A 'David-like' Faith (2.12.13)

Alone, David would not have stood a chance against Goliath.
But David was not alone.

As young as David was, he still had the wisdom to call upon the name of the LORD for help in his time of greatest need.
Faith is the most powerful force in the universe, and it knows no age.
The faith of a child is every bit as mighty as the faith of an older man or woman. 

As we face problems that seem much too great for us to handle alone, we need to understand that the same problem is nothing in the face of GOD.
GOD is on our side, and He will surely help us whenever we call upon His name.
David would not have defeated Goliath without having GOD on his side.
Should we try to ever face our own Goliath's without Him?

The Lord will see you through the storms of life when you go to Him in prayer, believing what He has promised through His Word. When trials and tribulations seem like they are too much to handle, depend on the LORD to be your strength.

He will deliver and comfort you in the midst of your troubles.

Wait on the 'Backorder' (2.11.13)

Have you ever ordered something from a catalog or a store and gotten the response that the item was on backorder?  When an item is on backorder, that doesn't mean you won't get what you have requested.  It simply means that you can't get the item immediately and will have to wait until the backorder is filled.  Sometimes we don't want to wait for the backorder to be filled.  Sometimes we settle for another item (do you see where this is going). Then when we get the substituted item, and are asked about it, we often reply, 'it's ok, but it's not really what I wanted'.  Why?  I will tell you why.  Because we weren't willing to wait for the backorder to be filled. Are you waiting on some backorders to be filled in your life?   Have you placed an order for a husband, a wife, a job, a financial blessing or a house? Or maybe reconciliation with someone, the salvation of a friend or family member, a spiritual breakthrough - and still the answer hasn't come? Remember, it may be delayed, but it is not denied.   Wait on Him. In times like these, it is important that we continue to keep our faith in the Lord and allow Him to fill the backorders. Sometimes, we aren't ready for that which we have asked Him for, and GOD is using the time to get us ready.  Yes, there are times we aren't ready to be blessed.  It may be hard to believe, but it's true.   GOD knows what He is doing...Wait on Him.

He is Our Strength, Fortress, Strong Tower & Deliverer - Trust Him (2.10.13)

The Lord listens to our prayers, and He responds by giving us the strength we need, to meet every situation. He truly is our strength, our fortress, strong tower and deliverer. Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and he will guide you and give you strength. He will grant you His peace in every situation. He is the beginning and the end of everything! ALPHA AND OMEGA!! All power was given to him when he died and was risen on the third day. Trust Him because nothing is too hard for JEHOVAH SHAMMAH. Mighty Father,  There are times when I just don't think I can make it.  Please grant me Your power to endure and succeed.  Help me to remember that real strength comes from You. Help me to never doubt your power but to trust in your might in all situations. Amen

Stay Focused, Prepare Your Mind and Step Out on Faith (2.8.13)

A door will be opening up before you soon.  You have been preparing your mind for this and now is the time to step out on faith, believing what I have promised you. You will know what to do, as I have trained you to listen to the voice of the one behind you (a small still voice).  I placed in your heart certain things I need you to be obedient to, these things will prepare you for what is to come. The key is to continue seeking Me with your whole heart. Keep your eyes fixed and heart focused, then trust Me as you step out.  Don't be double-minded, and forbid to let any doubt whatsoever creep into your mind. If thoughts of doubt try to overcome you, dismiss it immediately and move forward with steadfastness and follow the voice of the One who will lead you into your new venture. Isaiah 30:21 - And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left. Luke 9:62 - Jesus replied, "No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God." 1 Corinthians 15:58 - Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your toil is not in vain in the Lord.

The Provisions I Have Promised (2.7.13)

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

Just because you have not seen the provision I have promised you, with your natural eyes, does not mean it will not arrive. I have promised you that if you keep your eyes focused on Me, and not the expectant provision, you will begin to see greater measures of My Glory in every aspect and area of your daily existence.
Look to Me.

I will not fail you in any way. 

The provision that you are waiting for is indeed a part of the fulfillment of My plan. There is no need for you to delay in praising Me for its arrival. Praise Me right now. Praise Me just as if you have already received the blessing that is waiting for you. Remember, I said whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.

So praise me for what I am doing in your life right now. 
I am calling you to be the very best steward over what I'm about to bless you with. 
The reward for your faithfulness is immeasurable. 

And one last thing, just because you don’t see Me moving in the direction you expect Me to move in, does not mean that I am not moving. Remember, My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are My ways, your ways.  For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts higher than your thoughts. 

All you need to do is trust Me and know that I will provide.

He is a Faithful God!! (2.6.13)

The pursuit of God is one of life's few choices that we can make, with no strings attached. We give very little, and receive so much. Money, fame, power, prestige - they all sound nice, but they often require more effort than they are worth. And worse than that, they pay temporary benefits that fade away, leaving us empty, lost, and alone.  Give your life to CHRIST and walk in the way He has chosen for your life, and you will find that He will bless you continually, promising you a peace that surpass all understanding.  Ask the LORD to give you strength to turn away from all things that do not offer God's lasting satisfaction. Ask Him to surround you with things that represent Him and He will answer.  He is a Faithful GOD!!!!

A Prayer for Each Day of the Week (2.5.13)

Monday  - Wash day Lord, help me wash away all my selfishness and vanity, so I may serve you with perfect humility through the week ahead. Tuesday - Ironing Day Dear Lord, help me iron out all the wrinkles of prejudice I have collected though the years so that I may see the beauty in others. Wednesday - Mending Day O God, help me mend my ways so I will not set a bad example for others. Thursday - Cleaning Day Lord Jesus, help me to dust out all the many faults I have been hiding in the secret corners of my heart. Friday - Shopping Day O God, give me the grace to shop wisely, so I may purchase eternal happiness for myself and all others in need of love. Saturday - Cooking Day Help me, my Savior, to brew a big kettle of brotherly love and serve it with clean, sweet bread of human kindness. Sunday - The Lord's Day O God, I have prepared my house for you. Please come into my heart so I may spend the day and the rest of my life in your presence.

Rise Up, Go Forth and Claim Victory (2.4.13)

Arise in boldness and authority.  March throughout the land. You shall come through every storm and battle, for I am with you. I proclaim that you are an overcomer. As your faith in Me become stronger, the giants and mountains in your life will be defeated. Now go forward in boldness proclaiming my name. Your enemies will be defeated as you shout and call upon My Name, for this is the season to fight against the deeds of darkness. My Word will live in you.  It shall not return null and void. RISE UP, GO FORTH, AND CLAIM VICTORY IN JESUS MIGHTY NAME! Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 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. - Ephesians 6:10–13

Intense Pain, Refined for Purpose (2.2.13)

Your wounds and pain have been speaking to you. I know your pain has become intense. It seems as though it will never quit, and you are ready to through the towel in, but I promise the pain will let up. Look at all the pain Moses, Elijah and Joseph endured, and how they wanted to give up, but at the critical moment I stepped in. I never left them, I was with them in the midst of their suffering, it was I who said ENOUGH and pulled them out of the fire. It was I who decided when they were ready to be removed from the fire. Then and only then were they ready to move on to what I had in store for them. Understand beloved that I will allow you to go through trials and tribulations that you will not understand.  I love you very much and would never leave you nor forsake you. I will be there in the fire with you to refine you according to my purpose.

Faith Without Works is Dead (2.1.13)

You have so much on your mind right now. Your heart is heavy and things seem to be closing in on you.  All that you hope and believe in is being challenged, and you’re wondering, can you hold out.  I want you to know, the faith that I have imparted in you is more than enough to move every mountain.  More than enough to overcome any problem or circumstance that you face….if you will just believe in it. You have faith that will see you through to victory, over every mountain and every discouragement - when you act upon it.  Remember, faith without works is dead.  Take your eyes off the problems and look unto from whence cometh your strength.  Turn your thoughts towards Heaven and think on things above.  Reach inside and activate the mind of Christ that has been given to you.   You asked for wisdom and I have given you what you need.   With Me, victory is assured.  I will never fail you. Refuse to stay where you have been.  Loose yourself from those shackles that are trying to hold you down.  If the enemy can keep your mind on what you don’t have and all that is going wrong in your life; then you will never reach what I have waiting for you.   It’s time you shut him out, leave him behind and move to a new spiritual address.   We have things to do. Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. - James 2:17  For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that has overcome the world – our faith. And who is the one who overcomes the world, but he who believes that Jesus is the Son of God. - 1 John 5:4-5