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Do Not Allow Fear to Invade Your Spirit (10.31.13)

Beloved,

Trials often come at times when it looks like all is lost and that I have failed you.

But I say to you this day, "I have not failed you”. 

Stop being fearful, have faith and trust that I am the GOD who can bring new life to a situation.  Even to situations that appear to be dead. And although you may not understand why it appears as though bad things seem to continuously happen, even to those who follow Christ, know that I can bring ultimate good out of what you are going through.  Know that what you are going through, is the growth and development of your faith in Me.

You are standing at the threshold of a glorious time of restoration, joy, and harvest in the kingdom.  But right now, you are facing what appears to be an impossible situation and it may look like I have abandoned you. 

Do not allow fear to invade your spirit. 

Do you honestly think I would abandon a person that I love so much? I definitely would not, beloved. I'm calling on you this day to have faith in Me, faith in the midnight hour and to trust in who I Am. Recall all that I have done for you, and My constant faithfulness and mercy I've shown to you over the years. Stand on your faith and do not be moved by what you see.

This is your day to stand.  This is not a day to turn back in despair, doubt, or discouragement. You are My child and I expect you to act as such, by having faith in Me when things look their darkest. Why would I leave you during your time of greatest need? Never would I leave you. Put on your armor this day and get ready for battle, for this is a day of victory, and not of defeat. 

Again I say to you, I HAVE NOT FAILED YOU. 

Have faith and you will surely see My salvation, blessings, and glory in this situation.

Mark 4:40 - And he said unto them, Why are ye so fearful? How is it that ye have no faith?

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

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.

Ephesians 6:11 - Put on the whole armour of GOD, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 

Look not to Your Circumstances, Look to the Lord (10.30.13)

My Child,

Lift up your eyes off your circumstances and onto Me. 

I want you to gaze upward.  For when you are looking up, you rise above your circumstances and they have no power over you. But when you look at your circumstances, instead of the things above, you will be defeated. This is the lesson I have been trying to teach you. That victory comes by overcoming a negative report with the Word of the Lord.

I have demonstrated that as you speak My word, it brings life into lifeless circumstances. This is what I expect those who put their trust in Me, to do. Though their circumstances may look impossible, all things are possible for those who look to Me. Speak words of life into your situation, and understand the heart of the Father is to bless you abundantly, beyond all measure.

Have I not taught you that the realm of the supernatural supersedes the realm of the natural? 

Have I not made it clear that the greatest weapon you carry is the weapon of your testimony? 

Have I not said that the words you speak either bring life or death and that the power is in the tongue? 

So why aren’t you speaking life into and over your circumstances? 

Speak life and you will see life! 

Speak death and you will see death! 

You have a choice.

You must know that with Me nothing is too difficult. 

Nothing, I say, NOTHING! 

So start speaking words of life. Start calling into being those things that are not, for in so doing, you are bringing the spiritual into the natural.  What you have declared in the Heavens will be made manifest in the Earth! Walk in the power given you and trample the enemy. You can destroy the works of the enemy by speaking forth the word of truth!

So check the words you speak. 

Are they words of life, that reach into a soul and bring life.  

Or do they give glory to the work of the enemy? 

I challenge you this day to line up the words you speak with My words. 

Speak life into your circumstances, and do not bow down to the enemy's tactics - to have you come into agreement with what you see in the natural realm. All power belongs to Me and I have given it to you.  

So speak words of life and you will see a lifeless situation change. 

This is the greatest, most powerful weapon given to you, so use it!

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

Matthew 19:26 - But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with GOD all things are possible.

2 Corinthians 4:13 - We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak;

Lord, Shine Your Light Into My Life (10.28.13)

There will be days when things don't just go wrong, they self-destruct totally. 

When we feel we've gotten as low as we possible can, something else comes along to drive us deeper into the pit. From those depths there is only one place to turn and that place is in GOD's arms. 

He has seen all, 
He knows how you feel, 
and He patiently waits to take you into His arms. 
To comfort and soothe you. 

When we feel pushed beyond our ability to cope, 
it is good to know GOD is there 
for those who call upon His Holy name.

- Prayer - 
Father, 
In times of total darkness, 
shine Your light into my life. 

Help me to pick myself up 
and start again. 

Give me strength Lord, 
to bear the cross you have given me to carry. 

You said you would never leave me nor forsake me. 
I will stand on your word Lord. 

Amen

Simple Trust & Faith (10.27.13)

Beloved,
Although you cannot see the way clearly, and you are not sure of your direction, it does not mean that I am not in control.  For just as the night turns into morning, so will you see that I worked in the darkness, where you could not see.

As a seed is hidden in the soil and takes time to manifest.  My blessings also take time to manifest in your life. Just because they did not manifest immediately, or at the time you think they should have, it does not mean that I am not working in your life.

Simple trust and faith is what you need to have, in Me. Just rest in faith, believing that I am working where you cannot see. Trust that even when you rest, I continue to prepare the way for you. Trust that even when you are unfaithful, I continue to be faithful.

I will accomplish the blessings that I have promised you. I will continue to work in your life to bring to light the things that are hidden. So do not look at what you can see with your natural eyes, but look to Me alone.

Take My hand and put your trust in Me once again. Then just as My servant Abraham had trust in Me and saw everything come to pass that I promised him, you will also see the same miracles take place in your life.

Simple trust and faith are the keys to opening the doors ahead of you. So have faith and trust in Me once again.  For soon the daylight will come and all My promises will manifest in your life.

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

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. 

Stay Faithful; Keep Your Faith Level High (10.26.13)

Be ready to receive and expect a major blessing that is about to come your way. 

Your patience and sowing into the Kingdom has not gone unnoticed. 

Neither has your steadfastness through hard times gone unseen. 

He is the GOD of breakthroughs. His timing is always perfect and right on time. You have learned priceless, invaluable lessons during this wilderness season of your life.  Lessons that you could not have learned unless you were in the situations you were in.

Stay faithful; keep your faith level high. 

Know that the Lord is always working on your behalf. 

Soon you shall see spiritual blessings poured out in such magnitude, that you won’t be able to contain them. The gifts from God are for those who have ears to hear, and the heart to receive it, by faith. The winds of change are in the heavens and they are coming your way.

Be ready to receive.

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

Malachi 3:10b - If I will not open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you such blessing that there will not be room enough to receive it.

Rise Up, Take a Step of Faith & Move on My Word (10.25.13)

Beloved,

I know that you have faith, 

but it’s time you do more than just believe in My Word. 

Even satan believes My Word and trembles when he hears it. 

It is time for you to put aside procrastination, 

and act on My Word. 

It’s time for you to rise up, take a step of faith 

and move on My Word. 

Don’t postpone another moment in your day. 

Do everything within your power to move forward 

with what you are believing Me for.

And have complete trust in Me to do the rest.

It’s going to take action on your part to receive the blessing that is waiting for you. 

You will have to move one way or the other, 

you either have faith in Me or you don’t. 

Your spiritual life hangs in the balance. 

I require absolute surrender from you. 

Set into motion your heart and all of its components. 

Do not let anything delay your move any longer. 

It’s time to stop talking about faith in Me, 

and start acting on it. 

Don’t let your faith lie dormant.

James 2:19-26 - Thou believest that there is one GOD; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble. But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works is dead? Was not Abraham our father justified by works, when he had offered Isaac his son upon the altar? Seest thou how faith wrought with his works and BY WORKS WAS FAITH MADE PERFECT? And the scripture was fulfilled which saith, Abraham believed GOD, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the Friend of GOD. Ye see then how that BY WORKS A MAN IS JUSTIFIED, AND NOT BY FAITH ONLY. Likewise also was not Rahab the harlot JUSTIFIED FY WORKS, when she had received the messengers, and had sent them out another way? For as the body without the spirit is dead, SO FAITH WITHOUT WORKS IS DEAD ALSO. 

Rest in Faith (10.24.13)

My Child,

When you have done your best, 

and it doesn't seem to be enough, 

rest. 

Come into My presence and rest; no more stress or striving. 

Just rest. 

After you have done all you can do, stand in faith and allow Me to bring this process to completion. When everything around you is chaotic, trust Me to lead you into the peace that’s needed to calm the storm. 

Let Me relieve you of your burdens. 

I will do what you cannot do. 

I am more than able to bring you through. 

I am your place of safety, your refuge in times of trouble, 

but you must trust Me.  

Rest in faith knowing that all is in My hands.

So when you are faced with things that are beyond your control,
turn it over to Me and rest in faith.  Knowing that all is well.

Psalm 37:7a - Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him:

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

Psalm 107:29 - He maketh the storm a calm, so that the waves thereof are still. 

 

The Life You Are Living Is Being Smiled Upon (10.23.13)

James 1:4 - But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.

Beloved,
When you don’t feel My presence, do you feel as though you have done something wrong? Why are you feeling as though you are not going forward in your walk with Me? Those thoughts are not from Me, let them go. The enemy wants you to think and feel that way.  he wants you to doubt you ever heard My voice.  Know that I am allowing you this time to rest in Me, while I prepare your body for your next mission. Don’t allow the enemy to confuse you.

Don’t worry that you aren’t kept busy all the time. You must know you are with Me, and I am with you. The life you are living is being smiled upon. Take this time to pray to Me, to worship Me, to learn of Me, to come and sit at My feet. Please be patient, beloved.

While you wait in silence, or what you think is silence, this is My chance to give you new life.  Some things take time for Me to show My children.  If I gave you what you are asking for on your time, you wouldn’t be ready to receive it. Remember, all things work together for the good of those who love Me and are called according to My purpose. I know that you love Me, and you know that I called you.  So please be patient.

Please do not call our quiet time together wasted time. I do not waste one second. If you are patient, I will turn all of your doubts and fears into something you will laugh about later. Rest in Me and be patient. Use this time to meditate with Me. What you consider as a move backward, is necessary in My process. I am controlling all of your time. I see all your moves. I know all your thoughts.  And I know all your ways. For I know the plans that I have for you.  Plans to prosper you and not to harm you.  Plans to give you hope and a future. Please be patient.

Remember how you trusted Me in the past to work in you? You were so pleased with what we accomplished, so please trust Me now. You’ve come too far, don’t doubt Me now. I have never broken one promise. Things haven’t changed. I haven’t changed. I cannot change. I will bring to pass all that I have promised. For I am GOD, I changeth not.

In Your Life & Your Work, Glorify the Lord (10.22.13)

Beloved,

Break out of the boxes you have put yourselves in. 

Break out of the box you have put Me in. 

Look beyond the mountains in front of you. 

I have given you faith and authority to say to this mountain, move; 

and it shall be moved. 

Do not let any natural thing put limits on you, 

for I am a GOD who has long arms. 

My arms are not too short to provide, 

nor are my ears deaf to your prayers. 

For My eyes have seen the wickedness 

that has and is surrounding you, 

but I tell you, I will be glorified. 

I will be glorified in your life. 

I will be glorified in your work. 

I will be glorified. 

Evil will run from My glory, 

and I will allow My glory to fall upon you. 

You are My vessels to be used for My glory.

Seek Me in the midst of your trials, 

and you will see My glory manifest in every situation you face.

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

Thank God for what you have. 

Trust God for what you need.

Walk in the Supernatural and Accomplish the Impossible (10.21.13)

Child of Mine,
It is time to stop limiting Me in your thinking and in your expectations.

I am the GOD of all power and all might, and I can do all things.
I am able to do far more than you can think or imagine.

I am looking for those who are willing to set aside their own plans and goals,
in order to embrace Mine.
Just as My Son did when He walked this earth.

I want to show you what it means to walk in the supernatural
and to accomplish the impossible.
I want to teach you what it means to live in the realm of faith,
while the mountains before you are being removed.

This is a time and a season where I want to show
My glory, My power and My great love to all men and women;
so that many who are lost, might come to believe in me.
I am seeking those who are willing to trust Me and to listen for my small still voice.

Beloved, learn to trust Me.  Then watch how I will bless you and bring My glory and peace into your life. What problem could you possibly have that I cannot handle? What obstacle is before you that is too hard for Me to remove? There is not one thing on this earth that is beyond my control. I am greater than all things, and I can indeed do all things through the power that was given to Me from my Father.

It is time for My people to stop doubting Me and walk in faith.

I am able to exceed your expectations, if only you will learn to put your trust in Me.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take. - Proverbs 3:5-6

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

Open Your Spiritual Eyes (10.20.13)

My Child,

Do not worry about those who have come against you and who have seemingly shut you out. 
Open your spiritual eyes and you will see there are more people standing with you than there are against you. For I have both seen and heard, what has been done to you. I am not hindered by their actions, and neither should you be. Don’t be envious of what they are doing, for soon they will be cut down. You have been chosen to stand in My name and do the work I have called you to do. 
So stand in My name.

The enemy would like you to think that the door is shut against you, but it is only an illusion. The enemy can’t shut any doors that I have opened, nor can he open a door that I have closed. I have all power! You are to commit all that you are doing unto Me so that you will prosper in My name. Let Me be concerned about what the enemy is doing, I need you to stay focused on Me.

So, rise up and begin walking forth once more. 

Don’t allow the enemy to hinder the work that we have begun. You have only just begun to walk in My Name. You have only just begun to see My miracles that I will do, as you speak My Word. There is so much I have yet to show you.

You are anointed and chosen before Me. So stand strong in the authority I have imparted in you to defeat the enemy standing in your way. Speak to the mountains, and go now for the door is open. 

I AM with you, and I am always right on time. 
Now rise up, and do what I have told you to do!

- My Prayer Confession - 

Heavenly Father, 

Oh Lord thank you for helping me to understand 
that I shouldn’t be concerned about 
those who have come against me. 

I know for greater is He who is in me 
than he who is in this world. 
I know You are also standing with me 
and by me as I face my battles, 
and with You Lord, I can stand against anything and anyone.

I am suited up in Your armour Lord.

And yes Lord, we are victorious in Your mighty Name! 

Amen

Fighting Uphill Battles (10.19.13)

You are fighting an uphill battle. 

It is as if you are swimming upstream or against the incoming tide. 

This is a battle you feel you are losing. 
Now I say unto you, My ways are not your ways. 
You are right, this battle is too difficult for you. 
I will take it over and fight on your behalf.

Let this be a time of rejoicing, 
because I will rescue you from all that has come against you. 
But for some reason you do not feel worthy. 
Again, you are right, 
you are not worthy based upon your flesh, 
but in your spirit I have placed you in right standings with Me. 

I have given you My identity. 
My name is your name. 
My destiny is your destiny. 

Stand still, watch and see what I will do for you.  

2 Chronicles 20:17-18 - "You will not need to fight in this battle... Position yourselves, stand still and see the salvation of the LORD, who is with you, O Judah and Jerusalem!  Do not fear or be dismayed; tomorrow go out against them, for the LORD is with you." And Jehoshaphat bowed his head with his face to the ground, and all Judah and the inhabitants of Jerusalem bowed before the LORD, worshiping the LORD. (NKJV) 

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

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

A Prayer for Grace, Peace and Strength (10.18.13)

Heavenly Father,

Thank you for waking me up this morning to see a new day. 

Father GOD, rescue me from the craziness that is surrounding me. 
Be my refuge when life becomes so hectic that I feel as though I am falling apart as my circumstances consume me. Lift me out of the race and grant me rest, Lord . 

I know that all things are in your hands and that all power was given to you when you died and rose on the third day. You are the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end of all things. 

Give me grace and peace today, 
while assuring me that you are with me always. 

When my heart is broken, because of my circumstances, help me to keep trusting in you; regardless of what I see with my natural eyes, because you are a GOD of supernatural miracles. 

There is no problem that is beyond your control. 

The things that satan meant for evil, you have promised to turn around for my good. 

Help me to continue to stand, fight and believe in the things you have promised me. 

You do not lie and you cannot lie because you are holy. 
Therefore I will believe the word of GOD. 

I thank you for this day Lord and I love you.   

Amen

We Must Trust and Believe that "It Is Done" (10.17.13)

My Child,

You said you would trust Me 

to take care of you and all your needs.  

So why are you allowing the enemy 

to fill your heart with worry?  

Will worrying improve your circumstances?  No, it won’t.  

It will only keep you in bondage to the enemy.  I hold your future in My hands, and I know the end from the beginning.  All I want you to do is to have complete trust in Me; and allow Me to lead you out of your difficulties.

Whenever you allow your heart to be filled with worry, you give permission to the enemy to create the very circumstances that you fear.  You invite him to lead you and control you, instead of Me.  And he will always lead you down the wrong path.  he will always lead you back to him.

I have not been too busy to notice the difficulties that you face.  I see what you are going through and I have not forgotten you.  I know all about your problems and the desires of your heart.  I have already taken care of them, but you have to believe that it is done.  You have to trust in My word and know that the desires of your heart will be fulfilled.

And when I lead you in a direction that you do not understand, do not doubt and do not think that I am doing this to hurt you.  I am leading you so you can avoid something that would cause you harm.  I am taking you by the best possible route to your desired destination.  Just trust Me.

Do not believe the lies that the enemy has tried to put in your mind, for he wants to stop you from hearing My voice and following Me.  Rebuke those thoughts of fear and continue to listen for My still voice within. 

Cast your cares on Me and know that I care for you.  

Then your cares will vanish, the clouds will clear, 

and the sun will shine brightly once again.  

Then you will see My hand reaching out to you, 

to lead along the path of joy and blessings that I have for you.

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

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

1 Peter 5:7  - Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. 

Praise is a Powerful Tool in Our Spiritual Arsenal (10.15.13)

Attitude can transform anything and everything – thoughts, habits, and perspectives.

We can literally change our lives by changing the way we think. In Isaiah 26:3 (NLT), we find the promise, "You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in You, whose thoughts are fixed on You." 

A mind filled with thoughts fixed on GOD will produce a heart filled with praise – and praise is a powerful tool in our spiritual arsenal.

Praise brings healing to our spirit. When we honestly express our trust in GOD, and then choose to give thanks, healing begins. Praise provides a highway upon which the Father conveys deliverance and blessing. Praise invites GOD to take up residence in the midst of our messy lives, and becomes a free-flowing conduit of GOD's very presence, and power, at work in us.

GOD funnels infinite blessings into a life that praises Him. 

Stress and anxiety fade as peace floods the heart and soul that is filled with praise for Jehovah. As we go through trials and tribulations, sometimes we become so distraught over our problems, that we choose not to praise GOD.  But it is at this very moment when you should press through, regardless of how you are feeling. 

GOD promised to never leave you nor forsake you.  

So praise His holy name, regardless of how you feel.  

Trusting, Growing and Faith-Walking (10.14.13)

Do you ever go the phone before you go to the throne? 

You know, me too. 

There are times when I fail to trust GOD with my prayers. And although I've been faith-walking with Him for a long time, there are still a million ways that I need to grow. There will always be ways for us to grow; and there will always be mistakes for us to work through.

Our relationship with GOD will grow as we continually turn to Him in prayer. Similarly, our trust in GOD grows as our relationship with Him grows.  I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master's business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you - John 15:15. 
Jesus counts us as his "friends".
How many of us would talk to our close friends
as infrequently as we talk to Jesus - our Creator and Redeemer? 

Of course, it's not like we can ignore the world around us and pray 24/7.  Right?  We are still going to go to work, spend time with friends and family, etc.; but in the midst of it all, Scripture instructs us to: Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of GOD in Christ Jesus for you - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. 

Continuous praying and spending quality time with GOD
will increase our faith and trust in the Father.

Blessings,

Marilyn Chaney

We Must Forgive as God Forgives Us - by Tracie Miles (10.13.13)

Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. Human anger does not produce the righteousness GOD desires - James 1:19–20 (NLT) 

I had been lied to, betrayed, and hurt. I was angry and felt I had every right to be. Anger crushed my desire to forgive. Although I'd asked GOD to fill my heart with mercy, I kept a running mental list of justifications for my anger that overrode my empty prayers. 

My internal dialogue was one big argument. One voice tried to convince me I was justified in remaining angry; another voice tried to persuade me that mercy was the right choice. For months, the loudest voice was the one that indulged my damaged emotions. I thought to myself, yes I have a right to be angry everyone would agree.  

Listening to the voice of bitterness and unforgiveness, I often lashed out with impatience and meanness. I could play the good Christian girl for short periods of time, but if something triggered my suppressed emotions; hostility and resentment catapulted to the surface. 

Reading Scripture one morning, I sensed GOD inviting me to consider the direction my anger was taking me and the damage it was doing. As I read the words from James 1, I couldn't help but notice how it says "everyone" should be slow to speak and slow to anger. This truth from GOD's Word left no room for my excuses or righteous indignation, even though I felt like my anger was justified. A few verses later, I read this: Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says - James 1:22. 

From a worldly perspective, I knew I had every right to be angry. But from GOD's perspective, my anger only added to the sin of the situation. My refusal to extend the same mercy and forgiveness GOD had given me was preventing me from living out the gospel. 

Through the words of James, GOD softened my heart. I acknowledged that although I said I'd forgiven this person with my words, I had not forgiven with my heart—and it was time to do so and move on. 

If we don't forgive those who wrong us GOD will not forgive us of our sins.

  --  Written by Tracie Miles

God Trusts You & So You Must Trust Yourself (10.12.13)

Jeremiah 1:4-12 - Then the word of the LORD came unto Me, saying, Before I formed thee in the belly, I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations. Then said I, Ah, Lord GOD! Behold, I cannot speak: for I am a child. But the LORD said unto Me, Say not, I am a child: for thou shalt go to all that I shall send thee, and whatsoever I command thee thou shalt speak. Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the LORD. Then the LORD put forth his hand, and touched My mouth. And the LORD said unto Me, Behold, I have put My words in thy mouth. See, I have this day set thee over the nations and over the kingdoms, to root out, and to pull down, and to destroy, and to throw down, to build, and to plant. Moreover, the word of the LORD came unto Me, saying, Jeremiah, what seest thou? And I said, I see a rod of an almond tree. Then said the LORD unto Me, Thou hast well seen: for I will hasten My word to perform it.
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Beloved,
Why do you listen to those unkind words?
They are not from Me. 
Start trusting the gifts that I have given you.
Stop doubting yourself. 

The enemy is trying to convince you, that you will fail.  he is trying to convince you that you didn't hear My voice. If he can do this, he will have victory over you. Not only will he have victory over you, but he will rob others that are waiting to be blessed by you. 
I need you to go forth and bless My people.

I know you may feel insecure and insignificant; even like a child at times. But believe Me, at this very moment you are being delivered from that mindset.  I AM going to place you in a position that demands more from you, than you think you have.

I know you already feel like you are being stretched. 
I AM giving you these challenging assignments 
to break the confinements
caused by your unbelief's.

If I trust you, why can’t you trust yourself?
I created you.
Do you not think
that I know more about you, than you do?

Trust Me, you will get through this.  

- I Am Who Am

Praise the Lord & Bless His Name through ALL Things (10.11.13)

My Child,
It brings delight to My heart
when you can praise Me in the midst of your storm.  
Even though you are going through a distressful time,
praise should be on your lips. 

I know that you may not feel like it,
but when you are faced with a storm,
lifting up My name in praise should be the first thing you do.

Before you cry, bless My name.  
Before you reach out to anyone, bless My name.  
Before the enemy tries to make you believe I don’t care, bless My name.   
Even though you may seem overwhelmed, bless My name.

This is the right way to conquer all that troubles you.  Yes, it is hard to do when you are hurting, but it is the right thing to do.  When you bless My name first, you open up the line of communication between you and Me.  Then, along with your praise, let your requests and let your cries be known. 

I will hear.  I will come to deliver you from all your fears.

Sing praises and blessings to My name, and you will see that I am faithful to do My part.  Your sorrow will be turned into joy; and you will find that those things which troubled you, will be carried away in a cloud of praise.

Signed,
Our Father

Beloved, Rely on Me and Turn to Me for I Am the Only Way, says the Lord (10.9.13)

Beloved,
In case you need a reminder, 
I hold all the keys to every door, lock, and obstacle imaginable. 

Sometimes it's easy to get caught up
in the commotion of events surrounding you, 
and you forget that I am the answer to every problem.
There is not one issue that is too big,
nor too small, for Me to overcome. 

Rely on Me, when you are down and out. 

Turn to Me,  before you discover that anything
you try to do on your own,
without having Me in it,
will fail.

I am the only way, says the Lord. 
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John 14:6 - Jesus told him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me. (NLT) 

Stand Still, Stop Struggling and Turn It Over to the Lord (10.8.13)

A story is told of a man taking a trip on an old wooden sailing ship. 

He was out of the deck one day and saw one of the crew-members climbing the ropes, going up to the crow's nest. When he was about half way up, the ship pitched to one side and he was thrown overboard. When he fell into the water, he began to scream for help. 
His arms were flailing about wildly as he struggled to survive.

The traveler watched as a sailor walked over to the rail of the ship, and calmly observed the man in the water. After a short while the man in the water became tired, he stopped fighting as he began to sink. Immediately, the sailor standing by the rail jumped overboard and rescued the drowning victim.

After both men were safely on board, the traveler went over to the rescuer and asked, "Why did you wait so long to jump in the water and rescue this man?" He calmly replied, "I have found that as long as a man is struggling in the water, there is a greater chance that he will get us both killed if I jump in too quickly, and try to save him. I have learned that it is better to let them struggle awhile, and when they finally come to the end of their own strength, only then I can jump in and rescue them."

Are you like the drowning man in the story?
Have you fallen from your place of comfort and safety?
Are you struggling just to survive? Have you cried out to GOD
to come and rescue you immediately,
and He hasn't answered you yet?

It is possible that the Lord is waiting until you have come to the end of yourself, and stopped struggling? When you finally admit that you can't save yourself.
When you finally realize that this battle is too big for you.
When you finally turn it over to the Lord,
then GOD will jump into the water and save you!

Hear what the Lord is saying to you this day, "STAND STILL, and know that I am GOD". You have done all you know to do, now STAND STILL, STOP STRUGGLING, and allow Me to do what needs to be done. Stop trying to figure out what I am doing, and STAND STILL and see the salvation of the Lord performed in your life, this day. 

"Turn it over to Me.  Let go.  And let Me work it out for you," says the Lord. 

STAND STILL AND STOP STRUGGLING

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Psalms 46:10 - Be STILL, and know that I am GOD.

Exodus 14:13 - And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, STAND STILL, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you to day:

Ephesians 6:13 - Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of GOD,that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, TO STAND. 

Another Season of New Beginnings (10.7.13)

This is another season of new beginnings.

And in order to enter into this new season, you must leave the past completely behind. 

However, for many of you, it seems like the past won't let go of you! 
This is a spiritual condition in which you must deliberately cut off those things
that seem to hold you back, by removing yourself emotionally and mentally
from the ties that bind. 

Freedom awaits; go forth with new hope and joy, says the Lord.

Galatians 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage.

- A prayer for you -
That the peace of GOD
will flood your soul,
and send any fears holding you back, running.

So that the vision the Lord has given you,
will come to pass.

Amen

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

Firmly Reject All Unbelief! (10.6.13)

My Child,

I know how weary you are today.
I know you feel as though, 

you do not have the strength to lift your head up. 

Now is not the time to give up.  

Now is not the time to feel sorry for yourself.

Now is not the time to allow despair to take control of your life.  

Yes, in the natural, things may appear to be far gone or hopeless.

They aren't.

The seeds that were planted years ago, 

which remained in the darkness for the right time to bear fruit,
are coming forth.   

Firmly reject all unbelief!  

It is in the 'belief realm' where miracles, signs and wonders take place.  

Many things have failed to take place in your life due to unbelief. 

Remember you are not a quitter!  So do not entertain that thought.  

Remain strong during this time of uncertainty, 

so that you don’t find yourself on the outside looking in, 

due to doubt and unbelief.

Stand strong and be of good courage.

Joshua 1:9  - Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy GOD is with thee whithersoever thou goest.

2 Corinthians 15:7 - But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded." (NIV)

Psalm 27:14  - Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the LORD. 

Your Strength Lies in Your Fellowship, Faith and Trust in God (10.5.13)

Jeremiah 30:3 - 'For, behold, days are coming,' declares the Lord, 'when I restore the fortunes of My people Israel and Judah.' The Lord says, 'I will also bring them back to the land that I gave to their forefathers, and they shall possess it.'

My Child,
There are times when the storms of life can make you feel
as though all hope is lost.  
That no one cares and there is no way things can be ever be restored.  

The enemy would have you to think you’re never coming out of your dark valley experience.  I know all about what you are going through. I’ve already been through it for you. I can and will restore all that’s been lost, if you only trust in Me, believe what is written in My word, and come to Me and be still.

Yes My Child, you have gone through some fierce battles with the enemy. His main goal is to wear you down and get your attention off the vision I have given you. You must not allow him to do that. Your fellowship with Me is where your strength lies.  If the enemy can disturb your relationship with Me, he knows you will lose faith and everything else will collapse.

I am aware of every detail that has happened in your life, and I am working on your behalf to bring restoration to all that has been lost. Don’t faint, and don’t grow weary in your season of waiting on Me. 

I have not forsaken you, nor have I forgotten you. Even though you can’t see a way out of what you are going through, trust in Me; the way has been provided. 

Stand strong in My Name, and lift up your head. 
Your restoration is closer than you think. 
All IS NOT LOST.


- A Prayer Confession -

Yes, Lord 
I admit there were times when I felt like I couldn't go on.  
I felt like all hope was gone and I thought You had forgotten about me. 

I know you didn't forget about me,
and I thank You Father for not giving up on me.

Father, you allowed me the chance to repent and come back home. 
I know You are with me.  I know you are helping me to stand on Your Word. 

When I am weak, I will feast on the Word of GOD 
for that is where my strength lies.

Amen

  

God Has Destined You to Have a Most Abundant Life (10.3.13)

My Child,
This is the season to press into Me.
Keep your eyes fixed on Me, 
for I am the one who cares and loves you. 

Draw nigh unto Me.  Seek Me daily.  
For I am there, in the midst of the storms. 
I desire for My people to walk in My light.
To let go of self and arise and shine for Me. 

For I am the one that has destined you to have a most abundant life.

I desire for you to walk in My righteousness and be filled; over flowing in My love.
For I am the mountain mover.  Nothing is to big for Me.
There is much tribulation, many things happening in the world;
but pay that no mind.  
Follow after Me. 

For I am the Way and Truth. 
I desire that you be used by Me, 
to soar triumphantly above the ways of the world. 
Soar with Me in a higher realm.  
Overcome all fear, all doubt; and be blessed and used by Me.
Allow My spirit to flow through you freely, 
springing up a fountain, that will not go dry. 
Keep your focus on Me, the One who has come to set the captives free.
Keep your eyes on Me, and things of Me, and not the desires of the world. 

Let your flesh and self die,
and be endued with power and authority to overcome in this season.
For I am a mighty God. 
I am removing every negative thought, as you let go of self.
Follow after Me. 

Look to Me!
For I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life! 
I am your Light.  
Follow Me, be used of Me!

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


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

Such Times as These Build Faith & Endurance, If You Overcome (10.2.13)

Let not your heart be troubled. 

The Lord has heard your cries and deep anguish over your situation; and the circumstances surrounding you at this time. 

'You have never been in a situation like this before, but that is all right,' says the Lord. 

It is natural that you should be shocked a bit. 
Such times as these build your faith and endurance, if you overcome. 

And overcome you will, because the Overcomer lives in you.

GOD is on your side.  Our Lord is committed to us by an eternal covenant.  It is His intention that you win this race and bring home the crown of victory. 

Now let God's peace and joy enter your heart and find expression in your countenance. 
This is a test you will pass with flying colors.

Psalms 10:17-18 - O LORD, You have heard the desire of the humble; You will strengthen their heart, You will incline Your ear to vindicate the orphan and the oppressed, so that man who is of the earth will no longer cause terror.

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

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

Continue to Walk and Do Not Give Up! (10.1.13)

Beloved,
I am saying to you today, continue to walk and do not give up! 

The road that you are on, it is My plan for you. 

I know at times you have felt as though you were being pushed against a rock, and the temptation has been so strong that you almost decided to just turn around and go with the flow. You wanted to give up a few times and just write your walk off as a bad idea, because it was too hard to keep pushing.

Some of you even feel this way right now. You're feeling as though you just want to drop everything and take the easier path.  Just do as everybody else is doing. But, you know you can’t do that. You know the journey you’re on is different from their walk. So walk on and do not give up. 

You are walking on the road that I have chosen for you. You are going through these difficulties because My ways are not the world's ways. My ways are different, and at times they might seem completely strange to you. But, know that what you have heard Me speak, and the road you have been placed on, it is of Me. I have done this.

I am right there with you. I want you to give up struggling, stop trying to get it right and just walk on the path that I have set before you. Don’t push against the rock with your own strength.  Surrender all to My will and accept that I indeed have the best plan for you. My strong arms will lead you through this bumpy journey.  One step at a time.

My child, I know the cost of what you’re going through; but rest assure that this is a small price to pay for the reward that I have for you. Know that if you commit to My ways, lay your own visions and ideas down - the blessings I have for you will overtake you in every area of your life. The blessings I have waiting for you are nothing short of wonderful.

Give up the struggle and stop trying to figure out what I am doing. 
Allow Me to guide you. 
If we walk this road of blessings together, nothing will be able to stand in your way.

Isaiah 55:8 -9 - For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith 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.

2 Corinthians 4:1 - Therefore, since we have this ministry through the mercy shown to us, we do not get discouraged. (ISV)

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