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  • Guard Your Private Room: How God Prepares You Before Promotion

    Your ‘inner room’, your intimacy with Him, is the foundation for everything else.

    There’s a process God often takes His people through before He elevates them to their next assignment. It’s a season that combines preparation, discernment, and divine protection. Many people miss their moment of promotion because they underestimate the importance of what happens in the hidden place.

    Today, I want to talk about what God does behind the scenes before He brings you into public influence, and why protecting your “private room” is just as important as stepping into your “public platform.”

    1. Mercy Before Favour

    God’s heart is for mercy before favour. Before He blesses someone, He extends grace and compassion, even to those who are far from Him.

    Sometimes, God will put a burden in your heart to pray for others, even those from backgrounds or cultures different from your own. You may not understand why, but this intercession is part of His Kingdom agenda. Your prayers can become the very bridge that brings them to encounter God’s kindness.

    Romans 2:4  says “God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance.”

    2. Guard Your Inner Room

    In the Bible, the “inner room” or “secret place” represents intimacy with God, your private spiritual life that no one sees.

    God often enlarges this “room” before He expands your public influence. Why? Because your public platform will only be as stable as your private foundation. If your inner life is disordered, your outer life will eventually crumble.

    Protect this space. Be careful who you let in. Not everyone is meant to see your deepest walk with God. Some will honour it, others will misunderstand it.

    Matthew 6:6 says “When you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father…”

    3. Discernment Protects Destiny

    Not everything that looks ready is actually prepared by God. Some things are seasoned to look appealing but are still “raw” in the spirit, dangerous to partake of too soon.

    Discernment is your shield. It will protect you from people, opportunities, and situations that seem good on the surface but are not aligned with God’s timing or purity.

    Hebrews 5:14 says “But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil.”

    4. Cross-Cultural Kingdom Work

    God’s Kingdom is a multi-coloured, multi-cultural family. He delights in bringing people from every background together under His covering.

    Sometimes, your role will be to help “clothe” someone in the identity of God’s family, to make the outsider feel like they belong at the celebration. This can happen through acts of kindness, mentorship, cultural exchange, or simply showing love without conditions.

    Isaiah 61:10 says “He has clothed me with garments of salvation and arrayed me in a robe of righteousness.”

    5. Favour and Fragrance

    When God promotes you, He also adorns you with His fragrance. This is the kind of favour that attracts hearts without you having to strive for attention.

    Just as a pleasant fragrance fills a room, God’s presence in your life will naturally draw people to Him through you. This is why preparation matters, so that when the door opens, you’re not just ready in skill, but in spirit.

    2 Corinthians 2:14-15 says  “…through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of Him everywhere.”

    If you’re in a season where God seems to be working more on your private life than your public one, don’t be discouraged. He is building capacity in your inner room so you can carry the weight of what’s coming next.

    Keep praying for others, mercy before favour.

    Guard your secret place fiercely.

    Sharpen your discernment.

    Embrace the beauty of cross-cultural Kingdom work.

    Let God clothe you in His fragrance before the platform comes.

    When God opens the next door, you won’t just walk in, you’ll walk in prepared, protected, and carrying His presence.

    With love and purpose,

    Harmonie 💖

  • Desperate Faith.

    Even the Crumbs Are Enough – A Lesson in Humility and Unoffendable Faith

    Have you ever felt like an outsider? Like the help you needed wasn’t meant for you?Like you weren’t qualified enough, holy enough, or maybe not even “chosen” enough to receive a breakthrough?

    There’s a story in the Gospels that challenges every notion of pride, entitlement, and offense. It’s the account of a woman, a Gentile, a Canaanite, a foreigner, who dared to approach Jesus.

    She had one desperate request:
    “Lord, have mercy on me! My daughter is severely demon-possessed.”

    But Jesus did not answer her at first.
    And when He finally did respond, His words were sharp:
    “It is not good to take the children’s bread and throw it to the dogs.”

    Now pause with me here.

    If it were you, how would you respond?

    Most of us would’ve walked away offended.
    How could the Savior, the One known for His compassion, call her a dog?

    But this woman… oh, this woman had a different spirit.
    She didn’t allow offense to blind her.
    She didn’t argue or defend her dignity.

    Instead, she responded with something more powerful than pride:

    “Yes, Lord, yet even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their masters’ table.”

    Incredible.

    She wasn’t insulted. She was focused.
    She knew what she needed.
    And she knew who had the power to give it.
    And even if all she could get was a crumb, that crumb was still enough.

    And Jesus? He marveled at her response.

    “O woman, great is your faith! Let it be to you as you desire.”
    And her daughter was healed from that very hour.

    What’s the Lesson for Us?

    Sometimes, we miss out on breakthroughs not because God said no,
    but because offense made us walk away too soon.

    This woman teaches us that humility can unlock what pride never will.
    She teaches us that being unoffendable is a mark of true faith.

    She didn’t argue about fairness.
    She didn’t let cultural labels stop her.
    She didn’t let silence from Jesus discourage her.
    She kept pursuing.

    She wasn’t there to be seen, she was there to receive.

    So today, I encourage you, stay humble. Stay hungry. Stay focused.

    Don’t let offense rob you of your miracle.


    Don’t let what people say, or even what you feel, stop you from holding on to Jesus.


    If all you have left is the crumbs… go after them with boldness. Because even the crumbs from Heaven carry power.

    Jesus honors faith, especially the kind that won’t let go.

    With love and intention,

    Harmonie 💖

    Prayer

    Lord, give me the heart of the Canaanite woman.
    A heart that refuses to be offended,
    a heart that stays humble and full of faith,
    even when the answer feels delayed or the door feels closed.

    Help me keep my eyes on You,
    knowing that even a crumb from You is enough to heal, to restore, and to make whole.

    Amen.

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  • Overcoming waves with resilience and grace.

    Are you navigating life’s unpredictable waves, seeking solace and strength? 🌊 Embracing God’s purpose can illuminate your path, bringing peace and guiding you daily. Trusting in God and nurturing your faith isn’t merely about facing adversity, it’s about overcoming it with resilience and grace. This isn’t a solitary journey. It’s a commitment to inner growth, a voyage towards lasting peace. Together, let’s explore how spiritual guidance can empower you to handle life’s hurdles with renewed faith and calm confidence. Need a little boost? 🌟 Check out these 5 scriptures to nurture your spiritual mindset.

    Embrace the Purpose 💫

    Understanding and embracing God’s purpose for your life is transformative. It’s your rock-solid foundation for tackling those inevitable challenges. Let’s dive into how aligning with God’s plan fortifies your faith and perseverance.

    Trust the Divine Blueprint

    Trust in God’s divine plan. It’s crucial for your spiritual growth. It means surrendering your desires and embracing the understanding that God’s wisdom surpasses our own. Trust opens you to divine guidance and protection, enabling you to face uncertainties with a heart full of confidence. He’s working for your ultimate good, always! 💪

    Sustaining this trust requires regular prayer and reflection. By consistently connecting with God, you’ll discover clarity and peace in His promises.

    Faith and Perseverance: Your Dynamic Duo

    Faith and perseverance are your steadfast companions on this journey. They help you remain committed to God’s purpose, even when life presents challenges. Faith empowers you with the strength to believe in God’s promises, fueling your hope and motivation. Meanwhile, perseverance puts your faith into action, keeping you on course when trials arise. Cultivate both to maintain your spiritual focus. 💖

    Finding Calm in Chaos

    Life can become quite chaotic, yet you can find tranquility amidst the storm through faith and spiritual guidance. Let’s explore practical, faith-based ways to rise above adversity.

    Daily Spiritual Guidance 🕊️

    Spiritual guidance offers practical support for daily life challenges. It shapes your understanding and response to life’s difficulties from a faith-based perspective. Regular Bible study provides wisdom and comfort, while prayer is your direct line to God’s wisdom and strength.

    Connecting with a faith community can be an incredible source of spiritual support. Sharing experiences adds perspective and provides much-needed camaraderie. Additionally, mindfulness and meditation on God’s Word keep you anchored in faith, even in tough times.

    Overcoming Adversity with Faith

    When adversity strikes, view it as an opportunity for spiritual growth. Faith is your unwavering ally, providing hope and strength. It reassures you that you are never alone—God is right there, guiding you through every trial. 💪

    Perceive challenges as opportunities for growth and spiritual development, not insurmountable barriers. By leaning on faith during your toughest times, you’ll emerge stronger in your spiritual journey.

    Building Inner Strength

    Building inner strength helps you maintain your faith and peace through life’s ups and downs. Let’s discuss finding peace during tough times and empowering your personal growth.

    Finding Peace in Life’s Storms

    Life’s storms can be overwhelming, but peace can be found by consistently engaging in spiritual practices. Regular prayer allows you to cast worries onto God and receive His peace. Meditation on scripture soothes your anxious mind, offering stability in His word. Practicing gratitude shifts focus from problems to blessings, fostering peace and contentment.

    Empowering Personal Growth and Faith 🌱

    Personal growth and faith development reinforce each other, building inner strength. Regular Bible study deepens your understanding, acts of service put faith into action, and spiritual mentors or small groups offer critical guidance. Embrace life’s challenges as opportunities for growth and resilience, strengthening both your faith and character. 🏆

    Embark on this empowering journey, and let His purpose guide you boldly. 🚀

    With love and purpose,

    Harmonie

  • The Mountain That Changes Everything

    Jesus and three disciple at The Mountain of Transfiguration

    Some moments in life leave you breathless.
    Moments where heaven feels near, and everything inside you knows… God is here.

    The Bible tells us about one of those moments.
    It’s called the Mountain of Transfiguration. Though it happened over 2,000 years ago, its meaning is just as powerful today.

    One day, Jesus invited three of His disciples, Peter, James, and John to follow Him up a high mountain.
    He didn’t tell them why. He didn’t give them a plan.
    He just said, “Come with Me.”

    Mountains in Scripture are not just landscapes. They are places of encounter.
    Think about Mount Sinai, where God gave the Ten Commandments.
    Mount Carmel, where God answered Elijah with fire.
    And now, this mountain, chosen for something extraordinary.

    When they reached the top, everything changed.
    The Bible says Jesus’ face shone like the sun.
    His clothes became dazzling white, purer than anything on earth could make them.

    Then, two figures appeared: Moses and Elijah.
    Moses represented God’s Law.
    Elijah represented the Prophets.
    And both stood with Jesus, because He is the fulfilment of everything God has ever promised.

    Luke’s Gospel tells us they spoke about Jesus’ upcoming death and resurrection.
    Even in the middle of this breathtaking display of glory, the focus was still on the mission, the cross that was coming.

    Peter, overwhelmed, blurted out, “Lord, it’s good for us to be here. Let’s build three shelters…”
    In other words, “Let’s stay here forever.”

    And honestly, we understand that.
    When you experience God’s presence in a powerful way, in prayer, in worship, in a breakthrough moment… you want to hold on to it.

    But here’s the truth: God doesn’t give us mountaintop moments so we can camp there forever.
    He gives them so we can be strengthened for the valleys ahead.

    The Father’s Voice

    Suddenly, a bright cloud covered them, and a voice came from the cloud saying:

    “This is My beloved Son. Listen to Him.”

    Not “look at Him.”
    Not “admire Him.”
    Listen to Him.

    It’s possible to be impressed by Jesus and still not follow what He says.
    The Father’s message was clear. Discipleship means listening and obeying.

    The disciples fell to the ground in fear.
    Then Jesus touched them and said, “Get up. Don’t be afraid.”
    When they looked up, Moses and Elijah were gone.

    Only Jesus remained.

    And that’s the point.
    In the end, it’s always about Him.
    Not the experience, not the moment, not the people around you…. just Jesus.

    What It Means for Us Today:

    The Mountain of Transfiguration isn’t just a story about glory, it’s a lesson for daily life.

    See Jesus as He truly is. He’s more than a teacher or miracle worker. He is the radiant Son of God.

    Listen to Him. His voice should be louder than fear, doubt, or the crowd.

    Carry the mountain into the valley. What you see in God’s presence is meant to fuel how you live when life gets ordinary or hard.

    Whether you feel like you’re on a mountaintop or in a deep valley today, the same Jesus who shone in glory is walking with you right now.

    Maybe God has given you a glimpse of His presence recently, in prayer, through His Word, in a worship moment or even in a dream.
    Don’t just admire it. Let it transform how you live.

    Because the God who met Peter, James, and John on that mountain…
    is the same God who wants to walk with you in your everyday life.

    With love and purpose,

    Harmonie

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  • What change, big or small, would I want my blog to make in the world?

    Harmonie Abraham

    “You may carry many layers, but none of them are wasted. Every part of you is being woven into purpose. You are not too much. You are becoming everything God created you to be.”

    -E. H Abraham

    When I first sat down to create Harmonie Blogs, I didn’t just want to share thoughts. I wanted to create impact. Not the loud, world-shaking kind that makes headlines – although if that happens, praise God! But the quiet, consistent kind. The kind that changes one life, one woman, one heart at a time.

    This blog was birthed with a desire to be a voice of hope and light, especially for women navigating seasons of loneliness, confusion, burnout, or simply seeking deeper purpose. My hope is that every time a woman stumbles upon one of my posts, whether it’s about prayer, purpose, motherhood, dreams, or healing, she walks away feeling seen, stirred, and strengthened.

    Here’s the change I want to see through this blog:

    🌱 1. I want women to believe again.

    To believe in God’s plan.
    To believe that their story still matters.
    To believe that it’s not too late to start again.

    🔥 2. I want to fan the flame of forgotten dreams.

    So many women are silently carrying buried passions, suffocated by responsibilities and expectations. I want to stir the fire again. To whisper: “You were made for more, and it’s not too late.”

    🕊️ 3. I want to create a safe, faith-filled space.

    A space where tears are welcomed, laughter is healing, and God’s truth is gently spoken. A place where we can talk about real struggles, marriage, motherhood, identity, mental battles, without judgment or fear.

    💡 4. I want to shift mindsets from survival to significance.

    It’s not just about waking up and making it through the day. You were created with intention. You’re not here just to exist. You’re here to impact.

    So whether this blog reaches ten people or ten thousand, I pray it brings change – not through perfect words, but through truth, love, and divine timing.

    Because one inspired woman can shift her entire household.
    One praying mother can change generations.
    One bold step can start a movement.

    And it can all begin here, with one blog post at a time.


    If you’ve felt encouraged today, I’d love for you to share this post or leave a comment below. Let’s start the change together.

    With purpose and love,
    Harmonie Abraham 🤍


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  • Your Past Has Expired — You’ve Outgrown That Room

    There are moments in life when God lets us revisit the past, not to stay there, but to realize just how far we’ve come.

    Sometimes it happens in a conversation, a memory, or even a dream. Suddenly you’re back in an old environment. Maybe a room you used to sit in. A crowd you used to blend into. A system you once believed in. But this time, something feels… different.

    • You don’t quite fit anymore.
    • You don’t recognize the people.
    • You feel out of place — like a visitor in your own history.

    And that’s when God whispers:
    “This is not your room anymore. You’ve outgrown this place.”

    Old Rooms, New Revelations

    It’s wild how we can cling to old titles, old beliefs, old labels, simply because they feel familiar. But God is not in the business of keeping you in comfort zones. He’s in the business of transformation.

    You may have once needed that place. It may have even helped shape your foundation. But growth requires movement. And God loves you too much to let you shrink yourself just to keep others comfortable.

    “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!”
    – Isaiah 43:18–19 (NKJV)

    Letting Go Doesn’t Mean Disrespect

    Walking away from an old room doesn’t mean dishonor. It means obedience.

    You can love people and still leave places that no longer align with who God is calling you to be. You can honor your roots and still pursue your rise. Some rooms served a purpose for a season, but the season has changed — and so have you.

    A Prayer for When You Feel the Tug

    Lord, give me the courage to walk away from the past without guilt.
    Show me where You are now.
    Help me not to grieve expired places, but to step boldly into the “new thing” You are doing in my life.
    Remind me that growth is not betrayal, it’s obedience.
    In Jesus’ name, Amen.

    Final Thought

    If you’ve been feeling stuck between who you were and who you’re becoming, this is your confirmation: It’s okay to move forward. You don’t belong in that old room anymore. Not because you’re better, but because you’re becoming.

    And trust me, what God has prepared for you ahead is far greater than what you’re leaving behind.

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