Thursday, December 31, 2015

Fear not the Valley nor the Battles, Choose to Stand & Fight. (12.31.15)

Children,
Many of My people are in the valley of decision, 
and some are positioned at the fork in the road.  

I didn’t bring you to this place on your spiritual journey to leave you.  

If you allow Me to lead, I will guide you as you go through every hard place you encounter.  Yes, I know at times it may seem that I Am not there; and that I don't see or feel the pain you’re going through, but I Am always with you. Even now, as you read this word, I Am bringing you through the valley of despair. I Am bringing you through the deserts and through the rocky roads of life.  I Am moving on your situation to transition you from where you are into your place of destiny with Me.

Just as My Son had to persevere at Gethsemane, to make it to the cross, in order to guarantee eternal life for My children; you too must go through your Gethsemane.  You too, must press on and persevere until the victory is complete.  Only then will you have the complete breakthrough in your life.  Only then will you live the victorious life.  Only then will you walk in My Spirit and ready to do signs and wonders in My Name.

Don't fear the valley, nor the battles; for valleys and battles will come and go.  

My victory on the cross assured your victory. 
You cannot lose unless you choose not to stand and fight. 
The choice is yours. 

I await your response. I have given you weapons to fight and win the battle. Use My weapons and not yours. The weapons I provided are not carnal, but mighty, to pull down every stronghold. Lean not on your own understanding; lean not on the world system, for it will fail.  

Lean on Me, your firm foundation,
and you will get through the valley.



Read and Meditate on His Word
Psalm 23:4 - Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. 

Psalm 50:15 - And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.

Proverbs 3:5-6 - Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Hebrews 4:15-16 - For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.





Wednesday, December 30, 2015

Fear Not and Put Your Trust in God, for He has Great Plans for You (12.30.15)

My Child,
I know of the plans that I have for you.

They are plans for victory, plans for deliverance, plans to empower you so you will know who you are in Me. My plans will give you hope for your future.  My plans will open your eyes and cause you to see that when you believe in Me, nothing shall be impossible for you.

I say, fear not.  Fear not and put your trust in Me,
for I am the author and the finisher of your faith.

Remove all of your doubts and fears; and embrace My grace and peace.  My mercy and My grace are more than enough to see you through every storm.  Find a place of solitude, and use the prayer language that I blessed you with because when you pray the enemy of your soul will flee.

I love you, and I Am asking you, this day,
to open your heart to My calling
and the prophetic plan I have for your life.

I want to do great and wonderful things in your life.
I want to bless you, so surrender your plans and embrace Mine,
and you will experience a life filled with hope and blessings.

I know the plans I have for you, trust in My plans, and you will never fail.



Meditate on His Word

Proverbs 3:5-6 - Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. 


Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. 

Luke 1:37 - For with GOD nothing shall be impossible. 

Hebrews 12:2 - Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of GOD.



Tuesday, December 29, 2015

Accepting God's Will for Our Lives (12.29.15)

Faith Believers,
Knowing GOD’s Will, and liking it, are not the same!

There will be times when we will not understand GOD's Will.
We know this from Jesus’ teachings that it is not easy
to love our enemies, yet that is GOD’s Will!

Jesus had a thorough knowledge of the Will of GOD, based on His relationship with the Father. Though Jesus always embraced GOD’s Will and did it, even our Lord didn’t always want to do what GOD wanted, in the realm of His physical and emotional existence.

Accepting GOD's Will for our lives sometimes is hard,
but we must realize that we serve an All-Knowing GOD
and He will never make a mistake in our lives.

Jesus went with His disciples to a place called Gethsemane, and He said to them, “Sit here while I go over there and pray.” He took Peter and the two sons of Zebedee along with Him, and He began to be sorrowful and troubled. Then He said to them, “My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with Me.”

Going a little farther, He fell with his face to the ground and prayed, “My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as You will.”


Holy Spirit,
Teach me to embrace GOD’s Will,
even when I don’t understand it completely.

Give me a willing spirit to be an obedient servant,
even when I know that, to do so could cost more
than I would humanly want to pay.

Help me to realize that everything I have
and everything I will ever be
is because of the love of GOD.

I know that the Father is too wise to make a mistake. 


Remind me, Holy Spirit, to pray about
the things happening in my life
that I do not understand.

Amen



Monday, December 28, 2015

Start Counting Your Many Blessings, for God has Great Plans for You..... (12.28.15)

My Child,
I know you are trying very hard to obey and honor Me. 
I know you are seeking which way to go,
and you’re asking “Lord, what is the purpose of my life?"

Your heart is in the right place, but you’ve become tired because of the stumbling blocks you keep running into.  You are now weary, and considering whether to continue to follow and believe in Me.  Beloved, I will never leave you nor forsake you.

My Child, listen to what I Am saying to you. 
Your work is not in vain.

What you need to do now is to come before me and
be still, relax your mind and seek My face.
My plans are to bless you and not harm you.
I have great plans for you in the coming New Year,
you need only to trust and believe that
I Am going to do what I promised.
I Am not a man that I should lie.

What I want you to do is start counting your many blessings, and you will see what I have already done in your life, and you will know that My Word is true and I will not fail you. Spend time with Me daily and by doing this your faith will become stronger.

1 Corinthians 15:58 - Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your toil is not in vain in the Lord.

Psalms 25:4-5 - Show me the right path, O LORD; point out the road for me to follow. Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the GOD who will save me.


Sunday, December 27, 2015

During the Holiday Season, Remember to Be Still Before God & Just Say "Thank You Lord...." (12.27.15)

Heavenly Father,
As this holiday season continues, Thank You for the blessings and fellowship You have bestowed upon me and my loved ones.  As we celebrated the birth of Your Son Jesus Christ on Christmas Day, I just want to say thank You Lord. Thank You for sending Your Son to us to share the good news about how much You love us. You have done so much in the lives of Your children and You continue to bless us unconditionally. Sometimes we become so caught up in shopping and celebrations during the holiday season, that we forget to "Be still" before You, and just say thank You Lord. Right now, I want to thank You Father.

Thank you GOD,
  -  for the times You have said "no." This has helped me
      to depend on You so much more.

Thank you GOD,
  -  for unanswered prayer. It reminds me that You know what's best for me,
      even when my opinion differs from Yours.

Thank You Lord,
  -  for the things you have withheld from me. You have protected me from
     what I may not have ever realized was a danger to me.

Thank You GOD,
  -  for the doors You have closed. They have prevented me
      from going where You would rather not have me go.

Thank You Lord, 
   -  for the physical pain You've allowed in my life.
       It has helped me to relate to Your suffering on my behalf.

Thank You Lord,
  -  for the times in my life I have been alone.
     Those times have forced me to become closer to You.

Thank You GOD,
  -  for the uncertainties I've experienced.
     They have deepened my trust in You.

Thank You Lord,
  -  for the times You came through for me
     when I didn't even know I needed to be rescued.

Thank You Lord,
  -  for the losses I have experienced.
     They have been a reminder that You are my greatest gain.

Thank You GOD,
  -  for the tears I have shed.
     They have kept my heart soft and mold-able.

Thank You GOD,
  -  for the times I haven't been able to control my circumstances.
     This has reminded me that You are all powerful and so mighty.

Thank You GOD,
  -  for those people in my life whom You have
     called home to be with You. Their absence
     from this earth keeps my heart longing for Heaven.

Thank You GOD,
  -  that I have an inheritance in the Heavenly places...
     Something that this world can never steal from me
     and I could never selfishly squander.

Thank You GOD,
  -  for the greatest gift You could ever give me:
     forgiveness through Your perfect Son's death,
     on the cross, on my behalf.

Thank You GOD,
  -  for the righteousness You gave me,
     through the death and resurrection of Jesus.
     A righteousness I could never earn nor attain on my own.


Thank You Father,
That You know me, You hear me, and You see my tears.
Remind me through difficult times that You are GOD,
You are on the throne, and You are eternally good.

And thank You, Lord, not only for my eternal salvation,
but for the salvation You give me every day of my life
as You save me from myself, my foolishness, my own limited insights,
and my frailties in light of Your power and strength.

As I be still before you Lord
and In the name of your son Jesus
I just want to say thank you Lord.

Amen


Friday, December 25, 2015

Jesus is the Reason for the Season (12.25.15)

From my family to yours, we wish everyone God's peace, joy and love on this very special day.

Remember, Jesus is the reason for the season.  As you worship with your faith community; and visit family, friends and loved ones - be sure to not only stop by God's house, but invite someone to worship with you.  Give to someone less fortunate.  Help those that many would pass by or turn their backs on.  Be a blessing to others. 

And never forget that on this day, God sent His only begotten Son.  Make it a point to celebrate the birth of Our Savior, "for where two or more are gathered...."

Know that our Lord would love to see and hear from you on this day, His day, CHRISTmas.

Merry Christmas!

  - Marilyn Chaney

Thursday, December 24, 2015

God Wants Our Faith to Grow Strong so that through Him, He can Send Us to do the Impossible (12.24.15)

My Child,
Have you ever wondered why I allow My Own to go through difficulties, that force them to put their faith and trust in Me?  Have you ever wondered why I don't just make it easy for you?  At times, you will experience bad situations and difficulties. However, you must trust and know that I already have a plan in place to deliver you from them, and to bring much glory to My Name in the process.

Everything you go through has a purpose. 

My Child, I want you to experience My Faithfulness personally. 
I want you to see My Mighty Deliverance in your life first-hand,
so that you know deep within yourself that I Am Faithful.

This will cause your faith to grow when you experience My Faithfulness in your own difficult situations.  I want your faith to grow strong so that I can begin to send you to do the impossible with Me.

I desire to work mighty wonders through you.
I desire to glorify My name in your life. 
I desire to do the same works through you,
that I did through My Disciples,
when they walked on this earth.

I want you to know My faithfulness so that you can step out
into My glory, and see My power and My anointing operate in your life.

You can trust Me, child of Mine, for I will not abandon you in your difficulty. 
I Will bring you through your trials and tribulations,
and I will work My Glory in your life.

I Am faithful. 

So, look to Me with eyes that are open to My Truth. 
Have faith in Me, and know that I Am faithful. 
I will deliver you from your bondage, just as I delivered Israel from Egypt.


Meditate on His Word:
Ecclesiastics 3:1 - To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:

Romans 8:16-18 - The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of GOD: And if children, then heirs; heirs of GOD, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together. For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.

Romans 8:28 - And we know that all things work together for good to them that love GOD, to them who are the called according to his purpose.

2 Corinthians 4:17 - For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory;


Wednesday, December 23, 2015

God has Us Fully Covered (12.23.15)

Faith Believers,
What a wonderful promise!
Not only will the Lord go before us,
but He will be our rear guard.

In other words, He is our defense behind us, to support and protect us, in all our ways, if we abide in Him. His Word says "Goodness and Mercy shall follow us." GOD has us fully covered.

Just as He went before the Children of Israel in their journeys, and was behind them to separate them from the enemy who pursued them; He is also there for us. Our Father will whisper words of Spirit and Truth to us, as we let Him lead us on the pathway of life.

And you will hear a voice behind you saying,
"This is the way, walk there in it."

Our minds can also be at peace, knowing that Jesus is leading the way and that His Spirit is also behind us. Christ is as a wall of fire about us and the enemy has no power to stop us on this Christian journey.

We do not have to understand everything God is doing.
We need only believe and trust in Him that all is well,
and that God, Our Father, is working all things out for our good.

The Lord will go before you, and the GOD of Israel will be your rear guard. - Isaiah 52: 12
I'm praying for you:
That the peace of GOD will flood your soul,
and send any fears holding you back - running.
So that the vision the Lord has given you,
will come to pass.

Thank GOD for what you have,
Trust GOD for what you need.
  -  Marilyn

Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Stand Strong & Believe in God's Word (12.22.15)

Beloved,
Resist the temptations that the devil brings,
to cause you to become discouraged.

Stand strong and believe in My Word.

Refuse to allow fear to undermine your faith and your ability to achieve and maintain emotional and mental stability. The first thing the enemy wants to attack is your mind.

Guard your mind by reading My Word and
spend quality time with Me daily.

The breakthrough that will follow this time of testing
will be well worth the effort that is necessary to overcome,
says the Lord.

John 16:33 - These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.

Faith Believers -  I'm praying that the peace of GOD will flood your soul, and send any fears holding you back, running; so that the vision the Lord has given you will come to pass.

Thank God for what you have,
Trust God for what you need.

  - Marilyn

Monday, December 21, 2015

It's a Wonderful Day to Be a Child of God!!! Today, Walk in His Victory & Assurance... (12.21.15)

Faith Believers,
It's a wonderful day to be a child of GOD!!
When was the last time you were told you could not do something?
When was the last time a friend, or an enemy, told you the assignment
was to difficult for someone like you to accomplish?

When was the last time man tried to break your spirit,
by taking away the very thing(s) you worked so hard for?

When was the last time the cares of this world
left you beaten, battered and bruised?
When was the last time you cried because
you could not understand what was going on?

When was the last time you needed a friend, or a family member, to encourage you in the Lord? When was the last time you had to encourage yourself?  Some times in life, there are times when we have more questions than answers.  Times when going on seems impossible.  Times when the evil doers seem to prosper and GOD's children stand by watching.

Have you been there? Are you there now?

Today, the Lord told  me to share this with you. There are times when situations arise that you were not prepared for. There are times when you may be caught off guard. However, just because it caught you off guard does not mean GOD was not aware. Every situation in your life is seen by the eyes of GOD. There are no hidden secrets or plans that GOD is not aware of in your life.

My friend, when man says "No...", GOD is not defeated. Just because someone set a trap for you does not mean GOD will fall in that trap. Just because someone hurt your feelings with harsh words does not mean it will work on the Lord. What am I saying to you? Simply this, the attacks that man will throw at you, will never work on the Lord. The Bible declares in Genesis 18:14 - Is any thing too hard for the LORD? At the time appointed I will return unto thee, according to the time of life ..   /

Man's denial of you, does not hinder GOD's approval of you.

GOD does not need man, but man definitely needs GOD.
If that blessing is yours, GOD will make sure you get it and no one can stop or hinder it.

My brother, my sister, today walk in the victory and assurance of GOD.
You are more than a conqueror in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Do not live your life hoping that man applauds or approves you. It is not necessary. It is not important. Only what you do for Christ will last anyway. When man says no.... GOD will say yes. The Bible declares in 1 Corinthians 1:27 - But GOD hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and GOD hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; Beloved, many things you accomplish today was not approved by man. Truthfully speaking, man did not think you could achieve it. But the Lord knows all that He has placed inside of you. There's an Anointing within you that is stirred up when others say you cannot do something.

You are divinely selected by the hand of GOD to accomplish great works.
When man says no... GOD is still in control.
Prayer for Today:
Father, help me to live my life to please and honor You.
Man's approval of me is not a necessity
because I live my life for You.
In Jesus' name .. ..
Amen!


Scripture Reading for Today: Isaiah 54:17
May God Bless you at Your point of need!

I'm praying that the peace of God will flood your soul,
and send any fears holding you back running,
so that the vision the Lord has given to you, will come to pass.

Thank God for what you have,
Trust God for what you need
 - Marilyn


Sunday, December 20, 2015

It is God's Plan to Bless You all the Days of Your Life & to Make You a Blessing to Those Around You (12.20.15)

My Child,
You must think, say and believe: "I will be successful and will not fail....." 

Simply follow My Word.
You are wondering about your future.
You think it looks bleak, but I tell you -
be like Isaac who planted during his time of drought
and reaped a rich harvest.

Likewise with you, If you listen to My Voice
and do as I tell you, I Will bless you and
give you success and prosperity.

It is My Plan to bless you all the days of your life
and to make you a blessing to those around you.

Many will look upon you in the days ahead and marvel at your GOD,
because they will know that it was I, the Lord your GOD, who did this.

Genesis 26:12-14 - Now Isaac sowed in that land and reaped in the same year a hundredfold. And the LORD blessed him, and the man became rich, and continued to grow richer until he became very wealthy; for he had possessions of flocks and herds and a great household, so that the Philistines envied him.

Remember this: There is nothing you will face today,
that the Lord can't bring you through.

Thank GOD for what you have,
Trust GOD for what you need.
     - Marilyn


Saturday, December 19, 2015

Matthew 25:23 - Giving God Credit where Credit is Due (12.19.15)

Keep your servant also from willful sins; may they not rule over me. Then I will be blameless, innocent of great transgression. - Psalm 19:13


The young athlete tearfully approached the podium to receive the first place prize. Holding it aloft, he thanked his coach, his parents, and his grandmother for supporting him, pushing him to achieve, and being there when he stumbled. Then his voice cracked with emotion: “Most of all I thank my Lord for endowing me with this talent.”


Faith Believers,
Many outstanding people will acknowledge those who helped them achieve their goals.

Pride and sin both have “I” in the middle.
It is so easy to take the credit for our accomplishments
and not acknowledge those who have assisted
and influenced us along the way.

As Christians, we should first and foremost give GOD credit where credit is due. If we truly believe GOD rules, then we should thank Him for equipping us to achieve what we are being applauded for doing. Otherwise, pride will slip in and that is a sin.

The world wants us to take the credit.
But what a testimony of faith if we tell them the Truth!

When we acknowledge GOD’s part in our accomplishments, then we give our Father the praise and glory that is due to Him. We should give Him the glory by letting others know we are willing to put forth every effort He has placed within us, to become what He created us to be. And up in Heaven, our Father nods and smiles as He says, “Well done, good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:23).
Prayer  ~
Dear Lord,
Help me to always stay focused on You,
as I accomplish the goals you have placed within me
to achieve Your Will in my life.

You have bestowed talents upon me that I want to glorify Your Kingdom with.
Let me always acknowledge You first, in whatever I achieve in this life.
Keep me Lord from the temptation of pride and
do not let my own sense of self-importance rule over my thoughts.

May I always give You praise and glory in everything,
because I know the things I have accomplished; and I know that
I could not have done those things without Your love and mercy.

I thank you Father. 
Amen.
The next time someone complements you on a job well done, who will get the credit?


Friday, December 18, 2015

Take Victory over Your Circumstances. Speak Life, Speak Blessings! (12.18.15)

My Child,
Do you understand how to take the victory over your circumstances? 

I have taught you how to be an overcomer. 
So, lift your eyes up and off your circumstances and onto Me.
Direct your gaze upward to Me. 
When you look up, you rise above your circumstances,
and they have no power over you. 
However, when you look at your circumstances,
instead of the things above, you are defeated.

This is the lesson I have taught My Church - victory comes by overcoming a negative report with the Word of the Lord.  I told you, that as you speak the Word, it brings life into lifeless circumstances. This is walking by faith and not by sight, and it’s what I expect from those who put their trust in Me, to do.

Although your 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 carry
is the weapon of your testimony?

The words you speak will either bring life or death, and that power is in the tongue.
Speak life and you will see life! 
Speak blessings into your life, not the things you don’t want. Don’t listen to the words of the enemy.  Destroy the works of the enemy by speaking forth the word of truth!

Nothing is too difficult for Me.  I say, NOTHING! 
Therefore, 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.

Now, check the words you speak. 
Do you speak words of life that reach into a 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. 
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 one of the greatest and most powerful weapons given to My Church.

So use it!


Meditate on His Word:
Proverbs 18:21 - Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.


Jeremiah 32:17 - Ah Lord GOD! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, and there is nothing too hard for thee:

Mark 11:23 - For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.

Romans 4:17 - (As it is written, I have made thee a father of many nations,) before him whom he believed, even GOD, who quickeneth the dead, and calleth those things which be not as though they were.

Revelations 12:11 - And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony;


Thursday, December 17, 2015

Stand on God's Word, Rise Up in the Power & the Freedom He has Given to You, and Give no Place to the enemy (12.17.15)

My Child,
Do not concern yourself with what you cannot see. 
Be strong and do not lose heart.  Refuse to give up. 
The enemy would have you to believe in hopelessness,
but he will not succeed as long as you maintain your position of hope. 

Stand on My Word and give no place to the enemy.  Call on Me, Stand on My Word and I will show you things - great and mighty things - which you did not know were possible. 

It is important that you keep your focus on the truth of My Word,
and do not give in to idle and negative talk from the enemy.

Beloved, rise up in the power and freedom that I’ve given you.  Refuse to allow anything to keep you from your Kingdom destiny.  Stay focused on Me and have faith. Believe that every Word I have spoken to you is true. Rebuke that hindering spirit of doubt, and ask in faith, believing that I have heard your prayers. 

And knowing that I have heard your prayers,
believe that that which you have asked, for shall come to pass,
and that you shall receive the blessings you have been believing Me for. 


Meditate on God's Word
Isaiah 26:3 - You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.

Jeremiah 33:3 - Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.

Hebrews 10:22-23 - Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)

1 John 5:14-15 - And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask anything according to his will, he heareth us: And if we know that he hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we desired of him.


Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Face Your Responsibilities, Knowing You have the Power to Overcome Anything the enemy sends Your Way (12.16.15)

My Child,
My yoke is easy and My burden is light, so why
do you add things to your burdens that I did not put there?
For I designed your path to be a walk
of faith and not one of struggling. 

I have not only given you a clear direction,
but I have also given you the strength you need to endure this journey.

Beloved, there will always be enemies to overcome and obstacles to move.  Each time you move one, you become stronger and you take the land, just like the Children of Israel took the land. However, do you remember what happened when they tried to take the land when I told them not to?  They were defeated.

I do not leave you weak and powerless My Child.
I have given you the power to overcome.
I have equipped you with great power from on high.
So face your responsibilities today, knowing that you
have the power to overcome anything the enemy sends your way.

Then together, we will go forward and take the land.

Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Be Still & Focus on the Path God has Shown You (12.15.15)

My Child,
Take My Hand and walk with Me this day.
Be still and know that I am GOD.
Do not be afraid but keep your gaze upon Me.
Listen to My Words and know that I Am with you.

Put your faith and trust in Me,
regardless of what you see with your eyes.
Let My Peace and Wisdom guide you throughout this day.

You are to walk as I walk, see as I see.
You must cling to Me and flow in My Spirit.

Be still and focus on the path that I have shown you.
Let your mind dwell on Me throughout the day.
Don’t focus on the enemy, and what he’s doing, he can’t harm you.

Why are you concerning yourself with what the enemy is doing?
Your mind should be on the things that matter to Me, for you are part of Me.

Be still and stand on what I have told you.


Meditate on God's Word:
Psalm 46:10 - Be still, and know that I am GOD: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth

Psalm 130:5 - I wait for the LORD, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope.

Psalm 86:11 - Teach me thy way, O LORD; I will walk in thy truth: unite my heart to fear thy name.

Monday, December 14, 2015

Believe that Which You have Prayed for Shall Come to Pass (12.14.15)

My Child,
I know the times and seasons in your life.
I know the timing of all things.
I also know that when I don’t move in the way
you think I should, you believe I don’t care.

Those thoughts were put in your mind by the enemy. You know they are all lies to convince you to give up on Me, and take matters into your own hands. You have not begun to imagine what I have for you. If I told you everything, you would have a hard time believing it; because it is greater than you can imagine. However, as a loving Father, I know when My Children need reassurance that they are not forgotten.

The greatest assurance I can give you is My Word.
Read it, meditate on it, then read it out loud.

Allow My Words to penetrate deep within your spirit.
Your eyes can see My Word, but your spirit needs to hear My Word.
Faith comes by hearing My Word.
It is your spirit that needs convincing,
that what I have spoken will come to pass.

I have the best in mind for you, and I’ve already worked things out for you.
Believe that which you have prayed for shall come to pass, and it will be done.

Now, what more can I say?


Meditate on God's Word:
Numbers 23:19 - GOD is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?

Mark 11:23 - For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith

John 14:1 - Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in GOD, believe also in me.

Romans 10:17 - So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of GOD.


Sunday, December 13, 2015

Trust God, Even when Your Circumstances "Appear" to Move in the Opposite Direction (12.13.15)

My Child,
You look at your own life and your circumstances,
and you feel as though I have forgotten or forsaken you.

You want to give up all hope for your future?
I know things may look impossible to you.
However, I don’t see them that way.

Where is your faith?
You have more faith in men, than you do in Me.
When will you start trusting Me with everything in your life?
Why can’t you trust Me when things
aren’t going the way you expected?

How do you know that I haven’t moved
something out of your way to help you?

It’s important that you trust Me, even when your circumstances seem to be moving in the opposite direction. I know My Directions may not make sense to you, for My Ways are not the world’s ways.

However, I Know what I Am doing, and I Know the timing of all things.
I Am the GOD of all power, and nothing is impossible for Me.
I will keep My Word to you.
Have faith in Me and in My faithfulness, instead of your circumstances and men.

Stand on My Word.
I will come through for you.


Meditate on God's Word:
Deuteronomy 31:6 - Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy GOD, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

Isaiah 55:9 - For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.

Mark 11:22 - And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in GOD.


Friday, December 11, 2015

Your Peace, Joy & Hope for Tomorrow are all in God's Word (12.11.15)

My Child,
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 are saying.
You must not be concerned with them.

Do not allow the voices of the world to draw you away from Me
and rob you of your peace. That will lead to confusion.

I have given you specific things that need your special touch,
so please attend to them.
You must remember My Words to you, and follow them.

Maintain your prayer times throughout the day.  Honor them and allow no more clutter to come between you and Me. I see so many things crowding your days, causing you to become frustrated and confused at times. Let Me remove those things out of your way. Stop, slow down and a take a look at your life, and rededicate it to Me.

Get your house back in order.
I Am either everything to you,
or I am nothing at all.

I do not 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 wisely.
Choose this day whom you will serve.

I pray you will continue to abide in My Word daily.
In My word, 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.


Meditate on His Word:
John 15:7 - If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you

Thursday, December 10, 2015

There are Times & Seasons for Everything. Even Sorrow has its Time to Be - Psalm 30:5 (12.10.15)

My Child,
No valley experience will go on forever.
Rest assured, I will not leave you in the valley forever.

Didn’t I say in My Word, “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death." I would never leave you in the valley to perish. I know how much you can endure. I promise you, I will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. I am a God of My Word. I am right there with you walking through the valley.

There are times and seasons for everything;
even sorrow has its time to be.

And you will see how your tears of sorrow
will be replaced with tears of joy when the test is over.

Take heart in knowing that joy is coming in the morning light and there will be an end to your problems. You are so close to breakthrough. You are closer than you think, do not give up now.

The breakthrough you seek; though it tarries, is not denied.
Never doubt that your breakthrough will come.

Begin now telling yourself,
“In the morning when I rise, there will be no more tears.
In the morning when I rise, there will be no more fears.
In the morning when I rise, everything will be all right.
In the morning when I rise, my darkness will be bright.
In the morning when I rise, all my troubles will be gone.
Because in the morning when I rise, awaits a bright new morn."

Yes, My Child, there will be an end.


Meditate on My Word:
Psalm 23:4 - Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Psalm 30:5 - For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. 

2 Corinthians 4:17-18 - For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Shout & Declare; Stand Firm & Walk; Rise Up in Boldness, for You have the Victory (12.9.15)

My Warriors, My Children,
This is the time to press into Me.
It is the time to get on your knees, and seek My Face like never before. 

This is the time to say no to the tricks and schemes of the enemy and declare war! Stand and walk in faith, and know that I Will bring you through the trial that you are facing.  Let your faith in Me arise, in the midst of the battle, and march forth. Declare war!

Yes, declare war and stand firm on My Word.
Put on the whole armor of GOD.

Shout and declare that I Am alive, and My Power and Authority are in you.  This is no time to be a victim of life's circumstances. You are a chosen generation, part of a royal kingdom, and I have established you, with My Authority, to overcome.

I Am bigger and greater than any obstacle
that may come across your paths.

The battle is before you, and it’s time to forget about the disappointments
and the things that discouraged you in the past.
Learn from those difficult times, and refuse to go down in defeat. 
Rise up in boldness and authority, and march throughout the land.
Proclaim who you are in Christ Jesus,
and your enemies will be defeated as you shout forth My Name. 

This is the season to fight and recover all that was lost,
and do not stop until you have recovered all that was lost.

My Fearless One - I have given you the authority and boldness to speak to the mountains and defeat the giants standing in your way.  Fight the good fight of faith.  Go forth and possess the land which I promised you, and accomplish what I called you to do. 

I have already prepared the way. 
So, arise mighty warrior, and walk through the land
in the length of it and in the breadth of it,
and it shall be yours.

Shout victory now!

Yes, you have victory in Me.


Meditate on His Word:
Genesis 13:17 - Arise, walk through the land in the length of it and in the breadth of it; for I will give it unto thee.

Deuteronomy 1:8 - Behold, I have set the land before you: go in and possess the land which the LORD sware unto your fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, to give unto them and to their seed after them.

Ephesians 6:10-11 - Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of GOD, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.

1 Timothy 6:12 - Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.

1 Peter 2:9 - But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:


Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Keep Moving, Keep Praising and Keep Lifting Up God's Name (12.8.15)

My Child,
You have come to a place in your life
where you cannot turn around,
and you cannot see how to go forward.

You are at the Red Sea of your life.

I have not brought you this far to leave you. I brought you into the wilderness, and I will lead you out. Lift your head high and praise Me. Praise Me until the Red Sea in your life opens. Walk.  Walk on through.  Do not be afraid. I have not brought you this far to leave you. Lo, I Am with you always, even until the end of the earth. I will not allow the waters to overtake thee.

Be not afraid Beloved, for I Am with you.

I Am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end.
I have power over all things, so trust Me
with all of your heart, mind, body and soul.

I will turn your defeat into victory, your tears into joy, and your cries into praise. All you have to do is keep moving, keep praising, and lift up My Name. You must push through; you must keep moving; you must not stop. Your Red Sea has a purpose in your life. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil.

Child of Mine, lift your head high and praise Me.

Praise Me until the Red Sea in your life, opens.


Meditate on God's Word: Psalms 23

~  My Prayer Confession  ~
Heavenly Father,
I stand at the red sea - lifting up my head
and praising You, as the way opens up before me.

Lord, I thank You that I can
walk through my storm on dry land.

You are an AWESOME GOD!

I lift my head up high as I praise You
in the midst of my storm because I know
that YOU ARE IN CONTROL
of the storm, sea, wind, and rain.

I give you all the PRAISE LORD!
Amen.  Amen.  Amen!!!


Monday, December 7, 2015

Jesus is More than Able to Resurrect Everything in Your Life; and To Speak New Life into Every Dead Area of Your Life (12.7.15)

Beloved,
Do not grieve any longer over what you’ve lost,
because all is not lost.

Believe in what I Am saying and find fresh hope and strength in My Words. I Am very much aware of what you’ve been going through. I’ve not forgotten where you are. You are in the palm of My Hands, and I Am more than able to resurrect everything in your life.

I know that you may be upset because I did not move when you expected Me to move, and you experienced a setback. However, your setback is part of the blessing that’s coming your way. I don’t always move when you expect Me to move, but I Am never late. Moving on My Time always brings the greatest glory to the situation, and to My Father.

Remember Lazarus? They said I if had been there, Lazarus would not have died. They didn’t understand that My timing in this was to strengthen their faith in Me and to glorify My Father. So, it is with you.

You’re losing faith and hope in who I Am, and what I can do.
My timing will strengthen your faith.
Watch as I bring resurrection to that which was dead.
I speak new life into every dead area of your life.
You shall live and not die.

You shall live to declare the works of the Lord.


Meditate on The Word:
Psa 130:5 - I wait for the LORD, my soul doth wait, and in his word do I hope.

John 11:40-42 - Jesus saith unto her, Said I not unto thee, that, if thou wouldest believe, thou shouldest see the glory of GOD? Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead was laid. And Jesus lifted up his eyes, and said, Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me. And I knew that thou hearest me always: but because of the people which stand by I said it, that they may believe that thou hast sent me.

Psa 118:17 - I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD.

Saturday, December 5, 2015

Slow Down, Listen, Stop, Pray & Align with My Will; For We've Got Work to Do (12.5.15)

My Child,
You must slow down.
You’re on the verge of being overwhelmed.

The unsettling events happening in your life are causing your mind to jump from one situation to another, and you aren’t getting anything resolved. You’re not taking time to think things through before you move onto something else.

Listen… stop and pray. Yes, stop and pray. Find a quiet place where you can collect your thoughts, then get your thoughts and plans together, and see if they line up with My Will. If you don’t, you will continue to run around in confusion.

Surrender it all unto Me.
I will help you bring order to the confusion in your life.

When you surrender all to Me, you are choosing to put Me first in your life. Haven’t I said to seek My Kingdom first, and all shall be added unto you? Don’t allow yourself to grow weary in praying and calling on My Name, for the prayers of the righteous availeth much.

And surely I will answer, I will not delay.
I will break through the obstacles standing in your way, to get a Word to you.
Now, what are you waiting for?

Stop and pray.
For we’ve got work to do.


Meditate on God's Word:
Matthew 6:33 - But seek ye first the kingdom of GOD, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Luke 18:1 - And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;

Galatians 6:9 - And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.

James 5:16 - Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.


Friday, December 4, 2015

Learn to Move as God Moves. Quiet Your Mind, Rest & Listen. (12.4.15)

My Child,
I know My silence doesn’t please you,
but there is always a reason and a lesson to learn from My stillness. 

When I Am silent, that is when I want your attention the most.  That is when I want you to set yourself apart from the cares of the day, and spend time with Me in My Word -- and just talk to Me.  That’s when I want you to quiet your mind, and listen.

When you are quiet, I can share with you
what you need to know, and prepare you for your next step. 

Do not expect Me to always yell or bring My Word in a mighty storm to get your attention.  There are times that I will be quiet.  I will be still.  And I will wait for you to notice Me.  I will wait for you to seek My Face.  And listen for My Still Small Voice.

I know you don’t realize this, but resting
and listening to My Voice is part of your preparation. 

This must be done, so you will learn to move as I move. 

Simply quiet your spirit - listen, and be prepared for the door that I Am opening in your life.  And please, while you are waiting before Me, do not call our quiet time together "wasted time."  Cherish it, because I do not waste one second of anyone's time.  Your waiting gives Me a chance to minister to you and to pour out a refreshing wind over your life.  When you are still before Me, I will turn your stillness into a time of rejoicing and praising My Holy Name.

I know waiting is hard for you, and often times it doesn’t feel pleasant.  However, as you wait, use this time to strengthen your prayer life and meditate on My Word.  Praying and reading My Word will humble you, and put your heart in perfect peace. Your mind will be filled with thoughts of Me, and these thoughts will destroy the anxiousness you feel.

Do not worry about My silence. 
Do not worry about anything.
Place it all in My Hands.
Be still, and know WHO I AM. 


MEDITATE ON HIS WORD:
1 Kings 19:12 - And after the earthquake a fire; but the LORD was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice.

Psalm 46:10 - Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.

Isaiah 26:3 - Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

1 Peter 5:6-7 - Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of GOD, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Matthew 6:31-33 - Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat?or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? (For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. But seek ye first the kingdom of GOD, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.


Thursday, December 3, 2015

Know that God is Always at Work in Your Circumstances (12.3.15)

My Child,
I know things appear overwhelming at times.

There are times when you feel you can't keep on holding on and you just want to give up. I will strengthen you in those times, Child of Mine, for you are precious to Me. Remember that the way things appear, is not always the way they really are. Things will often look out of control or helpless from man's perspective, because I don't show My Children all that I Am doing. 

Know that I Am always at work in your circumstances.  To turn them into My glory, just as I have promised in My Word.

Beloved, I often choose not to show you all that I Am doing behind the scenes. 

The reason for this is because I want to train you to walk in faith, and trust Me. I want you to know deep down in your innermost being that I Am trustworthy, and I want you to place your trust fully in Me. 

Do you know how it blesses Me when you don't have a solution to a serious problem, yet you choose to trust Me and to allow Me to saturate you in My Peace? Child, that type of trust is so precious to My Heart, and I will not fail those who trust in Me. 

I Am faithful and I will demonstrate My faithfulness to you over and over again.

When difficulties appear to overtake you, I will make a way out for you.
It may not be exactly what you expect, but it will definitely be what you need.
You must trust Me and never, never give up.
For I will surely see you through.



John 16:33 - These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.


Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Do Not Let Fear Control You. Look Beyond the Discouragement You Face... and have Faith! (12.2.15)

My Child,
I see what’s before you.  And I Am asking you to look beyond the discouragement that you face, and have faith. Do not fear what you see, and do not give into intimidation from the enemy. Continue to stand on My Word, believing that I will come through.

If you can see it through the Eyes of Faith, you will know that it is only a temporary condition, and you will move past it. Then you would see, that I Am in control of all that you see around you.  And all of it will work for your good.

Fear not and just trust Me.

When you allow fear to take control,
you’re telling Me that you don’t have faith
in the provisions that I have made for you.

If only you could see and understand what lies before you from My Perspective - you would not fear or worry. You would know that I Am faithful, and I will deliver you. Besides, does fear and worrying produce any good benefits for you? No, they don’t. Therefore, do not allow the enemy to intimidate you or cause you to fear anymore.

My Child, why is it easier for you to believe that you won’t succeed,
than it is for you to rest in knowing that your victory is assured?

Aren’t you tired of the enemy telling you what you cannot do? Well then, open your mouth and let him know what you can do through my Son, Christ Jesus. Let the enemy know that you are more than a conqueror, and that his weapons of fear and intimidation won’t prosper against you.

Fear not, resist what he is trying to do,
and refuse to allow anything to stop you.

It is time to take control over
what the enemy is trying to make you believe.

You will get the Victory!


MEDITATE ON HIS WORD:
Isaiah 41:13 - For I the LORD thy GOD will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.

Isaiah 54:17 - No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, saith the LORD.

Romans 8:37 - Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.

2 Corinthians 4:18 - We do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal.

Tuesday, December 1, 2015

In God's Name, in His Power, the Impossible will be Done. God Is Able. (12.1.15)

My Child,
I have called you to stand high above your circumstances.  
I have called you to stand on top of your mountains,
not lie buried beneath them. 

I want you to stand on your mountain and shout out that “I will overcome, for My God is able to give Me much more than this."  You don’t need to stand up in your own strength to try and overcome your situation.  You have Me, your covenant partner, and I Will supply the strength you need.  

Together in My name, in My power, the impossible will be done.

It does not matter how you feel. 
It does not matter what you are going through right now,
I want you to know this is not the end of you. 

Say it, “THIS IS NOT THE END OF ME”. 

Take My Hand, put your trust in Me, and walk into your new beginning. 
Do not worry about the things you see with your eyes. 
Do not worry about the things coming against you. 

Put your trust completely in Me,
and believe that I Am Able to give you much more than this.

When you feel your way has gotten too hard,
and you can’t take another step, lean on Me. 
I will pick you up and carry you through.

You’re a little weary right, aren’t you? Go ahead, lean on Me for strength.  Let Me do what you cannot do.  I will pull you out of the fire, blow a calming breeze over your life, and put your feet on a steady path. 

I Am Able to give you much more than this. 

So, no matter what your situation is right now,
I want you to know this one thing,
I love you and I will never leave you. 
I have 'life more abundantly' planned for you.

Shake off those grave clothes and the things that weigh you down. 
Grab hold of My Hand and allow My Joy to come into your life. 

Once you allow that to happen, The Light will shine
and you will know that I Am Able to deliver you. 

You will know that I Am Able to do the impossible.
You will know that I Am Able to restore all that you have lost.
And you will know that I Am Able to give you much more than this. 


MEDITATE ON HIS WORD:
2 Chronicles 25:9 - And Amaziah said to the man of GOD, But what shall we do for the hundred talents which I have given to the army of Israel? And the man of GOD answered, The LORD is able to give thee much more than this.

John 10:10 - The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.

Ephesians 3:20 - Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,


December Cover Photo (2015)