Return to Thy First Love & Happy Mother's Day (5.13.18)

Revelations 2:4 - Nevertheless, I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love.

My Beloved,
I miss our time together.  I miss My Time with you.  I miss the days you used to wake up and call My Name and tell Me, 'Good morning.'  I miss the walks in the park we used to have, and how you’d rush home in the evenings just to be with Me. We used to have so much fun together.

Take time to examine your heart and renew your
      covenant with Me.

I speak to those hearts which have been distracted from the pure love and devotion that once burned so deeply for Me. Do not seek to be satisfied with the things of the world or things that are temporary and not eternal; instead, I want you to rekindle your love for Me and stir the flames of desire.  I need you to reach out and touch Me.

Look within yourself and examine your heart to see what truly motivates you, for you have come to a fork in the road where your choices will determine the direction you will go. You will either come back to Me in greater determination and consecration, or you will gradually fall away.  I do not want you to dwell farther away from Me. So much time has already passed, and I miss our times together. It is time you return to thy first love, return to Me, fall in love with Me again, and renew your covenant. I miss you so much.

Do not stop until your heart burns with desire
      for the love you once had for Me.

Take the time to seek Me with all your heart. Oh, that you would rekindle your love, and let it burn with such desire that it ignites in you a love for Me, which has recently been lukewarm. 

Return to thy first love.
I love you and miss you so much.
And we have so much work to do.....

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A Mother’s Love There are times when only a Mother’s love Can understand our tears, Can soothe our disappoints And calm all of our fears. There are times when only a Mother’s love Can share the joy we feel, When something we’ve dreamed about Quite suddenly is real. There are times when only a Mother’s faith Can help us on life’s way, And inspire in us the confidence We need from day to day. For a Mother’s heart and a Mother’s faith And a Mother’s steadfast love, Were fashioned by the Angels And sent from God above.  HAVE A BLESSED MOTHER'S DAY - Marilyn

Sublime Audacity, Against the Tide & The Divine Third [from "God Calling"] - (5.12.18)

These reflections are from the book "God Calling" by A.J. Russell, published by Barbour Publishing, Inc. Used by Permission.

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May 6
Sublime Audacity

The way is long and weary.  It is a weary world.  So many today are weary.  "Come unto Me.. and I will give you rest."
   My Children, who range yourselves under My flag, you must see that on it are inscribed those words "The Son of Man."
   Whatever the world is feeling, I must feel, I - the Son of Man.  You are My followers - so the weariness of man today must be shared by you - the weary and heavy-laden must come to you, and find that rest that you found in Me.
   My children, My followers must be prepared not to sit on My right hand and on My left, but to drink of the cup that I drink of.
   Poor world - teach it that there is only one cure for all its ills - Union with Me.  Dare to suffer, dare to conquer; be filled with My sublime audacity.  Remember that.  Claim the unclaimable.
   Just what the world would think impossible can always be yours.  Remember, My children, sublime audacity.

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May 7
Against the Tide

The oarsman, trusting in Me, does not lean on his oars and drift with the tide, trusting to the current.
   Nay, more often - once I have shown the way - it is against the tide you must direct all your effort.  And even when difficulties come, it is by your effort that they will be surmounted.  But always strength and the Joy in the doing you can have through Me.
   My fishermen-disciples did not find the fishes ready on the shore in their nets.  I take man's effort and bless that.  I need man's effort - he needs My blessing.  This partnership it is that means success.

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May 11
The Divine Third

When I have led you through these storms there will be other words for you, other messages - other guidance.
   So deep is your friendship and so great your desire to love and follow and serve Me that soon, when this time of difficulty is over, to be alone together will always mean to be shut in with me.
  There are few friendships in the world like that and yet I taught, when on Earth, as I have taught you both, the power of the two together.   And now tonight I have more to say to you.  I say that the time is coming, is even now here, when those who visit you two together will know that I Am the Divine Third in your friendship.

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These reflections are from the book "God Calling"  by A.J. Russell, published by Barbour Publishing, Inc. Used by Permission.

Refuse to Give Up (5.11.18)

My Child,

Your cries have come up before Me, and your heart is crying out for strength and victory. Yet, you feel that every step forward is met with stiff opposition that sets you back three paces.  Do not become a victim of circumstance by giving up and doing nothing. 

 

Refuse to panic or get into a state of feeling worthless when things don't work out as you planned.  The test here, is to find out for yourself if you really trust Me with the details of your life. 

Pick yourself up from the place of disappointment
       and take the next step forward. 

 

You must fight the good fight of faith and stand believing before the face of the enemy.  Do not give up!  I Am on your side, and all the forces of Heaven are behind you. 

I Am with you and for you. 

You have My mercy, favor, and grace upon your life.

I Will empower you to succeed in reaching
     your divine destiny.

 

 

READ AND MEDITATE ON GOD'S WORD:

2 Corinthians 4:8-10 - We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body.

Romans 4:20-21 - He staggered not at the promise of GOD through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to GOD; And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform.

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

1 Timothy 6:12 - Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.

 

 

So As Ye Thinketh..... (5.10.18)

Children,
So many of you are fighting, when you should be standing still, so you can hear what I Am saying.  Many of you find yourselves in constant battles because you cannot discern the times or seasons of what I Am doing. 

Stop struggling and keep your mind on Me.
Come to the end of yourself and humble yourself in My Presence
     so that you may receive the answers you need.

Please stop fighting and surrender everything to Me.
Think of the things which are in My Heavenly Kingdom.

When your thoughts are completely surrendered to Me, the enemy won’t have access to your mind. he cannot torment you anymore. When you focus on Me, you will enter into a place of rest.  Silence yourself before Me, so you can hear what I Am saying and receive the wisdom you need for your next step.

My Child, take every thought captive; bringing all that concerns you to Me, so that you may receive My Peace.  Trust in Me.   Lean not unto your own understanding.

So come now, with your heart and mind filled with thoughts of the Kingdom, and be prepared to receive all that I have for you.

 

READ AND MEDITATE ON GOD'S WORD
Proverbs 3:5 - Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Proverbs 23:7 - For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he:

Isaiah 26:3 - Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. 

2 Corinthians 10:5 - Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of GOD, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;

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

 

 

Good Things are Coming (5.9.18)

My Child,
I know this passing season has been difficult.
At times, it’s even been costly for you.

I’ve watched you set aside your own needs to minister and care for others. And because you followed close after Me, and sought My Righteousness first, good things are on the way to you.

I always look after those who look after My Kingdom.

You are blessed and highly favored.
You are a brave soldier and servant of the King.

Many good things will begin to flow into your life because you have My Grace and Favor over your life. Continue to stay faithful, press your way through, and do not allow anything to discourage you.

Good things are coming your way,
     hold on and faint not.

 

 

READ AND MEDITATE ON GOD'S WORD:

Psalm 16:11 - Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fullness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.

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

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

It's Time to Rise Up & Walk in the New Life, New Direction & New Resources God has for You (5.8.18)

My Dear One,
What has caused you to become down in your spirit, feeling depressed, and weary? Is it the situation you are in? I see you questioning yourself repeatedly about the choices you have made. Circumstances seem to be lasting longer than anticipated, and you say your resources and your strength seems to have run out.

Well… I AM STILL HERE.

I have not forgotten you.
I never left you.
Please do not give up.

I Am sending new life, new direction, and new resources to you with renewed strength to move you on to the next phase of what I have called you to accomplish for Me.

There are times when I may allow a situation to appear dead or even impossible, just before breathing on it.  So, that you and everyone else around can witness the beautiful new creation that emerges. By doing this, they will know that it was I, God the Father, and I alone that did this wonderful new thing in your life.

Do not fear, for all that I have spoken will come to pass. You must also remember there will be times when I will pull you away from doing things, in order to deepen our relationship and to talk to you. I need for you to be obedient to My Word, Beloved. 

 

So, if I ask you to sit at My Son's feet like Mary, instead of serving Him a meal like Martha, then do not see that as a failure or a setback. Not one minute with Me is ever wasted time. I want you to remember that.

I Am the GOD who brings new life out of utter death. So, like Lazarus, it is time to shed your grave clothes and rise up and walk for into NEW LIFE.

We have work to do.

 

READ AND MEDITATE ON HIS WORD

Numbers 23:19 - GOD is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?

Psalm 109:26-27 - Help me, O LORD my GOD: O save me according to thy mercy: That they may know that this is thy hand; that thou, LORD, hast done it. 

Isaiah 40:31 - 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. 

Luke 10:39-42 - And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word. But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me. And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things: But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her. 

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

Be Encouraged and Be Strengthened (5.7.18)

My Child,

I set before you a challenge,
     and you gladly accepted it.
Now, listen as I speak to you, and do not
     turn away because of the stumbling blocks
     put in your way.

Do not say, "Lord, it is too hard or I can’t do this." My child, I never would have placed it in your hands, if it was impossible for you to do. You must trust in My Grace; for surely My Grace is more than enough to see you through.

Never forget who I Am.
I AM your Strength.
I AM your Help and I Am your Deliverer.

Therefore, be encouraged and be strengthened in Me, this day.

Lift your head up and know that there is nothing that I have purposed for you that cannot be fulfilled when you put complete trust in Me. What I have planned for you is at the door. 

The door is opening, and no man can shut it.

Only fear and doubt can shut this door and prevent you from entering in and receiving your blessings. Therefore, do not allow fear and doubt to rule over your life.

Strengthen yourself in My Word, be of good courage,
     rise up in the strength of the Lord and boldly
     press your way.

Keep going forward, and if you stumble
     - get back up.
Do not allow any mistakes to stop you from
     entering in and receiving your blessings.

And whenever you feel fearful and unsure of yourself, remember the words I have spoken over your life and say, “I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.”

Then pray, seek My Son's face, and I Will answer you.

I Will guide you every step of the way, then suddenly
     you will receive your breakthrough.

Suddenly, it will turn around, and it shall happen.

So, be encouraged this day, be strengthened and be ready.

God will not fail.

READ AND MEDITATE ON GOD'S WORD:

Deuteronomy 3:28 - But charge Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him: for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which thou shalt see. 

Daniel 10:19 - And said, O’ man greatly beloved, fear not: peace be unto thee, be strong, yea, be strong. And when he had spoken unto me, I was strengthened, and said, Let my lord speak; for thou hast strengthened me.

Deuteronomy 31:6 - Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy GOD, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

Zechariah 10:12 - And I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they shall walk up and down in his name, saith the LORD. 

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

Break Every Chain... with Praise (5.6.18)

Around midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to GOD, and the other prisoners were listening. Suddenly, there was a massive earthquake, and the prison was shaken to its foundations. All the doors immediately flew open, and the chains of every prisoner fell off! - Acts 16:25-26   
 

 

My Children,

I delight in the praises of My People, and I Am moving by My Spirit, drawing people into a closer relationship and dependency on Me.  I Want My People to praise Me in all times.  I Want you to praise Me when your spirit is crushed, and your heart is broken from the things of this world.  Praise Me, for I Am so close to the brokenhearted and those down in the spirit.  Lift up your voice and praise Me, for I inhabit the praises of My people. 

Come close and praise Me in all times.

 

Yes, praise Me in the good times and even when it’s hard to praise Me; for I Am here for you.  I Am your mountain mover, and as you draw nigh unto Me with praises, My Presence will come down from Heaven and cause a change to happen all around you. 

As you praise Me, you shall feel My Presence, and in My Presence is the fullness of joy.  In My Presence, there is freedom, liberty, and much joy; and My Presence will break every chain.

I Am the great I Am, your Deliverer. 
And as you draw close to Me, you will have
     freedom from the chains that bind you. 

Remember when Paul and Silas were in prison, bound with chains and having endured a beating? They both decided to Praise Me in the midst of their situation.  My Presence came down and broke the chains which held them captive.  An act of intimacy and worship brought a mighty miracle, their chains were broken and the guard was saved by My Presence.  All because they chose to Praise Me.

So, My People, draw close to Me and praise Me. 
In your time of tribulation enter into a "Spirit of Praise
     and Thanksgiving" to break free of the chains which
     have come against you. 

Oh, I inhabit the praises of My People who wholeheartedly come into fellowship and adoration to Praise Me.  Yes, come to Me.  I Am the great I Am, and as you Praise Me, I Will set you free from the heavy yokes and chains of this life.

Now, continually let your lips bring
     sacrifices of praises to Me and
     BREAK EVERY CHAIN WITH PRAISE.

 

 

READ AND MEDITATE ON GOD'S WORD:

1 Chronicles 23:30 - And to stand every morning to thank and praise the LORD, and likewise at even;

Psalm 34:18 - The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.

Psalm 119:62 - At midnight I rise to praise you, because of your righteous rules.

Psalm 119:164 - Seven times a day I praise you for your righteous rules.

Isaiah 9:4 - For you will break the yoke of their slavery and lift the heavy burden from their shoulders. You will break the oppressor’s rod, just as you did when you destroyed the army of Midian

Ezekiel 34:27 - And the trees of the field shall yield their fruit, and the earth shall yield its increase, and they shall be secure in their land. And they shall know that I am the LORD when I break the bars of their yoke and deliver them from the hand of those who enslaved them.

Ephesians 5:20 - Giving thanks always for all things unto GOD and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ; 

#ScriptureReflection - 1 John 4:7-10 (5.5.18)

Beloved, let us love one another,
because love is of God;
everyone who loves is begotten by God and knows God.
Whoever is without love does not know God, for God is love.
In this way the love of God was revealed to us:
God sent his only Son into the world
so that we might have life through him.
In this is love:
not that we have loved God, but that he loved us
and sent his Son as expiation for our sins.

 

 

A New & Brighter Day Awaits You. Look Up & Praise Jesus... (5.4.18)

Beloved,
Take the time to be still and quiet in My Presence. 

I want you to gain a fresh perspective of where you
     have been, and where you are now; before I lead
     you out to your next point of destiny.

It is important that you see the past, not as a place of defeat.  See it as a place of experiential growth, which led to victory.

Yes, I know you went through a lot; however, look at what the struggle produced.  You are much stronger and wiser than before.  Those trials will give you confidence in knowing you can overcome anything through the Word of GOD the Father.  

I tell you this day, I Am about to send a blessing your
     way that is going to far exceed your expectations.

When you receive this blessing you will know
     that I Have showed up and showed out.

Therefore, it is important for you to be still right now and listen to My Whispers.  Listen, and remember everything that I spoke to you when you walked through the darkness; for a new and brighter day awaits you.

The bright, morning star will rise in your heart.
It will begin to drive away the darkness.

I say unto you, look up and praise Me, for what
     I Am about to do in your life. 

 

READ AND MEDITATE ON GOD'S WORD:

Psalm 37:6 - And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday. 

Psalm 84:4 - Blessed are they that dwell in thy house: they will be still praising thee. Selah. 

Psalm 121:1-2 - I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.  My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.

Matthew 10:27 - What I tell you in darkness, that speak ye in light: and what ye hear in the ear, that preach ye upon the housetops.

Luke 21:28 - And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh.