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Sunday, June 30, 2013
June Cover Photo (2013)*
Friday, June 28, 2013
Release Your Burdens (6.28.13)
You have so many issues to juggle right now and so much to do.
You have become overwhelmed.
Whatever is not of Me,
I need for you to release those issues to Me right now.
Be still before Me
and let all your cares melt into the pool of My deepest tranquility.
I understand and know everything which has caused stress and anxiety in your life. Allow Me to restore you and raise you up into a heavenly place. Release your burdens right now. I will gladly take them from you. Will you release them? You don’t have to carry them any longer.
I want you to have peace in your life. Don’t hold onto the things which continue to pull you away from Me. Give them to Me and take My yoke upon you. My yoke is easy, and My burden is light. Remember, I am greater than any circumstance, or any burden, you will ever face. My arms are wide open, ready to receive all that troubles you.
Release your burdens to Me and don’t look back.
Take My hand and walk with Me. I command the stress to leave your body, your soul, and your spirit.
Yes, the Lord commands it. "I command peace to flow into your life," says the Lord. "I command peace to flood your soul, this day."
Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light - Matthew 11:28-30
You have become overwhelmed.
Whatever is not of Me,
I need for you to release those issues to Me right now.
Be still before Me
and let all your cares melt into the pool of My deepest tranquility.
I understand and know everything which has caused stress and anxiety in your life. Allow Me to restore you and raise you up into a heavenly place. Release your burdens right now. I will gladly take them from you. Will you release them? You don’t have to carry them any longer.
I want you to have peace in your life. Don’t hold onto the things which continue to pull you away from Me. Give them to Me and take My yoke upon you. My yoke is easy, and My burden is light. Remember, I am greater than any circumstance, or any burden, you will ever face. My arms are wide open, ready to receive all that troubles you.
Release your burdens to Me and don’t look back.
Take My hand and walk with Me. I command the stress to leave your body, your soul, and your spirit.
Yes, the Lord commands it. "I command peace to flow into your life," says the Lord. "I command peace to flood your soul, this day."
Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light - Matthew 11:28-30
Thursday, June 27, 2013
Persevere .... Wait on Him, and Believe (6.27.13)
The Bible tell us that John the Baptist was rewarded for his perseverance when Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John.
What a moment this must have been for John, who had proclaimed, prophesied, and longed for the time when he would see his Savior, face to face. "Behold the Lamb of GOD that takes away the sins of the world," says John.
Jesus is the One who brings breakthroughs to those who persevere and wait on Him. All we have to do is trust Him, receive His love, and continue to walk in obedience to His call on our lives.
May you be over taken with the beauty and the sweet aroma of Christ, this day.
Believe for the breakthrough you have been praying for because it is coming soon.
The Lord has heard your prayers and He is getting ready to bless you, because you believe in Him.
What a moment this must have been for John, who had proclaimed, prophesied, and longed for the time when he would see his Savior, face to face. "Behold the Lamb of GOD that takes away the sins of the world," says John.
Jesus is the One who brings breakthroughs to those who persevere and wait on Him. All we have to do is trust Him, receive His love, and continue to walk in obedience to His call on our lives.
May you be over taken with the beauty and the sweet aroma of Christ, this day.
Believe for the breakthrough you have been praying for because it is coming soon.
The Lord has heard your prayers and He is getting ready to bless you, because you believe in Him.
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
Seek God & He will be there, Every step of the way (6.26.13)
He sent divers sorts of flies
among them, which devoured them; and frogs, which destroyed them. He gave also
their increase unto the caterpillar, and their labour unto the
locust - Psalms 76: 45-46
GOD sent plagues upon the Egyptians, who persecuted the Hebrew people.
Through these afflictions, GOD sent the message that no one could
do evil for long and get away unpunished.
Our Lord doesn't supersede the laws of
nature often, but when He does, it is with good cause.
And yet, even in the face
of the terrible plagues, the Egyptian pharaoh refused to believe. People who
lack the love of GOD in their lives so often refuse to admit they might be
wrong. It is easier to deny GOD, than to do what is necessary to please Him.
The
Lord has not sent as many plagues to afflict us, as in the earlier days, but most
of us definitely experience enough hardships that encourage us to reach out to
Him daily.
We need GOD on a daily basis and thankfully we have Him!
If we seek Him, He will always be with us - every step of the way.
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
My Child, Speak to It! In My Name (6.25.13)
My Child,
It is time you speak to the circumstances in your way.
It is time to speak to the mountains and to tell them to be removed.
It is time to speak to the things around you and to see them bow before My Name.
All you need to do is believe My word and SPEAK TO IT IN FAITH!
I have called you to rule and reign in My name, and I gave you authority over serpents and scorpions. So why then do you allow the enemy and the circumstances of the world get you down? The authority you need is in My Name. Yes, it's in My Name.
In My Name speak to the sickness and lack. Speak to the walls and the closed doors. Speak to the trees and seeds of faith you planted, and tell them it is harvest time. For I have given you authority, and when you speak in My Name, ALL MUST OBEY.
Consider how I spoke to the fig tree and it died. I spoke with authority, power, and faith. I want you to start operating the same way. The anointing is upon you, I gave you authority. Yet, there are times you forget this and struggle under the heavy burdens, instead of rising above the circumstances. I challenge you to rise up now, know who you are in Me, and begin to rule and reign in this life.
IN MY NAME... SPEAK TO IT!
It is time you speak to the circumstances in your way.
It is time to speak to the mountains and to tell them to be removed.
It is time to speak to the things around you and to see them bow before My Name.
All you need to do is believe My word and SPEAK TO IT IN FAITH!
I have called you to rule and reign in My name, and I gave you authority over serpents and scorpions. So why then do you allow the enemy and the circumstances of the world get you down? The authority you need is in My Name. Yes, it's in My Name.
In My Name speak to the sickness and lack. Speak to the walls and the closed doors. Speak to the trees and seeds of faith you planted, and tell them it is harvest time. For I have given you authority, and when you speak in My Name, ALL MUST OBEY.
Consider how I spoke to the fig tree and it died. I spoke with authority, power, and faith. I want you to start operating the same way. The anointing is upon you, I gave you authority. Yet, there are times you forget this and struggle under the heavy burdens, instead of rising above the circumstances. I challenge you to rise up now, know who you are in Me, and begin to rule and reign in this life.
IN MY NAME... SPEAK TO IT!
Monday, June 24, 2013
Take the Victory through the Words you Speak (6.24.13)
Do you understand how to take the
victory over your circumstances?
I have taught you how to be an overcomer.
Lift your eyes up and off your circumstances and onto Me.
Direct your gaze upward to Me.
When you keep your mind on me, you rise above your circumstances and they will not have power over you. But when you look at your circumstances, instead of the things above, you are defeated. This is the lesson I have taught My Church, that victory comes by overcoming a negative report with the Word of the Lord.
I have shown you that as you speak out the Word, it brings life into lifeless circumstances. This is walking by faith, and not by sight. This is what I expect those who put their trust in Me to do. Though their circumstances may look impossible, all things are possible to those who look to Me!
Have I not made it clear that the greatest weapon you have is the weapon of your testimony? That the words you speak either bring life or death? That the power is in the tongue? Speak life and you will see life! Speak blessings into your life.
Nothing is too difficult for Me.
I say, NOTHING! So continue to speak words of life. Continue to call into being those things that are not, for in so doing, you bring the spiritual into the natural. And what you have declared in the Heavens, will be made manifest in the Earth!
Do not listen to the words of the enemy.
Destroy the works of the enemy by speaking forth the Word of Truth!
So be mindful of the words you speak. Do you speak words of life that reach into the soul and bring life, or do they give glory to the work of the enemy? I challenge you this day to line up the words you speak with My Words, says the Lord. Speak life into your circumstances and do not bow down to the enemy's tactics.
All power belongs to Me and I have given it to you, so speak words of life and you will see a lifeless situation change. This is the greatest, most powerful weapon given to My Church. So use it!
For we walk by faith, not by sight - 2 Corinthians 5:7
Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things - Colossians 3:2 (NIV)
I have taught you how to be an overcomer.
Lift your eyes up and off your circumstances and onto Me.
Direct your gaze upward to Me.
When you keep your mind on me, you rise above your circumstances and they will not have power over you. But when you look at your circumstances, instead of the things above, you are defeated. This is the lesson I have taught My Church, that victory comes by overcoming a negative report with the Word of the Lord.
I have shown you that as you speak out the Word, it brings life into lifeless circumstances. This is walking by faith, and not by sight. This is what I expect those who put their trust in Me to do. Though their circumstances may look impossible, all things are possible to those who look to Me!
Have I not made it clear that the greatest weapon you have is the weapon of your testimony? That the words you speak either bring life or death? That the power is in the tongue? Speak life and you will see life! Speak blessings into your life.
Nothing is too difficult for Me.
I say, NOTHING! So continue to speak words of life. Continue to call into being those things that are not, for in so doing, you bring the spiritual into the natural. And what you have declared in the Heavens, will be made manifest in the Earth!
Do not listen to the words of the enemy.
Destroy the works of the enemy by speaking forth the Word of Truth!
So be mindful of the words you speak. Do you speak words of life that reach into the soul and bring life, or do they give glory to the work of the enemy? I challenge you this day to line up the words you speak with My Words, says the Lord. Speak life into your circumstances and do not bow down to the enemy's tactics.
All power belongs to Me and I have given it to you, so speak words of life and you will see a lifeless situation change. This is the greatest, most powerful weapon given to My Church. So use it!
For we walk by faith, not by sight - 2 Corinthians 5:7
Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things - Colossians 3:2 (NIV)
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Stand Firm and Never Give Up (6.23.13)
Submit yourselves
therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you - James 4:7
Be of sober spirit, be on the alert. Your adversary, the devil, prowls about like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour - 1 Peter 5:8
I speak to those who are trying to keep their head above water.
Those who feel like they’re going down for the third time and there’s no hope.
I see your struggles and your discouragement. You're being tempted to lose heart. You have almost given up hope. The waves created by the storms of life have overwhelmed you. But, I say to you, do not despair; do not give up hope.
I am your very
present help in times of trouble, and I will bring you through these times of
adversity into triumph. Trust Me, and let Me guide your steps to make your way
perfect. Refuse to allow the enemy to make you feel lost or forgotten,
for I am with you.
Keep your faith in Me.
I’ve told you before; his only weapons are lies and deceit.
However, remember that I have told you to keep on the alert.
Stand firm and resist the enemy, and he will have to flee. He won’t be able to stay around the presence of the anointing that is on your life.
So stand
firm, stay prayerful and never give up.
You know you have the victory.
You know you have the victory.
Stand
firm and never give up.
- My Prayer Confession -
Heavenly Father,
- My Prayer Confession -
Heavenly Father,
Thank you for reassuring me that You are always with me,
and will bring me through this current trial that I face.
I thank You for the strength that You provide for me
as I go through the storm of life.
I rest in knowing you're there.
and will bring me through this current trial that I face.
I thank You for the strength that You provide for me
as I go through the storm of life.
I rest in knowing you're there.
Amen
Thursday, June 20, 2013
These Trials and Tests will Pass (6.20.13)
My Child,
What you’re going through shall pass.
Just like all the other trials that have come and gone before,
this too shall also pass.
You had faith in Me once, now have faith in Me again.
I haven’t changed. I have not turned against you, nor have I forgotten what troubles your heart. I see everything. And I see that you’re worried about what the enemy is trying to do to you. Don’t pay any attention to what he’s trying to do. I am in control. All the enemy wants to do is test your faith. He wants to see if you will have faith and trust Me no matter what comes against you. I want you to stand and know that I am with you, and will never forsake you.
After these trials and tests you will come out in a better place. You will come out in a broad place, a place where there is no contention. Strengthen yourself with the Word, and don’t let go of the faith I have imparted in you. Please don’t allow the enemy’s negative words to control your mind. Set your mind on Me and things which are true, pure and of good report.
Recognize there’s nothing that can come against you that I can’t see you through.
When Job prayed for his friends, the Lord restored his fortunes. In fact, the Lord gave him twice as much as before! - Job 42:10 (NLT)
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. - Philippians 4:8 (NLT)
These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold-though your faith is far more precious than mere gold. So when your faith remains strong through many trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day when Jesus Christ is revealed to the whole world. - 1 Peter 1:7 (NLT)
What you’re going through shall pass.
Just like all the other trials that have come and gone before,
this too shall also pass.
You had faith in Me once, now have faith in Me again.
I haven’t changed. I have not turned against you, nor have I forgotten what troubles your heart. I see everything. And I see that you’re worried about what the enemy is trying to do to you. Don’t pay any attention to what he’s trying to do. I am in control. All the enemy wants to do is test your faith. He wants to see if you will have faith and trust Me no matter what comes against you. I want you to stand and know that I am with you, and will never forsake you.
After these trials and tests you will come out in a better place. You will come out in a broad place, a place where there is no contention. Strengthen yourself with the Word, and don’t let go of the faith I have imparted in you. Please don’t allow the enemy’s negative words to control your mind. Set your mind on Me and things which are true, pure and of good report.
Recognize there’s nothing that can come against you that I can’t see you through.
When Job prayed for his friends, the Lord restored his fortunes. In fact, the Lord gave him twice as much as before! - Job 42:10 (NLT)
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. - Philippians 4:8 (NLT)
These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold-though your faith is far more precious than mere gold. So when your faith remains strong through many trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day when Jesus Christ is revealed to the whole world. - 1 Peter 1:7 (NLT)
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Live a Testimony of Grace (6.18.13)
Father,
I thank You that You know more than I do,
and that you care for and love me,
as well as those that I care for and love.
You have a purpose for whatever situation I walk through.
Your Word says that everything works together
for the good to those who love You.
You also said that You will turn everything
satan intends for harm into a victory.
and that you care for and love me,
as well as those that I care for and love.
You have a purpose for whatever situation I walk through.
Your Word says that everything works together
for the good to those who love You.
You also said that You will turn everything
satan intends for harm into a victory.
Fill me with Your grace, mercy and faith;
so that whatever I walk through, will bring glory to Your Son, Jesus.
May my life be a testimony of grace to those around me,
drawing those who may observe how I walk
through suffering into Your kingdom.
so that whatever I walk through, will bring glory to Your Son, Jesus.
May my life be a testimony of grace to those around me,
drawing those who may observe how I walk
through suffering into Your kingdom.
Prayer Points
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him - Colossians 3:17 (NIV)
- Praise GOD as the one to whom you have given your entire life.
- Thank him for being Lord of everything that you have and are.
- Confess the parts of your life that you still hold back from GOD’s complete authority.
- Commit yourself to laying these areas before GOD throughout the day, looking for his help in surrendering them completely.
- Ask GOD to help you to completely become devoted to him and his will.
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him - Colossians 3:17 (NIV)
Monday, June 17, 2013
Come Abide with Me (6.17.13)
If ye abide in me
and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto
you. - John 15:7
I say to you, abide with Me each and every day.
Do not look around to see what others are doing, what they have, and what they’re saying. You must not be concerned with that. Stop allowing the voices of the world to draw you away from Me, and rob you of your peace, all that leads to confusion. I have given you specific things that need your special touch, so you must attend to them.
I say to you, abide with Me each and every day.
Do not look around to see what others are doing, what they have, and what they’re saying. You must not be concerned with that. Stop allowing the voices of the world to draw you away from Me, and rob you of your peace, all that leads to confusion. I have given you specific things that need your special touch, so you must attend to them.
You must remember My Words to you, and follow them.
Shut out the voice of the enemy.
Maintain your prayer times throughout the day; honor them and allow no more clutter to come between Me and you. I see so many things crowding your days, causing you to become frustrated and confused. Stop, slow down and a take a look at your life, and re-dedicate it to Me.
Shut out the voice of the enemy.
Maintain your prayer times throughout the day; honor them and allow no more clutter to come between Me and you. I see so many things crowding your days, causing you to become frustrated and confused. Stop, slow down and a take a look at your life, and re-dedicate it to Me.
Get your house
back in order.
I Am either everything to you, or I am nothing at all. I don’t want pieces of you. Your life must be completely given to Me. My Child, there is no other life apart from Me. You have a decision to make. Choose this day whom you will serve. I pray you will continue to abide in My Word daily, for in it you will find the answers to everything you need. Your peace, your joy, and hope for tomorrow are all in My Word.
So allow My words to live within you and lead you to where peaceful waters flow.
I Am either everything to you, or I am nothing at all. I don’t want pieces of you. Your life must be completely given to Me. My Child, there is no other life apart from Me. You have a decision to make. Choose this day whom you will serve. I pray you will continue to abide in My Word daily, for in it you will find the answers to everything you need. Your peace, your joy, and hope for tomorrow are all in My Word.
So allow My words to live within you and lead you to where peaceful waters flow.
Trust in Me, take My
hand.
Now lift up your eyes and come abide with Me.
- My Prayer Confession -
Dear Lord,
I ask forgiveness for allowing the enemy
to draw me away from You and to disturb
the beautiful peace that once rested within.
I make this my declaration to You;
I promise to abide with You daily,
to be filled with the presence of Your Holy Spirit,
so I can attend to the works You have called me to do.
Amen
Now lift up your eyes and come abide with Me.
- My Prayer Confession -
Dear Lord,
I ask forgiveness for allowing the enemy
to draw me away from You and to disturb
the beautiful peace that once rested within.
I make this my declaration to You;
I promise to abide with You daily,
to be filled with the presence of Your Holy Spirit,
so I can attend to the works You have called me to do.
Amen
Sunday, June 16, 2013
Love Your Enemies (6.16.13)
But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate
you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you - Luke
6:27-28
One of the most amazing commands of Christ is to love our enemies. In our
flesh, we naturally want to retaliate or fight back when we are treated unkindly
or persecuted. Jesus preached forgiveness and mercy: “Be merciful, just as your
Father is merciful” (Luke 6:36). His lifestyle demonstrated grace, that ours
might also. He took His command one step further, adding another level of
difficulty, “Pray for those who persecute you” (Matthew 5:44).
It is important to have a firm foundation upon which to train your children to love their enemies and to pray for them. So that they will come to know Jesus as Savior and Lord.
It is important to have a firm foundation upon which to train your children to love their enemies and to pray for them. So that they will come to know Jesus as Savior and Lord.
It is also important to be merciful. Because of GOD’s mercy, we were saved. Therefore, we must extend His mercy to those who are still enemies of GOD, so that they will receive what we have been given.
Gracious GOD,
It isn’t easy to love people who are unkind,
but because Jesus demonstrated this ultimate love
while hanging on the cross,
I am compelled to do likewise.
May I show His mercy and grace
to those who persecute or mistreat me
so that they will see You in me.
Amen
It isn’t easy to love people who are unkind,
but because Jesus demonstrated this ultimate love
while hanging on the cross,
I am compelled to do likewise.
May I show His mercy and grace
to those who persecute or mistreat me
so that they will see You in me.
Amen
Saturday, June 15, 2013
Use My Name (6.15.13)
Beloved,
I don’t mind you assessing the difficulties which lay before
you, but it is not good for you to become overwhelmed and influenced by what
you see. There is another way to handle what you are going through, and it’s
using what I have given you. I've given you My Name to use.
My name is above all other names and it will bring you
through this current trial that you face. All you need for winning the
war before you is to command My name before your enemies. Using My name will be
your greatest weapon.
So keep the faith, and stop worrying about your future.
Know that I am an all-knowing and all-seeing GOD.
I am in charge, therefore you will be okay.
Proverbs 18:10 - The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.
John 14:13 - And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name,
that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.
Philippians 2:9-10 - Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given
him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee
should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the
earth.
Friday, June 14, 2013
Wait on Him (6.14.13)
First, when you receive a word from GOD and it is truly from him He
will prepare your heart to receive it, through humbling and testing.
He has to purge out of you the things that might defile His ministry or prevent
its execution as He intends.
Second, quickly humble your heart and wait for confirmations. "By the mouth of two or three witnesses every word shall be established" (II Corinthians 13:1b NKJV). The Lord may confirm instantly or he might wait for some time to reveal everything to you. Do not act until He confirms. Again, do not act until he confirms! If you don't wait, the devil will be in the details.
The Lord allows things to happen, in order to reveal to you all disobedience that needs to be corrected. Or, the Lord may simply be testing your willingness to be patient, humble and obedient to His counsel. Humbling your heart to the Lord is vital because satan tries to imitate all things pertaining to GOD. he knows the Word as well, and can send his kind of confirmations that are just as false as his promises!
As an example, I often hear single people say they have been praying and are believing GOD to bless them with a mate. satan also knows you are believing GOD for a mate, and he will dress up his best demon and send him or her to you. That's why you must wait on confirmation from the Lord. You must believe in His Word through patience, faith and obedience.
GOD is not man that he should lie,
everything he has promised to you he will deliver.
In His time.
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Divine Delay (6.13.13)
Our Heavenly Father will not delay for very long over His elect, but
He will delay.
In fact, GOD's definition of "speedily", and ours, are not always synonymous.
The Lord incorporates delays into His overall plan for our lives,
therefore producing perseverance in us.
So crucial is endurance to our character development that GOD is willing to delay even important answers to prayer to facilitate our transformation.
We should not interpret divine delays as signs of divine reluctance. Delays are tools to perfect our faith. Christ is looking to find a tenacity in our faith that prevails in spite of delays and setbacks. He seeks to create a perseverance within us that outlasts the test of time, a resolve that actually grows stronger during delays.
When the Father sees this quality of persistence in our faith, it so touches His heart that He blesses us with the things we have believed Him for.
In fact, GOD's definition of "speedily", and ours, are not always synonymous.
The Lord incorporates delays into His overall plan for our lives,
therefore producing perseverance in us.
So crucial is endurance to our character development that GOD is willing to delay even important answers to prayer to facilitate our transformation.
We should not interpret divine delays as signs of divine reluctance. Delays are tools to perfect our faith. Christ is looking to find a tenacity in our faith that prevails in spite of delays and setbacks. He seeks to create a perseverance within us that outlasts the test of time, a resolve that actually grows stronger during delays.
When the Father sees this quality of persistence in our faith, it so touches His heart that He blesses us with the things we have believed Him for.
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Look Ahead and Take Your Eyes Off the Past (6.12.13)
When I asked Abraham to step out into the unknown, he did as I
requested.
He stepped out on faith according to the words which I spoke to him.
He never thought about the home he was leaving, or what he was giving up.
He kept his eyes on what I promised him. For I promised I would give him a new land and new promises. With this in mind, there was nothing left behind for him to hold onto, he was obedient by moving forward on My Word.
In the same way, haven’t I promised you new things?
I assure you, the new will be greater than what you left behind. Then why, my child, do you look behind so often? Why do you look at the things you had or the possibilities of what you could have had, instead of looking at the new blessings that I have for you?
Don’t you trust Me?
The new blessings I have for you will far exceed the old. The new promises that I have for you are greater than anything you have had in the past, greater than anything you can ever imagine.
Oh, if you could just get that into your spirit you would sing praises unto My name.
However, until you stay focused on Me while looking ahead, I cannot show you the new promises I have in store for you. What do you think would have happened if Abraham had tried to walk while looking behind him? He would never have seen the new land that I promised him. He would have missed the great blessings I had for him.
In the same way, I call you to look ahead. Take your eyes off the past and off the things that once were. In other words, once and for all, put the past behind you. If you don’t, you will continue to experience the same problems over and over again. Never reaching the promised land.
I have so many blessings to lavish upon you.
These great blessing will engulf the old.
The new will be so large and so magnificent,
that the things you let go of will seem very insignificant.
So today, stop looking back and trust Me.
Many good things are awaiting you.
He stepped out on faith according to the words which I spoke to him.
He never thought about the home he was leaving, or what he was giving up.
He kept his eyes on what I promised him. For I promised I would give him a new land and new promises. With this in mind, there was nothing left behind for him to hold onto, he was obedient by moving forward on My Word.
In the same way, haven’t I promised you new things?
I assure you, the new will be greater than what you left behind. Then why, my child, do you look behind so often? Why do you look at the things you had or the possibilities of what you could have had, instead of looking at the new blessings that I have for you?
Don’t you trust Me?
The new blessings I have for you will far exceed the old. The new promises that I have for you are greater than anything you have had in the past, greater than anything you can ever imagine.
Oh, if you could just get that into your spirit you would sing praises unto My name.
However, until you stay focused on Me while looking ahead, I cannot show you the new promises I have in store for you. What do you think would have happened if Abraham had tried to walk while looking behind him? He would never have seen the new land that I promised him. He would have missed the great blessings I had for him.
In the same way, I call you to look ahead. Take your eyes off the past and off the things that once were. In other words, once and for all, put the past behind you. If you don’t, you will continue to experience the same problems over and over again. Never reaching the promised land.
I have so many blessings to lavish upon you.
These great blessing will engulf the old.
The new will be so large and so magnificent,
that the things you let go of will seem very insignificant.
So today, stop looking back and trust Me.
Many good things are awaiting you.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Time to Lighten Your Load (6.11.13)
Isn't it time to lighten your load?
The load you carry is heavy and it has put a burden on your heart,
creating such a spiritual fog that you can’t see your next step.
Discouragement seems to have come from nowhere and there are things in the back of your mind that you are constantly worrying about. You must release your burdens and cast your cares upon Me in order to regain clarity.
Refuse to allow stress and fear to overtake you.
Changes are inevitable, but you can make the necessary adjustments easily if you will trust Me to bring you through this time of transition. And the only way to do this is to lighten your load and cast your burdens upon Me.
Even though you feel that you have to bear the brunt of responsibility, you are not alone. I am with you to carry the load, but you must let it go and trust Me to handle it. The burdens that are weighing you down are just another opportunity for your Father to show you just how much He loves you, and cares about your every need.
So please lighten your load and give your burdens to Me.
Matthew 11:28-30 - "Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."
1 Peter 5:7 - "Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you."
The load you carry is heavy and it has put a burden on your heart,
creating such a spiritual fog that you can’t see your next step.
Discouragement seems to have come from nowhere and there are things in the back of your mind that you are constantly worrying about. You must release your burdens and cast your cares upon Me in order to regain clarity.
Refuse to allow stress and fear to overtake you.
Changes are inevitable, but you can make the necessary adjustments easily if you will trust Me to bring you through this time of transition. And the only way to do this is to lighten your load and cast your burdens upon Me.
Even though you feel that you have to bear the brunt of responsibility, you are not alone. I am with you to carry the load, but you must let it go and trust Me to handle it. The burdens that are weighing you down are just another opportunity for your Father to show you just how much He loves you, and cares about your every need.
So please lighten your load and give your burdens to Me.
Matthew 11:28-30 - "Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."
1 Peter 5:7 - "Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you."
Monday, June 10, 2013
Step Boldly (6.10.13)
Are you facing a situation that is like the
River Jordan?
What do you do when GOD has told you to do something
and the way seems blocked?
There’s no doubt in your mind that you heard right,
and that the word was confirmed.
So you step forward, boldly in faith,
and then it appears as though the door has slammed shut in your face.
You cannot go on, because of a huge obstacle that stands in your way.
If you know with a certainty that GOD has called you to go to something, then do not, for one moment, entertain the idea that maybe you heard wrong. Do not think for one moment that GOD has changed His mind. Do not think that perhaps you have "messed things up" and now the Lord has cancelled the plan.
GOD does not make mistakes.
On the contrary, this is a clear sign that you are going the right way.
It is now, that your faith is tested to the limit.
It is now, that the enemy is going to challenge you to believe beyond what common sense tells you.
It is now, that you have to trust and depend completely on GOD
and GOD alone.
What do you do when GOD has told you to do something
and the way seems blocked?
There’s no doubt in your mind that you heard right,
and that the word was confirmed.
So you step forward, boldly in faith,
and then it appears as though the door has slammed shut in your face.
You cannot go on, because of a huge obstacle that stands in your way.
If you know with a certainty that GOD has called you to go to something, then do not, for one moment, entertain the idea that maybe you heard wrong. Do not think for one moment that GOD has changed His mind. Do not think that perhaps you have "messed things up" and now the Lord has cancelled the plan.
GOD does not make mistakes.
On the contrary, this is a clear sign that you are going the right way.
It is now, that your faith is tested to the limit.
It is now, that the enemy is going to challenge you to believe beyond what common sense tells you.
It is now, that you have to trust and depend completely on GOD
and GOD alone.
Sunday, June 9, 2013
A Repentant Heart (6.9.13)
Against you, and you only, have I sinned and done what is evil in your
sight, so that you are proved right when you speak and justified when you judge - Psalm 51:4
Confession is simply agreeing with GOD concerning our sin. Like the parable
of the lost son, we must say to the Lord, “Father, I have sinned against heaven
and against you - Luke 15:21
Then we will hear Him say lovingly to us, “For
this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found” (Luke
15:24). As soon as we confess with a repentant heart, we have His forgiveness!
It leads to a transformation of lifestyle!
David certainly was determined to
live a life worthy of GOD’s calling upon his life.
Proof of this is written in Psalms 51.
Proof of this is written in Psalms 51.
- Prayer Confession -
Loving Father,
Loving Father,
Help me to confess all of my sins to you daily
so that I am not overcome with the things
I know do not please you.
May Your Holy Spirit convict me quickly
so that I may confess and repent of my sins
before You Lord.
Thank You for promising to forgive me
when I come before You with a “broken and contrite heart.”
Father, Your word says that if I die in my sins,
I will perish and I know You wish that none should perish.
Thank you for being a loving Father to me.
I pray this prayer in the name of your son, Jesus Christ.
so that I am not overcome with the things
I know do not please you.
May Your Holy Spirit convict me quickly
so that I may confess and repent of my sins
before You Lord.
Thank You for promising to forgive me
when I come before You with a “broken and contrite heart.”
Father, Your word says that if I die in my sins,
I will perish and I know You wish that none should perish.
Thank you for being a loving Father to me.
I pray this prayer in the name of your son, Jesus Christ.
Amen
Saturday, June 8, 2013
The Lord We Serve, will Come Through! (6.8.13)
Is there something that you need right now?
Are there things that you have already been desiring for some time,
and maybe you are wondering if you will ever receive them?
If so, let me tell you that the Lord we serve will come through for you!
If you asked Him for something, trust and believe He has heard your prayer.
He is working on your behalf right now!
Listen to what He says:
Many of My children are downtrodden and weary because My promises have not yet materialized in their lives. I want to tell you this day, that My words will not return to Me void. My words will accomplish all that I have declared.
Look expectantly for the manifestation of those promises to take place in My perfect timing. For I am not a man that I should lie. However, you must be sure you are obeying My word in order to receive My promises. I honor all obedience in full.
If you meditate in My word, and do what My word tells you to do, I promise to do My part. I long to see every one of My promises fulfilled in your life. It hurts when I see you struggling, especially when I know the price that was paid for you to live an abundant life.
Let Me remind you, I came that you might have life more abundantly. Abundance will come to you, and blessings will overtake you if you are obedient to My word. And I want you to understand those promises were not just for My disciples. My word is everlasting… Those promises are for you too.
So, I say to you today if the spirit of lack has been hovering over your life, and you are beginning to lose faith in My word, well it’s time your attitude move to a higher altitude, and reach up in faith to get your blessing. Your faith and obedience are the things that will unlock the windows of Heaven, and cause your blessings to overtake you.
Isaiah: 60:5 - Then you will look and be radiant, your heart will throb and swell with joy; the wealth on the seas will be brought to you, to you the riches of the nations will come. (NIV)
Deuteronomy 28:2 - And all these blessings will come on you, and overtake you, if you will listen attentively to the voice of the LORD your God.
John 10:10b - I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
Are there things that you have already been desiring for some time,
and maybe you are wondering if you will ever receive them?
If so, let me tell you that the Lord we serve will come through for you!
If you asked Him for something, trust and believe He has heard your prayer.
He is working on your behalf right now!
Listen to what He says:
Many of My children are downtrodden and weary because My promises have not yet materialized in their lives. I want to tell you this day, that My words will not return to Me void. My words will accomplish all that I have declared.
Look expectantly for the manifestation of those promises to take place in My perfect timing. For I am not a man that I should lie. However, you must be sure you are obeying My word in order to receive My promises. I honor all obedience in full.
If you meditate in My word, and do what My word tells you to do, I promise to do My part. I long to see every one of My promises fulfilled in your life. It hurts when I see you struggling, especially when I know the price that was paid for you to live an abundant life.
Let Me remind you, I came that you might have life more abundantly. Abundance will come to you, and blessings will overtake you if you are obedient to My word. And I want you to understand those promises were not just for My disciples. My word is everlasting… Those promises are for you too.
So, I say to you today if the spirit of lack has been hovering over your life, and you are beginning to lose faith in My word, well it’s time your attitude move to a higher altitude, and reach up in faith to get your blessing. Your faith and obedience are the things that will unlock the windows of Heaven, and cause your blessings to overtake you.
Isaiah: 60:5 - Then you will look and be radiant, your heart will throb and swell with joy; the wealth on the seas will be brought to you, to you the riches of the nations will come. (NIV)
Deuteronomy 28:2 - And all these blessings will come on you, and overtake you, if you will listen attentively to the voice of the LORD your God.
John 10:10b - I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
Thursday, June 6, 2013
God has a Plan for You (6.6.13)
GOD has a plan for your life.
He brought you into this world to fulfill that plan.
It is the best plan that anyone could ever make for you.
It is a plan that will bring Him the greatest glory and you the greatest blessings.
Allow GOD is work out His plan in your life.
As you follow GOD's plan for your life, you should do so by faith.
It is important to remember that He is the Guide and you are the follower.
He does not need you in His planning room as a consultant to help Him decide what is best for your life.
GOD has called you to trust Him
and to take the next step of obedience
according to His will.
He brought you into this world to fulfill that plan.
It is the best plan that anyone could ever make for you.
It is a plan that will bring Him the greatest glory and you the greatest blessings.
Allow GOD is work out His plan in your life.
As you follow GOD's plan for your life, you should do so by faith.
It is important to remember that He is the Guide and you are the follower.
He does not need you in His planning room as a consultant to help Him decide what is best for your life.
GOD has called you to trust Him
and to take the next step of obedience
according to His will.
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Praise God (6.5.13)
Praise GOD for he knows and cares all about your daily needs.
He is an all-knowing and all-seeing GOD!
Ask the Lord to forgive you for worrying
about circumstances you have no control over.
If the Lord is for you who can be against you?
There is not one plan or scheme He does not see or know about. When the enemies of the Lord go into conference rooms and shut the door in secrecy, little do they know the Lord is behind the door with them listening to everything that is being schemed and planned. The Lord said He will repay accordingly.
Ask the Lord to forgive you for worrying
about circumstances you have no control over.
If the Lord is for you who can be against you?
There is not one plan or scheme He does not see or know about. When the enemies of the Lord go into conference rooms and shut the door in secrecy, little do they know the Lord is behind the door with them listening to everything that is being schemed and planned. The Lord said He will repay accordingly.
We are living in the last days and the enemy is becoming desperate to
destroy whomever and whatever he can. Not only he is seeking to destroy
individuals but families are coming under attack from the enemy as well. The
Bible states that in the last days your enemy will be those within your own
household. As an example, the enemy has caused children to become disobedient
and rebellious towards their parents.
It is strongly stated in the Bible that children must honor and obey their parents so that their days on this earth will be longer. That's why self control through daily prayer and fellowship with the Lord is so vital. It will give you victory over the schemes of the enemy. satan cannot hang around once praising and worshiping of the Lord starts!!
It is strongly stated in the Bible that children must honor and obey their parents so that their days on this earth will be longer. That's why self control through daily prayer and fellowship with the Lord is so vital. It will give you victory over the schemes of the enemy. satan cannot hang around once praising and worshiping of the Lord starts!!
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
Seek and Receive My Peace (6.4.13)
Peace I leave
with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives, do I give to you. Let
not your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful - John 14:27
Something you are going through is troubling your heart.
I see how this situation has disturbed even your quiet time with Me.
You don’t know how to return to the peacefulness you had before it all started.
My Child,
Why have you allowed trouble to invade your spirit in this way? Didn’t I promise I would keep you in perfect peace if you kept your mind on Me? I need you to go to where the peaceful waters are within your spirit. Once you are there, Angels of Peace are waiting to minister healing to your troubled heart. However, you must be still in order to receive it.
Something you are going through is troubling your heart.
I see how this situation has disturbed even your quiet time with Me.
You don’t know how to return to the peacefulness you had before it all started.
My Child,
Why have you allowed trouble to invade your spirit in this way? Didn’t I promise I would keep you in perfect peace if you kept your mind on Me? I need you to go to where the peaceful waters are within your spirit. Once you are there, Angels of Peace are waiting to minister healing to your troubled heart. However, you must be still in order to receive it.
Receive the peace I am imparting unto you. This peace, My peace is forevermore. Forget about the pain of the past, every trial, every tribulation and just allow the healing grace of My love to come in and minister through you.
As you forgive yourself, forgive those who have hurt you.
You will feel better once you have released this burden to me.
Allow My love to strip away layer after layer all the hurt, pain, and unhappiness you have endured. Allow My Angels to minister My love and healing to you. If you allow this you will no longer have a troubled heart but peace only.
This peace will surpass all understanding.
Come now, let us enjoy peace together.
- My Prayer Confession -
Heavenly Father,
I thank You for the peace that I feel.
I praise You for the joy and the love
that are flowing through my soul.
Oh what peace that floods my soul.
Thank You Lord for calming my troubled heart
and causing me to lie down beside the still waters
as Your peace floods my soul.
Amen
Monday, June 3, 2013
On the Verge of Giving Up (6.3.13)
You want to give up on everything you
have prayed and believed Me for.
Please don't give up on Me.
I just feel you are on the verge of giving up.
It’s always darkest just before the dawn, and right now I know it’s very dark and you can’t see your way. You don’t know what’s going on, but I do. You have prayed, fasted, believed and done everything you know to do. Yes, you have done all that you know how to do.
Now it’s My turn to do what I promised.
I am working in ways you cannot see, in ways you cannot understand.
Rest in Me, meditate in My Word.
When the answer comes it will appear to be so natural you won't recognize what is happening. You won’t recognize it even though it will be revealed right before your eyes. The answer will be good... it will be very good.
So please, don’t give up on Me.
Please don't give up on Me.
I just feel you are on the verge of giving up.
It’s always darkest just before the dawn, and right now I know it’s very dark and you can’t see your way. You don’t know what’s going on, but I do. You have prayed, fasted, believed and done everything you know to do. Yes, you have done all that you know how to do.
Now it’s My turn to do what I promised.
I am working in ways you cannot see, in ways you cannot understand.
Rest in Me, meditate in My Word.
When the answer comes it will appear to be so natural you won't recognize what is happening. You won’t recognize it even though it will be revealed right before your eyes. The answer will be good... it will be very good.
So please, don’t give up on Me.
Sunday, June 2, 2013
Why are You Worrying? (6.2.13)
Why are you worrying?
I know things aren't going the way you planned, but will worrying change anything? No it won’t, if anything it will make things worse. So don’t worry and don’t fret, all is well. You must know that.
Haven’t I cared for you?
Haven’t I proven Myself more than worthy?
So what is causing you to worry?
I've opened doors in your life that only I could have opened. I have caused men to give unto you just when you needed it. I made rivers in the desert; and made the crooked places straight. I supplied your needs each time you called. I know you have need of things; I know all. I am near, all you have to do is ask and believe. Believe in your heart that you have received what you have asked for. Nothing shall be impossible to you, if you only believe.
Only believe My child, only believe.
There is a season for all things, you should know this. Please don’t worry, I know about all of your needs. Do not worry but rest in knowing that I love you. Rest in Me and know that I am GOD.
So My Child, I ask you again, why are you worrying?
- My Prayer Confession -
Father, I confess there are times I do worry about things,
instead of releasing them into Your hands.
Even though You have proven Yourself to me over and over again,
I still stumble in this area of my life.
Thank You for being so patience with me.
Lord, I promise I will surrender unto You all my cares
because I do realize worrying will not solve my problems.
I will do as You say
and rest and believe in Your word.
Amen
I know things aren't going the way you planned, but will worrying change anything? No it won’t, if anything it will make things worse. So don’t worry and don’t fret, all is well. You must know that.
Haven’t I cared for you?
Haven’t I proven Myself more than worthy?
So what is causing you to worry?
I've opened doors in your life that only I could have opened. I have caused men to give unto you just when you needed it. I made rivers in the desert; and made the crooked places straight. I supplied your needs each time you called. I know you have need of things; I know all. I am near, all you have to do is ask and believe. Believe in your heart that you have received what you have asked for. Nothing shall be impossible to you, if you only believe.
Only believe My child, only believe.
There is a season for all things, you should know this. Please don’t worry, I know about all of your needs. Do not worry but rest in knowing that I love you. Rest in Me and know that I am GOD.
So My Child, I ask you again, why are you worrying?
- My Prayer Confession -
Father, I confess there are times I do worry about things,
instead of releasing them into Your hands.
Even though You have proven Yourself to me over and over again,
I still stumble in this area of my life.
Thank You for being so patience with me.
Lord, I promise I will surrender unto You all my cares
because I do realize worrying will not solve my problems.
I will do as You say
and rest and believe in Your word.
Amen
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