God is Taking You to a New Level in Your Journey. Don't Be Surprised. (4.29.16)

My Child,
Change is coming into your life, so please don’t be surprised by the sudden events I have allowed to happen in your life. 

I have changed your path to prevent you from going through further difficulties; and to bring you to a place where you have access to what you need. Don’t be dismayed by this change, remember I know your beginning from your end. 

I Am doing this because I love you, and I desire to see you reach your destiny. 
Therefore, I moved on your behalf to take you to a new level in your journey.

Embrace the new change I am allowing in your life. 
Follow My leading, and you’ll see My new plans unfold. 

You haven’t traveled this way before, but this journey will be one that will glorify My Name. Isn’t that what you wanted to do? You see beloved I know your heart, I know you desire to please Me and it’s because of this desire that I’m providing things which you haven’t asked of Me. 

It pleases Me to bless you in a greater measure than you expected. 
Embrace the change I’m bringing into your life. 

I know you will be pleased. 

 
Read and Meditate on God's Word
Isaiah 43:19 - Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert. 

Isaiah 46:10 - Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure: 

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,

 

God is Calling You into a Time of Blessings, Jubilation and Praise. PRAISE HIM!!! (4.28.16)

My Child,
I Am calling you into a time of jubilation and praise 
for all that I have brought you through.  

Take your stand with a attitude of thanksgiving, 
and you will receive the blessings I have in store for you.  

Remember, when you praise Me for who I Am, 
it draws Me closer to you, and I love to dwell in the midst 
of those who sing praises to My Name.

I love it when your heart is filled with gratitude for Me and filled with love for who I Am. When you praise My Name, you transition yourself from a place of heartache and despair, into a place of joy and victory.  

Therefore, lift your voice up in praise, and sing joyful songs during the midnight hour.  

Now, let your faith continue to be strengthened between seasons,
as you wait for direction and instructions for your next blessing.    


Read and Meditate on His Word
Psalm 52:9 - I will praise thee for ever, because thou hast done it: and I will wait on thy name; for it is good before thy saints. 

Psalm 126:3 - The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad. 

Ezekiel 34:26 - And I will make them and the places round about my hill a blessing; and I will cause the shower to come down in his season; there shall be showers of blessing.

 

Turning Away from Bitterness and Unforgiveness (4.27.16)

Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. See to it that no one misses the grace of GOD and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many - Hebrews 12:14-15

Faith Believers,
Forgiveness isn’t easy, but GOD said that we must forgive each other.
We do not want to miss GOD's grace by not forgiving others.

When others offend us we must forgive them immediately, because if not, this hurt will fester deep down inside of the heart and can cause an explosion of bitter rage.  Failure to forgive leads to negative inner grief as well.

Bitterness is nothing more than old unforgiveness.

Bitterness grows from a seed of injustice, planted and watered in the garden of hurt, disappointment and rage. When nurtured, it brings forth negative fruit. This fruit, fully mature, tastes sweet at first bite, but then it turns the inner being sour with a harsh, deep despair, after-taste which produces ungodly thoughts and actions..

Jesus told us to forgive.
More than this, He commanded us
to pray for those who offend us!

Beloved, have mercy on those who have hurt you and forgive them!

They are hurting too, and this is the reason why they have offended you without having compassion for your feelings.

It is sobering to reflect on these words,  For if you forgive others for their transgressions, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others, then your Father will not forgive your transgressions - Matthew 6:14-15, NASB

The Lord wants to make sure we understand the importance of forgiving others through the words we pray from the Lord's prayer. When we receive mercy from the Lord, we are to extend it also to those who have hurt us. The Lord want us to love one another the way he has loved us and forgiven us of our sins.
  -  Marilyn

Lord,

Teach me to have a heart of forgiveness and to turn
away bitterness in my thoughts, actions and speech. 

Draw me towards a deep desire to demonstrate only
grace and mercy to others, even when they
do unkind and hurtful things to me. 

May Jesus live within me so fully,
so that there is no room for anything
but His character to be seen in my life.

Amen 

Stand Up and Fight in Faith, in God's Name (4.26.16)

My Child,
It is time to stand up and fight for your destiny. 
You cannot continue to depend on another's anointing to carry you. 

In order for you to possess the destiny that I have provided for you, you must cross over your own Jordan and fight in faith to possess the land.  Do not look at the giants in your life and think they can’t be conquered. Do not allow the words of others to tell you what you can’t do; for My word says, you can do all things through Me.

All giants have their weakness and to learn the weakness of the giant you’re facing, come to Me.   For as big as the giant may appear to be, there is always a way to make them fall. A single word of faith, empowered by My anointing, can bring any giant to his knees. Do you think David would have fared well had he tried to engage Goliath in hand to hand combat? No, he would have lost. David won the battle because he had faith in Me and My Power. 

Now is the time for you learn to fight in faith. 
Look at these so-called giants in your life,
and this time, view them through the eyes of faith. 

Do not face them in your own strength; face them in the power that I have given to you. 
Stand up in the anointing that I have placed upon your life.
Stand up in faith in My name. 

When you rise up in your spiritual authority and fight in faith, nothing will be able to stand against you.

Yes, speak My Word;
fight the good fight of faith,
and the giants will fall down before you.
 
 

Read and Meditate on His Word:

1 Corinthians 2:5 - That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of GOD. 

Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

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.

2 Timothy 2:3 - Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.

God's Word is True (4.25.16)

My Child,
You are wondering if My Word to you has fallen to the ground.
It seems as if nothing is happening.

The surrounding events have caused your thinking to become negative, and you don’t see signs of life from My Word. Things might look as if nothing is happening in your eyes, but I Am forever moving, and working things out on your behalf. Many times, what I Am doing is unseen and unknown until the time to unveil it to you arrives.

The power of My Word cannot fail.
It will not wither and die.

My Child, you already know to take your mind off the negative things happening around you. So, keep your focus on Me, My Word, and the people whom I will send to help you. I’ve told you I have great plans ahead for you. Stay focused on those plans keeping your mind free of negative thoughts. Do not become distracted by negative thoughts. 

Every word I speak is true, for I cannot lie. 

You must choose this day to believe.  You must believe in ME and the things I have promised. Choose whom you will spend your time with. Choose whom you will serve.  Choose who will determine your future. My Word is true and I can do anything but fail.


Read and Meditate on His Word:
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. 

Isaiah 55:11 - So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it. 

Philippians 4:8 - Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

 

A "Life Filled with God's Shining Light" Prayer (4.24.16)

He says, ‘Be still, and know that I am GOD; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth' - Psalm 46:10

Thank You Father, that Jesus became flesh and lived among us, and that His glory was revealed!
Father, thank You, for sending Jesus, Your own Son, in the likeness of sinful man, to be a sin offering for me, providing the way for me to become Your child. 

You alone Lord Jesus are our Wonderful Counselor and Prince of Peace.  It is in You alone, Lord Jesus, that all the fullness of GOD dwells, and through You alone that I have been reconciled to GOD; because of the blood You shed on the cross! I confess Lord Jesus, that You alone are the way to GOD the Father, you alone are the Truth and the Life. No longer am I alienated from GOD, but instead, because of Your sacrifice for me, I am now presented as holy in the Father’s sight, without blemish and free from accusation by the enemy!

Help me, I pray, to continue in my faith, established and standing firm. Empower me by Your Spirit, to convey to those around me that You love them; and gave Your life for them. May the light of Jesus, and the gospel, so shine from my life to others - that they will turn and glorify You and the Father.

Forgive me, I pray, for the way I have allowed the light of Christ in me, to grow dim at times,
for You said Lord Jesus that if the light within me is darkness, how great is that darkness!

You Lord Jesus, who are the light of the world, have entrusted me with the light of the Gospel, which shines through me!  Fill me with Your compassion for those around me, and help me to love like You love.  Destroy complacency in me Lord, and the desire for comfort when trials and tribulations come upon Me. Open my eyes to the needs of those around me, that I may become someone who invests in what is eternal.

By Your Spirit, may I always be prepared to give the reason for the hope that I have in You.
You, Lord Jesus are my hope.
But may I always do so with gentleness and respect,
that the incarnation of the gospel may be lived out through me.

Fill me with child-like awe and inexpressible joy.

I ask this in Your mighty Name, Father.

Amen

John 1:14  ;  Romans 8:3  ;  John 1:12  ;  Isaiah 9:6  ;  John 14:6  ;
Colossians 1:19-23  ;  Matthew 5:16  ;  Matthew 6:23  ;  1 John 2:15 ;
Matthew 9:36  ;  1 Peter 3:15

Ephesians 4:32 - We Must Forgive Each Other, the Way God Forgives Us (4.23.16)

Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ GOD forgave you - Ephesians 4:32

Faith Believers,
Jesus went from village to village announcing that His Kingdom had arrived, that forgiveness of sins was happening; and that GOD was transforming his people, at last, into the salt of the earth and the light of the world. Wherever people responded to his call, He gave them instructions as to how they should live, as the new-exodus people, the forgiveness-of-sins people. They were to live as Kingdom-people.

In particular, having received GOD’s forgiveness themselves,
they were to practice it amongst themselves.
Not to do so would mean they hadn’t grasped what GOD was telling them to do.

As soon as someone refused to forgive a fellow-member, he or she was saying, in effect, “I don’t really believe the less Kingdom has arrived.” We must forgive each other the way GOD forgives us each time we profess our sin. Regardless of the depth of hurt and disappointment; forgive those who hurt, mistreat and use you, because GOD has witnessed everything that happened and He will fix it in His own timing.

No deed will go unnoticed by our Father, whether good or bad. 

  -  Marilyn

Heavenly Father,

Your life was a consistent demonstration of forgiveness
and I want to follow Your example with everyone in my own life. 

Show me how to be filled with grace when my heart is angry,
and teach me to be unoffended when others
hurt my feelings or step on my toes. 

I want to be known by Your character,
as I extend mercy and forgiveness to those around me,
so that Your Kingdom can be lived out fully in my life.

In the name of your sons Jesus Christ,
I pray this prayer.

Amen 

Prayer Starts with God (4.22.16)

The Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express. And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints in accordance with GOD’s will - Romans 8:26-27

Faith Believers,

For years I believed that my prayers started with me. I had to think them up. I had to get GOD’s attention. Not surprisingly, with this frame of mind, prayer was often a chore. I learned that I was wrong. Prayer doesn’t start with us. Prayer starts with GOD. That’s the radical idea that changed my prayer life.

GOD is the initiator.

He moves us to pray.
He gives us prayer ideas.
He holds out the promises we claim in prayer.
When we pray, we are GOD’s instruments.

GOD is at work in all our praying. He makes His will known to us, so that we will ask for the very things He longs to give us. Out of love, He want us to pray for others; so that, in response to our intercession, He can pour out blessings on them.

And it’s the Spirit, says Paul, who makes our prayer possible.

We don’t know what to pray, but we don’t have to. The Holy Spirit is there, revealing GOD’s Will to us in the Scriptures; and bringing GOD’s prayer concerns to life within us. The Holy Spirit is nudging us through circumstances and opening our eyes to the needs around us. Searching our hearts and trying our ways so that we can be brought to true repentance.

The Spirit is revealing the glory and the goodness of GOD,
so that our prayers will be filled with praise and thanksgiving.

   -  Marilyn

Lord GOD,

What an amazing and awesome privilege it is
to know that You have made a way for all of my prayers
to originate in Your heart, so that they are heard and answered.

Thank You that I am able to have access to the throne room
of Heaven, because of the gift of Jesus Christ.

Help me to be continually aware of the prayer
you have placed upon my heart,
so that I can be a faithful kingdom intercessor.

Teach me to listen carefully to the voice of the Holy Spirit
so that I am always ready to accept each prayer assignment
You are pleased to give me, Father God!

I worship You, King of kings, for loving me so much
that You desire to partner with me to accomplish Your purposes!

Amen

 

Regain Your Focus, Dwell in the Lord & Release all Your Worries to Him (4.21.16)

My Child,
Take a moment to breathe; I see the things which have distracted you.
Keep your attention focused on Me, and I will reveal to you what you need to know.

You’ve become distracted for a reason, but if you allow Me, I will minimize the things you don’t need to concern yourself with during this season. However, in order for Me to do this, you must dwell in our secret place.

As you release all your worries over to Me, you will find peace, joy, and My protection waiting for you. And they are more than enough to carry you through. As you dwell in our secret place, you will begin to receive divine guidance and provisions that will help you to grow stronger in your walk of faith.

Now, come and dwell with Me in My secret place and regain your focus.


Read and Meditate on His Word
Psalm 4:8 - I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety. 

Psalm 91:1-4 - He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my GOD; in him will I trust. Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, and from the noisome pestilence.  He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust: his truth shall be thy shield and buckler.

 

Jesus is Full of Hope, Love and Forgiveness for Us (4.19.16)

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. - Proverbs 3:5-6

Our almighty GOD, in the form of a human servant, came to reach out to you, me, and all people. We can be followers of Jesus. Remember, there has never been another person like Jesus. He leads us straight into the presence of our heavenly Father.

Jesus is perfect in His love for others, His power over evil, His compassion for people and His hatred of sin.  His understanding is endless, and His joy is deep.

He drew all kinds of people to Himself when He lived on earth. His presence was like a magnet to those who needed hope. He is everything good, and people really wanted to be around Him.

He is truly one of a kind, full of hope, love, trust and forgiveness.

Father GOD,

Give us the eyes to follow You.
Make our hearts yearn for Your presence.

Assure us, as we attempt to follow You
in our imperfect ways.

May our pleasures be found ONLY in YOU!!
Amen

Prayer, Suffering and Experiencing God's Sufficiency (4.18.16)

Faith Believers,
To pray with "a will surrendered to GOD" is to risk our lives for GOD. Too many people seek comfortableness during their season of trials. Often prayer and suffering go hand in hand. Suffering ushers us into a new realm of dependence upon GOD. In our sufferings we experience His sufficiency.

Prayer can accomplish four major tasks in suffering.
First, prayer delivers us from that which we suffer. GOD will work a mighty victory in our lives when we trust in Him.
Second, prayer delivers the grace of GOD to us through our suffering, that grace enables us to endure the suffering.
Third, prayer delivers us into the hands of GOD’s comfort. Jesus said, “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted” (Matthew 5:4). 
Finally, prayer delivers the character of GOD into our lives when we suffer.

  -  Marilyn

Compassionate Father,

You have said clearly that the Christian walk will include suffering,
but somehow I often feel entitled to a life free from pain and difficulty. 

Yet, it is in those times, when life is hard, that I seem
to seek You more often and more passionately. 

Give me the grace to endure
whatever will draw me into deeper intimacy with you
so that my dependence will never be upon
anyone or anything other than You. 

Help me to walk with courage
as my prayers deliver me “into the hands”
of Your comfort. 

Amen

God is Preparing You to Fulfill the Destiny He has Placed Upon Your Life (4.17.16)

My Child,
The work I began in you, I will finish - be confident of this Beloved. I love broken vessels. I love picking up the pieces. I am the Potter, and you are My clay. My work in you began before you were born, and surely I will finish it.

I Am preparing you to fulfill the destiny I have placed upon your life.

When you stumble, I will be there to pick you up. 
When you cry, I will be there to dry your eyes.
Not one tear will be wasted.

When you drift away from Me, I will gently lead you back into My arms.  People may laugh at you and doubt the desires of your heart, that they will never come to pass; but soon they will marvel at the finished product I have been working on behind the scenes. Oh, how they will marvel.

I will complete the work I have started in your heart, My child; and I will take you to places you have never known. You are My work and My masterpiece, I will not fail you. Just remember your timing is not My timing and your ways are not My ways.

Everything will come forth on time and in order according to My plans.

GOD never starts anything He can't finish.
He wouldn't give you a promise, unless He had a plan to bring it to pass.

Read and Meditate on His Word
Philippians 1:6 - Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:

 

God is Good. It is God's Will for You. The Holy Spirit Fills Us. (4.15.16)

1. God is Good

Give thanks to the Lord for He is good. His faithful love endures forever - Psalm 107:1.

When we give thanks, we confirm that GOD is good. It acknowledges that we are placing our hope in a good GOD, Who has given us these relationships for a purpose. Even if your spouse or children do not believe in Jesus Christ, (1 Corinthians 7:16), GOD may work through you to save them.

Even if you have a poor relationship with your parents, GOD will always be there for you—ready to show His unfailing love as your Heavenly Father. If your family has accepted Jesus Christ, then you can truly thank GOD that He promises to complete what He started. GOD can use our relationships to lead us to Him and strengthen our faith.

2. It is GOD’s Will for You

“Give thanks” is written as a command over and over, in scripture. It is not a suggestion or a feeling. It takes a deliberate choice.

Give thanks in everything, for this is GOD’s will for you in Christ Jesus. - 1 Thessalonians 5:18.

Paul sang praises and thanked GOD even while he was in prison. We too can give thanks “in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ” who has given us salvation, eternal hope, and everything else good in our lives, including our family.

3. The Holy Spirit Fills Us

GOD never commands us to do something without giving us the power to do it.

...Understand what the Lord’s will is. …..be filled by the Spirit: speaking to one another in psalms, hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making music from your heart to the Lord, giving thanks always for everything to GOD ….. - Ephesians 5:17-20.

The key is being filled with the Spirit! Ask GOD to help you give thanks and fill your heart with joy.

It’s easy to dwell on the annoying things our loved ones do instead of rejoicing over the blessing they are to us. Keep your thoughts focused on good things that are worthy of praise. (Philippians 4:8) Say the words, “I’m so thankful for you.” Appreciation lightens the heart, (Psalm 138:1), and spreads to those around us bringing peace, love and unity (Colossians 3:12-17).

Putting Our Faith in The One Who is Always Faithful (4.14.16)

My Child,
Some of you are giving up because you can’t see any outward sign of progress for the things you have believed Me for. Why are you giving up on the dreams which I gave you?  Don’t you know that that’s what the enemy wants you to do?  My Word is true, and I will fulfill that which I have spoken to you.  This is a promise.  Don't give up.

Dear child, I know this season has been a test of faith waiting for the fulfillment of My promise, which has not come.  Must I remind you that I work according to My timing, not yours? I am not slack concerning fulfilling My Word. I will perform that which I have spoken, and I will do it in the manner which I have purposed. 

I Am the great I Am. 
I will perform My Word.
The words which I speak shall not return to Me void.

Despite the situation around you, believe in what you know to be true… My Word.  
Has giving up ever accomplished anything? No, and it never will. 

Why not put your faith in the One Who is always faithful?
Stand on My Word because I Am faithful and I will fulfill My Word.


Read and Meditate on His Word
Isaiah 55:11 - So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto mevoid, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.

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

2 Peter 3:9 - The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.

 

Joy, Gladness & Jubilation - Awake into a New Spiritual Realm (4.13.16)

My Child,
Awake into a new spiritual realm that no other generation has experienced before.
Awake to the season where promises that I whispered in your ears, even years ago,
will now come forth touched by My Glory.
Everything that I will do in this time will be cloaked in My Glory.Amongst My people will be joy, unspeakable.  A new sound and a new song will come forth in this season of resurrection and new beginnings.  There will be joy, gladness, and jubilation in My camp. There will be singing, shouting, and rejoicing as I begin to do these marvelous things for, through, and in My people. 

I will not hold back any longer,
I will release those things that I have promised I would do.  

I have not forsaken nor forgotten My Own.

I will breathe new life into sick bodies. 
I will breathe new life into finances and
I will breathe new life into families.

This new season will bring forth the miraculous; and the knowledge of GOD will cover the face of the earth.  I Am going to do things in unprecedented ways, and there will be no question that it is I who did these marvelous things.

So awake and take heart, for I have opened doors that no man can shut.  Each door that I open will lead to the fulfillment of their purpose, calling, and destiny.  Each door will lead to a higher level and promotion.

These doors that I will open,
these doors of new beginnings,
will cause My own to soar into realms of My Glory.

Zechariah 4:10a - Do not despise these small beginnings, for the LORD rejoices to see the work begin

Isaiah 45:8 - You heavens above, rain down my righteousness; let the clouds shower it down. Let the earth open wide, let salvation spring up, let righteousness flourish with it; I, the LORD, have created it.

Psalm 40:3 - He has given me a new song to sing, a hymn of praise to our GOD. Many will see what he has done and be amazed. They will put their trust in the LORD.

Revelations 3:7 - Write this letter to the angel of the church in Philadelphia. This is the message from the one who is holy and true, the one who has the key of David. What he opens, no one can close; and what he closes, no one can open:

Our Responsibility to God (4.12.16)

Faith Believers,
We know that to question GOD's plan and His timing is to question GOD Himself, His judgment, His character and His very nature. It is not wise to question His right to do exactly as He pleases.

The psalmist tells us, As for GOD, His way is perfect - Psalm 18:30. Whatever plan comes from the mind of the Almighty, it is the best plan possible for us. It is true that we will never understand His ways, as He reminds us - 'For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,' says the LORD. 'For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts' - Isaiah 55:8-9.

Nevertheless, it is our responsibility to GOD to obey Him, to trust Him, and to submit to His will; whether we understand it or not.
   - Marilyn

Avoid Confusion - Be Strong, Be of Good Courage & Stay Focused (4.11.16)

My Child,
It’s very important for you to keep an overall sense of where you are, and what I have called you to do.

Be strong, be of good courage, and stay focused on things that actually matter - things of eternal value.

Do not become distracted as you abide in My presence.
Do not allow yourself to become confused and bogged down
by paying too much attention to details.
You know wherever there’s confusion, I Am not in the midst of it.
Confusion will cause you to take your eyes off Me and give in to the enemies scheme.

I’ve given you a great work to accomplish, and you must not allow yourself to become distracted or confused. Take time to focus on things that have spiritual substance, and you will be strengthened.

Your spiritual focus is very important, so strive to put My Kingdom first in your life. Dwell in the sweet presence of My Spirit. Once you do this everything else will fall into place, and you will be able to see more clearly.
 

Read and Meditate on My 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. 

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

1 Corinthians 14:33 - For GOD is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints.

 

God Gives Us the Authority to 'Speak It, Teach It & Minister His Word' (4.10.16)

My Child,
You’re entering a new season, and I’m sending new opportunities your way. 

Do not allow the adversary to make you think you can’t handle this; for the task is not too great. You are entering your season of a more effective ministry than you have ever imagined.  This ministry will take you beyond the walls of the sanctuary, and there will be no place for fear.

Have no fear, for I Am with you and I Am ordering your steps.

Yes, I Am with you. My Hand of Anointing is upon your life.  Speak forth those things that be not as though they were. I give you the authority to speak it, teach it, minister My Word; as if it were Me.  Child, pray in My Name, pray for those who the enemy is using, and I will hear you.

Decree a thing, and watch it come to pass, because I Am with you.

Your testimony will draw many unto Me.
You will encounter those who are hurting.
and they will need to hear about who I Am
and how much I love them.

I will be with you as I place in your heart the words you should speak. 


 Read and Meditate on His Word:
1 Corinthians 16:9 - For a great door and effectual is opened unto me and there are many adversaries.

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

2 Timothy 1:6-7 - Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of GOD, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands. For GOD hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Mark 16:15 - And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.

 

** The Ten Most Popular Messages This Month (4.9.16) **

1.  10 Reasons..... (4.1.16) 
2.  Just Ask Him - God will Guide You, and Reveal His Will to You  (3.18.16)
3.  Fret Not. Speak Boldly & Silence the Storms & Mountains (3.15.16)
4.  See Yourself As God Does - Beautifully & Wonderfully Made  (3.31.16)
5.  Pondering and Praying the Word in Passionate Prayer  (4.6.16)
6.  You are Divinely Selected by the Hand of God to Accomplish Great Works  (3.16.16)
7.  Don't Give Up, You Will Not Fail, Restart Your Worship & Reclaim Your Destiny. (4.5.16)
8.  Praise Your Way to Victory (3.23.16) 
9.  Embrace the Love that God & Jesus Christ have for You  (4.3.16)
10.  Know Who You are in God, and Know that All is Well  (4.4.16)

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Trust in God & STAND on Your Faith (4.8.16)

My Child,
I know this has been a time of shaking for many.  However, those who trust in Me should not worry about the things of this world.  Yes, things will happen; but Child, you can stand firm if you are rooted and grounded in Me.

I Am your place of refuge.
I Am with you, and you shall not be moved.

I have the power to sustain you regardless of the circumstances that surround you.
Do not waver.
Trust that I Am faithful,
and more than able to keep you from falling.

My child, I Am giving you a choice.
You can choose to look at your circumstances
and worry over them, or you can choose to trust in Me
and believe that your prayers have been answered. 

If you choose to trust Me and stand on your faith, I will cause My Peace and Blessings to come upon you, and you will see that I have made provisions for you.

Trust in Me a know that I am able to do anything
and conquer everything because I have all power
over anything the enemy will bring your way.


Read and Meditate on His Word:
Numbers 6:24 - The LORD bless thee and keep thee. 

Psalm 46:5 - GOD is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: GOD shall help her, and that right early.

Psalm 91:2 - I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my GOD; in him will I trust.

Judges 1:24 - Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy,thee, and keep thee:

 

Pondering and Praying the Word in Passionate Prayer (4.6.16)

Faith Believers,
The book of Proverbs is full of GOD’s wisdom, knowledge and understanding. 

Proverbs instructs, “Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life - Proverbs 4:23. The heart is a metaphor for our inner being, the essence of who we really are. It is the dwelling place of my emotions, attitudes and intentions.

I am called to be holy; a holy temple in the Lord, according to Ephesians 2:13-22, with Christ Jesus Himself being the cornerstone. This holiness is a result or by-product of my passion for the Lord, in pondering and praying the Word in passionate prayer.

My love and passion for GOD and His Word awakens my heart and increases my awareness of His presence, restoring the fear of the Lord and my hunger and thirst for more of Him.

I encourage you to press on in pondering and praying the Word of GOD in passionate prayer, as you walk in the Spirit by faith; not according to the world, but by the work of the Holy Spirit, in the will of GOD the Father, in and through the ways of our Lord Jesus Christ, with the Word of GOD in your heart and mind, as it is in Heaven upon the earth.
   - Marilyn

Almighty GOD,

Your Word is filled with all wisdom, knowledge and understanding. 
As I pray through all that You have said to me,
help me to apply it to my life and to
obediently allow Your truth to sink deeply into my heart. 

May it transform me from the inside out
so that my life will reflect Your kingdom to others.

Amen

Don't Give Up, You Will Not Fail, Restart Your Worship & Reclaim Your Destiny. (4.5.16)

Faith Believers,
Discouragement is another way for the thief to come in and steal our goods.

Perhaps you awakened today, and felt just as bad as you did yesterday. And in a moment of weary resignation and discouragement, you cried out and released fear from within your heart. “GOD is finished with me here; I give up.” Well, I feel the anointing of the Lord to speaking to you, telling you right now, don’t give up. You will not fail, and I have witnesses to prove it.  Look at the lives of Moses, Joseph and David just to name a few.

It’s time to restart your worship, reclaim your destiny!
It’s time you pick up where you left off!
There’s no shame in starting over again!

Psalm 34:18-19 - The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.

The Word gives us assurance that GOD is ever so near to the brokenhearted, and saves those with a contrite or crushed spirit. Knowing that the Lord is with you in the battle should give you the strength to press through. Don’t allow the enemy to whisper words like, “You can’t do it,” or “This will never work.” Think about some of your first attempts to ride a bicycle, to ice skate, or to play basketball. You didn’t stop until you could master each one of them.  Think of the mistakes you’ve made along the way to where you are now. 

You overcame so much.
So, why would you want to give up now?
You must finish the work the Lord has given you to do.

Luke 9:62 - And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of GOD.

Are you fumbling, falling, stumbling, or missing the mark somewhere in your life at the moment?
Are you ready to quit an assignment God gave you to do?

You’d better not. GOD says, He’s not through with you.
Who told you to quit? Worship Him!

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

Now, think back to the last time the Lord made a way for you, when you felt like giving up.  Yes, take some time to reflect on it right now. Remember the joy.  Remember how you said you would trust in the Lord.  Think back to that time and hold onto your confession of faith.

Never, ever forget that you are not in this thing alone.
GOD is with you every step of the way, whether you “feel” Him or not.
Don’t be fooled by your “feelings.”
Be determined to stay right there with Him until He blesses you.

Gen 32:25-26  And when he saw that he prevailed not against him, he touched the hollow of his thigh; and the hollow of Jacob's thigh was out of joint, as he wrestled with him.  And he said, Let me go, for the day breaketh. And he said, I will not let thee go, except thou bless me.

I don’t know you about you, but I love to feel the joy of His presence. 
I feel like praising the Lord for all He has done
and what He’s getting ready to do.

No matter what your day may look like, you’ve got something to be grateful for. As long as the Lord is with you, don’t ever stop dreaming, believing, climbing, overcoming, and getting up again. 

Yes, keep getting back up.
The Lord will even cause your failures and fumbles
to work out for your good.

Pro. 24:16 For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again:

Now, can’t you see that the Lord is not through with you.  You can’t quit.  It ain’t over until you have the victory! Let the redeemed of the Lord say so!  Oh, let everything that has breath praise the Lord!
   - Marilyn

Psa. 107:2 Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom he hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy; 

Galatians 6:9 So let's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't give up.

 

Know Who You are in God, and Know that All is Well (4.4.16)

My Child,
I know you are still experiencing feelings of suffering and sorrow at this present time.
Never fear beloved, I Am your Father.
I will be with you always.
I will not leave you nor forsake you.

Move in My strength and stay suited up in the armour I provided for you to wear. As you walk through your valley, I will be right by your side, letting no evil come near you or your dwelling place. I want you to listen very closely to what I am saying in this hour. Do not doubt My Word, and stand strong while listening for My guidance. I will not fail you, I will keep you, My child; so fear not because all is going to be well. Fear is of the enemy it is not of Me, so do not partake of it.

Trust in Me for all things.  
Allow your mind to be transformed by what I Am saying to your spirit. 

Spend time in My presence more and more each day. Spending time with Me will eliminate any fear that is trying to overtake your spirit. It will also block those anxious thoughts, which trouble your spirit at night. 

Abide with Me, for there is no fear with Me. 
Move in the leading of My Spirit. 
Praise Me continually. 
Pray without ceasing and I will always be with you. 

Know who you are in Me and know that all is well. 
Trust Me, listen for my guidance and never fear.



 
Read and Meditate on His Word:
2 Timothy 1:7 - For GOD hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Proverbs 3:5 - Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

 

Embrace the Love that God & Jesus Christ have for You (4.3.16)

Beloved,
It was My love that drove Me to the cross to save you.
When I saw your suffering, I reached out to save you.
When I saw your pain, I reached out to heal you.
When I saw your loneliness, I reached out with My love to make you complete.
  - Jesus Christ

My Child,
Return to your first love. Fall in love with Me again. Come to Me afresh and experience My love again. I sent My only begotten Son to prove that I love you and wish that none will perish; but that all will have everlasting life through Me. 

You have yet to know the incredible power of My love, 
how much it will change you and 
make you into something beautiful.

My love was freely given, revel in it, receive it and share it with others. Trust Me and come to Me with all that troubles you. Embrace the love I have for you, and when you do, you will see that My love will help you overcome and conquer everything. 

Share the Word Of GOD with those who do not know Me,
so they too can experience My love.

 
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

1 Timothy 1:14-15 - And the grace of our Lord was exceeding abundant with faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.  This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief

 

10 Reasons..... (4.1.16)

1. GOD is truly in control. If GOD is GOD (Which he is), then nothing happens apart from His knowledge and permission. While it is difficult to imagine why GOD allows some painful things to happen, His character, revealed in the Bible and through the testing of generations, leads us to the conclusion that He is willing and able to sustain you during the worst of times.
    |  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; Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body. - 2 Corinthians 4:8-10


2. There is an eternal life to come.
    |  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 Corinthians 4:17-18 
    |  He will keep you strong right up to the end, and He will keep you free from all blame on the great day when our Lord Jesus Christ returns. - 1 Corinthians 1:8


3. The story isn't finished yet. Time after time, the Bible records hopeless situations that ultimately ended in victory. Think of Job's sickness, Joseph's betrayal by his brothers, David's adultery and the many who were healed in mind, body and spirit.
    |  But Joseph told them, 'Don't be afraid of me. Am I GOD, to judge and punish you? As far as I am concerned, GOD turned into good what you meant for evil. He brought me to the high position I have today so I could save the lives of many people. - Genesis 50:19-20 


4. GOD has not given up on you! Don't give up on him.
   |  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. - Hebrews 13:5  |  For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. - Jeremiah 29:11


5.  There is a purpose in your pain. Ask GOD to reveal His purpose in allowing this difficulty in your life. That's a legitimate question to ask. Often, the answer comes in the process of dealing with your circumstance.
    |  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. - James 1:2-4
    |  Though he were a Son, yet learned he obedience by the things which he suffered; Who shall also confirm you unto the end, that ye may be blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. - Hebrews 5:8


6. You are loved. Even the most unlovable person in the world is actually loved so much by GOD, that He let His Son die a terrible death to restore their relationship. GOD does love you. No matter what you’ve done, the Lord loves you.  He sees your pain and weeps with you.
    |  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. - John 3:16
    |  The righteous cry, and the LORD heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles. The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit. - Psalm 34:17 -18


7. Your prayers are heard.
    |  I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry.  He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. - Psalm 40:1-2
    |  And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear. - Isaiah 65:24
    |  He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him. - Psalm 91:15


8. You are not facing this alone. I know at times you may feel like you are all alone in the battle; however, our Lord made us a promise that He would always be with us. Hold on to that and don’t allow the enemy to make you feel like the Lord has turned His back on you.
   |  And the LORD, he it is that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed. - Deuteronomy 31:8
    |  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. So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me. -  Hebrews 13:5-6
   


9. Others have made it through - you can too. Read the Word, and inspirational stories of how the Lord delivered others through their storms. Try to connect with others who have gone through similar situations. You will find hope, strength and encouragement.
    |  A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple- braided cord is not easily broken. - Ecclesiastics 4:12
    |  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. - Hebrews 12:1
   


10. Reach out to someone else who's struggling. Take your mind off your problems, and place your focus on someone else. There is always someone else whose situation is much worse than yours and they need a word of encouragement.  When you do this, you will discover that your peace of mind is found in being a source of hope for another. And it will teach you how to count your blessings, and not your problem.
     |  All praise to the GOD and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. He is the source of every mercy and the GOD who comforts us. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When others are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort GOD has given us. - 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
     |  Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. - Philippians 4:8

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