#ScriptureReflection - Job 9:1-12, 14-16 (9.30.20)

Job answered his friends and said:

I know well that it is so;
but how can a man be justified before God?
Should one wish to contend with him,
he could not answer him once in a thousand times.
God is wise in heart and mighty in strength;
who has withstood him and remained unscathed?

He removes the mountains before they know it;
he overturns them in his anger.
He shakes the earth out of its place,
and the pillars beneath it tremble.
He commands the sun, and it rises not;
he seals up the stars.

He alone stretches out the heavens
and treads upon the crests of the sea.
He made the Bear and Orion,
the Pleiades and the constellations of the south;
He does great things past finding out,
marvelous things beyond reckoning.

Should he come near me, I see him not;
should he pass by, I am not aware of him;
Should he seize me forcibly, who can say him nay?
Who can say to him, “What are you doing?”

How much less shall I give him any answer,
or choose out arguments against him!
Even though I were right, I could not answer him,
but should rather beg for what was due me.
If I appealed to him and he answered my call,
I could not believe that he would hearken to my words.

 

 

#ScriptureReflection - Isaiah 19 (9.29.20)

Message to Egypt

19 The [mournful, inspired] oracle (a burden to be carried) concerning Egypt:

Listen carefully, the Lord is riding on a swift cloud and is about to come to Egypt;
The idols of Egypt will tremble at His presence,
And the heart of the Egyptians will melt within them.

² 

“So I will provoke Egyptians against Egyptians;
And they will fight, each one against his brother and each one against his neighbor,
City against city, kingdom against kingdom.

³ 
“Then the spirit of the Egyptians will become exhausted within them and emptied out;
And I will confuse their strategy,
So that they will consult the idols and the spirits of the dead,
And mediums and soothsayers.

⁴ 

“And I will hand over the Egyptians to a hard and cruel master,
And a mighty king will rule over them,” declares the Lord God of hosts.

⁵ 
The waters from the sea will dry up,
And the river will be parched and dry.

 
⁶ 
The canals will become foul-smelling,
The streams of Egypt will thin out and dry up,
The reeds and the rushes will rot away.
 

⁷ 
The meadows by the Nile, by the edge of the Nile,
And all the sown fields of the Nile
Will become dry, be blown away, and be no more.
 

⁸ 
The fishermen will lament (cry out in grief),
And all those who cast a hook into the Nile will mourn,
And those who spread nets upon the waters will languish.
 

⁹ 
Moreover, those who make linen from combed flax
And those who weave white cloth will be ashamed.
 

¹⁰ 
[Those who are] the pillars and foundations of Egypt will be crushed;
And all those who work for wages will be grieved in soul.

 

¹¹ 
The princes of Zoan are complete fools;
The counsel of the Pharaoh’s wisest advisors has become stupid.
How can you say to Pharaoh,
“I am a son of the wise, a son of ancient kings?”
 

¹² 
Where then are your wise men?
Please let them tell you,
And let them understand what the Lord of hosts
Has purposed against Egypt [if they can].
 

¹³ 
The princes of Zoan have acted like fools,
The princes of Memphis are deluded [and entertain false hope];
Those who are the cornerstone of her tribes
Have led Egypt astray.
 

¹⁴ 
The Lord has mixed a spirit of distortion within her;
Her leaders have caused Egypt to stagger in all that she does,
As a drunken man staggers in his vomit.
 

¹⁵ 
There will be no work for Egypt
Which head or tail, [high] palm branch or [low] bulrush, may do.

 

¹⁶ In that day the Egyptians will become like [helpless] women, and they will tremble and be frightened because of the waving of the hand of the Lord of hosts, which He is going to wave over them. ¹⁷ The land of Judah [Assyria’s ally] will become a terror to the Egyptians; everyone to whom Judah is mentioned will be in dread of it, because of the purpose of the Lord of hosts which He is planning against Egypt.

 

¹⁸ In that day five cities in the land of Egypt will speak the language of [the Hebrews of] Canaan and swear allegiance to the Lord of hosts. One [of them] will be called the City of Destruction.

 

¹⁹ In that day there will be an altar to the Lord in the midst of the land of Egypt, and a memorial stone to the Lord near its border. ²⁰ It will become a sign and a witness to the Lord of hosts in the land of Egypt; for they will cry to the Lord because of oppressors, and He will send them a Savior, a [Great] Defender, and He will rescue them. ²¹ And so the Lord will make Himself known to Egypt, and the Egyptians will know [heed, honor, and cherish] the Lord in that day. They will even worship with sacrifices [of animals] and offerings [of produce]; they will make a vow to the Lord and fulfill it. ²² The Lord will strike Egypt, striking but healing it; so they will return to the Lord, and He will respond to them and heal them.

 

²³ In that day there will be a highway from Egypt to Assyria, and the Assyrians will come into Egypt and the Egyptians into Assyria; and the Egyptians will worship and serve [the Lord] with the Assyrians.

 

²⁴ In that day Israel will be the third party with Egypt and with Assyria [in a Messianic league], a blessing in the midst of the earth, ²⁵ whom the Lord of hosts has blessed, saying, “Blessed is Egypt My people, and Assyria the work of My hands, and Israel My heritage.”

 Source: AMP (Amplified Bible)

 

 

Stay Focused on God.... (9.28.20)

 

My Child,
Clear your mind of all negativity and disappointments
     and keep your eyes on Me.

Do not allow the forces of darkness to take you off course.  Be strong and steadfast. My Child, keep your mind on things of My Kingdom and ye shall have peace. the enemy continues to try to overcome your thinking with things that pertain to him and his dark kingdom. Rebuke him and declare the Blood of My Son Jesus over your life. This is a choice, and it takes discipline.  However, the more you keep your mind on Me, the more doors I Will open that will bless your life.

If you find yourself at a stand-still, and unsure of which way to go, seek Me for My Wisdom and My Guidance.

I Will be your Guiding Light and a Lamp unto your feet.
I Will keep you on the path which I have set for your life. 
I Will lead you through the valley of shadows
    that are trying to cloud your mind.
I Will bring you into a place of peace that goes beyond
     your natural understanding. 

My Child, the world in which you live is filled with the works of the enemy and it is getting worse by the minute. The signs and wonders I Am showing My Children, are signs that I Am returning any minute now. I Want you to be ready, because those who have not known Me will perish. 

 

Therefore, it is important that you always remember; you are in this world and not of this world. 

Do not allow yourself to be conformed to this world.
Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
So you can prove that greater is He that is in you,
     than he that is in the world.  

Trust Me in all circumstances.
Fill yourself with My Word.
For My Word will help you to remain calm.
For My Word will fill your soul with peace
     and assurance.

When you abide in Me, and let My Word abide in you, you can ask for what you will, and it shall be done.

Therefore, dwell in My Presence.
Stay focused on Me.
I Will cause you to triumph over the enemy.

I Will give peace to your soul.  

 

READ AND MEDITATE ON GOD'S WORD
1 Corinthians 15:58 - Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.

Philippians 4:7-8 - And the peace of GOD, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. 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.

Colossians 1:9-11 - For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding; That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of GOD; Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness

Romans 12:2 - And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of GOD.

1 John 4:4 - Ye are of GOD, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.

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

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

#ScriptureReflection - Matthew 21:28-32 (9.27.20)

Jesus said to the chief priests and elders of the people:
"What is your opinion?

A man had two sons.
He came to the first and said,
'Son, go out and work in the vineyard today.'
He said in reply, 'I will not, '
but afterwards changed his mind and went.

The man came to the other son and gave the same order.

He said in reply, 'Yes, sir, ‘but did not go.

Which of the two did his father's will?"

They answered, "The first."
Jesus said to them, "Amen, I say to you,
tax collectors and prostitutes
are entering the kingdom of God before you.
When John came to you in the way of righteousness,
you did not believe him;
but tax collectors and prostitutes did.

Yet even when you saw that,
you did not later change your minds and believe him." 

 

 

#ScriptureReflection - Psalm 119:25-48 (9.26.20)

Daleth

²⁵ I lie in the dust;
    revive me by your word.
²⁶ I told you my plans, and you answered.
    Now teach me your decrees.
²⁷ Help me understand the meaning of your commandments,
    and I will meditate on your wonderful deeds.
²⁸ I weep with sorrow;
    encourage me by your word.
²⁹ Keep me from lying to myself;
    give me the privilege of knowing your instructions.
³⁰ I have chosen to be faithful;
    I have determined to live by your regulations.
³¹ I cling to your laws.
    Lord, don’t let me be put to shame!
³² I will pursue your commands,
    for you expand my understanding.

 

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³³ Teach me your decrees, O Lord;
    I will keep them to the end.
³⁴ Give me understanding and I will obey your instructions;
    I will put them into practice with all my heart.
³⁵ Make me walk along the path of your commands,
    for that is where my happiness is found.
³⁶ Give me an eagerness for your laws
    rather than a love for money!
³⁷ Turn my eyes from worthless things,
    and give me life through your word.^[b]
38 Reassure me of your promise,
    made to those who fear you.
³⁹ Help me abandon my shameful ways;
    for your regulations are good.
⁴⁰ I long to obey your commandments!
    Renew my life with your goodness.

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⁴¹ Lord, give me your unfailing love,
    the salvation that you promised me.
⁴² Then I can answer those who taunt me,
    for I trust in your word.
⁴³ Do not snatch your word of truth from me,
    for your regulations are my only hope.
⁴⁴ I will keep on obeying your instructions
    forever and ever.
⁴⁵ I will walk in freedom,
    for I have devoted myself to your commandments.
⁴⁶ I will speak to kings about your laws,
    and I will not be ashamed.
⁴⁷ How I delight in your commands!
    How I love them!
⁴⁸ I honor and love your commands.
    I meditate on your decrees.

 

 Source: NLT (New Living Translation)

 

Keep Your Eyes Fixed on God's Son Jesus, Not on the World...... (9.25.20)

 

 

My Children,
I Hear your deepest concerns, especially for those of you who feel like you are watching others receive their blessings. Now, some of you question - and wonder - what is wrong with you; and if your promises will ever happen. At times, some of you are so desperate for a blessing, that you try to make things happen in your own strength. When your attempts fail, you feel forsaken and defeated.  And you wonder, why even try. 
 
For too many of you, the enemy is working overtime trying to undermine your faith.  Hoping that you will walk away from Me, My Son and My Holy Spirit - and give up. However, all the enemy actually can do is "try."  his weak attempts will fail, but only if you keep your eyes on Me, My Son & My Holy Spirit - at all times.....  

Do not worry about what others are doing. They have their own instructions and their own problems. Remember My Words to you, and do not allow the voices of the enemy to draw you away from Me, and rob you of your peace.

I Have not forsaken you, nor have I Forgotten about the Words, My Words, that I Spoke over your life. I Will not leave you comfortless.  Do not allow the enemy to taunt you anymore.

I Am with you. 

The plan I Created for your life is perfect.
It is a straight and narrow plan.
It is a plan that will lead you to Me.
It is a Perfect Plan.....

Now, I Have given you specific instructions.  Follow them, and you will reach your destination. Please keep your eyes on My Son, Jesus Christ; and not the world. Stay in My Word, and you will see the glorious things I Created for those who desire more of Me and for those who stay focused on My Son's Teachings; and not the world.

I Am the Lord your God.

I Am with you.
I Will never leave.

Take your eyes off the lives of others.
Follow the plan for your life.
And you will reach your destination.

 

 

Read and Meditate on God's Word

Psalm 73:2-3 - But as for me, I almost lost my footing. My feet were slipping, and I was almost gone. For I envied the proud when I saw them prosper despite their wickedness.

Psalm 73:16-17 - So I tried to understand why the wicked prosper. But what a difficult task it is! Then I went into your sanctuary, O GOD, and I finally understood the destiny of the wicked.

1 Peter 5:8 - Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: 

Matthew 7:14 - Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it. 

John 14:18 - I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. 

1 Corinthians 2:9 - But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.

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

 

 

 

 

God's Authority (9.24.20)

My Precious One,
I Want you to rise up, and break off the shackles that bind you.

Do not sit there in torment, crying out to Me to help you, for I Have already given you My Authority.

Use what I Have given to you, for it is more than sufficient to gain victory over the works of satan. Stop allowing things to happening to you, and use My Authority, the authority I Have given to you, to make changes in your life.  

Have I not said, No one can enter a strong man's house and plunder his goods, unless he first bind the strong man. - Mark 3:27?   You have My Holy Spirit living within you, and I Have given you My Authority over the enemy and over infirmities.

Don't you realize that you are strong in Me?
So how is it that you have fallen into the role
     of helpless victim and offer no resistance?
How is it that you so easily allow the enemy
     of your souls to plunder your goods?

That is not My Will for you.  

Don't you realize that My Will for you is for victory and not defeat?

Have I not said in My Word that I Have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; and that nothing will harm you?

If I have given you My Authority, then don't you think the Authority - My Authority - that I Have placed in you is greater than the authority of your adversary? Of course, it is!So rise up and stop listening to the enemy's lies and do not surrender to him. Lift up My Name and cause change to happen in your life!
 

Choose to believe what I Have told you, instead
     of believing the lies of the enemy.
Choose to believe My Truth.
Choose to use the authority - My Authority -
     which I Have already given you.

Do not be complacent when the enemy comes to try to make you feel small and helpless. Rebuke him in My Mighty Name and with My Authority. Rise up, in My Authority, and command him to leave. Stand on My Word until you have complete victory, for I have given you My Authority.

Yes, I have given you My Authority, and I Want you to use it to accomplish My Will. My Will for you is to defeat the enemy of your soul, so that you will walk in My Victory, in My Peace, in My Prosperity and in My Fullness of Joy. 

Rise up, break off the shackles that bind you and be free in Me.
For I have given you the authority - My Authority!!

Exodus 14:14-16 - The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace. And the LORD said unto Moses, Wherefore criest thou unto me? Speak unto the children of Israel, that they go forward: But lift thou up thy rod, and stretch out thine hand over the sea, and divide it: and the children of Israel shall go on dry ground through the midst of the sea

#ScriptureReflection - Luke 9:1-6 (9.23.20)

Jesus summoned the Twelve and gave them power and authority
over all demons and to cure diseases,
and he sent them to proclaim the Kingdom of God
and to heal the sick.

He said to them, “Take nothing for the journey,
neither walking stick, nor sack, nor food, nor money,
and let no one take a second tunic.
 
Whatever house you enter, stay there and leave from there.
 
And as for those who do not welcome you,
when you leave that town,
shake the dust from your feet in testimony against them.”

Then they set out and went from village to village
proclaiming the Good News and curing diseases everywhere.


Source: NABRE (New American Bible Revised Edition)

Focus Your Attention on God's Grace....... (9.22.20)

My Child,

Focus your attention on My Grace, and not your problems. 

This is My Time.  And I Want to be glorified in your life.

Oh, how quickly some of you forget about My Grace, especially when a tough trial comes upon you.  How quickly some of you forget that My Grace is more than sufficient. If those of you who forget, would simply focus more on My Grace, and not your problems; those of you would know that I Will lead you safely through this storm.  My Grace enabled you to overcome your problems before, and with My Grace, you shall overcome these current problems, again.

Whether some of you realize this when constantly thinking and worrying about your problems; you allow them to become your god, and that not only places them in front of (before) Me; but it also shows a lack of trust in Me. 

I Am a jealous GOD.
Have no other god before Me. 

This is My Time in your life.
Think about My Grace and My Mercy.
For they will bring My Many Blessings, into your life.

Use your time wisely.
Use it to lift up My Name and to Praise Me.

To turn your prayers into praises of thanksgiving for what I Have done, for what I Am doing, and for what I Will do, in your life.

My Grace has carried you this far.
And My Grace will be more than sufficient,
      to see you through to the end.

Read and Meditate on God's Word

Exodus 34:14 - For thou shalt worship no other god: for the LORD, whose name is Jealous, is a jealous GOD: 

2 Corinthians 9:8 - And GOD is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work: 

2 Corinthians 12:9-10 - And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly, therefore, will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong. 

Hebrews 4:16 - Let us, therefore, come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.

1 Peter 5:10 - But the GOD of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, establish, strengthen, settle you.

Never Ever Lose Courage - God Is ALWAYS With You (9.21.20)

My Child,
You must believe that I Am with you, at ALL times, and that I Will NEVER leave you.

You must not stop trying, but you must keep pressing forward, ALWAYS believing in My Word.

Therefore, do not lose courage in this battle.  For I Am with you, to fight against your enemy.  Oh, how the enemy would love to see you give up and turn back.  For that would mean victory for him.  But he will not win this battle.

I Did not give you a spirit of fear.
And you know that you cannot quit.

It is not in you to quit.
I Did not Create you to quit.
You’ve come too far, to give up now.

You have My Holy Spirit in you.
And My Grace is with you.

And that is more than enough, to see you through every storm of life.

You must trust that I Am with you.

I Defeated the enemy, when my Son - Jesus Christ - died on the Cross; therefore, the enemy has no authority over you....  unless you give it to him.  Rise up, shake off the yoke of the enemy, and go forth in My Name.

Do not allow the enemy to gain any advantage over you.
Stand strong in My Name.
Stand strong in My Power, and
     refuse to give any place to the enemy.
Stand strong, for My Strength is made perfect in weakness. 
My grace is more than sufficient for you.
Therefore, stand strong, so that My Power may rest upon you.

 

Oh, My Precious Child, you are more than a conqueror, through Me; and you must never forget this.

Be encouraged, this day; and speak in My Name, speak My Son's Name, to the enemies who stand in your way.

Speak My Name, speak My Son's Name, and believe, that at the sound of My Name, at the sound of My Son's Name - they will flee. 

Do not lose courage.
I AM with you.
And let nothing separate you
     from Me.

~~~~
Stress makes you believe that everything has to happen right now. 
Faith reassures you that everything will happen in GOD's timing.
Have faith in GOD.
~~~~

READ AND MEDITATE ON GOD'S WORD

Deuteronomy 20:4 - For the LORD your GOD is he that goeth with you, to fight for you against your enemies, to save you.

Joshua 1:9 - Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your GOD is with you wherever you go.

2 Corinthians 12:9 - And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

Ephesians 6:10 - Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.

Romans 8:37-39 - Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of GOD, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Faith Believers,
I pray the peace of Jesus
     will flood your soul;
and destroy any fears
     holding you back.
So that the Vision
     Jesus has given you
will come to pass.
 -  Marilyn

You Must Keep Going...... (9.20.20)

My Children,

Some of you have felt like your work is in vain,
      and that you are not getting anywhere.
Some of you feel like you have been working
      the same spot over and over -- and still,
      some of you do not see a change.

Know that I Am right there with you.
Know that none of your work has been in vain.

I Have been there all along.  And as you have put your hand to the task faithfully, I Have always been working behind the scenes.  I Just need you to keep working.  I Just need you to keep trusting in Me.  Knowing that the rains are near; and that the many seeds you planted, will blossom.

My Blessing is upon you, and nothing can stop that. 

You must never forget that I Am The One who makes everything come together for your good. Just keep on pushing forward, in My Love; and keep on trusting, in My Power. 

I Have you in My Hand.
And I Want you to know
     that nothing has been in vain.
So you must keep going.

Not one moment has been wasted.

You must keep going.

READ AND MEDITATE ON GOD'S WORD

Psalm 9:10 - And those who know Your name will put their trust in You, for You, Lord, have not forsaken those who seek You.  

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

Hebrews 10:35 - Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. 

#ScriptureReflection - Proverbs 23 (9.19.20)

23 While dining with a ruler,
    pay attention to what is put before you.
² If you are a big eater,
    put a knife to your throat;
³ don’t desire all the delicacies,
    for he might be trying to trick you.

⁴ Don’t wear yourself out trying to get rich.
    Be wise enough to know when to quit.
⁵ In the blink of an eye wealth disappears,
    for it will sprout wings
    and fly away like an eagle.

⁶ Don’t eat with people who are stingy;
    don’t desire their delicacies.
⁷ They are always thinking about how much it costs.
    “Eat and drink,” they say, but they don’t mean it.
⁸ You will throw up what little you’ve eaten,
    and your compliments will be wasted.

⁹ Don’t waste your breath on fools,
    for they will despise the wisest advice.

¹⁰ Don’t cheat your neighbor by moving the ancient boundary markers;
    don’t take the land of defenseless orphans.
¹¹ For their Redeemer is strong;
    he himself will bring their charges against you.

¹² Commit yourself to instruction;
    listen carefully to words of knowledge.

¹³ Don’t fail to discipline your children.
    The rod of punishment won’t kill them.
¹⁴ Physical discipline
    may well save them from death.

¹⁵ My child, if your heart is wise,
    my own heart will rejoice!
¹⁶ Everything in me will celebrate
    when you speak what is right.

¹⁷ Don’t envy sinners,
    but always continue to fear the Lord.
¹⁸ You will be rewarded for this;
    your hope will not be disappointed.

¹⁹ My child, listen and be wise:
    Keep your heart on the right course.
²⁰ Do not carouse with drunkards
    or feast with gluttons,
²¹ for they are on their way to poverty,
    and too much sleep clothes them in rags.

²² Listen to your father, who gave you life,
    and don’t despise your mother when she is old.
²³ Get the truth and never sell it;
    also get wisdom, discipline, and good judgment.
²⁴ The father of godly children has cause for joy.
    What a pleasure to have children who are wise.
²⁵ So give your father and mother joy!
    May she who gave you birth be happy.

²⁶ O my son, give me your heart.
    May your eyes take delight in following my ways.
²⁷ A prostitute is a dangerous trap;
    a promiscuous woman is as dangerous as falling into a narrow well.
²⁸ She hides and waits like a robber,
    eager to make more men unfaithful.

²⁹ Who has anguish? Who has sorrow?
    Who is always fighting? Who is always complaining?
    Who has unnecessary bruises? Who has bloodshot eyes?
³⁰ It is the one who spends long hours in the taverns,
    trying out new drinks.
³¹ Don’t gaze at the wine, seeing how red it is,
    how it sparkles in the cup, how smoothly it goes down.
³² For in the end it bites like a poisonous snake;
    it stings like a viper.
³³ You will see hallucinations,
    and you will say crazy things.
³⁴ You will stagger like a sailor tossed at sea,
    clinging to a swaying mast.
³⁵ And you will say, “They hit me, but I didn’t feel it.
    I didn’t even know it when they beat me up.
When will I wake up
    so I can look for another drink?”

 Source: NLT (New Living Translation)

Stay Alert, Watch & Pray. Keep Pressing Forward, Keep Believing, Don't Stop Giving Your Testimony - You Are Headed for Greatness..... (9.18.20)

My Child,
Remember this: Whatsoever the devil tells you, believe the opposite; and you will find out what is really true. 

If he tells you that you will never make it - start shouting and jumping up and down, because now you know you are going to make it!  Since the devil is a liar, he is actually proclaiming your destiny and future in Me. Trust in My Word, and as you trust in Me AND I Will lift you up above your enemy.

I will extol thee, O Lord; for thou hast lifted me up
and hast not made my foes to rejoice over me!
- Psalm 30:1

the enemy may have hit you and knocked you down, but he will not rejoice over you.  he is not smart enough to know that he still doesn't have you. If anything, he is troubled as to why I May have allowed him to interfere. he knows you are Mine.  he knows that no one, including him, has the power nor the ability to pluck you out of My Powerful Hands....  And he cannot see what I Am about to do in your life.

Even now, the enemy is trying to remind some of you of the last time you "failed " Me.  Oh, but the enemy only saw when you stumbled.  But I Saw you when you "GOT BACK UP!"  When you confessed your sin, failure, and mistakes - I Forgave you and I Picked you back up. 

Yes Child, you are forgiven.
Do not look back!
Keep going!
YOU are headed for Greatness.

Remember, I Told you to stay alert, watch, and pray.

Never give the enemy a place in your life through unrighteous thoughts, words, or deeds. That is the only way he can win. You CAN overcome him, by the word of your testimony and the Blood of the Lamb, My Son, Jesus Christ.

So, do not be tempted to become weary and give up.

Keep pressing forward.
Keep believing.

You are headed for greatness!!

Read and Meditate on God's Word

Proverbs 24:16 - For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief. 

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. 

Romans 3:23 - For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of GOD; 

Romans 3:4 - Let GOD be true, but every man (and every devil) be a liar; as it is written, That thou mightiest be justified in thy sayings, and mightiest overcome when thou art judged.

Ephesians 4:27 - Neither give place to the devil. 

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

It Is Time for You to Come OUT of the Valley (9.17.20)

My Child,
Some of you have nearly lost hope of things ever-changing so that you can come out of the valley.

Some of you expected your breakthrough to happen before now. However, it may seem to you that your expectations were met with more defeat. Yes, it’s hard right now, but it won’t be this way forever. Trust Me.  My Word is True.

Remain faithful and refuse the temptation to fall into oppression. Do not allow anything to put out the flicker of hope that’s still burning bright for Me. If you allow My flicker of hope to die out, it will bring you down to the depths of hopelessness.

My Child, I Know you are greater than that.

Listen closely, because I Am Knocking. Open the door, for I Have My Renewed Hope waiting for you.

I Am The Way out that you seek.
Do not be weary in well‐doing.
For you will reap in due season,
      if you do not faint.

Today is the day to break the stronghold that has come against you and be victorious over every weapon the enemy has launched against you. Open the door and come out of the valley. 

The door of hope is open,.
Walk through it.

And cast off your worries and fears.

Faith Believers,
Within you is the power
     to rise above any situation or struggle;
     and become the brightest, strongest version of you ever.
But sometimes, you must come out of the valley to do it
   - Marilyn

Read and Meditate on God's Word

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

Isaiah 40:30-31 - Even the youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall utterly fall: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary, and they shall walk, and not faint.

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

There is nothing you will face today
      that GOD can't bring you through. 
So, let your faith be bigger
     than your fears. 

#ScriptureReflection - Zechariah 4:10 (9.16.20)

¹⁰ Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin, to see the plumb line in Zerubbabel’s hand.”
(The seven lamps represent the eyes of the Lord that search all around the world.)

Source: NLT (New Living Translation)

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¹⁰ For whoever has scorned such a day of small things will rejoice to see the capstone in the hand of Zerubbabel.

Resumption of the Vision: Explanation of Lamps and Trees.
“These seven are the eyes of the Lord that range over the whole earth.” 

Source: NABRE (New American Bible - Revised Edition)

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¹⁰ For who hath despised the day of small things? for they shall rejoice, and shall see the plummet in the hand of Zerubbabel with those seven; they are the eyes of the Lord, which run to and fro through the whole earth.

Source: KJV (King James Version)

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¹⁰ “Who dares despise the day of small things, since the seven eyes of the Lord that range throughout the earth will rejoice when they see the chosen capstone in the hand of Zerubbabel?”

Source: NIV (New International Version)

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¹⁰ Who [with reason] despises the day of small things (beginnings)? For these seven [eyes] shall rejoice when they see the plumb line in the hand of Zerubbabel. They are the eyes of the Lord which roam throughout the earth.”

Source: AMP (Amplified Bible)

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¹⁰ For who hath despised the day of small things? for these seven shall rejoice, and shall see the plummet in the hand of Zerubbabel; these are the eyes of Jehovah, which run to and fro through the whole earth.

Source: ASV (American Standard Version)

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¹⁰ For even someone who doesn’t think much of a day when such minor events take place will rejoice at seeing the plumbline in the hand of Z’rubavel. So these seven are the eyes of Adonai that range about over all the earth.”

Source: CJB (Complete Jewish Bible)

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Allow Jesus to Carry Your Load...... (9.15.20)

Beloved,
I See every concern; before it is ever formed as a thought.

I Know your heartʹs desire. However, some of you are still listening to the whispers of the enemy, before relying upon Me. Some of you are still continuing to try and do things your way.  I Carried the Cross - and the weight of the world - upon My Shoulders.  Surely I Can carry this, for you.

I Change not.
I Am the same yesterday.
Today.
And forever.

Allow Me to be in control.

Let go, trust Me, and see if I Will not open doors that have long since been locked. You cannot imagine the lengths that I Will (and that I Can) go to, for you.

My Hands are not shortened in any circumstance. Surely, this is a small thing for Me, so allow Me to carry it - while you patiently wait for Me to give you the desires of your heart.

Allow Me to hold you, guide you and
     continue to shape you into My Vessel,
     and know that My Favor is upon your life.

Read and Meditate on God's Word

Psalm 55:22 - Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.
 
Matthew 11:28-30 - Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. 


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

Follow in Jesus' Footsteps (9.14.20)

 

Beloved,
Follow in My Footsteps.
I Will never mislead you, for I Only
     do what My Father is doing.

I Watch Him, and I Follow Him.
Watch and follow Me.
And walk in My Perfect Will.  This is the will of My Father, for you. 

And doing My Father's Will shall bring you joy. When joy is not present in your life, that means you are moving in the wrong direction.  When you Follow Me, you are choosing to follow peace, love, and joy.

Look for My Footsteps to bring you into a greater fulfillment of My Blessings; however, understand that it comes with a cost. Sometimes a very very high cost.....  Every time you move in obedience, there is always a cost. You lay down part of yourself.  When you follow Me, your old nature dies; and you become a new person, as you take on My Image. The more you follow in My Footsteps, the more you leave this world behind. The more you become like Me, the more the enemy will try to destroy you.  But fear not, for I Am with you - and I Will not allow you to suffer more than you can bear.

I Will be your Strength when you  strive to follow My Example; and walk as I Walk.

As you see the direction of My Footsteps, follow in My Footsteps, and learn from Me.

I Am meek and gentle. 
I Want you to follow Me.
However, I Will not force
     My Ways upon you.

I Will allow you the freedom of choice, with every step you take.  I Do not want any soul to be lost, but I Also won’t force you to follow in My Footsteps. I Want you to truly know Me, The One you've chosen to follow, and the path you've chosen to take. 

'The Way' won't always be easy, but rest in knowing that I Will always be with you; and know that nothing shall overtake you. I Want you to follow Me willingly and with all your heart. 

And I Want you to trust, where I Am
     Leading you.
For I Know 'The Way' that you should go. 

READ AND MEDITATE ON GOD'S WORD

Isaiah 48:17 - Thus saith the LORD, thy Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel; I am the LORD thy GOD which teacheth thee to profit, which leadeth thee by the way that thou shouldest go.
 
John 12:26 - If any man serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there shall also my servant be: if any man serve me, him will my Father honour.
 
Luke 9:23 - And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.
 
1 Corinthians 10:13 - There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but GOD is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.

Job 23:10 - But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold. 

God has a Plan for Your Life. Follow Him. Trust Him. Take the Next Step..... (9.13.20)

My Child,
I Have a plan for your life.

I Brought you into this world to fulfill that plan.

It is the best plan that anyone could ever make for you.
It is a plan that will bring Me the Greatest Glory,
     and you, My Greatest Blessings.

From the beginning of your life, until the end, I Am working out My Perfect Plan. As you follow My Perfect Plan for your life, do so by faith. It is important to remember that I AM the Guide, and you are the follower. I do not have to bring My Perfect Plans into a planning room, with a consultant, to help Me Decide what is best for your life....  For I AM Life.

Therefore, I Want you to trust Me and to take the next step of obedience according to My Will.

After all, haven’t I Said, I Will bring the blind by a way they did not know, I Will lead them in paths they have not known. I Will make darkness light before them, and crooked places straight. These things I Will do for them, and not forsake them. - Isaiah 42:16 

Remember, I Am your Provider.
I Am your Counselor.
I Am your Comfort,
And I Am your Father.

So follow My Perfect Plan for your life,
     and you will not falter.  You will not fail.

Read and Meditate on God's Word

Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." 

Isaiah 42:16 - And I will bring the blind by a way that they knew not; I will lead them in paths that they have not known: I will make darkness light before them, and crooked things straight. These things will I do unto them, and not forsake them