuable lesson. It is often the small acts of obedience that carry great spiritual impact. What appears little can be the very thing that breaks chains, restores what was lost, and brings deliverance. I came to understand that when I fix my gaze on what is truly important, God takes care of the things that concern me. Matthew 6 verse 33 became a lived reality, that as I seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, everything else is added in its rightful place.
Looking back, I can say that the instruction to be careful of distraction was necessary. It was not a casual statement. It was a call to alignment, to discipline, and to intentional living.
May we learn to discern what truly matters. May we not allow distractions to take the place of purpose. And may we receive the grace to remain focused, knowing that as we align ourselves with what is important to God, He will take care of all that concerns us.
by MPDK