Monday, February 29, 2016

Move with the Flow of God's Spirit... & Just Ask. (2.29.16)

My Child,
Refuse to be stressed out over the things you must accomplish.
Refuse to allow the enemy to make you think that
you must walk this journey alone.

The enemy would delight in overwhelming you with the details of what lies ahead of you. As I made the sun stand still, so Joshua could win his battle; so shall I be with you. I will stretch your time and create a level of efficiency that will amaze you. In My Name, I want you to move with the flow of My Spirit. And when things get difficult or even seem to be impossible, take a moment to sit at My feet to hear from Me before you move again.

Ask, and I will give you wisdom and divine inspiration for your next step. 

Never again will you walk alone. 

I will always be by your side leading and guiding you.
My promises are true.

This walk is one that I ordained, so we will do it together.

It was you who thought it had to be in your own strength.
Come to Me when you need encouragement for the journey,
and you will find it.
Wisdom is there for the asking.
I promise to give to all who ask.

Just ask My child, just ask.





Read and Meditate on His Word:
Psalm 51:6 - Behold, thou desirest truth in the inward parts: and in the hidden part thou shalt make me to know wisdom. 

Proverbs 2:6-7 - For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding. He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly. 

James 1:5-6 - If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of GOD, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that 
wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

 

Sunday, February 28, 2016

Always Stand on God's Word & Concern Yourself Only with Things of God's Kingdom (2.28.16)

Beloved,
Never become deeply concerned about man's opinion of you;
instead concern yourself with things of My Kingdom.

Who is man that you should be mindful of him?

I created every living thing in this world including man and there is nothing man can do to you that I will not see or hear. I Am an all knowing and all seeing GOD!!! Pray for those who outwardly smile at you, but harbor in their heart bitterness, hatred and jealousy. Trust Me beloved, I will not leave you in their hands. Instead of being angry, pray for these souls; that the Lord will deliver them from these spirits sent to them by the enemy.

Always stand on My Word, regardless of how man schemes and plans things against you.
Stand on My Word when man deliberately says things to offend you.

Never give man the power to validate you, I Am the only one you should be concerned with validating your life. Remember you are beautifully and wonderfully made in My image.

Again, who is man that you should be mindful of him?

Trust in the Lord and He will protect you from your enemy and reveal your enemy to you. Pray for your enemy and love them the way the Lord has loved all of His children. The Lord said we should love one another the way He has loved us. The Word Of GOD says the Lord will repay evil deeds in His timing and however He chose.


 
Read and Meditate on His Word:
Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Psalm 118:8 - It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man. 

Hebrews 12:1-3 - Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race GOD has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside GOD’s throne.  Think of all the hostility he endured from sinful people; then you will not become weary and give up. (NLT)


 

Friday, February 26, 2016

God is Your Provider & Protector. Continue to Trust in Him and Do Not Give Up. (2.26.16)

My Child,
Worry will get you nowhere.
Quiet yourself, and allow Me to give you peace
and bring restoration to your troubled soul.
 

When you are in turmoil, it’s a sign that you are paying more attention to the situations, rather than trusting Me. Now is certainly not the time to allow frustration to rear its ugly head.

Continue to trust in Me and do not give up.
You are on the brink of your breakthrough,
so, refuse to give in to frustration.

Trust Me to do what I promised to do. I am your Jehovah Jireh, your Provider.


Do not be afraid when you see this world in total disarray. Yes, I know about the economy and the other things going on in this world. However, you are not bound by the economy of man; nor should you be worried about what's going on in this world.  

You are under My anointed economy and the things of this world must take place according to My Word. Beloved, my supply is endless and you will surely have what you need, when you need it.

Stand strong and keep trusting.
Keep the faith! 


I AM YOUR PROVIDER AND PROTECTOR!

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If you are struggling right now remember this, GOD will provide. 
It may not be in the way you think it should be, but GOD always provides.
  -  Marilyn
 

Read and Meditate on His Word:
Genesis 22:14 - So Abraham called that place The LORD Will Provide. And to this day it is said, "On the mountain of the LORD it will be provided." (NIV)

Philippians 4:19
- But my GOD shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

 

Thursday, February 25, 2016

Sharing Our Faith with Our Neighbors (2.25.16)

Moses said to the Lord, “O Lord, I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since you have spoken to your servant. I am slow of speech and tongue.” The Lord said to him, “Who gave man his mouth? Who makes him deaf or mute? Who gives him sight or makes him blind? Is it not I, the Lord? Now go; I will help you speak and will teach you what to say. - Exodus 4:10-12

Faith Believers,
There are lots of reasons why we don’t share our faith with our neighbors. But one of the main reasons is that we are just too afraid. And our fear may come from a notion that sharing our faith puts us in a position of too much responsibility, more than we can handle. We don’t feel capable of helping GOD to bring another soul into His Kingdom. Some of us really believe that it’s up to us alone to bring our neighbors into a personal relationship with GOD.

I'm sure at some point in your life you have felt the need to share the good news of Jesus with your neighbor, but always remember who takes the ultimate responsibility for your neighbor’s response. It’s not you. The One responsible for the miracle of new life is GOD and only Him.

Through His Holy Spirit, GOD is already at work in the heart of your neighbor. And GOD is already at work in you. Your job is simply to be available as the voice box for the words the Holy Spirit will give you to speak.

You aren’t the one who will change your neighbor’s heart.
You aren’t the one who will cause him or her to cross the line
from disbelief to believing in Jesus.
That’s GOD’s job.
He simply invites you to work alongside Him.

Praise GOD, by letting him know how thankful you are that He is in control.
GOD is the One who gave you your mouth, your mind, your eyes, your ears.
GOD is the One who has a perfect plan for your life
and for the lives of your neighbors.

Ask GOD to calm your fears and settle your anxieties
about sharing with your neighbor.
Ask Him to give you the words to speak. Thank GOD that He loves you and your neighbor
more than any of us could ever imagine.

The Lord’s desire is to share eternity with us.
He has done everything necessary to make that possible.
 -  Marilyn


Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Favor Does Not Prevent Suffering (2.24.16)

The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are attentive to their cry. - Psalm 34:15 (NIV) 

Faith Believers,
You might be surprised to learn that those whom GOD favors, sometimes experience pain and suffering. We might not understand it, but GOD shows His favor and His love in many different ways.

Jesus instructed His followers, Do not store up treasures here on earth - Matthew 6:19; and the Bible instructs GOD’s people, If your wealth increases, don’t make it the center of your life - Psalm 62:10.   Israel’s King David suffered physical hardship when he was persecuted by Saul. GOD also allowed Apostle Paul to experience physical pain. Paul received divine revelation and wrote many books in the New Testament.

Just like Paul’s physical pain, GOD does not always fix every hardship in your life.

Even when you pray, He may choose to use your trials
and tribulations so that His glory and strength
can be seen by all people around you.

Since GOD works For the good of those who love GOD and are called according to His purpose - Romans 8:28. He can choose to bless you with things that should always be used for His purpose and should bring glory to His Name. Our focus should not be on our comfort or worldly things; but on the things of the Lord.

When we focus on GOD, we can use whatever He gives us,
whether it’s health, material things or physical ailments
to give Him glory.

GOD will provide everything we need to accomplish His will.
You do not need perfect health nor lots of wealth to do His will.

Jesus didn’t even have a place to lay his head but He still accomplished GOD’s perfect will.

Always seek the kingdom of GOD above everything else and He will give you everything you need, when you need it. Remember, GOD’s favor does not mean all your expectations will be met. His favor will help you give Him the glory in good and bad situations.
  -  Marilyn

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

.... But As for Me & My Household, We Will Serve the Lord (2.23.16)

But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods of your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord. - Joshua 24:15

Faith Believers,
Sometimes the Christian life is often downright hard. 
Putting others first, forgiving offenses, confessing and
confessing sins repeatedly, giving away money happily,
 not conforming to worldly things.

Following Jesus means challenge upon challenge. 
It means swimming against the current.
There is a lot of joy too, but sometimes doing things
my way seems a whole lot easier.

But today’s message brings to light a choice all of us must make, "choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve."


Will you devote your time and energy to the gods of our culture or to the one true living GOD?

Most of us have never worshiped an actual physical idol, but the idols of our hearts can be many. To identify these idols all you have to ask is, what am I placing my trust and faith in, over who the Lord is and what He has promised? Whose approval is more important to me than GOD’s?

The answers to those questions will reveal what we need to get rid of in our lives, and how we need to re-prioritize things, in order to keep Jesus in the center of our life.

Choose today whom you will serve.
  - Marilyn


 -  Prayer  -
“As for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.”
Jesus, I choose today to place You in the center of my life and home.

Please reveal to me the areas of my life where I am serving false gods
through the worshiping of material things and worldly desires.

I know and believe in my heart, that only You
can meet my needs and those of my family.

Help me and my loved ones to remain focused on You,
God our Father, and the things that represent you.

In Your Name, Jesus I pray.
Amen


 

Monday, February 22, 2016

The Victory is Yours, March Forward in Authority & Receive Your Blessing!! (2.22.16)

My Child,
Keep your mind on Me, not on your situations,
and stop worrying over what you see. 

If you put on the helmet of Salvation, your mind
will be trained to think of things above, and not beneath. 
Your mind will be trained to think of Me, and to seek My face.  

You will realize I’ve been moving you towards the new blessings that I have for you. 
Oh, look to Me now and trust Me to get you through this situation.

Stand on My Word!!! 
Seek Me and walk in My authority.  
Sound the battle cry and march throughout the land. 

The giants and mountains in your life will be defeated as you arise in faith.  Your enemies will flee from you as you shout forth the victory in their face.  Keeping your mind on Me, you shall come through every storm and every battle, for you will know that I AM with you.  Proclaim it right now by faith, that you are more than a conqueror in the name of Jesus.  Yes, proclaim by faith that you have the victory!

The victory is yours, now march forward, in authority, to receive your blessing!





Read and Meditate on His Word:
Deuteronomy 10:11 - And the LORD said unto me, Arise, take thy journey before the people, that they may go in and possess the land, which I sware unto their fathers to give unto them.

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

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

 

Sunday, February 21, 2016

Strength, Trust & Faith. It's Time to Believe in God for Yourself (2.21.16)

My Child,
You find it easy to speak faith and belief in My promises for others;
however, you cannot see the wealth of opportunities that await you. 
Beloved, just as you stand, believe, and prophesize over the lives of others,
I want you to do the same for your life.

It's time that you start believing, and acting, upon the words of faith that you’ve spoken over
 others, to change their lives. Take the initial step to move where your heart is leading you, and I will do the rest. You know deep down in your heart that I can do all things and that nothing is impossible for Me to accomplish.

You've always had strength, trust and faith to believe that I could do the impossible in the lives of those you interceded for; now show Me you have enough strength, trust and faith to believe I can do the same for you.

My child, I am no respecter of persons, and what I’ve done for others I will do for you. 

It’s time you believe in Me for yourself.


 
Read and Meditate on His Word:
Mark 11:22 - And Jesus answering saith unto them, Have faith in GOD.

John 20:29 - Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed.

Philippians 2:12 - Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.

Acts 10:35 - Then Peter opened his mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that GOD is no respecter of persons. 

Friday, February 19, 2016

God Wants to Remind You, Fear Not Any Battle (2.19.16)

My Child,
I hear you crying out to Me like never before,
and I am telling you today it is My desire
to speak the very words you need to hear. 

Come into My presence now and fellowship with Me for a while. 
Let us commune together, for I have many things I want to share with you;
and there are some things I need to bring to your remembrance.


I want to remind you not to fear any battle. 
This battle is already won.

It is time for My people to stand up and take their rightful place in My Kingdom.  Because of My Victory, your victory is assured. 

You cannot lose, unless you choose not to press
your way through or you choose not to stand
and fight because the way is too tough.


I have given you weapons for the battle. 
I’ve covered you with My armor. 
You're under the protection of My Blood,
and My sword will cut through anything that's not of Me. 

These weapons are mighty and will
pull down
every stronghold coming against you.

So use what I have given you.


I also want to remind you that I am covering you with My Mercy and Grace.  Therefore, I want you to approach My Throne with boldness and joy in your heart; because everything affecting you begins and ends with My mercy. Before My throne is where you will receive My Help in your time of need.  You were saved by My mercy and you shall remain My child, in whom I will delight.

Spend time with Me so I can remind you
that you are an overcomer and that
the battle is already won. 


  
Read and Meditate on His Word
Psalm 20:6 - Now this I know: The LORD gives victory to his anointed.  He answers him from his heavenly sanctuary with the victorious power of his right hand.

2 Corinthians 4:16-18 - For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. 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. 

2 Timothy 2:1 - Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Hebrews 4:16 - So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious GOD. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.


 

Thursday, February 18, 2016

This is God's Time. Focus on Him, Allow His Grace to See You Through Trials. Do not Worry. Praise Him & Trust! (2.18.16)

My Child,
There is so much that I want to do in your life. 
So many things I want to say. 
You must focus your attention on Me and only Me.

This is My time, and I want to be glorified in your life. Allow My Grace to take you through each trial and tribulation.  Face those trials and tribulations - knowing that it is just a test.  A test that I Am allowing, in order to perfect those things in you that must be strengthen.

Yes, I know you have cried out to Me over and over again,
and I want you to know not one tear has been wasted. 


As you begin to praise Me in this season, watch what I will do with those tears. 
Do not worry about your circumstances. 
Just trust in Me, knowing that I will hold you firmly
in My arms as you go through this test. 


Oh
 My child, I am a jealous GOD, therefore place nothing before Me. 
When you worry about your problems, you place them before Me. 
When you worry, you are telling Me that you do not trust Me to see you through.

I Am allowing things to take place in your life for a reason.
There is nothing going on in your life that I do not know about.
Nothing catches Me by surprise.

I Am an all knowing, all seeing and all hearing GOD;
so beloved, use this testing time to lift up My Name and praise Me.

Praise Me and trust in My Grace. 



Read and Meditate on His Word:
2 Corinthians 12:9 - And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.  

2 Timothy 2:1 - Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.

Hebrews 4:16
- So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious GOD. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most. 


Wednesday, February 17, 2016

God Speaks to Us (2.17.16)

Faith Believers,
Often it is a quiet whisper, a gentle nudge, a hunch I might have.
As I look back at my journey, I remember the places where the Lord has spoken to me, guiding me and encouraging me to press on.

Maybe I haven't always listened to that "Still Small Voice," but He has been there the whole time, speaking Words of encouragement to my spirit.

Our Father speaks to those who have an ear to hear Him, meaning those who want to do His Will and obey His Word. When you faithfully seek the Lord, He will faithfully come into your life. When you spend time before the Lord in prayer and quietness, He will speak to your soul. He will place in your heart and mind the answers to the things you have asked Him direction for.

The Holy Spirit will also reveal answers to you, which could be spoken to you by another person or simply by other means, that might not be apparent to those who do not follow Christ.

Take time today to sit still before the Lord
and listen for His "Still Small Voice."
   - Marilyn

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Taking Inventory of the Words You Speak at Home (2.16.16)

A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. - Proverbs 15:1

Faith Believers,
Words, and how they’re said, set the tone in our homes. 

Have you ever stopped to listen to the tone in your home lately? I did. I listened to those around me and I paid close attention to what came out of my own mouth. I saw some patterns that were good and others that I didn’t like.

Taking inventory of the words spoken in our homes is a good exercise, especially when we include ourselves. Sometimes we don’t even realize what has crept in or what is missing. Tones of disapproval, sarcasm, or annoyance can warp the words we say and impact the way they are received, often creating an edge of hostility.

This family taped a picture of a sword and a band-aid to the refrigerator door to remind their family that their words can bring either hurt or healing. They can sting and cut or they can strengthen and build. Words are very powerful. The tones they are spoken in imply so much. A soft answer can turn away anger, but harsh words can stir it up. Words and tones create the atmosphere in your home. Start with yourself and watch the results. Monitor the words and the tone of those words  spoken in your home for this is another avenue used by the enemy to tear apart families.
 - Marilyn

Father GOD,
In these hurried and changing times, I want our home
to be an oasis where my family can refuel
to face the challenges of the day.

Please help me to be aware of my words.
Help me to inventory the words and tones in our home
and to become the change agent to move the bar higher.

I want my home to be a reflection of You Father
and I need Your help, Lord.
Remind me to speak softly and kindly
and to be mindful of the words and tones spoken;
which has the potential to change the atmosphere in our home.

Thank You, Lord. I ask this in the name of Jesus,
Amen.


Monday, February 15, 2016

Know in Your Heart, All Things are Working Together for Your Good (2.15.16)

My Child,
There is someone trying to enter your life,
someone I don’t want you to ever spend time with.

They have been trying to gain access to you for a while now, and they are on a mission to wear you down. Do not let them in. Do not open that door.  Because if you do, you may not be able to recover from their visit.

Who am I talking about?
I am talking about Mr. Failure.

He’s been lurking around for sometime now, and he sees that you have been feeling sorry for yourself. He is just waiting for the moment you open the door, so he can convince you that you are right. He wants to spend time with you. He wants to take control and remind you of your mistakes, trying to convince you there is nothing you
can do about you have done. If you open the door and let him in, he will bring along his friends - disappointment and self-pity. And if you let them in, they will only cause you to sink deeper into the muck and mire of defeat.

Do not open that door!

The only way to keep them out is to seal your door with the blood of Christ.
Yes, plead the blood over your life and all that pertains to you.

Then in the Name of Jesus, plead the blood against these evil spirits; so that no matter how hard they try to come in - the blood of Jesus will send them away.

Stop allowing your mind to entertain thoughts of defeat and failure.
You've made mistakes, you've stumbled and fell;
but Beloved, all have sinned and fallen short to the glory of GOD.

The real failure will be in not getting back up
and overcoming what you have endured.
Do not let Mr. Failure ruin your life.
Don’t you know who you are?
You are a child of the most high GOD and you are more
than a conqueror through My Son, Christ Jesus.

Therefore, no weapon formed against you shall prosper

Now, get up from your place of mourning
and seal that door with the blood of Jesus.

Put your trust in Me while releasing this unwanted guest into My Hands.

Receive My Peace, and trust that I will take care of all that pertains to you.

Have faith that I will work things out, knowing in your heart
that all things are working together for your good.

Sunday, February 14, 2016

The Importance of Looking at Ourselves through God's Mirror (2.14.16)

My Child,
Each day you look in your mirror to see how you look.
Oftentimes you don’t notice the beauty that I’ve imparted into your life. 
You see only the negative things about yourself -
the wrinkles, dark circles, blemishes, and imperfections. 
You don’t take the time to see the joy, beauty or
the marvelous workmanship that I so lovingly poured into you.

Well, I too have a mirror, and I want you to look into My mirror.  My mirror won’t show you what’s on the outside.  You see, 
man looks on the outward appearance, but what I want you to see is on the inside - your beautiful spirit. My mirror doesn’t show you the negative things, but rather the positive things.  My child, I always look at the positive things in you, and I see things that you often do not see.  I see things that are positive and good; and throughout your day, I send reminders to you to keep your spirit lifted.

My child, I want you to see yourself as I see you. 
I want you to see the beauty that’s inside of you,
beauty that you may not realize is there. 

I want you to see the potential and the possibilities that you carry inside of you; so that you can reach out to others. What I have imparted
in you, was meant to be a blessing, not only to you, but to all those around you.  

When you give out in love and care for others, 
I will bless you far more than you ever dreamed of.

So, now do you see the importance of looking in My mirror?  Come, and let Me reveal all the beauty that you’ve kept hidden.  Then you will be able to go out and use that beauty to be a blessing to My Kingdom.  And soon you will no longer focus on the negative or the problems; for you will be walking a life of joy and favor, as you see the beautiful things that I have put in your life.



 Read and Meditate on His Word:
1 Samuel 16:7 - But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.

Isaiah 35:5 - Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf shall be unstopped. 

Psalm 34:15 - The eyes of the LORD are upon the righteous, and his ears are open unto their cry. 



Friday, February 12, 2016

Aligning My Heart with the Truth of God's Word (2.12.16)

As you pray, in the midst of whatever trial you presently find yourself, choose to worship GOD for who He is.  - Marilyn

 ~  Prayer  ~
Father,
How desperately I need Your help in aligning my heart, with the truth of Your Word.

With my mouth, I say that You are in the midst of all difficulties in my life, working them together for my good; but the unease in my heart says otherwise. Help me, O GOD!

By the power of Your Spirit at work in me, change my heart!
Remove fear and make me fearless.
Remove timidity and make me bold for Your Kingdom.
Remove doubt and unbelief; and increase my faith.

For I will remember Your deeds Lord and the miracles You have performed in my life. I will meditate on all of Your Works and think about the many mighty things You have done for me.

This day and forever I will worship You alone,
I will not bow to any other god.

Because You are my GOD, my refuge and strength, I will not fear;
even though trouble may seem to surround me.

Because of Your great love for me, I know You will rescue me.
You will protect me, be with me and deliver me.
Because You are my GOD, and You have redeemed me and called me by name;
I know You will be with me as I pass through the waters of adversity -
knowing that I will not drown.

The fiery trials of sickness, loneliness, financial instability,
and other things the enemy may send my way
will not over take me!

For You are the Lord my GOD, the Holy One of Israel, my Savior.
Therefore, I will praise You, O Lord, with all my heart.

I will tell of all Your wonders.
I will be glad and rejoice in You, and sing praises to Your Name.

For my hope is in Your unfailing love that is at work on my behalf for my good and to make me more like Jesus.  In the beautiful name of the One who died to make me Yours whose name is Jesus Christ!

I pray this prayer to you Father.
Amen.


Scripture Reflections:
Romans 8:28  ;   Isaiah 29:13  ;   Isaiah 41:10  ;   2 Timothy 1:7;
Mark 9:24  ;   Psalm 77:10-15  ;   Daniel 3:16-18  ;   Psalm 91:14-15;
Isaiah 41:1-3  ;   Psalm 9:1-2  ;   Psalm 33:18  ;   Romans 8:28


Thursday, February 11, 2016

Trusting God at ALL Times (2.11.16)

My Child,
You must trust Me at all times, not just when things are going well.
You have to trust Me when you cannot see your next step.
I promised that I would see you through,
now you must trust Me to keep My Word.

The day is coming when your mourning will turn into laughter, when your sorrow will turn into joy. I have not forgotten the trials and the circumstances surrounding you. I have not forgotten your tears. I Am the Lord your God, Abba, Father - and I see all, know all, and hear all.

When the storm rises, remember, these are testing times. 

 Listen to My small still voice and only My Voice. 

Beloved, know that when you pray to Me and ask Me for things, know that I hear you; because your faith will move that mountain, so speak to it. Speak to the mountain that stands in your way. Tell the enemy, he is a liar and get thee behind you. You are more than a conqueror in Christ Jesus. 

You are Mine and I know what your desires are. 
So allow Me to guide you straight into your destiny
and the blessings I have planned for your life.
I will send the Holy Spirit to lead and teach you.

I know your every need, so therefore have faith in My Name. Ask in faith, and it shall be given to you. Know that I am still in control and that I am working things out for your good. 


Trust Me to bring everything to pass.



Read and Meditate on His Word:

Isaiah 49:14-16 - Yet Jerusalem says, “The LORD has deserted us; the Lord has forgotten us.” “Never! Can a mother forget her nursing child? Can she feel no love for the child she has borne? But even if that were possible, I would not forget you! See, I have written your name on the palms of my hands.(NLT)

1 Peter 4:12 - Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you:

2 Corinthians 4:8-9 - We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed;


Wednesday, February 10, 2016

A Peace Filled Prayer (2.10.16)

Heavenly Father,
Thank You Lord, for waking me up this morning
to see a new day.

As this day unfolds, I pray that You will give me peace in all the things
that I encounter, as the Holy Spirit saturates my soul.
When the enemy sends one of his helpers to try and destroy my peace,
I pray for the strength to share the Word of GOD with that person.

I notice Father, that so many people today
have that spirit of anger dwelling inside of them.
I know this spirit is from the enemy
seeking to destroy their soul and livelihood.

Whenever I encounter this spirit GOD, I will rebuke it in the name of Jesus!!!

Father, send the Holy Spirit to dwell in me right now - and forever - as I love my neighbor as myself, and pray for those who cannot find peace in their lives, because they do not know you.

Your Word teaches us to love each other, because You wish that no one should perish. Remind me to share Your Word with someone today Lord, so they too can have peace in their lives.

In the name of Jesus I pray.
Amen  

Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Why Would You Question God's Love? (2.9.16)

My Child, 
Why do you wonder if I love you, or if I’m still with you?
I loved you before you were born.
Before you took your first breath,
I was with you and My love surrounded you.

I loved you when you walked down the roads that were of Me and I loved you when you made a wrong turn. I lovingly took your hand and led you back on to the path of salvation. In the midst of the doubts that you have, I love you even more.

You’ve allowed your mistakes to affect what you know to be true. Don’t think anymore about the past or mistakes you have made in the past. What is done is done. Embrace My love and know that I love you.

My child, the love I have for you will open many doors.

This is a new season beloved, My love, My grace,
and mercy have brought about this change in your life.

I will never leave you nor forsake you.

Read and Meditate on His Word:
John 3:16 - For GOD so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 

Hebrews 13:5 - Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. 



Monday, February 8, 2016

A Confident Overcomer's Faith Prayer (2.8.16)


Father,
Your Word says that I am an overcomer because of the blood of the Lamb our Lord Jesus Christ.
Your Word says that I have been given authority over every spiritual power that the enemy will send my way!
I confess that I do not feel like an overcomer sometimes and often give in to the influence of this world instead of submitting to Christ.

O GOD, save me from myself! May I be full of Your Spirit and Your mighty power, the power of the resurrection!  Thank You Father, that, because I belong to You, in Christ Jesus, You surround me with Your presence and You have resurrected a wall of fire around me.

You, O Lord, are my refuge and my strength. In every situation and struggle, You are with me. I will not be afraid for my trust is in Your Name. Like Joshua, may I be confident that You are with me - and will never leave or forsake me. With Your Spirit being at work in me, please make me strong and courageous, and not afraid or discouraged; but always mindful that You are with me wherever I go.

Use me to take back all ground that the enemy has stolen.
Help me to have self-control and to be alert, knowing that
the enemy of my soul is prowling,
looking for an opportune moment to strike.
In Jesus’ name, strengthen me to submit to You while
resisting the enemy, so that I can stand firm in my faith
never wavering!

May I be full of faith and full of Your Word for I belong to You,
Lord Jesus for You have overcome the world!

Amen

Revelation 12:11; Colossians 2:9-10; Ephesians 6:10; Philippians 3:10; 2 Corinthians 10:4; Psalm 125:2; Zechariah 2:5; Psalm 46:1-2; Psalm 20:7; Joshua 1:5, 9; 1 Peter 5:8-9; Romans 8:37; 1 John 5:4

Sunday, February 7, 2016

It's Always Darkest Just Before the Break of Day. Start Rejoicing! (2.7.16)

Joshua 21:45 - Not a single one of all the good promises the LORD had given to the family of Israel was left unfulfilled; everything he had spoken came true.

Faith Believers,
All of us have waited upon the Lord to bring about the things He has promised. 
During the times of waiting on the Lord, you may feel it will never come to pass. 
I bring good news to you, when GOD says something, He will deliver on His Word. 
His Word cannot return to Him void.  


When the Lord utters a promise, He never go back on His Word. 
Has He promised something that He can’t fulfill? 
Has He spoken something that He does not intend to do?
I DON’T THINK SO!! 
He never changes, and His Word remains the same from generation to generation.

Sometimes when the Lord promises us something - the cares and situations of this world will cause our vision to fade and cloud our thinking.  We begin to think that our vision will never come to pass, or maybe it wasn’t the Lord's voice we heard. You see the enemy will trigger that battle in your mind so you will give up on your promise, and allow doubt and unbelief to take over.  GOD is not a liar.  


It may not look like what we think it should look like,
but He will bring to pass all that He has promised.  

He will bring it to pass and it will be better than we could have ever imagined. You may go through some birthing pains along the way, but it's only to let you know that the promise is on the way.  It is always darkest just before the break of day.  GOD is so true to His Word.  So start rejoicing!  You will not be disappointed.  

Do not become weary now because you've come too far; you are almost there! Wherever you are in your walk with the Lord, remember He will accomplish all that concerns you; but it will be done in His timing, not ours.  For He knows what is best for us, for all things work together for our good.  

He is guiding you into the place He has destined for you, 
and you will arrive on time.

Whatever you are going through remember GOD know all about your struggles, and He cares.  If you are in a tough situation, He will use that very situation to teach you more about Him and His ways.  Because you will need that wisdom to help you in the new place He is moving you into.  Don’t fight it, embrace it!   


Right now, GOD is turning every strategy of the enemy 
into a blessing for His glory. OH PRAISE HIS HOLY NAME!

The enemy may try to keep you focused on what is happening to you in the natural, and he will try to make you believe it’s all over for you however, I am I here to tell you - GOD will accomplish what He has promised you, and it's NOT OVER UNTIL GOD SAY IT’S OVER.  


THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING! GOD has great things in store for you and He knows how to get you there. So, be encouraged this day and never give up on GOD.  He hasn't given up on you!

GOD IS FAITHFUL!!!

 
Read and Meditate on His Word:
Hebrews 10:23 - Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)

1 Thessalonians 5:24
- GOD will make this happen, for he who calls you is faithful.

Romans 11:29 - For the gifts and calling of GOD are without repentance.
 
Remember this, there is nothing you will face today
that the Lord can't see you through.

   - Marilyn

Friday, February 5, 2016

A Blessing & Thankfulness Prayer (2.5.16)

Faith Believers,
Please take a moment to relax your mind and humble your heart to focus on Christ. Allow GOD, to be the only person on your mind while you read this prayer. If we can take the time to read long jokes, stories, etc., we should give the same respect to this prayer.

Friends that pray together, stay together.
  - Marilyn


 
Dear Lord,
I thank You for this day.
I thank You for my being able to see and to hear this morning.

I'm blessed because You are a forgiving GOD and an understanding GOD. You have done so much for me and You keep on blessing me. Forgive me this day for everything I have done, said or thought that was not pleasing to you.

I ask now for Your forgiveness.
 
Please keep me safe from all danger and harm. Help me to start this day with a new attitude and plenty of gratitude. Let me make the best of each and every day to clear my mind so that I can hear from You.

Please broaden my mind that I can accept all things.

Let me not whine and whimper over things I have no control over. Let me continue to see sin through GOD's eyes and acknowledge it as evil. And when I sin, let me repent, and confess with my mouth my wrongdoing, and receive the forgiveness of GOD. And when this world closes in on me, let me remember Jesus' example to slip away and find a quiet place to pray. It's the best response when I'm pushed beyond my limits. I know that when I can't pray, You listen to my heart.

Continue to use me to do Your will.
 
Continue to bless me that I may be a blessing to others.
Keep me strong that I may help the weak.
Keep me uplifted that I may have words of encouragement for others.
I pray for those that are lost and can't find their way.
I pray for those that are misjudged and misunderstood.
I pray for those who don't know You intimately.
I pray for those that will delete this without sharing it with others.
 
I pray for those that don't believe. But I thank you that I believe. I believe that GOD changes people and GOD changes things. I pray for all my sisters and brothers. For each and every family member in their households. I pray for peace, love and joy in their homes that they are out of debt and all their needs are met.
 
I pray that every eye that reads this knows there is no problem, circumstance, or situation greater than GOD. 

Every battle is in Your hands for You to fight, Father God.
I pray that these words be received into the hearts of every eye
that sees them and every mouth that confesses them willingly.


This is my prayer,
In Jesus' name
Amen


Thursday, February 4, 2016

A "Patience in the Workplace" Prayer (2.4.16)

Dear Heavenly Father,
Lord, I pray that you will help me to be patient with my co-workers that defile Your Name every single day.  

Lord, I pray that You will soften their hearts to receive the message of Your Son, Jesus Christ of Nazareth.  I cannot stand hearing them speak Your Name in vain, Father. Father touch their hearts and tongues, so that each time profane language proceeds out of their mouth, that the Holy Spirit will make them aware of their words. 

I know Father this type of talk grieves your Spirit, because this is surely the work of the enemy. Help me to remind them that You love them and You do not wish that they should perish because of the foul words they speak. 

Your Word tells us that we will be held accountable for every word that proceeds out of our mouth, whether good or bad. So Father I pray, that You will fill me with overwhelming joy so that I can sustain the depravity that is before me.  

You are amazing, Father - for being patient for as long as You have, with all mankind.  Father, allow me to be patient with every person I come into contact with today who prefers to use profanity as their choice for communicating. Help me to share the word of GOD with them so that they will not perish because of this sin.  

You are worthy of all praise GOD!  
In the name of your son Jesus Christ, I pray this prayer. 
Amen

Wednesday, February 3, 2016

What You Think is a Delay, is Patience Doing a Perfect Work in Your Life (2.3.16)

My Child, 
I understand what you are going through,
and how hard it is for you to wait. 

You want Me to move right now upon your situation.  


Because you don’t see any results, and nothing has changed, you think I haven’t heard your prayer. From the moment you prayed, and set your face like a flint to receive from Me, your prayer was answered. What you think is a delay, is patience doing a perfect work in your life.  While patience is working, do not take matters into your own hands and try to force things to happen. Just begin to praise Me, and see that which you have asked for, coming to pass in your life.

You may not understand what you are going through,
or why it is happening to you.  It is not for you to understand.  

However, it is for you to trust Me and take your eyes off the situation. 

Look for Me in the midst of your fiery furnace. 
Look for Me to do the impossible, right where you are standing.
Focus on Me and 
believe that I will not allow this trial to overtake you.
I will make a way of escape for you, and it will be right on time.

Praise Me, and do not allow this delay to cause you to think that I will not answer your prayer. 
 

Decree victory in the face of what is happening,
and turn a deaf ear to everything except My Word.

Be of good courage, and choose to believe My Word, regardless of the circumstances.  I will be on time in your situation. I Am never late. All I ask, is for you to praise Me during the storm. While you’re waiting, sings songs in the midnight hour.  Sing until you receive a breakthrough in your spirit.  


Rejoice in the face of the adversary and receive healing in your body;
receive deliverance in your family and see doors open for greater opportunities. 
 

Read and Meditate on His Word
Psalms 27:13 -14 - I had 
fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living. Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD. 

Isaiah 43:2 - When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee. 

1 Thessolonians 5:18 - In 
every thing give thanks: for this is the will of GOD in Christ Jesus concerning you. 

1 Corinthians 10:13 - There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but GOD is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. 

1 Peter 1:7 - That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that 
perisheth,though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ: 

James 1:2-4 - My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. 


Tuesday, February 2, 2016

Dominate the Circumstances that Surround You, with Faith. Believe & Expect God to Do It!! (2.2.16)

My Child,
Stop allowing your natural eyes to be stronger than your faith.
Stand on My Word and refuse to stagger
at My promises, with eyes of unbelief.

You are to walk by faith, not by sight.

Faith is the key to unlocking every dry area in your life and flood it with living water.
Faith calls those things which be not, as though they were.
Faith in Me will turn that wilderness situation into a celebration of joy.
Faith in Me will triumph over the situation you are going through. 
Faith is the shield that will destroy every fiery dart of the enemy.

You must believe by faith that you will make it through this season. 

Believe
 by faith that you will advance to the next level.
Stop worrying and start believing! 
Believe that by My stripes you are healed.
Believe and expect a change in your finances. 
Let your faith in Me be your new currency, 

and start using it to press your way forward. 
Dominate the circumstances that surround you, with faith.

My child, you will see My Hand move upon your situation and all that concerns you - when you start walking and speaking in faith.  My Word says, “Thou shall decree a thing, and it will happen.” 

Decree and believe that every mountain which is standing in your way is going to move.  And expect it to happen!!

I say to you, “
BELIEVE and EXPECT ME TO DO IT!”

Read and Meditate on His Word:

Daniel 10:12 - Then said he unto me, Fear not, Daniel: for from the first day that thou didst set thine heart to understand, and to chasten thyself before thy GOD, thy words were heard, and I am come for thy words. 

2 Corinthians 5:7 - For we walk by faith, not by sight

Romans 4:20 - He staggered not at the promise of GOD through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God;

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.

Ephesians 6:16 - Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.

Job 22:28 - Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways. 



Monday, February 1, 2016

Do Not Allow Problems to "Have You." Mediate on God's Word & Not Your Problems. (2.1.16)

My Child,
You may have problems, but do not allow these problems to have you.  

I know you feel like you should be used to trials and tribulations.  I know sometimes situations can change so fast, that you forget for just a moment that I Am with you. 

Regardless of what is going on in your life, never doubt that I Am standing right there beside you - to carry you through the storm. Always remember who is in control of everything, I AM.

Do not worry about changes that might come.  

There will be many changes through the course of your life,
these changes will work out for your good.

I have prepared many blessings for you, if you would just trust, believe and know that I have power over every situation.  There is nothing going on in your life I am not aware of.  


Now meditate on My Word and not your problems.

 
Read and Meditate on His Word:
Matthew 6:34 - Take therefore, no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. 

Romans 8:17 - 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. 

Romans 12:21 - Be not overcome 
of evil, but overcome evil with good.

 

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