Raise Your Level of Expectation…

And Become Completely Synchronized

“For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end—it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay.”  Habakkuk 2:3

Simply because we are quickly approaching the end of time as we now know it; it is imperative that our “clocks” are in alignment with God’s agenda for this season…. And that we increase our level of expectation.  Now is the time to become excited, eager and enthusiastic about what the Lord is doing!  God has already released in the realm of the Spirit an outpouring of the endtime wealth.  However, if you are not synchronized to His time schedule – you will not be in the correct place, nor in the correct position to begin to be a recipient.

I’m reminded of a few instances when people were in the right place (their physical location and their spiritual position), at the right time.  Therefore, because their time clocks were synchronized with God’s timing - they were blessed beyond measure.  Consider the: Woman of Samaria (John 4), and The Ethiopian Eunuch (Acts 8;26-40); they were positioned in the right place at the right time – and therefore were able to encounter life altering experiences.

To be completely synchronized we must:

• Know what season we are personally undergoing. Just understand that your personal season may differ from others who are in your ministry, church, temple, synagogue, etc.  
• Understand the process of: Seed, Time & Harvest. All seeds - when sown and properly cared for will produce fruit. (Note: Also apple seeds won’t produce oranges. You can fast, pray, command and demand…. But those apple seeds will only produce apples….after the seeds have matured and are ready to be harvested. We must also know what type of seed to sow and when!)
• Failure to fully comprehend the stages of the process will sometimes permit us to entertain the spirit of fear while waiting for our seeds to mature. Remain confident after you’ve sown your seeds. (Note: I know that because of the potency of MY seed, I truly believe that even if I sow it into unfavorable soil – it will STILL produce 100 fold!)   Remember that there is a process that must be adhered to prior to receiving the fruit.  Even though we are approaching the time when the “plowman will overtake the reaper (Amos 9:13)” – we must still understand that synchronization is a process.   
• Know the voice of God. We are living in an era where the enemy is using those who are in positions of authority to attempt to displace, dismantle and demolish the authentic voice of God. Remember God’s voice will ALWAYS be in alignment with His written word.
• Value my time by not becoming distracted by anything that is not God ordained for THIS season.

So get excited!  Launch out into the deep waters in your mind and in your expectations, your dreams, and in your desires.   Ephesians 3:20 reminds us that God can do far more than we can even imagine or think!  The sky is not the limit; for there is no limit where Jesus is Lord!  So increase the borders and the previously established perimeters of your mind and your anticipations!

To be completely synchronized with God’s future plans concerning us is not difficult.  However it will require of us a determination to acknowledge Him in ALL of our ways – as He leads us along this walk of faith; step by step; day by day…. And in most instances minute by minute! 

God WILL manifest all that He has promised…but we must be completely synchronized to His orchestrated moves!  He has given unto you a blank check…… What’s your next move????

“Timing is so important! If you are going to be successful in dance, you must be able to respond to rhythm and timing. It’s the same in the Spirit. People who don’t understand God’s timing can become spiritually spastic, trying to make the right things happen at the wrong time. They don’t get His rhythm – and everyone can tell they are out of step. They birth things prematurely, threatening the very lives of their God-given dreams.” – Bishop T. D. Jakes

Remember …..It’s A Process!

“Despise not the day of small beginnings……”  Zechariah 4:10

One vital piece of information that we must remember is that mighty oak trees are birthed from tiny acorns; and an apple orchard was produced from one apple seed.   In other words, remember…it’s a process!

The embryotic stages of any living creature are vital and must be carefully guarded and protected.  This will make certain that its ability to reproduce once it reaches the stage of maturity, have been preserved and that it will then successfully reproduce.  Each stage of development is crucial. 

Sometimes we tend to forget that ministry also has its stages of development.  We also forget that our spiritual walk has stages of development.  So don’t permit the spirit of abortion to have victory in your life or ministry. Remember:..  Every one of us is unique – therefore our journey will not be a carbon copy of anyone else’s.    We must learn the art of being confident in whom we are in the Lord; using only His plumb line as our guide.  Far too often we feel as though because our ministry or our spiritual walk is progressing slowly or not even showing any outward signs of progress – that we should just give up.  However, growth initiates from the inside out……. And… It’s a process. 

When I was a school teacher, in our science class the children would plant seeds.  Sometimes they would want to throw the containers away when they didn’t see anything happening.  However, as they continued to care for the seeds, they would eventually see a tiny sprout coming out of the soil…. And the excitement would begin!  They would then be able to see the evidence of the work that was already taking place under the surface.  We as adults, many times seem to forget those simplistic lessons that we’ve learned as children.  We tend to forget that the visible manifestation of anything is secondary…. And that everything in life that is accomplished is manifested gradually …. EVERYTHING involves stages….. Life is a process.

Life is also a waiting game.  However, when we have ENDURED as a good soldier (2 Timothy 2:3) – we will reap the harvest.  God has promised that we will reap in DUE season - however, only if we don’t permit that spirit of abortion to be victorious (Galatians 6:9).   God CAN’T lie (Numbers 23:19).  Therefore learn to wait on the Lord (Psalm 27:14; Isaiah 40:31). 

Remember… again I reiterate …. “It’s a Process”!  You must go THROUGH each stage of your process….because tomorrow’s success will stand tall on today’s perseverance!  

“And let us not be weary in well doing, for in DUE SEASON we will reap, IF we faint not”. Galatians 6:9

You Still Have One More Move..

Therefore - It’s Never Too Late!

Life can be compared to a strategic game that requires its players at certain points, to make moves that cannot be changed.  One decisive rule that we must remember in this game is this: although we may not maintain the ability to retract the moves; we can always amend the results.  In the game called life you will always have at least…..One more Move!

This concept is mirrored in many instances throughout the Bible.  As we read and glean wisdom, strength and encouragement; we can see that no matter what the circumstances or the situations that the people of God were confronted with – God always showed them that they still had – one more move. 

So as you continue to participate in the game of life, always remember that; “It ain’t over til God says it’s over”.  No matter what you’ve done in your past, if you: trust in God, make an about face (Repent), and begin to do things His way; instead of leaning to your own understanding – He can rectify, repair, resolve, amend and correct anything. (Proverbs 3:5 & II Chronicles 7:14)

Another very important fact to remember in this game called life is this: “We have the power to limit the manifestation of God’s desire to change things for our good”.  In other words, because God has given to us the place of dominion and authority on this earth; He will not override that decision.  That’s why He has told US that: death and life are in the power of the tongue (Proverbs 18:21); He has told US to speak forth those things which be not.., (Romans 4:17); He has told US - I set before you this day life and death ….  (Deuteronomy 30:19); He has told US - No good thing will I withhold… (Psalm 84:11); e has told USH He has told US to – put on the whole armor …. (Ephesians 6:11-13) etc., etc.  – So, God is saying SPEAK it, and I’ve got your back!  God is saying, “You may have decided to make a wrong move – but I’ve allotted you the opportunity to cause even that wrong move to work in your favor.” (Romans 8:28)

So remember that this game of life has many players but very few winners.  Why?  Because most people don’t realize …..that, our battle has already been won… and most importantly ……you will always have at least one more move……..Therefore, without regards to your age, vocational or educational background,  status of your bank accounts, or the opinions of your naysayers…. Just because God IS on YOUR side…... “It’s Never Too Late, YOU Have (at least)  One More Move!”

Failure is not an Option…..

It’s Not On Your Menu

“According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world,…..” Ephesians 1:4

Every master chef knows the importance of having a well organized menu. The purpose of the menu is to inform everyone exactly what they can expect to receive from that particular establishment.  Therefore when one glances at the menu they can determine the type of facility, the expertise of the chef, as well as the clientele who frequent that place of business.  We also understand that we can’t order an item that is not listed on the menu – and then become upset if that item is either not available or not prepared to our liking.  The master chef will only order the essential ingredients which are required to properly prepare those items which are listed on the menu.  Now, an experienced chef will on occasion, use some of the ingredients which were purchased for one item and prepare something that is not listed on the menu.  However, this is not always possible.  For example; you can’t become distraught if a fast food restaurant doesn’t fulfill your request for a fresh seafood order.  Why? It isn’t on their menu.

So it is with our lives.  God who is our Master Chef has a well-planned menu for our lives.  As the scripture text states; even before the foundation of the world – God had already written the menu for each and every one of our lives.  Therefore He knows which ingredients to include in our lives that will permit us to produce the highest quality of life.  He knows a forehand which circumstances, experiences, trials and the like to include on our menus of life.  He also knows: because He is God, the decisions that we will make in every given situation. However, because we already have a well-planned menu, when we make contrary choices in our lives; God has the ability to use those choices to still yet perfect His plan for our lives (Romans 8:28).  He’ll take our burnt bread; scrape off the overly browned portions; cut it into squares and use it for croutons!  He’s the Master Chef and therefore knows exactly how to perfect everything in our lives…..if we permit Him to!

Therefore, when you feel as though you are on the verge of becoming overwhelmed and going out of your mind – just declare that a nervous breakdown can’t occur… Why?.. Because Failure is Not an Option….it’s not on your menu! Declare Isaiah 26:3 & St. John 16:33!

When you feel as though you “can’t” – just decree that Failure is not an Option…It’s not on your menu. Declare Philippians 4:13!

When you feel as though everything is just taking too long to materialize – just remember that the best sauces must simmer for hours; and endurance IS on your menu! Decree Isaiah 40:41or Psalm 27:14!

When you feel as though the bottom has fallen out of your world and every stable foundation has been shaken – just relax… God may be testing you or just trying to get your attention so that He can elevate you to the next course of your menu! Decree 2 Timothy 2:3-5!

Learn to rest in the Lord and in what He is doing at this stage of your life.  We must remember that God has not “mass produced” us.  Therefore, we aren’t to compare our menu items with anyone else’s.  Although they may appear to be similar on the surface – because we are all uniquely made.… so are our menus.  We aren’t to be compared to the “chain” stores which all possess the same exact menus.  Yes, we are all God’s kids – but we are all so different!.... He planned it that way!

So it doesn’t matter how your circumstances may currently appear to you – simply remember that God is only attempting to get you to advance from the soup on your menu to the dessert. He has the entire menu of your life in mind.  You can’t simply produce the “soup” from your menu of life... forever!  It’s now time to advance to the appetizer and then endure every challenge of life.  God is only attempting to get you to the end of your menu…. Where your mind will be totally focused... and you will have the ability to enjoy the dessert course of life ….without regards to your current circumstances! View every item on YOUR menu as an opportunity to prove to the world that as for me….. “Failure is not an option; because It’s Not On MY Menu!”

“Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:”   I Corinthians 1:6

Spiritual Cataracts

“And Elisha prayed, “Open his eyes, Lord, so that he may see.” ......” 2 Kings 6:17

Read: 2 Kings 6:8-22

There are times when we, the body of Christ are lacking the ability to see and understand the happenings of this season.  In other words, we have been “blind-sided”; not possessing the capability to clearly comprehend and relate the occurrences of today to those which are recorded in the Bible.  Although we sincerely love the Lord; attend Bible Study on a regular basis; and are faithful in the paying of our tithes and offerings; we can’t seem to see clearly.  Why? Possibly because we have Spiritual Cataracts.

When a person has a cataract in the natural; they have a condition in which there is a cloudiness of the lens in the eye that prevents light from passing to the retina; which can impair their vision. (Brief explanation)

Therefore, when someone has a Spiritual Cataract they have a blockage in their perception, in the realm of the Spirit; which is preventing the illumination of God’s word from being comprehended to its fullest capacity.  They may “see men walking as trees” (Mark 8:24); or not even see at all (refer to the key verse).  Whatever the case they need to have those cataracts removed if they are going to be abreast of these end-time situations that have already been fully explained in our canon. 

In some instances cataracts in the natural can remain intact because they aren’t really obstructing too much of the retina.  However, in terms of Spiritual Cataracts; whatever the density or consistency – they must be removed.  We can’t afford to permit anything in our lives which will block or hinder the Light of the Lord to prevail.

So if you are lacking the ability to accurately “see” the signs of the times; if you are still not actively progressing in the realm of the Spirit; if your decisions and directives are still leading you down paths which are non-productive; ….. then maybe you are in need of Spiritual Cataract Surgery. 

When someone undergoes cataract surgery in the natural, it’s not a “one size fits all” procedure.  Some situations are “out of the norm” and will require the expertise of one who is more knowledgeable.  For example, our expectations of an optometrist are not the same as for an ophthalmologist…although they are both concerned with our eyes.  Therefore, prior to undergoing a successful spiritual surgery we must consult our Chief Physician! We must ask the Lord to reveal every area in our lives where He is still not “Lord”.   In other words; those areas where the illumination of His word is not prevailing to the extent, that we are willing to bring a total submission to His divine authority.  Ask Him for the corrective orders and directions which will permit an enlightenment of His character  to be evident and to prevail in your life.

Lastly, remember that God will perform the necessary procedures – but we must be willing to do our part by walking in obedience, persistence, and a determination to do whatever He mandates for our lives. 

Make the preparations for surgery today….enough time has already transpired!

The Search Is On…Do You Qualify?

“……The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: ……. Luke 10:2

The Lord is still seeking those who are qualified to be an example in leadership.  Now…. you’ve been “saved” for quite a few years; you know quite a few scriptures; and can effectively convince  someone of their need to deepen their relationship with the Lord.  However, what would your true character reveal if you were selected for this current search?

Let's take a look …….Focus on yourself…You’re the Judge!

1. Does my love for the Lord reflect in my: emotions, reasonings, and my actions?
2. Do I spend quality time in the presence of the Lord – daily?
3. Am I a bold advocate for the cause of Christ?
4. Am I familiar enough with my “sword” as to know the “flavor” of its content?
5. What is the opinion of the people in my community concerning my: integrity, friendliness, and my active involvement within the community?
6. What about my employer and my fellow coworkers? What is their opinion of my Spiritual convictions? Do they even know of my profession concerning my Lord?
7. What does my check book or my internet financial statements reveal concerning my stewardship in the area of finances?
8. What type of financial supporter am I to those who ministry to me on a regular basis?
9. Are my choices and the style of my clothing in accord with what is “satisfactory” and pleasing to the Lord?
10. Above all, is my overall lifestyle a display of that which would consider me to be classified as a current day disciple?

So if the Lord were to use the above brief list as a “white glove” to survey our lives…. would that glove still remain white after the survey?  Remember….God doesn’t require educational degrees, eloquent speech or a “padded” bank account  – but He does require obedience, commitment and perseverance.   

Yes…. The search is on….. Do you qualify?  (if not…get to stepping!!!)

“And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Colossians 3:17 (ESV)

The Tenacity To Endure

“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” Galatians 6:9

In this season it is imperative that you don’t give up!  We are all on the verge of receiving from the Lord all that He has promised.  Don’t get distracted.  Don’t become weary.  Don’t lose your focus.  Here’s another prayer that the Lord had given to me.  As you read through it, personally apply it to your life.  Be Blessed.

Grateful For Your Tenacity (©2003)

Father God, in the name of Jesus, I come to you to acknowledge that “tenacity” is needed to accomplish your divine purpose in my life.  So I come to you now, EARLY. At the beginning of this time of my life.  Since today is the first day of the rest of my life, I have come at the start of this new season, with the realization that I am in a new “place in life”.  For this day has never been seen prior to its awakening.  Therefore, I am in a place that I have not yet experienced. 

I thank you for your diligence, your perseverance, your endurance, your stamina, your assiduity, your determination - that I now possess, so that I can be the warrior that you have decreed me to be.

So now Lord, I stand on Romans 8:36-39 and declare that IN all things I am more than a conqueror.  I acknowledge that I already have the tenacity required to receive the manifestation of every blessing that you have outlined for me in your word…simply because as these verses denote – your love for me will never fail.

I will therefore never permit any obstacle or phenomenon in this life to hold me captive.  I will never permit any thought pattern that is contrary to your divine direction to invade my conscience or sub-conscience intellect.

As I have become more tenacious while studying your word; You have revealed your wisdom,

As I have become more tenacious in times of disappointment; You have revealed your     

     unconditional love and security,

As I have become more tenacious while engaged in spiritual warfare; You have revealed your

    camouflage, shield, shelter, your protection - as well as the ability to uproot every diabolical

    plan.

As I have become more tenacious in every area of my life; You have revealed the potency, the

    discernment, the joy, the peace and the fulfillment that are now evident in my life.

Thank you Lord for the manifestation of a spirit of “TENACITY”.  I will embrace it today and forever more! 

And it is so.                                                 

Am I Yielded ….. And Not Broken???
“I” must be crucified with Christ. It can no longer be “I” who lives, but Christ who lives in me.  Galatians 2:20 (ESV)

The Lord wants to be in total control of our lives.  However, for the most part, far too many of His faithful followers haven’t received the boldness which is required for them to operate from a platform of being “broken”.  They are faithful in the “doing” while lacking in the “being”.  In other words, we are basically still living our lives from the position of observing the law (the covenant of works); instead of allowing the Holy Spirit to accomplish His work through us.

We have yielded our thoughts, actions and words to the LEADING of the Holy Spirit which is a great achievement… for a new convert.   Think about it.  When we “yield” in a given situation; we remain in control and decide the outcome of that situation.   When we are yielded, we will faithfully and in all sincerity: pay our tithes, “assemble ourselves with other believers”, study and read our Bible, etc.  However, because we are only yielded – we are still basing our relationship with the Lord on all of these things that we are “doing”.

Consider this personally….When I become that broken vessel …. I have matured to the place where I am no longer in control at all.  Therefore my mind has been renewed to the extent that I will move in instant obedience to the voice of the Lord.  A broken vessel truly “Takes no thought for tomorrow” when they receive a command from the Lord. A broken vessel doesn’t worry, fret or become overly concerned about the outcome of situations or circumstances.  A broken vessel has learned the art of resting in the assurance of the unconditional love of the Lord – regardless. 

A yielded vessel will know that they’ve heard the voice of the Lord; but may delay in obeying…

A broken vessel will know that they’ve heard the voice of the Lord and without giving it a second thought - instantly obey.

A yielded vessel will still “stake claims” on and cling to their material possessions….

A broken vessel will say, “Lord EVERYTHING that I have is yours” - …. And they will freely release ANYTHING that they possess when the initial instruction comes from the Lord

We all still have areas in our lives where we are yielded vessels; still in the process of being molded, reshaped and refashioned.   When we are totally broken vessels, we will be vessels that have been stripped of every hindering traditional ideology, concept and precept.  Then once stripped, these broken vessels can now be completely engulfed by the power of the Holy Spirit and refashioned to be used totally by Him for His glory.  

To be effective in these last days; we can no longer be just yielded vessels.  It’s a new day! The Lord doesn’t desire for us to only be yielded.   I reiterate, we must become broken vessels by Him for Him. 

I challenge you to sincerely seek the face of God, asking Him to reveal the areas in your mind where ungodly or immature strongholds still exist…. The areas where you are only yielded – and not broken.  

We must be determined to become broken vessels because:

Broken vessels are vessels of virtue;

Broken vessels are vessels of valor and above all;

Broken vessels are vessels of Victory!

Submit yourselves therefore to God…James 4:7 ESV  -   Humble yourselves before the Lord, …James 4:10 ESV  

Yom Kippur =Atonement

Atonement =Ability & Authority

“And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease.” Matthew 10:1

The celebration of Yom Kippur concludes tonight at sundown.  Our Jewish brothers and sisters recognize this time as a period of Atonement which began on Rosh Hashanah; continued through the 10 Days of Awe, and now concludes.  We believe that Jesus Christ is our “Messiah”.  We know that His blood has made an atonement for our every need…past, present and future!  Therefore, we can on this day thank God for the atoning blood of Jesus that is perpetual.  We can be grateful that we have been atoned.  Christ will never have to return to the cross again.  His sacrifice, His blood sacrifice has paid our sin debt.  We therefore have the ability and the authority to walk in an At One (ATONE) state with God our Father!  Hallelujah! Thank you Lord, for the ATONING power that your Son, Jesus Christ has purchased for us!

 In the book of Matthew chapter 10 we can read a recorded account concerning the instructions that Jesus relayed to His disciples.  He informed them that He had given unto them the two key components which would be essential for the success of their journey as His disciples. 

The power that was given to them as His disciples has not diminished. We still have that power today to accomplish every task that is mentioned. The Greek word for power that is used here implies the fact that we have been given the strength… as well as the permission to assist this chaotic world in their quest to fulfill every void in their lives.

We must always remain cognizant of the facts that are stated in this chapter.  It is not by the coincidence that one may have within themselves that gives to us the power against unclean spirits.  Today, many of these spirits which were previously working “behind the scenes” are now boldly and openly displaying their presence. Yet because of the atoning power of the blood of Jesus, we have already been given the ability and the authority. we have the Ability and Authority to; eradicate, destroy and to totally dismantle these spirits from wherever they decide to make their abode.  However, because we, the body of Christ, have failed to properly apply our power, the world is now reaping the consequences of the same. 

Therefore we must be more determined to use the power that has already been given to us.  We must personally decree and affirm who and whose we are. We can no longer wait for someone else to take the initiative.   It is imperative that we remain cognizant of the fact that:  It is because of the ability and authority that “I” already possess (because of the indwelling presence of the Holy Ghost) that “I” can be used by the Lord.  “I” must be that disciple who will decree and declare that:

1. I will not conform to this world’s standards, policies and mindsets. (Romans 12:1 & 2)
2. I will not become over whelmed as I labor for the Lord. (Galatians 6:9)
3. I will not permit the advancement of the wicked to sway my decisions (Psalm 37:1)
4. I will stand & praise the Lord in the midst of every situation - positive or negative (Ps. 34:1)
5. I will remain faithful in the giving of my: gifts, assets and time. (Revelation 2:10)
6. I will encourage myself; not lean to what I think; and daily enforce God’s plan for my life. (I Samuel 30; Proverbs 3:5-6; Psalm 61:8)
7. I will, with the assistance of the Holy Spirit, stand steadfast unmovable always abounding in the work of the Lord. (I Corinthians 15:58)

So…. Let’s walk in the Confidence and in the Conviction of the Lord…… because of our state of ATONEMENT…. we have already been given the Ability and His Authority!

Not Again!!!

YES! .... Your Test Will Be Given…. AGAIN!

“The Season & The Time”

“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:”       Ecclesiastics 3:1 

We are all aware of the fact that everything in nature is governed by at least two elements; one of those being “its season”.  However, what is of a graver importance is the “TIMING” within the season.  Far too often our focus has only been directed towards our season; while ignoring the fact that “our timing” is just as relevant.

Solomon (the accredited) author of the book of Ecclesiastics; and the wisest man that the world has ever known, specifically focused on both…. the season and the time.   He said that everything has a season and within that season – there is a designated time when its purpose will be revealed, manifested and fulfilled.

In many instances, simply because we haven’t advanced at the correct time – we have not accomplished our expected results.  Therefore, some of us have continued to enter into “our season” over, and over again; yet, we know that we haven’t received all that God has in store for us!

So, your test will be given AGAIN!  The retest!  Have you noticed that there is one situation or circumstance that continues to occur in your life… year after year?  Different day…. Different month…. Different people involved….. but the same basic situation?  That’s because God is testing you …. AGAIN! You keep failing the test…. So our patient God is simply giving you the “makeup exam”!   God… as always…. is giving you an opportunity to pass the test.   As I often say; God doesn’t have a “No child left behind policy”!  He will permit us to continue to experience the same situation … for a lifetime if necessary …until we accomplish the results that He is requiring of us.  He is always scheduling and aligning situations and circumstances in some of the areas of our lives that we have previously encountered - unsuccessfully.  Our “make-up” test will require that we focus more on our “timing”.   So as you operate in this season – don’t omit the necessity to align your timing …. And to incorporate it into the equation. 

YES! It is our season….however we must make certain that we are walking choreographically aligned and synchronized to God’s timetable…within this season…. to prevent failing the test again… and having to be retested….AGAIN!

“There’s an opportune time to do things, a right time for everything on the earth…”    Ecclesiastics 3:1 (AMP)

A Rain of Abundance Is Falling!

A Refreshing Rain…Restoring Rain

“You, O God, did send a plentiful rain; You did restore and confirm your heritage when it languished and was weary”.                    Psalm 68:9 AMP

Note: Today’s meditation is prophetic in nature and therefore might not be totally comprehended by everyone.  Nevertheless, please feel free to contact me for clarification. 

A drenching rain is coming!  However, some people won’t be able to reap the advantages of this rain … because it a supernatural rain that will yield increase in both realms. .  This rain will pour down upon the earth – to saturate those children of God who are waiting in great expectation of it!  The Lord is sending this rain: to cleanse, to heal, to restore and to maintain.

The rain will be felt as you prophetically dance in the presence of the Lord to the beat that is within your spirit.  Worship in this rain.  Listen in this rain.  Obey in this rain. Receive your next instructions and strategic plans in this rain!

Not everyone will comprehend the fact that it’s raining.  Many will know that something is occurring – but won’t understand exactly what.  Still others will know “ABOUT” the rain – but haven’t developed the type of relationship with the Lord that will afford them the opportunity to reap any of the benefits from it.

The effects which are being released from this rain are eternal.  They won’t wear off – but will wear in.  This rain will cleanse.  This rain will awaken.  This rain will unlock.  This rain will release.  This rain will saturate; producing healing, wholeness and bringing total peace (NOTHING lacking, NOTHING broken, NOTHING missing!).

This rain will also confirm.  This rain will also seal. This rain will also bind.  This rain will also initiate a coagulation process for spiritual wounds that have been bleeding for years.

Revelation, manifestation, transformation and reformation…. All benefits from soaking in this rain.  No umbrellas for this rain…. Become completely soaked!  You are about to acquire an enriched, a totally refreshing and an awesomely rewarding experience.  

So get free….. and Dance, Dance, Dance IN THIS RAIN OF ABUNDANCE!!!!  HALLELUJAH!!!

God Has Called You To Greater

Know your worth. “You were designed for accomplishment, engineered for success, and endowed with the seeds of greatness.”,,,, Author unknown

Take a look at where you are now – physically…. God has called you to a greater place.  Now consider your vocation or your daily routine…. God has called you to a greater place.  Think about your spiritual walk…. God has definitely called you to a greater place!  Whatever you have already achieved; whatever you have already accomplished; whatever ground you have already acquired – it just doesn’t matter – God has called you to a greater place!

Therefore, we must now embrace an expectation from the Lord, which will give Him no other alternative than to catapult us to our next place in Him.  This is the initial step. Then, as we first, seek to advance ourselves in the spiritual arena - the manifestation of our “greater” will become a reality in every other area of our lives.  For far too long we have settled and become “comfortable” in our current state. 

We must realize that we are all unique – alike …. But yet different.  God hasn’t made any two people from the exact same mold.  It has been discovered that even identical twins have at least one distinguishing characteristic.  Therefore we must engulf the notion that we are called to operate in our giftings as originals, and not carbon copies of anyone else.  We cannot excel to our greater place; spiritually, economically, socially, financially or emotionally until we establish the “God appointed”; unique goals for our individual lives.

Begin today with the determination that your mind will achieve a “greater place” status.  Increase your mental capacity by learning at least one new fact daily.  It isn’t necessary that it is spiritual in nature (however that would probably be of the most benefit in the long run!).   Advancing to your greater status begins with a thought… which when activated… will become a reality. If you can accomplish your goals within your current arena - God has definitely called you to greater!

One of the surest and quickest avenues to obtaining your  “greater” status is to assist and to push someone else on their road to acceleration.  Seeds sown will still manifest the same.  Whatever we sow – that will we also reap (Galatians 6:7).  This is a natural as well as a spiritual law!  Luke 6:38 is still relevant! Give and “IT” shall be given to you.  Don’t judge – just give! (Matthew 7:1).  Don’t be stingy in your giving – because your return will reflect the same (II Corinthians 9:6).

Unless we can realize that we still have a “greater” within us; we will not advance to that place ….. and next year…  we will be in the same place that we are now!  Dreams are excellent and are necessary – however, the time has now arrived for our dreams to become the manifested reality of the “greater” that we all have within us!

“A goal is a dream with a deadline”.     Napoleon Hill

Worshipping, Warriors Win!

Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name; worship the Lord in the splendor of holiness.

Psalm 29:2

As many today are reminiscing on the events and circumstances which occurred on this day 25 years ago, we must also remember that God is always ultimately in control.  He has given to us the ability to stand in victory – regardless.  However, we must not forget that He uses US to be examples of the very essence of His true nature – and to display the same here on the earth. 

To maintain our composure in times of disaster, devastation and the like, the Lord has already equipped us with whatever is needed to sustain us.  Simply because the Holy Spirit is ever present within us - is already on the inside of us, we are more than conquerors.   Sometimes we think that we need to get “more” before we will have the ability to stand at the onset of tragedies, to excel or move forward. 

For the most part, most people simply need to learn how to worship.  More battles in this life would victoriously be won…..if we only understood the relevance of worship.

We praise God because of what He has done – as a sign of gratitude.  However we worship Him because of WHO He is.  As a warrior, worship is essential.  It’s in the atmosphere of worship that we’re able to receive the strategies that will permit us to win EVERY battle.  Although you personally may not realize it, but you are a warrior!  Within us we all have an innate ability to oppose every wrong; to fight.  However, we must aim those “energies” in the correct direction.

Become more engaged in worshipping the Lord.  Worshipping develops intimacy.  Therefore, when we worship the Lord – there is an open communication between us, which permits us to converse with Him - Spirit to spirit ….at any time.  Worship transcends just a momentary set time of communion with the Lord. When we learn to worship the Lord; our flesh (attitudes, desires, opinions, etc.) will not have the free reign that it has.  

The results from this type of worship will permit us to receive the stamina and the wisdom that is necessary to outwit the enemy…..every time!

A warrior knows no defeat.  A warrior can realize that there are really no failures in life – only opportunities to learn.  Question?????? – “If I’ve attempted to accomplish a task and didn’t receive the expected results – but have LEARNED from the experience…did I fail?  Absolutely not!

A warrior has a mindset that doesn’t conform, but will transform whatever they encounter. 

So you need to realize that …you ARE a winner. …you ARE a warrior….. but above all.. you are called to be a worshipper!

As a lifestyle of worship is developed, one maintains the focus which is required to  remain stable amid every negative situation. 

Worship your way through the next “911” devastation because….remember ….

Worshipping, Warriors….always Win!

“But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him.”  John 4:34 ESV

H.O.P.E

“And now, Lord, what wait I for? my hope is in thee.”  Psalm 39:7

I must always remember that:   God is committed; (via His promises) - TO me. 

He has made a covenant - WITH me.

His love has provided a covering - FOR me.

Therefore when I understand the word HOPE – I can affirm that I Am:

   Holding on – Optimistically Pressing….Expecting!

To further explain:

H – Holding on

I’m Affixing ….with the tenacity and the grip of a mad bulldog; my every desire, concern and  

request to the alignment of God’s word.

      “Therefore be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord”

                 I Corinthians 15:58

O - Optimistically

I’m remaining confident.  Refusing to permit fear, doubt and unbelief to intervene.  I’m not speaking any negative words… nor permitting anyone else to clutter my space with the same.

“And this is the confidence that we have in Him….” I John 5:14

P - Pressing

I’m pursuing; pushing through and against every obstacle that is attempting to cause me to disbelieve the promises of God.

“And we pull down reasonings and every high thing that is exalted against the knowledge of God, and we take all minds prisoner to the obedience of The Messiah.”  2 Corinthians 10:5

  E – Expecting

         I’m awaiting; believing; and in excited anticipation of something that I haven’t seen the      

         manifestation of – yet.

          “We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair”.  2 Corinthians 4:8

So, it doesn’t matter how the circumstances may appear; nor the opinions of others nor the evidence which is stacked against me……

      “I am Holding on, Optimistically, Pressing…Expecting” God to bring into manifest the benefits of every seed that I’ve sown, which is ready to be harvested.  

     “I am Holding on, Optimistically, Pressing…Expecting” to see a change in the lives of my unsaved and uncommitted loved ones - in response to the prayers that have been prayed on their behalf.

“I am Holding on, Optimistically, Pressing…Expecting” God to use me in a fashion that I have not previously known. 

Lastly, “I am Holding on, Optimistically, Pressing…Expecting” God to do exceedingly and abundantly above all that I could ever ask, think, or imagine……and to do it through His power that is at work within me!

 And HOPE maketh not ashamed; because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost which is given unto us.  Romans 5:5

Be Whom God Has Created You To Be!

“I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvelous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.” Psalms 139:14

WARRIORS!!! Remember that you are uniquely, fearfully and wonderfully hand crafted by God. Therefore you must stand boldly; embrace your uniqueness….and don’t unconsciously imitate others.

God has given unto you a strategic battle plan - that can only be properly implemented by you. However, if you are not comfortable in being yourself - you will not be able to effectively invade the satanic data bases and be the effective warrior that God has designed you to be. There are diabolical plans of the enemy that continue to stand firm because many of us are not confidently positioned in our own uniqueness. Far too often, we are not fulfilling our God given assignments because we have unconsciously engulfed patterns, traditions and the like which are limiting OUR effectiveness.  We have seemed to embrace the notion that we must: walk like, talk like, preach like, prophesy like…. Bishop “so and so” or Pastor “so and so”.    We have failed to realize that those people are victorious in their giftings simply because they are adhering to their own uniqueness!  We will discover that our journey will become much easier once we learn how to walk in the footprints and leading of the Holy Spirit, instead of those of other saints!

Advancing towards maturity now demands that we stand our ground in the realm of the spirit and BOLDLY use the weapons that God has instilled within us!  Seek the face of God for the boldness to venture into the uncharted waters of your own life.  Refuse to remain the same. 

Growth demands some form of alteration.  Anything that is alive grows and experiences some type of change.  Therefore, if everything such as:  your prayer life; your sense of discernment; your tolerance level; your love and concern for the homeless, imprisoned, etc…. if everything has remained the same day after day, month after month year after year…. you should question your growth in the realm of the spirit.  You should question whether you have tapped into your God given uniqueness.  You should question whether you are advancing towards being that threat to the kingdom of darkness that you were created to be! Your should question whether you have become stagnate, complacent and too comfortable where you are currently positioned.

Learn to be satisfied with WHO you are…..but not WHERE you are!  God has carefully and wisely created you ….to be you.  Embrace who you are… and remember; No one can perfect you ….. At being you….. Except you!

“But you are the ones chosen by God, chosen for the high calling of priestly work, chosen to be a holy people, God’s instruments to do his work and speak out for him, to tell others of the night-and-day difference he made for you - from nothing to something, from rejected to accepted.”

 I Peter 2:9 & 10 (The Message Bible)

We Will Not Panic!!

OH NO! Not This Time!!!

“Wisdom is the principle thing, therefore, get wisdom; and in all thy getting, get  understanding”. Proverbs 4:7

It’s Labor Day!! Today, as America focuses on those who have made contributions to the prosperity and economic strength of our nation; we should also remember those who have impacted and worked diligently within our lives in the realm of the Spirit.   Those Spiritual warriors who have laid the groundwork and foundation for our Spiritual stability.  They have taught us Not to Panic!  They have taught us to not fear the works of the enemy.  They have taught us that when adversity arises, to open our mouths, and declare…OH NO! Not This Time!!

One of the concepts that applies to many of  us in the body of Christ is that we  appear to be forever learning – but never gleaning the proper understanding.  The Lord desires for us to remember and to understand three things;

1. WHO He is
2. WHAT He is doing
3. WHY He is allowing us to encounter certain situations and circumstances.

Knowledge gives FACTS, but UNDERSTANDING permits us to properly apply the meanings of the facts that we have learned.  (…And all facts are not TRUTH!)  Many times we are experiencing the same situations over and over again.  This is usually because we haven’t gleaned the wisdom that’s necessary to understand WHO God is; WHAT He is doing and the WHY of His actions.  Therefore, when circumstances unexpectedly become adverse; we become frustrated, anxious, angry and/or discouraged…. Instead of resting in the confidence of His Word.

Knowledge gives us Information but Understanding yields Principles; Knowledge impacts our memory but Understanding impacts our Reasoning; Knowledge builds scholars but Understanding creates Teachers.

SO, this time when confronted with the same situations….again… your response will reflect that you are truly in a different place.  Since  you don’t just have information but now you have REVELATION!  And because Revelation has birthed an understanding of WHO, WHAT and WHY….you will emerge from every situation as “more than a conqueror”.  No matter what the opposition – you can tell the enemy..... OH NO – Not This Time!

In Mark 13:7 in the amplified version

“⁷And when you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do not get alarmed (troubled and frightened); it is necessary [that these things] take place, but the end is not yet.”

⁸For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be earthquakes in various places; there will be famines and calamities. This is but the beginning of the ^[a]intolerable anguish and suffering [only the first of the ^[b]birth pangs].

So, when the next major global pandemic surfaces as the Corona virus (PLANdemic) did; the next calamity comes that shook us like “9 -11” did; when the next hurricane comes and wipes another island out to seas; when the next Richter scale shattering earthquake surfaces;….our response will not be one of fear and frustration.  We will maintain our focus – and tell the enemy…OH NO – Not This Time!  Our response and our reactions will declare to the enemy that we now understand the Who, What and the Why of God.

Personally consider…..

When sickness comes to visit again….because I now understand Isaiah 53:5 – I will stand and declare, OH NO.. Not This Time!

If finances become questionable, because I’m a tither and understand Malachi 3:11 - I can say OH NO.. No This Time.

When Loneliness knocks at my door – I can open the door with Deuteronomy 31:6.

When disappointments and tribulations arise… Romans 8:38 & 39 will be my response… And Whatever the enemy may throw my way, because I now have the proper understanding….I will use my God given authority, which is always based in His Word; and boldly proclaim …OH NO.. Not This Time!

Someone summarized it this way:

One day heartaches will be over -  But Today we have God’s COMFORT,

One day pain will be no more, TODAY God is saying My GRACE is sufficient,

One day there will be no more burdens, but TODAY we have His Strength,

One day I will possess everything that I need, but TODAY Live by Faith,

One day I will understand EVERYTHING… BUT TODAY I TRUST His actions!

                                                                                                           (Author Unknown)

Yes.. Prayer is the KEY…FAITH unlocks the door….But a proper UNDERSTANDING will give me the ACCESS and the WISDOM to OPEN that door and allow me to tell the enemy…

 I WILL NOT PANIC……OH NO, NOT THIS TIME!

Did You Hear That?

“And when you shall HEAR the sound of marching in the top of the mulberry trees, then you shall advance quickly.”  I Chronicles 14:15

Today the Lord, our Baal Perazim (the God of Breakthrough) is confirming His position in our current battle.  Just as He was with David, He is reminding us that His wisdom still supersedes that of the adversary. 

When reading this story in I Chronicles (or II Samuel) we discovered that “Our Lord of Break -Through” required  David’s response  to be quick and at precisely the right time.  Let’s consider David’s responsibility.

1. David had to know the voice of the Lord.
2. David had to remain alert and attentive in the realm of the spirit.
3. David had to already have his weapons and be positioned offensively.

When we attempt to correlate this story to our daily lives, we must remember that:

1. David sought the Lord for direction prior to the onset of the battle.
2. The Lord went before David and “Broke Through” the front line of the enemy’s defense.
3. Whatever the Lord has done before, He still has the power to do again.

I found it interesting that David was told to LISTEN for a certain sound. If we are going to know exactly when to advance, conquer and reclaim our territory; then we must critique or fine tune our ability to recognize a specific sound. Far too often we are listening to and following the wrong sound!  For example, David was instructed to listen for a specific sound - the sound of marching.    

Next, the sound was in a designated place - the tree tops.  Not on the ground, nor in the air, but in the top of the trees.  Lastly, David was told the type of trees from which the specific sound was to resonate. 

So because Our Baal Perazim had already preceded David, he (David) was able to be victorious.

Our God is still operating as a Baal Perazim today.  He has broken through enemy territory and is permitting us to recover all!  But we must LISTEN for our specific marching orders.

Don’t permit a delay in your recovery because you didn’t hear or recognize the voice of God concerning His specific instructions, advising you how and when to advance - and recover all!

The wealth of the wicked IS ours; however, we must adhere to the precise, explicit instructions from the Lord if we are to be privy to it!

Just as David did…. Seek the face of God, Listen for the Sound, and March your way to victory.  

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And Nothing Shall Offend You!

“Great peace have they which love thy law; and nothing shall offend them.” Psalm 119:165

Your ability to refrain from becoming offended, reveals the level of maturity from which you operate.  The word offend in this verse refers to “stumbling block”.  Therefore, when we permit anything to cause us to stumble or to divert our focus from the Lord; we have not learned to avail ourselves of His ever-abiding peace.  We have not learned to avoid walking in offense.

The peace of God represents the wholeness of God; His completeness – nothing missing.  When we realize that God has the ability to control the outcome of every situation; we will then receive that confidence into our spirit.. and rest in Him. 

I’m reminded of a toddler as they begin learning to walk.  They must learn to be confident, as well as how to balance themselves.  When we haven’t learned to walk confidently according to God’s word; we permit the cares of this world, people and even our own undisciplined motives – to become a stumbling block and we lose our balance.  When we haven’t obtained the power to have the proper balance in our lives; we stumble and sometimes fall.

We must also realize that the spirit of fear is the anchored root system and underlying, hidden culprit that is still present when we are yielding to the influences of offence or of being offended.  When ungodly fear is eradicated from our lives, we will recognize that offence will no longer be an issue.

Offences will come (Luke 17:1) – but we don’t have to permit them to divert our attention.  If we prepare ourselves daily with an awareness that we are more than a conqueror (Romans 8:37); we will know how to receive the peace of God; which has the power and the authority to permit us to remain stable and causes us to triumph in every situation (Philippians 4:7).  Peace is not the absence of chaos.  Peace is the mindset that affords us with the ability to remain unshaken – regardless.  Peace is the state of completeness – nothing broken, nothing missing!

To rest in the peace of God reveals that we have permitted the power of God to be our support system… and that we are trusting in His promises to be our daily provision.

Therefore, to prevent the offences that so readily appear in life from becoming a stumbling block in our lives; the spirit of fear must be dealt with.  We also must appropriate the mindset that God’s unconditional love will yet prevail in every situation.  We can’t become distracted nor lose our balance; and above all we must trust the fact that God will vindicate every contrary wind that blows our way….and somehow….. always cause His favor to reign in our life! (Romans 8:28) 

“Those who love your laws have great peace of heart and mind and do not stumble.”

                                                                                                   Psalm 119:165(The Living Bible)

It’s A Control Issue

“…But He endured the cross” Hebrews 12:2

In a previous post, I briefly mentioned a powerful trio that I stated we would see again.  I’ve discovered that the implementation of this trio is one of the keys that will unlock the door to success in every arena.  The three words in question which compose the trio are: Patience, Focus and Endurance. I would like to encourage you to research these words, apply their meanings to your everyday life, and you will observe a vast difference.

One of the areas where a number of people need the most developing is patience.  We have a tendency to stand beside a microwave and become disturbed that it’s taking too long!  I would even dare to say that most of the adversities that we have encountered have been because we have attempted to advance at the incorrect time.  We became like Sarah and Abraham (Genesis 16)….and produced an Ismael!    Patience = Trust.  The display of patience (or the lack of it) is an outward indication of our inward countenance.  Who’s really in control?  If the correct person is in control – we can as David did wait on the Lord (Psalm 40:1).

However, as we wait – we must not lose sight of where we are going.  Regardless of any detour signs, apparent road blocks, potholes, and bumps along the way – we must stay focused!  We must remember that all of these have been assigned to us because the enemy is trying to distract us….and God is attempting to advance us to our next place.  However, if we can’t maintain our focus now – why should we be given more?  Who’s really in control?..... Our ability to remain focused in the midst of chaos will tell the story!  (Philippians 3:14)

Endurance! The word alone informs me that I’m going to meet opposition. My ability to reach my goal is contingent upon my ability to remember that I’m not running a “50 yard dash”!  I must learn to “pace” myself, not become overwhelmed and never quit. Our race is long, our journey through high mountains, and low terrains.  Alone – but not lonely.  Difficult but not impossible.  Who’s really in control?  Your ability to endure – as a good soldier – will reveal the answer. (II Timothy 2:3)

These three words when properly applied, will allow us to be anchored in, and to discover God’s true design for our lives.  The strength of my durability (endurance) relies on my ability to not become frustrated (patience) and to keep my eye on my God’s appointed destination (focus) for me. 

So, it’s truly a control issue.  How did Christ endure all that He encountered?  It was because He KNEW that His Father was really in control of His life and that the outcome of every situation would bring Jesus Father glory (Romans 8:28).   

Who is really governing the control center of your mind as you make the decisions concerning your daily life? Do you…without a shadow of a doubt even KNOW who’s really in control of your life?

As the saying states; “Actions speak louder than words.”  Again I ask the question;
Who is really controlling your life?”………..Your reactions during your next seemingly impossible situation, your reactions when faced with adversity, your reactions when: betrayed, falsely accused, or ridiculed, your ability to remain patient, to focus and to endure….  will reveal the truth!

I’m Still The Legal Heir

Read: II Samuel 4:4 & II Samuel 9

One of my favorite writings from the Bible is found in II Samuel 9.  This story is about a boy named Mephibosheth.  I don’t have the time to relay the entire story…. But, the bottom line is that Mephibosheth, who was the son of Jonathan, and the grandson of Saul was being carried by his nurse when he was quite young. One day Jonathan and Saul were both killed in the same day.  The city became in an uproar.   Mephibosheth’s caretaker was trying to protect him from any harm by removing him from the commotion.  So she began to run with him in her arms. However, while she was running; in her haste, she dropped him – and as a result, he became permanently crippled.   Longer story short…. He was therefore sent to live in a place called Lo Debar.   Years later, King David (who had been the best friend of Jonathan) inquired if there was anyone still alive from the linage of Jonathan.  Mephibosheth’s name came up. King David sent for him; rescuing him from Lo Debar and brought him to live in the king’s palace.  (Please read the entire story again to obtain and to grasp a more in-depth understanding.)

So… Today we must remember that negative incidents from our past can’t prevent us from receiving what is rightfully ours!  There are certain blessings that we are privy to - simply because of whom we are.  Mephibosheth had no idea that he was going to be blessed.  As a matter of fact, when King David sent for him, he was fearful thinking the worst!  Simply because usually when a King sent for someone it meant unpleasant circumstances.   However…Mephibosheth was a legal heir – and wasn’t even aware of that information.  He had no idea that the King’s summon was to relay some awesome news!

What lesson can we glean from this story?  Frankly, we should NEVER forget that because of our spiritual lineage, we are a legal heir to everything that our Heavenly Father possesses! Hallelujah!!!!   We are an heir of our father’s; and that makes us a joint heir with Christ (Romans 8:16).  We therefore, can expect to walk in the power and in the authority the Christ possessed; yet in a greater magnitude; producing a greater return (John 14:12).  Wealth and riches ARE in our house (Psalm 112:3); and the devourer IS rebuked! (Malachi 3:11)

Personally internalize this….

As a legal heir I must realize:

• Who I am, whose I am and for what purpose I have been placed where I am.
• I am called to live in this world; however my royal lineage will not permit me to become comfortable in anything that doesn’t represent my regal status.
• My every anticipated provision has already been accommodated for.
• When God’s appointed time arrives: He is able to and will send someone from somewhere to come and rescue me from my “Lo Debar” … invite me to be seated at the King’s table… and reward me what is rightful mine.

Daily decree…..Because I AM a legal heir…. I have at my disposal ALL that I truly need; all of my needs ARE met.  I AM the head and not the tail…Above ALWAYS and NEVER beneath.  So it matters not the physical APPEARANCE of my current situations.  I AM STILL the legal heir…. therefore, I decree that soon and very soon…today even…. the manifestation of who I really am will begin to become physically evident!  (Because it already exists in the realm of the Spirit!)

So...Because I am a legal heir…  I AM walking in my greatness, and Greatness is my portion – REGARDLESS!!!