A Facebook Post Reminds Me of a Simple Truth: All Glory Goes to God!

One evening back in February 2015, I was scrolling through my Facebook homepage, reading posts, liking photos, and commenting on them when I came across a post written by Jamicka Edwards, an author and motivational speaker. I don’t know how our paths crossed, but I’m grateful to God for placing her in my world. In every single post, she acknowledges God’s direction in her life as she embarks on a journey of becoming an internationally and nationally-known author and speaker.

I live vicariously through her as she journeys to places to talk about her book, “You Matter.” Each one of her posts is like a heartfelt, genuine journal entry where she gives a firsthand look into her world. Her posts are usually accompanied with photos, and she always ends them by expressing her gratitude to God. That evening, in one of her posts, Jamicka ended the post with such an encouraging message. She wrote, “We ALL have purpose and we can all support each other, learn from each other, and grow together. I'm on a mission. BIG THINGS are happening only by my Faith and Trust in God, and He will forever get the glory in my life!”

At that time, I had recently discovered my life’s purpose – the reason why I exist. I was a bit fearful, and I didn’t know if I was able to fulfill the calling on my life. I had an interest in writing and inspiring others with my positive messages. Whenever I come across Jamicka’s posts, I always see the work of God on her life. She understood that she was on a mission as well, and that encouraged me to pursue my dreams and goals.

One of the reasons why I was afraid to take the leap was because of pride. I’ve known some people who let pride get to them after they reach a level of success. Sometimes, they forget where they come from and who got them to where they are now. The Bible says, “When pride comes, then comes disgrace.” Jamicka’s post was an “Aha” moment. It was the formula to combat any pride that may try to surface if I were to ever reach that level of success. I loved how she always released all claims to her success by giving all the glory to God. She wanted the world to know that God – the Creator of this entire universe – was working on her behalf, and that all her achievements was because of Him! What a powerful and bold statement!

That moment, I decided to do the same in my future endeavors and whenever I have the opportunity to give the reason for the hope I have! I am thankful that Jamicka reminded me of this truth. I always hear about this truth at church and in my daily readings of the Bible. However, her actions spoke louder than words. She was putting her faith in action, and things were happening. She was going places, and doing things. I thought to myself, “If God can do it for her, He can do it for me, too!” That evening, I prayed and promised God that whatever I do from now on, I will give Him all the glory and attribute all my success to Him!

Ever since then, my life has changed. God heard my prayer, and within two days – TWO days, I was invited to go on a radio interview about a book I had published last year. The following month, I held my first official public book reading. The month after that, I was invited to be a part of the SpeakingWombs Global Women’s Parliament at the United Nations-African Union! All glory goes to God!

Yes, I echo the words of Jamicka in that post: “We ALL have purpose and we can all support each other, learn from each other, and grow together. I'm on a mission. BIG THINGS are happening only by my Faith and Trust in God, and He will forever get the glory in my life!”

I thank Jamicka for reminding me to acknowledge God in everything I do for He will indeed direct my path.

At my first radio interview, February 2015

At My First Official Book Reading, March 2015

Speaking at the United Nations - African Union for the
2015 SpeakingWomb Global Women's Parliament, April 2015