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Good Friday Exemplifies Tenacity

Death is swallowed up in victory.  O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law.  But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.”   I Corinthians 15:54-57

 

Today is the day that we reflect on the perfect example that Christ has displayed for us as He endured it all.  Our very existence is accredited to the fact that Christ was WILLING to undergo every demonstration of torture that was presented to Him by the adversary. He proved to us that although He was tempted on every hand – in various types of circumstances and situations, He was yet victorious!  Therefore, we can be grateful to God that He has given to us the same power to endure.  We can be grateful for the tenacity to stand and never succumb to the nonsense of the enemy – without regards to the pressures and intensity of the battle!  Father, we are so grateful for Good Friday.  Father, we are SO grateful for the indwelling presence of the Holy Spirit who enables us to be triumphant in every situation!

 

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 to 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 amount of tenacity required to receive the manifestation of every blessing that you have outlined for me in your word.

 

 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 in times of disappointments; 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 YOUR TENACITY. …that same tenacity that enabled Christ to endure the cross.  Thank you Lord that my mind is in the process of being renewed to the extent that I will be able to bring every thought captive to the obedience of endurance.  Thank you Lord that because of Christ’s tenacious examples, I have the ability to be tenacious in every area of my life. 

 

Therefore, I WILL endure the pain, ridicule and rejection that accompanies my cross – just as Christ endured.

I WILL embrace every opportunity to exhibit your love to the unsaved while on my cross – just as Christ did.

I WILL rise triumphantly from my cross – Just as Christ did!

 

Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.”  1 Corinthians 15:58

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Holy Week: : Maundy Thursday

“Love That Produces a Servant”

“Ye call me Master and Lord: and ye say well; for so I am.  If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another's feet.”            John 13:13 & 14

 

 

 

Among one of the events that transpired on this day of Holy Week was the washing of the Disciples’ feet.  Jesus led by example, exactly what it meant to be a leader.  As a leader we must be so submitted to God that we will humbly perform any task….for His glory.

 

We must always bear in mind that everything that Christ exampled was motivated from the platform of a heart that generated unconditional love.  He was attempting to show us that it matters not what the task; if love (I Corinthians 13) is present; then that love will override any other emotion that we may experience.

 

A true servant has a heart of unconditional love for their master.   Therefore, they place no limitations on the duties that they graciously will perform – for their master. 

 

When Jesus washed His disciple’s feet; He was mirroring to them a display of His unconditional love for them – which produced the ability to become a servant.

 

Far too often when we read this narrative; we focus on doing the work of a servant.  However, we must also realize that doing the work of a servant, which is not motivated from a heart of love, is simply fulfilling a responsibility and not showing an act of compassion.   God’s desire for us is that we are so filled with His love; that whatever task we must undertake, we will be motivated from a heart of that type of love.    He desires that His love has so renewed our thought patterns; that our thoughts have now produced the mentality of a true servant.

 

A true servant must possess the ability to:

S – Sacrifice ; Philippians 3:7-8 ESV  “But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake    of Christ. Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ.”

E – Encourage (others as well as yourself):  1 Thessalonians 5:11 ESV

“Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.”

R Be Reliable : 1 Corinthians 15:58 ESV

“Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.”

V – Be Vigilant: Ephesians 6:10-18 ESV

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Therefore, take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness,….”

A -  Be Alert: 1 Peter 5:8 ESV  “Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.”

N – Neglect (Worldly Pleasures) 1 John 2:15-17 ESV  “Do not love the world or the things in the world ………...”

T – Be Trustworthy: 1 Corinthians 4:2 ESV    “Moreover, it is required of stewards that they be found trustworthy.”

 

So to recap….a true servant has received that degree of unconditional love that has now produced within them the mentality of: Sacrifice, Encouragement, Reliability, Vigilance, Alertness, Neglecting (of worldly pleasures)  and Trustworthiness.

 

 Are your expressions of servanthood motivated from the platform of responsibility or compassion? 

To do the work of a servant is commendable.

However, to have the heart of a servant is exceptional and requires a renewed mindset!  Remember man sees WHAT we do….but God knows WHY we are doing it!

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Holy Week: Day 3 - L.I.S.T.E.N.

“The Voice of Silence”

“For God alone, O my soul, wait in silence, ……..”    Psalm 62:5

As we review the events of Holy Week we can observe that this day was called the day of Silence.  There are no recorded events for this day; however, that should not imply that Christ was idle.  Even when that are moments when there are no visible displays, the Spirit of the Lord is always at work.

One of the most rewarding and intimately fulfilling experiences that one can embrace is their relationship with the Lord.  Furthermore, as this bond begins to become more “seasoned”, our fellowship with the Lord transcends the “outer court” experience – and will embrace the natural and mature fellowship - which is characteristic to that of a “holy of holies” occurrence.   Within this dimension, one will learn to truly appreciate their relationship with the Lord.  They will enjoy the conversations with Him which are not relative to this realm, but are held “spirit to spirit”.  In other words, these conversations occur on such an accelerated level, that information is transferred more quickly than our brain can receive, process and transmit the words to our mouth! Consequently, you learn that it’s useless to even attempt to speak to Him with your natural mouth.  So, you just settle down and allow the “mouth of your spirit” to communicate with the Lord. 

One morning, while having one of these conversations, the Lord asked me, “What do you hear?” I responded, “I don’t hear anything”.  Again he said, “What do you hear?”   I replied, “Nothing”.   Then, a third time he asked, “What do you hear?”  Well…. by this time, I’m thinking about Peter!   I’m thinking… Okay,  I’m really missing something here!  So I waited for a while, then I replied, “I hear silence.”  The Lord replied, “YES!...so you do hear something!  You hear silence.” Then he said, “Now, listen pass the silence.  What do you hear?”  As I listened more intensively, I answered, “I hear conversations”. (Even though the language wasn’t a spoken language that I was familiar with – it seemed as though I could understand exactly what was being transmitted). ….  Yes, he responded, “Always remember that in times of “silence” the enemy is diabolically planning, strategizing, and regrouping.  Therefore, use those times that appear to be silent wisely”. 

“Listen”, He said, “For the voice…the Voice in the Silence.  The voice that will signify the shift in the wind.  Listen for the voice of distractions.  Acknowledge them...but learn not to entertain them.”  He further said, “As you listen to the voice, in the silence of the wind, you will be able to distinguish and interpret the sounds of the wind.  Listen for the wind within the wind.”

To Listen in the realm of the Spirit……… Is To…..

L = Look and Learn; Look beyond this realm into the multifaceted dimension where God’s sovereign authority is evident. Then LEARN how to walk in the liberty of the Lord. (2 Corinthians 4:18)

I = Ignite Your Expectation (Proverbs 10:28)

S = Settle Your Spirit (Romans 12:1 & 2)

T = Temper Your Mind (Philippians 2:5)

E = Exercise Your Kingdom Authority (Matthew 28:18)

N = Nurture Your Information Received (Matthew 7:6)

As endtime Leaders (and Saints), we must know how to listen...not just for the voice of the Lord, but listen with a discerning ear for the “Voice of Silence”.   God has equipped us and established us as His ambassadors to properly discern the times.  Just as he led His people through the wilderness with a cloud and a pillar….He’s still leading us through our endtime wilderness (natural & physical).  However, we must know how to LISTEN. As we adhere to the proper listening techniques, we will know how and when it is the appropriate time to move His people (and ourselves) to their next place (and our next place) in Him.

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Holy Week Day 2: Doubt Get Out!!!

“Verily I say unto you, if ye have faith, and doubt not……” Matthew 21:21

 

One of the events which is recorded for this day is the manifestation of the withered fig tree which had been cursed by Jesus on yesterday.  Both Mark and Matthew explain their amazement as they approach the tree.

 

Our limited concept of the miraculous power and authority of God can also often be compared to that which was housed in the minds of the Biblical disciples. Although they had actually seen the demonstrated displays of Jesus’ power, the Bible states that they marveled and they seemed amazed with the rapid results of Jesus’ spoken words (Matthew 21:20).  What is even more interesting is the fact that Jesus declared, that after all that they had seen – they still lacked in their ability to understand who He was.  Most importantly they didn’t fully comprehend who TEYHEHHhhhhhHEY were because of their relationship to Him.  Jesus responded to their insecurities and named those insecurities  “doubt”; informing the disciples that even though one has faith – doubt can’t be on board.

 

Today, we are often encased in that same “prison” of doubt.  Doubt has established invisible barriers around our minds and has prevented us from understanding and really gasping who we actually are in Christ.  We fail to experience the enormous amount of power that belongs to us simply because we permit doubt to: enter in……get a latte….. sit back and get comfortable!

 

So, I present a challenge to you. Refuse to permit this spirit; the spirit of doubt; to control your actions any longer.  How is this done? By the continual process of “Identification and Eviction”.  Daily we must move in the confidence that is established in the Word of God.  Therefore, when doubt attempts to surface – acknowledge it; then cancel the effects of its power and evict it by SAYING the Word of God.  Don’t doubt yourself! …And especially don’t doubt the power of the Word of God!  You must know and remember… If I can think it – (and it’s legal!) I can do it! 

 

When Jesus walked the earth, He did what no other person had ever done prior to His existence.  Why? He wanted to give to us the example that we have been empowered by our God to manifest on this earth, what other gods of other religions can’t produce. Jesus was the living example FOR us, to demonstrate TO us, some of the things that we should be accomplishing.  However, we must rid ourselves of doubt.

 

Doubt comes to:

D – Destroy; O – Override; U – Upset; B – Bind; and to T – Threaten.  

To Destroy our dreams and hopes.

To Override God’s power and authority.

To Upset our foundation of faith that has previously been established.

To Bind us by limiting and forbidding our progress.

To Threaten us by making us presuppose the worst. (And then he (doubt) brings in his “roadie” unbelief and his big brother FEAR!)

 

Make a conscience decision to actually DO what God has placed in your heart, mind and spirit to accomplish.  Come into an agreement with; and a oneness with the plans that the Lord has for your life. 

 

Refer back to the recorded story of when the people were attempting to erect the tower of Babel. The Bible said… “and NOTHING shall be impossible for them because they are of one mind” (Genesis 11:1-7). If we, as people can accomplish anything that we desire when we become “as one”….. can you imagine what would result if we ever totally became “as one”… and in total agreement with God as Christ was? (John 17:21)

 

So, as of today make a conscious decision to… be bound… no more!  To be deceived ….no more. Take the limits off.  Send the spirit of doubt a memo by: Email, Text, FB, Snap Chat, Twitter, Instagram or TikToc!  Inform him that the drama is over… and all future performances have been cancelled!  

 

Inform the spirit of doubt that as of today it has received an eviction notice – effective immediately. Now…. Begin to BOLDLY walk in your authority!

 

Remember: I John 4:4b “…..You have overcome them, because greater is He that is in you than He that is in the world!”  You CAN accomplish ANYTHING that the Lord has commissioned you to do!!!  The sky is not the limit -because there is NO LIMIT when the spirit of doubt has been eliminated!

 

HALLELUJAH….. AND IT IS SO!!!!!!

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Holy Week -Monday: The Cleansing of the Temple

“….Any Wicked Way”

Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.”                  Psalm 139: 23 & 24

 

 

 

There are two specific events that are recorded concerning Jesus’ journey on this the day after Palm Sunday.  They are the cleansing of the temple and the cursing of the fig tree. 

 

Just as Jesus eradicated the actions that were transpiring in the physical temple; we must make certain that our “temple” is not contaminated.      Let’s consider the word wicked.  I often correlate this word to wicker which reminds me of wicker furniture.  What differentiates this type of furniture is the fact that its material has been uniquely processed.  Wicker also refers to the weaving process that the material has under gone.  So, wicker furniture has undergone a special process and has been woven in a manner that will produce a certain effect.

 

Far too often our hearts have been interwoven with concepts, motives, ideologies, etc. which have produced in us a “wickered” or “wicked” way.  We have – in many instances unknowingly – been indoctrinated by traditions, rituals, and the like which have led us down the path to bondage.  We have within us areas which are still harboring the spirits of: anger, deceit, and fear.  Pride is still on board and has intricately been woven into our hearts causing us to unknowingly “bow” to various idols.   

 

Of course, none of us have erected ancient day idols in our homes; but what is worst is the fact that we have them within our hearts!   We, on many occasions; establish, pay homage to, and hold in too high esteem the reverence for “people, places and things” over our relationship with our God. A reverential respect and fear of God has not taken its rightful position within our hearts.    

 

The true revelation of all that is within our hearts, will only be produced by an illumination from the Holy Spirit.  So on a personal level; I need to sincerely seek the face of the Lord, and ask Him to reveal any wicked or wickered way that is within me.  Then I must learn to succumb to His leading as He directs me to the path which will allow me to obtain a renewed heart.  A heart that is totally submitted and committed for His use……Then when He passes by my spiritual tree; He will not curse it for not being productive in my season!

                                                                                                              

“Investigate my life, O God, find out everything about me; Cross-examine and test me, get a clear picture of what I’m about; See for yourself whether I’ve done anything wrong - then guide me on the road to eternal life.” Psalm 139: 23 -24 (The Message Bible)

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Don’t Allow the Problem to Steal Your Peace!

Great peace have they which love thy law, and nothing shall offend them”

Nothing can entice them to sin – Nor can the sins of others cause them to fall.   Psalm 119:165

 

Our Christian walk is one that is very complex; possessing multifaceted combinations of ideas, concepts and precepts.   Therefore it is vital for every successful Christian to undergo a complete “makeover” if they are going to operate from the plateau that the Lord has decreed.  We must realize that we need to embrace a complete transformation beginning with our minds.  Now for some. this was easier than for others.   Sadly to say, there are those who have been studying the word of God for many years; …and are still having difficulty with comprehending the plans, purposes and intent of God – simply because their minds remain carnal.

 

 So… along this road as we journey towards our divine destiny; our minds must be freed from the mindsets that have been engrafted into us throughout our entire lives. We must now begin to uproot the “former things” and replace with them God’s decreed plan for success.  For example; We’ve been taught to think for ourselves and to use our own brains.  Now the Lord is telling us  – not to think for ourselves nor lean to our own understanding (Proverbs 3:5). We’ve been taught to govern everything through our five senses.  But God tells us to trust and adhere to a force which operates outside of the perimeter of those senses (John 14:26) .  We’ve been taught to fear spirits and the like.  Now the Lord – whom we can’t see (John 4:24); is telling us to trust in the leadings and guiding of a Spirit. .. that we can’t see.  Also… we were taught to defend ourselves by avenging people for the wrongs done to us.  From childhood we were taught, “If somebody hits you…you better hit them back.”  But the Lord said that vengeance belongs to him (Romans 12:19)

 

So, when we stop and really consider our present way of thinking; we can understand why our minds must be renewed.  We can truly understand that God’s ways are contrary to those that we have spent a lifetime adhering to. 

 

Therefore, as we refer back to our subject for today ….We also must learn not to worry.  When we can finally grasp the concept of God’s love for us….we will understand that the problems in life are only problems when we view them from our old mindsets and from the point of not fully understanding who God is.  Nothing in our lives occurs without the knowledge and approval of God.  Now,  no God doesn’t send calamities and such….  But He will permit them and use them for His glory….( that’s another lesson for another time!)

 

So because God loves us, He has warned us that in this world we will have tribulations  - but the statement doesn’t end there.  It continues – but be of good cheer for I have overcome the world  (John 16:33).

 

Ok….so what is God saying?.. “Don’t allow your problem(s) to steal your   peace.”  We must always remember that we have an enemy who has one thing in mind – and that is to make us doubt and distrust what God has said.

 

The two words problem and peace are words that everyone can relate to. 

But I need you to know that every problem that occurs in your life is preordained by the Lord to push you and enable you to understand and to walk in His peace.

 

Life is full of situations, which,  if we are not alert in the realm of the spirit – will cause us to view them as problems instead of possibilities for God to manifest his peace.  The choice is yours.

 

How do we not allow the enemy to steal our peace?

  1. Daily renewing our mind with the word of God.
  2. Refusing to be confrontational – Know who you are. (Matthew 5:25a)
  3. Reminding yourself that you are in a spiritual battle – that our war is not against flesh and blood (Ephesians 6:12).
  4. Rehearsing in your mind and out loud the promises of God (Psalm 1:2).
  5. Remembering…Whatever is dominate in your mind will rule – govern what you watching on TV, Listening to on your ipod, etc.. If I am constantly listening to, reading or watching the incorrect material, I might be opening the door to fear and allowing the negative opinions of others to cause me worry.

 

Peace – is a mindset.  As I’ve often said… It is not the absence of adverse situations  - but it is the mindset that ALL IS WELL… REGARDLESS!  So if I am walking in a lifestyle that is in accord with the Lord’s guidelines – I can claim the promises of God.  He has promised that I will ALWAYS prevail!

 

Just because the battle is intense…..Don’t allow the problem to steal your promise,

Just because the journey is long....Don’t allow the problem to steal your promise

Just because the road is lonely…Don’t allow the problem to steal your promise,

Just because it appears that things are not going to work out…. Don’t allow the problem to steal your promise…..

 

BECAUSE OUR GOD IS THE FAITHFUL GOD……

His peace will prevail…..if you demand and command it to do so!!!

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The Worshipper’s Praise

The Worshipper’s Praise

“Your God is present among you a strong Warrior there to save you.  Happy to have you back, he’ll calm you with his love and delight you with his songs”.       Zephaniah 3:17 (The Message Bible)

Although we all; who have breath in our bodies; are required to praise the Lord (Psalm 150:6); there is a type of praise that when offered, permits the presence of the Lord to enthrone us…. A type of praise that can only be released from a submitted vessel.  Psalm 22 references this type of praise. 

The Hebrew word “Tehillah” is one of the seven expressions for the word praise.  This type of praise is what we commonly refer to as singing in the Spirit.  The Tehillah praise is what I refer to as a “worshipper’s praise”. It’s typically referred to as spontaneous singing from your spirit.  Psalm 22:3 states, “Yet Thou art holy, O Thou who art enthroned upon the praises (tehillah) of Israel” (NIV).  The King James Version states: But thou art holy, O thou that inhabitest the praises of Israel”.

It is the Tehillah type of praise which can only be uttered when one is in a state of total: submission, humility and reverence to the Lord.  This type of praise, will usher in the inhabitation of the Lord’s presence.  It is this type of praise that will grant us the privilege of and the ability to, receive a personal audience with the Lord of Lord and the King of Kings.  Is it this type of praise that Zephaniah references. It is this type of praise that would be considered “inner court” praise…. And it is this type of praise that will permit us to have a disciplined ear; an ear which will have the ability to hear the Lord’s song.

Learn to sing in the Spirit.  Learn to enter into this type of praise on a regular basis.  The ability to remain focused in the face of adversity is related to the amount of discipline that we are able to achieve.  Discipline is a precursor to one’s ability to offer a reverential praise unto the Lord.    It is this type of praise that will result in our ability to maintain a level of peace and calmness in the midst of every storm. Let your ultimate goal be to offer unto the Lord a type of reverential praise that will demand His attention!

Therefore, when I have learned how to offer a Tehillah praise; I will have also gained the ability to not only impact my daily walk – but will be equipped with the endurance, and composure to walk above every circumstance in this life….  And to immediately recognize and bring to naught every diabolical plot, plan and scheme….. PROactively!

It is only when I have ascended in praise that I can now descend in power, purpose and perseverance.

 
I shall confess you, Lord Jehovah, from my whole heart; in front of Kings I shall sing praise to you!  Psalm 138:1 (Aramaic Bible in Plain English)

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What type of fruit are you producing?

 Perennials or Annuals?

You have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that you should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain….. John 15:16

 

One of the advantages of living in this region is that we have the opportunity to experience the distinct changes in the weather temperatures.  Accompanying those “seasons” are also a variety of flowers.  Some of which are classified as perennials, while others as annuals.  Both are capable of producing an array of blooming plants.  Although many will continue to bloom throughout the summer – with the arrival of the colder temperatures the distinction will be revealed.  

 

Perennials are those faithful plants that are able to endure the winter temperatures and remain unaffected by the cold. It doesn’t matter how bitterly cold the temperatures, nor how much snow falls during the winter season; those perennials will return year, after year, after year.  Even some of the early spring perennials will begin to bloom in the snow – because they have been made to endure.

 

Now on the other hand we have those annuals.  These are the flowering plants that we must purchase yearly.  Although many can endure the heat of the summer – when the temperatures begin to dip  – so will they.  These tend to be those “fussy” plants.  Some of them like and thrive in the sunny sections of the garden; while others enjoy the shadier sections.   Some enjoy daily waterings; while others will survive the heat of the summer days.  Nevertheless, they are beautiful – but only for one season.  It doesn’t matter what type of soil you plant them in, nor the mixture of food you give to them – when the temperatures begin to change – so will they.

 

Now… at this point you should already be able to anticipate the questions for today….which are:

  1. What type of plant do you believe yourself to be perennial or annual?
  2. What type would others consider you to be?
  3. What facts or truths can be presented as evidence to support or confirm your status?
  4. What would be the basis for your responses?

 

God has equipped us ALL to be “Perennial Saints”.  (II Timothy 2:3). His desire and plan for us is that we learn how to “take a lick and keep on tickin”.  We must never permit the “winter season” in our lives to have the ability to prevent us from being the: faithful, dependable, loyal, committed, dedicated and true person that God has already fortified us to be.

 

While I’m not a farmer, I do know that fruit trees are perennials!  Therefore, if I am going to produce fruit in the realm of the spirit – I must be able to endure – as a good soldier.  The Bible declares that we will be known by the fruit that we produce (Matthew 7:16).  However, you can’t plant an apple tree today and receive apples tomorrow. (Normally!!)  Likewise, in the realm of the spirit. If we are going to produce fruit for the kingdom, then we must LEARN to be perennials – and endure until we have produced the fruit that God has programmed us to manifest.

 

We can also learn another lesson from plants.  I have these tulips (perennials) in my yard that faithfully return yearly.  However, because I don’t go through the trouble of digging them up every year; (which would give them a chance to rest) – and replanting them  … each year when they return… they will bloom.   Yet the blooms are decreased in size yearly.  The change was gradual and barely noticeable for the first year or two.  Nevertheless, when I look at my lawn now over a period of many, many years, the tulips are much smaller than the newer purchased ones.  So what does this mean?  We must take the time to get our proper rest.  Far gone should be the times when we are permitting ourselves to work, and work and work – year in and year out and think that we will still be able to maintain and produce a maximum output.

 

I could continue with the comparison of Perennials and Annuals, however I’m sure that you’ve received the concept by now.

 

So, make the proper adjustments immediately; first to be a “Perennial Saint”.  Next, to establish a healthy regimen in the natural that will permit you with the ability to get the proper rest and vacation time….  That will avail you with the opportunity to be a fruit bearing tree. 

 

Lastly, pray that your fruit also will be perpetual in nature!

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Lighthouse or “Lite” House?

“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”  John 1:5

 

 

The light within the lighthouse is always shining.  However, its light is only visible when there is an absence of; or a limited availability of sunlight.   Sailors would often rely on the lighthouse to guide them or to warn them of dangerous conditions at night or when the weather was cloudy.  So, although the light from a lighthouse would shine just as brightly in the day; its light was totally irrelevant…until darkness appeared.  

 

We have been called to be the lighthouse for the world today.  The unsaved can be compared to a sailor who is lost at sea …in the dark.  They, the world, are wandering around looking and hoping to find some refuge and comfort for their minds.  They are looking for answers.

 

The dilemma is this; instead of those who are called to be the lighthouses, standing as the lighthouse; far too often, we stand as a “Lite” house.  This word lite refers to something which contains a low or lesser amount of a substance than the original item.  Therefore, a “lite” house would not contain the power to withstand the storms of life; and would therefore succumb to the pressures of this world.  A “lite” house is one who professes Christ with their mouth; but their works and lifestyle example a completely different revelation. 

 

Consider the following:

  • A lighthouse will stand in faith believing in the promises of God; however, a lite house will give in and think that God has forgotten them and that He won’t fulfill His promises.
  • A lighthouse will continue to pay their tithes and offerings regardless to their circumstances; however a lite house will make excuses and stop when their finances become challenged or problems arise.
  • A lighthouse will have the ability to stand and to be a living witness for the Lord without regards to their surrounds or to the circumstances; however a lite house will lack the boldness, stamina and loyalty to God which is required be a to living example in every situation.

 

And the list could continue.  However we must remember that the Lord needs us to stand in these last days and to be true lighthouses for Him.  The darker the night the brighter the light.  In other words…. as this world becomes darker and more of the endtime diabolical plans of the enemy are daily released; we, the true lighthouses must shine brighter.

 

Lastly, we must remember, that if our lights are to be seen…. We must be willing to be in the midst of the darkness… and yet shine!

 

(Note: those of you who know me, know that I’m old school and love a good hymn every now  and again! This one I remember from my childhood.)

 Let the Lower Lights Be Burning

Lyrics By Philip Bliss

Verse 1

Brightly beams our Father’s mercy, From His lighthouse evermore,

But to us He gives the keeping, of the lights along the shore.

Refrain:

Let the lower lights be burning! Send a gleam across the wave!

Some poor struggling, fainting seaman… You may rescue, you may save.

 

Verse 2:

Dark the night of sin has settled, Loud the angry billows roar;

Eager eyes are watching, longing, For the lights along the shore.

Trim your feeble lamp, my brother; Some poor sailor, tempest-tossed,

Trying now to make the harbor, In the darkness may be lost.

Refrain:

Let the lower lights be burning! Send a gleam across the wave!

Some poor struggling, fainting seaman… You may rescue, you may save.

 

 

So be determined that you will be a true lighthouse,

In the midst of betrayals, be a true lighthouse.

In times of disappointments, be a true lighthouse,

When false accusations are opening cast upon you, be a true lighthouse,

WE, THE TRUE LIGHTHOUSES OF THE MOST HIGH GOD…

    Must be the ones who will stand strong and shine the brightest in the midst of ever “dark”     

    or adverse situation….. And the ones who will never permit our lights to go out nor to   

    become dim!

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I Must Forgive!

I Must Forgive!

Lord, May I remain cognizant that forgiveness is a decision!

“El NORE”

(God that forgave - Psalm 99:8)

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” 1 John 1:9

 

Read Psalm 99 & I John 1

Until we have received an in-depth comprehension of God’s love for man, we cannot even initiate a conversation on His forgiveness.    

Although we don’t usually envision it to be so, the concept of forgiveness is birthed from a seed of love – and the act of forgiveness is more beneficial for me than for my offender. Inevitably, when we increase in our knowledge of; and become engulfed with an awareness of God’s love—then the decision to forgive one another will become as natural to us as breathing.

 

For far too long we have been deceived into thinking that forgiveness must involve forgetting as well.  Forgiveness is a decision not a feeling.  Forgiveness is not reliant upon the acceptance nor the initiation of the offender.  

 

Forgiveness is a principle that was established by God because He knew that man would sin. He also knew that (1) sin would separate man from Himself and (2) His love for man was so great that He didn’t want to be separated from him.   Hence He has given to us His most precious gift in the person of His son Jesus to atone for our sin, thus bridging the gap caused by sin. 

 

Therefore, whatever “traps” that I become ensnared in that will cause me to commit a sin - because of God’s unconditional love for me - the blood of Jesus has already made atonement for them. I must now learn how to receive God’s forgiveness for myself and apply it to others who may offend, misuse and abuse me.  I must also realize that to walk in unforgiveness is only a deceptive tactic which has been released from the kingdom of darkness – which permits me to establish a gap in my relationship with the Lord!

 

Now… contrary to popular belief…..what a blessing it is to forgive and not forget – but REMEMBER! To remember the offenses that have scarred me – yet, to have finally reached a plateau of spiritual maturity in the Lord, where I now possess the ability to decide that I will administer true forgiveness to my offenders!

 

So, Lord may I daily embrace and extend to others the true forgiveness that you have extended to me….. and walk in the freedom thereof!

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It’s Time To W.A.T.C.H. !

It’s Time To W.A.T.C.H. !

 

This morning the Lord said WATCH!  So, here is the revelation for today:

W – Wait … Wait until you are certain that the directions that you receive are from the Lord.

           1 John 4:1 KJV: “Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.”

 

A  - Alert….Remain ALERT in the realm of the Spirit.  Don’t become complacent or comfortable  - not acknowledging the physical signs that are now very prevalent.

Romans 13:11-14 (The Message Bible)

11-14 “But make sure that you don’t get so absorbed and exhausted in taking care of all your day-by-day obligations that you lose track of the time and doze off, oblivious to God. The night is about over, dawn is about to break. Be up and awake to what God is doing! God is putting the finishing touches on the salvation work he began when we first believed. We can’t afford to waste a minute, must not squander these precious daylight hours in frivolity and indulgence, in sleeping around and dissipation, in bickering and grabbing everything in sight. Get out of bed and get dressed! Don’t loiter and linger, waiting until the very last minute. Dress yourselves in Christ, and be up and about!”

 

T – TRIUMPHANT – Remember that we are called to be triumphant in EVERY situation.  Refuse to succumb to what you observe with your physical senses. 

2 Corinthians 2:14 - "Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the Saviour of his knowledge by us in every place."

 

C – Consequences- Every decision has CONSEQUENCES.  Be certain that your decisions are ordained by the Lord….then HE will sustain you.

Proverbs 3:5-6  English Standard Version

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.

In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.

 

H – Heed -  Take heed to the word of God i

1 Timothy 4:16.

"Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee."

Another verse that talks about taking heed is:

Mark 4:24

"And he said unto them, Take heed what ye hear: with what measure ye mete it shall be measured unto you: and more shall be given unto you."

 

So, to summarize, now is the time to:

Wait on the Lord; be Alert; Triumph – regardless; remember that decisions have Consequences, and take Heed  to what the Lord is saying!

 

And it is so!

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The Virtues of Victory

“…….. and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.”  I John 5:4

 

What are some of the factors that will assist us as we strive to remain victorious?  How is  victory determined?  Here’s a simple acrostic.

 

V – Vision - To be victorious I must have a mental image of my future state. 

                       “Where there is no vision, the people perish” Proverbs 29:18

 

I -   Intensify – To intensify is to exhibit increase by: enhancing, strengthening and deepening.

                  Therefore to be victorious I must not cease to eagerly and powerfully intensify every area of my life.

                  But you, beloved, build yourselves up [founded] on your most holy faith [make progress, rise like an edifice higher and higher], praying in the Holy Spirit;                              Jude 20     (AMP)

 

C -    Concentrate – Concentration equals an ability to focus.  Victory is never accomplished by one who has loss their ability to maintain their focus.

                “And SET your minds and keep them set on what is above (the higher things), not on the things that are on the earth.”   Colossians 3:2

 

T -    Trust – to gain total victory, I must solidify my trust channels – from the inside out.

                  Proverbs 20:7; 3:5; Psalm 146:3 (ESV)

 

O -   Opposition – Accept the fact that there will always be oppositions; some will edify, some will challenge and some are sent to destroy.  

                “....In this world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” John 16:33

 

R –   Rules - No task in life is ever accomplished w/o abiding by the established guidelines.

                  To be victorious; I must know the rules….and obey them. Romans 12:1-5 (ESV); Proverbs 4:7; Titus 3:1

                  

Y -   Yoked - To be victorious I must remain free of any restrictive burden; and only become yoked to those things that will permit the furtherance of God’s plan and                                 purposes for my life.

           “….Let us lay aside every weight..” Hebrews 12:1

 

We can also observe that the letter “Y” is the last letter in the word victory.  The shape of this letter reminds us of a fork in the road.  At the end of every victory – we stand at a fork in the road.  We have to make a decision.  We must decide whether to prepare for the next level and advance forward.... or to become satisfied with our present accomplishment and remain at that place.  The Lord always requires that we advance forward.   The ability to continually walk in a state of victory is achieved, when I decide to never become satisfied with my current achievements – but to always strive for an added dimension of greatness.

 

So again I ask, “What are some of the virtues of VICTORY”? 

The answer: To have a Vision; To Intensify my actions; To value the relevance of Consecration; To free up my Trust channels;  To expect Opposition,  To obey the Rules and To become Yoked only to what is ordained and established by Kingdom Principles.

 

“Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:13 & 14

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Get Out Of The Boat….But Stand On The Rock!

There are quite a few popular books that have been published recently expounding on the concept of getting out of the boat.   However today, we are going to “kick it up a notch”.  Getting out of the boat is the initial step.  So what’s the next step?   STANDING ON THE ROCK!!!

 

The basis for this perception of getting out of the boat is referenced in the book of St. Matthew 14:23-33.  When we refer to this story we are informed that it is the fourth watch.  (Just to summarize, the day and night were divided into time frames and each time frame was referred to as “a watch”.) Now, the fourth watch was the final watch of the night.  That’s when Jesus showed up!  So today, because we are in the “final watch”…therefore, we can expect Jesus to show up in our situations – at any time.  Look for Jesus! He will show up! (We’ll discuss this in detail at a later date.)

 

So, what does getting out of the boat entail? Basically, first, I must move beyond the arena where I know that I can excel; where I have already acquired a certain degree of knowledge and where I feel as though I can “tread the water”……my comfort zone!  I must now begin to extend my faith and to venture into those areas within me….that are still “uncharted waters”.  (As I explained in a previous lesson discover your “Untapped Potential”.)  I must step out of my boat…my own will; and now plunge into the mind of God and of the purpose that He has for my life…. In other words….stand on the Rock.

 

To get out of the boat and to stand on the rock requires me to: maintain my focus, expand my fortitude and to anchor myself in the Word of God.

 

As I stand…like Peter, I must: Ask, Seek and Wait.  Peter first asked, “Lord is it you?”  Before you just jump out of the boat – know who is calling you!   Next, always seek the face of God for instruction, wisdom and direction.  Lastly, learn to Wait for the manifestation of His divine presence. Peter’s decision to advance out of the boat came after direct instructions for the voice of the Lord in response to his questions.  Jesus told him specifically two things.  Be not afraid and come.

 

Today, we are still being instructed to take courage, be not afraid, get out of the boat…..but to stand on the Rock.  I am reminded of two hymns (for those of you who still remember what they are!).  The first is, “In Times Like These”.   The chorus (the vamp) said, “Be sure, be very sure your anchor holds and grips that solid Rock”.  The other hymn is, “My Hope is Built”. 

My Hope is built on nothing less; Than Jesus’ blood and righteousness,

I dare not trust the sweetest frame, But wholly lean on Jesus’ name

On Christ the solid rock I stand; ALL other ground is sinking sand!

 

So to get out of the boat and stand on the rock I must have:

  • A made up mind (Philippians 2:5);
  • More persistence (I Corinthians 15:58), and above all
  • An expressed level of unwavering faith (Hebrews 11:6).

 

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But….Are You Sure?

But….Are You Sure?

Read, study & dissect II Timothy 3:14 & 15

 

If someone were to ask you to name five things that you are absolutely certain about, what would be the first item that you listed?  Would you have difficulty in composing such a list?  What would be the basis from which you gather your responses?  Would you rely on the “trials and errors” of your past?  Just how or where would you even begin such a list?

 

As we consider the status of this world’s condition … things look mighty dim!  I’ve often heard many people – who were, “Saints of the most high God” say that they can’t bear to watch the news or to engage in conversation about the daily tragedies and occurrences.  They walk through life feeling defeated, discouraged and afraid.   Then, these very same people will say that they are assured of the protective and loving hand of God. They will say that they know our Father is still ultimately in control!   My only response to them is…but, are you sure?

 

So I ask of you…. Do you know God? Or maybe it would be better to say – How do you know God?  Are you truly assured of who He really is?  Do you have that assurance that He is really on your side?  Now be honest.  Do you have that assurance that He is really in the midst of perfecting each and every situation for your good?

 

Well…it’s time for another prayer .. (I have a plenty of them!).  This one is entitled, “Prayer of Assurance”. If you are already confident in whom and whose you are, please feel free to share it with someone who may seem to be losing their focus during these trying times.  Let them in on the secret as to why you are not impressed nor upset with the onset of these chaotic world conditions.   Shared with them that your full assurance is in the Lord….and He doesn’t have the ability to fail nor to succumb to this world’s nonsense!

 

Prayer of Assurance                                                                                               (©2003)

                                                                                                                                              

Lord God, I thank you for the spirit of assurance.  Your word verifies that true assurance in you is the attribute that will permit me to overcome every obstacle in these last days.

 

 Full blessed assurance in you validates the fact that because of your sovereign love for me - nothing, nothing, No Thing - that occurs today in my life will cause a detour in your divine will for me.  My assurance, my firm conviction in you mandates that I exercise my blood bought authority this day, to walk above the circumstances of life.  I will never   again release from my mouth that I am under, beneath or a victim to my present world conditions. 

 

Your word assures me and reveals to me who you are, your very nature.  Your word   reveals to me that the things seen are temporal, moveable, mutable, unable to withstand, subject to environmental conformation.  Therefore, I am assured, that as I   absorb, soak up and permit only your word to infiltrate my spirit - then and then only will I have the ability to rise above and remain above my circumstances.

 

 My assurance in you decrees that I will not leave this life prematurely.  My assurance in you decrees that I have the ability now to stand in the midst of adversity and command your presence to prevail.

 

 I thank you for your assurance that I am a “King’s Kid”; a heir of God, and a joint heir with Christ.  I am a royal priesthood, divinely anointed and appointed for this time - groomed and adorned by God, for God.

 

 I am assured that I can only excel.  It is because of this assurance that I know I will never, never, never be defeated…And it is so!!

 

 “For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.”                                                                                                                                                         Philippians 1:6

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Lord…Because You Are Always Watching…..

“My Accountability is to You!”

“My awareness of your omnipresence elevates my accountability to you O Lord”

Yahweh Hashopet”

(The Lord the judge - Psalm7:8)


“Yahweh administers judgment to the peoples. Judge me, Yahweh, according to my righteousness, and to my integrity that is in me.”   Psalm 7:8       World English Bible

To whom are you accountable?  The degree of our accountability to the Lord will determine the level of integrity that forms our character.  When I place in motion the mind set that EVERYTHING that I do must be governed by a “Holy Spirit Seared” conscience; then I will have no need to feel the necessity of a person with whom I should be accountable.   In many instances people will place a higher regard for the “presence of people” than the ever-abiding presence of God!  In other words, we will refrain from various actions; and governed our vocabulary when we are in the presence of certain people – yet appear to forget that we are ALWAYS in the presence of the indwelling Holy Spirit! 

Let us develop an increased awareness of the presence of God and never forget that He is omnipresent.

 

Prayer of Accountability  (© 2003)

Lord, as of today, I decree that I have an enlightened mindset in regards to my accountability concerning you.   May I view with a higher perspective every plan, idea and every strategy that you have given unto me - whether it be for me directly, for your people….. or for even those who are not saved. 

 

Although you “Yahweh Hashopet, judge my motives and actions, I must never become stagnant, thus further nurturing the actions of procrastination, that attempt to become a comfort zone.

 

Therefore, I acknowledge the fact that I hold in high esteem all that you have entrusted to my hands.  So…. as of today, I will begin to enthusiastically; with a renewed passion…. set in motion and actively pursue every avenue that leads me to, and takes me down, the path of your divine destiny for my life.  Because I regard my accountability to you far more superior than any earthly commitment;  I have an increased zeal to aggressively accomplish your plans for my life.  

 

So Lord, may my actions always be in alignment with the motives that you, the righteous judge, see within my heart.   May I never forget that my accountability is always held “in check” by the guidelines of your Word.  May I never lower the state of my integrity to the extent that I will become more accountable to a person than to you.  

 

Lastly, Lord may I continue to increase my level of faithfulness to you.  May I have an ever present reminder and conscience awareness of your love for me.  May I honor you.  May I obey you… and may I remain subjected to you and you alone…… my Yahweh Hashopet. 

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It’s Been Revealed

It’s Been Revealed

“But God hath revealed them unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searcheth all things, yea, the deep things of God.” I Corinthians 2:10

 

 

We are now in the “season” when it is imperative that we push pass our previous limitations, boundaries and the mindsets which had been established in us by those whose knowledge and experiences with God were “shallow”.  We must not continue to “pour the new wine” into “old wine skins”.   Simply because we are operating from a different plateau and a new dimension; we must continually seek the face of God, to be able to operate in the wisdom of God.

 

One prime example can be illustrated as we read our key verse for today.  Most people can accurately quote the preceding verse, verse 9 (“But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.”); and they have stopped at that verse for years.  However, if we just advance to the very next verse, we will view the entire concept from a different perspective.

 

God wants us to always remain cognitive of the fact that we must not rely on our own wisdom (the wisdom of man) – but walk fully confident and aware of who He truly is (His wisdom).  He has revealed to each of us His intents, concepts and precepts – but only according to the level of our maturity in Him.  His desire is to unfold to us daily new revelations of Himself; as well as new strategies – end-time strategies….. but are you positioned to receive?  Are you still drinking milk when you should be able to tolerate solid food?  Or as Hebrews 5:12 states, “In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God's word all over again. You need milk, not solid food!” (NIV)

 

The door is now open, and access has been granted.   What cannot be seen or imagined in the physical realm – has been revealed and can be observed in the realm of the spirit.  The sky isn’t the limit – for in this season… there is no limit to what God will do for YOU.  Recondition or reprogram your mind to accept that fact – there is no limit!  There is also an open portal. A portal being an opening in the realm of the spirit; which permits access from one realm into another.  Therefore, we are now privy to God’s favor in a fashion that we have not previously known!  Hallelujah!!  However there is a key factor that must be used.  The key in this season is to not cancel or sabotage your own destiny by the WORDS that you are speaking!  Ask God to daily renew your mind with end-time concepts and precepts….end-time strategies and end-time wisdom.  Then, as your mind is renewed; your vocabulary will reveal the same.  

 

In this season….. we must remember that the stage has been set.  “Revelation” has been made available to us, and has laid the foundation…… therefore, it’s time for “Manifestation” to erect her pillar and to take the center stage! 

 

“Glory to God, who is able to do far beyond all that we could ask or imagine by his power at work within us;”   Ephesians 3:20 (CEB)

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Get Connected – To The Correct Connections!

 “Surely the Lord God will do nothing, unless He revealeth His secret unto His servants the prophets.” Amos 3:7

 

Would you like to know the newspaper headlines for tomorrow?  What if your country’s security intelligence forces had the proper connections in advance to focus on where the next terrorist attack would occur …. Or the next school shooting?  It doesn’t matter the situation; proper preparation requires that I get connected to the correct source.  When I am properly connected I can advance to my next place in the realm of the spirit; in peace and harmony…. On time!

 

The Lord loves us to the extent that He doesn’t want us to become alarmed or caught by surprise with the negative occurrences which will transpire in the future.  He has promised to inform us of His intentions. However we must avail ourselves to those to whom He has given the ear to hear His prophetic voice.  It is imperative in this season that we get connected to those who can authentically represent and relay the voice of the Lord concerning the future.  We must get connected to those who are truly ordained by God and have the ability to communicate to us the specifics concerning future events.

 

As I have so often said, the time to prepare for the calamity is prior to its occurrence. Our successful survival is dependent upon our ability to be proactive– rather than reactive; to be prepared rather that caught by surprise when major tragedies occur.  So now is the time to connect or to re-connect. 

 

  • Get connected to someone who can correlate their insights concerning the future to the Word of God.
  • Get connected to someone who has a proven positive track record.
  • Get connected to someone who is willing to teach and lead by example; rather than just prophesy.
  • Above all, get connected to the person (or persons) that the Lord is leading you to - not necessarily the person that is the most popular – but the person with whom the Lord validates within your spirit.

 

We can possess proper and powerful tools; however without the intervention of our God given connection(s), our production will be limited or possibly non-existent.    For example; one may purchase the finest electrical equipment possible.  However if they have no means of receiving an electrical current; if they can’t get connected to a working power source; their tools are useless! 

 

So in this season… check your connections.  It is possible that the hindrance that you are encountering could simply be that it’s time to amend those to whom you are connected.  Sometimes we are trying to fix and patch up something that has served its purpose and needs to be discarded. 

 

As we approach this new season, begin to survey your connections.  Ask the Lord for the wisdom and the grace to “clean house” in the realm of the spirit.  Examine your connections   and terminate those that the Lord deems are no longer beneficial.  Trust in the Lord ….He has never, nor will He ever steer you to the wrong connections.

 

“Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.  Hereby know ye the Spirit of God: Every spirit that confesseth that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is of God:  And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now already is it in the world.”   I John 4:1-3

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Prepared for WAR!

Prepared for WAR! 

“Be prepared. You’re up against far more than you can handle on your own. Take all the help you can get, every weapon God has issued, so that when it’s all over but the shouting, you’ll still be on your feet. Truth, righteousness, peace, faith, and salvation are more than words. Learn how to apply them. You’ll need them throughout your life. God’s Word is an indispensable weapon. In the same way, prayer is essential in this ongoing warfare. Pray hard and long. Pray for your brothers and sisters. Keep your eyes open. Keep each other’s spirits up so that no one falls behind or drops out.”                                                  Ephesians 6:13-18 (The Message Bible)

 

 

Now is the time to continually refresh ourselves and survey our battle plans.  Ask God for the wisdom to implement to prayer below into your life.

 

Power To Press Beyond 

(©2003)

 

Father in Jesus’ name, I thank you for the innate force within me that prompts me to seek a deeper revelation of you.

 

For my only desire in pressing beyond this realm is to obtain a greater insight of you and your solemnness; thus enabling me to not walk on the surface, but to have available to me those hidden, partially revealed spiritual treasures that are vital at this time.  These “jewels” are required for me to excel and will afford me the opportunity to properly lead others.

 

Lord God, I thank you that I have learned how to persevere and to press beyond the obstacles, the road blocks and the detour signs - the hidden snares designed to delay your divine will for my life.  Thank you for the courage to press; - that courage which is required to recognize and discern; to subdue and call to naught every demonic and satanic force sent to oppose me on every level.  I now know how to press through and not request that you remove from me difficult situations….. For I recognize that all of these have been foreordained for my advancement.

 

Since you have told me that the best is in the press, I will press into you at any cost.   I will press beyond the feelings of defeat, frustration, adversity and opposition. I will press beyond the spirits of despair, dejection and rejection.  I have learned that I must press beyond any of the feelings in my flesh, and rely only what my spirit discerns for you. Then and then only will I maintain this realization that in my press, YOU will never deny me. 

 

So forgetting those things which are behind, I press.

Growing and still maturing in the process, I press.

Awaiting your divine intervention……..

I press, I press, I PRESS!!!

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ACCESS GRANTED!! The Door is Open

ACCESS GRANTED!! The Door is Open

"I know all the things you do, and I have opened a door for you that no one can close. You have little strength, yet you obeyed my word and did not deny me.” Revelation 3:8

 

Today the Lord is saying that because of your faithfulness to Him as you weathered every adverse condition; because of your diligence and perseverance to seek His face more than you sought His hand; because you planted your feet firmly in His Word REGARDLESS; because you refused to permit what you have observed with your natural eye to allow you to loose your focus…..  NOW.. A new door has been opened unto you!  You have been granted access to regain everything that the enemy has stolen, taken, or swindled from you! HALLELUJAH!!

 

Imagine the rain clouds (nimbostratus).  Basically, when they receive an excess amount of moisture – they BURST FORTH and we receive rain.  So it is at this time in the realm of the Spirit.  You have provoked the release of your spiritual “rain”.  Your spiritual rain clouds can no longer contain any more of:  your fastings, your praying, your unselfish giving, your interceding, your warring in the spirit; your level of tenacity and endurance.  It is now time for your spiritual clouds to burst forth and shower you with an abundance that you have not previously known!

 

Therefore, every necessary door that was previously closed….is opened!

Everything that was formerly unavailable…..  is now available!

 

It is extremely important that you stay focused, and remain faithful.  Don’t become distracted by the sudden influx.  Seek the face of God for the wisdom that is necessary to function properly as you embrace all that is speedily becoming available to you.  Remember… Kingdom work must continue!

 

Lastly, the Lord is saying that the door has been opened, your access has been granted; however, don’t become a harbor…..you must continue to be a channel!  God is getting the wealth and riches to you…..to get it THROUGH you!  Don’t become a hoarder – or the flow will cease!

 

"……'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. …… Matthew 25:23

 

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Ungodly Fear Steals Our Valuable Time

“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.”   II Timothy 1:7

 

One of the most valuable tools that we as warriors have at our disposal is time. Strategies and strategic maneuvers are only effective when implemented at their correct timing. On more occasions than we realize, ungodly fear is the underlying culprit for both our delays and our hasty decisions.

In this season, we must stay alert in the realm of the spirit so that we can first recognize this spirit of fear and then uproot it. We must not become distracted with “important – unimportant” issues.

A sharpened discernment is required if we are going to be effective against this current move of the enemy on our family members, our young people, our friends…. and everyone that we are concerned about.  Our list of priorities must be initiated by the Holy Spirit and governed by His wisdom. 

As the end of time as we now know it rapidly approaches, we must understand that various demonic spirits will mask themselves as never before.  For example, we must recognize that the reason that many of our young people are dishonoring their bodies with the various markings and piercings is because they are battling with the spirits of rejection and of course “fear”.  They are looking for a sense of “belonging”; and they fear not being accepted.   Also many Leaders are overly taxed by becoming involved in too many “ministry” areas that they are not commissioned by the Lord to do in this season…. Not realizing that the spirit of fear is the true underlying shyster!

Therefore, we must be able to discern these and other end-time moves of the enemy.   However, this type of discernment is only released in us as we completely surrender our minds unto the Lord.  It is imperative that our minds be elevated and be totally renewed from every residue that is yet attempting to linger and cause a breach or break in stability.  We must learn to operate in a spirit of total and instant obedience to the voice of the Lord. This type of obedience is produced by love and discipline – not fear;  and is vital.   This type of obedience also produces in us a sense of “readiness” which prepares us to be more “pro” active… instead of “re” active!

I also hear the Lord saying that now it is of the utmost importance that seasoned warriors maintain an alertness in their spirits that can only be produced by a disciplined ear - disciplined to hear my voice said the Lord and obey my commands- even when I don't audibly speak!

So value your time and your timing.  Your adversary will attempt to cause you to waste time in the realm of the spirit by placing emergency situations in your presence. These will attempt to alarm you to the point that you will lose your focus; thus opening the doorway for the spirit of fear to re-enter.  Warriors! You must know that you are only to respond to any situation, as you are led by the spirit of the Lord - especially when a "crisis" arises. The Lord is saying that we must remember although events may startle us and surprise us; He has already known about them before the foundation of this world! So don't waste time by becoming entangled with “last minute” situations and circumstances.   Stay so connected to the Lord that you will recognize the warning signs that He gives to you prior to the onset of “apparent” tragedies, crisis and the like.   Many of these are only coming to you as a distraction in an attempt to cause you to momentary divert your attention - thus causing you to miss your strategically planned timing.

Learn to recognize ungodly fear.  Locate its access.  Then aggressively advance to eradicate it; to seal its entrance; and to replace that spirit with the power and the authority of God.  

As always, stay focused and refuse to be victimized and to waste valuable time; by any invasion of ungodly fear.

 

“… After all, we don’t want to unwittingly give Satan an opening for yet more mischief - we’re not oblivious to his sly ways!”             II Corinthians 2:11 (The Message Bible)

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