Divine Direction Mindset From Our God

The Shaking In the earth

 

 

 

There will always be mockers and scoffers, the Bible tells us.

But there's an old saying that applies, "There are no atheists in foxholes."

It's amazing what trials and tribulations can do for the soul.

We need them. They are for our own good.

No, God doesn't want to ruin our day or take our life. He wants to give us every opportunity to take advantage of eternal life and fellowship with Him.

Yes, I really believe that we are all accountable to a sovereign God, maker of heaven and Earth. If we ignore His laws and disobey His commandments, there is a price to pay. If we keep doing it, we pay with our lives.

I don't mind the wisecracks a column like this always provokes. I don't mind the darts and the brickbats. I really don't mind at all.

It's my job – as a follower of the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob – to proclaim the truth.

Silly, huh?

Look, this earthquake turned out to be a warning only, without loss of life or serious property damage. But there will be a bigger one coming, as everyone should understand.

Your life can change dramatically in the blink of an eye.

I don't know what to expect from this hurricane on its way toward the East Coast. It could be devastating for some or nothing at all.

Nevertheless, it's always a good time to get right with God.

Your life can be snatched away at any time without warning. So, when we get them, we should take heed.

Listen to God. Read His book. Obey the commandments. Listen to His voice. Seek forgiveness for your sins. Pray for the redemption of your loved ones. Pray for the redemption of your country.

I say this in love to everyone reading.

 

Be wise In this season

Pehaps you are thinking that the testing of your faith is being tried and you are in fact correct.  The difference this time is we no longer have the time we use to get it right and time is oming and has come to an abrupt end.

Know the enemy, and destroy your hurdles or situations by getting in a place to hear his voice and the strategies that you will need in order to create a strong tower where defeat will end abrutly because you will no longer be fatigue and the battle God himself will walk into and protect you.

 

I Know All saith the Lord

 

 

 

Everything you do, every place you go, all you say,  I see every detail of your life.  Running away want help you nor hiding. Be sensitive to the conviction of My Spirit to bring correction. You choose to either repent (turn from) all that is unholy and ungodly in your life, or you can carry on with rebellion and disobedience to My word, says the Lord. The choice is yours and so is the harvest. You will reap either the fruit of righteousness or of unrighteousness. Take advantage of this opportunity to adjust the course of your life.

 

 

Try Everything By My Word

 

 

Romans 13:12 The night is far spent, the day is at hand. Therefore let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of lord.

The time we are livin g is must be a time of true discernment and you must judge everything, everyperson and every action according to truth .

Days are very short, and you must stay the course and not be taken off track. Do not fall asleep in this season and let My Spirit lead you,. Or you will  be will  led by your own desires and imaginations, says the Lord.

Listen to me and I shall tell you about yourself

 

 

 

 

These things have I spoken unto you in proverbs: but the time cometh, when I shall no more speak unto you in proverbs, but I shall shew you plainly of the Father. At that day ye shall ask in my name: and I say not unto you, that I will pray the Father for you.
John 16:25-26

Here you are, Son or Daughter of God, washed in the blood of Jesus. You come expecting to receive. You have no holiness, in and of yourself. You have no power, and no standing. But you are in Christ, and you have His standing."

Jesus said, "When you stand at the throne and ask, I will turn to the Father and will finish the job for you." That standing was given to you as a gift because God loves you. Jesus stands ready to implore God on your behalf, and the Father says, "Yes I'll answer that request."

People don't receive answers at times because they aren't sure of their standing. They look at who they are and listen to what other people say. They have not developed their faith to the degree that when they come before Him they take advantage of  the grace that's offered all the time.

"Lord, this is too big," I've heard people say. Or, "I believe God for this, but I don't believe God for that. It's just too much." God can meet every need! He has something all the time for what you need.

Which Do You Desire

 

 

 

 Philippians 4:4-13
"I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any ... situation ..." (v. 12)

Here is another step that can move us from financial bondage to financial freedom. Recognize that you are only free when you are free to use either poverty or plenty.

There are two ways in which men and women try to defend themselves against financial disaster. One is by saving as much as possible in an attempt to avert it. The other is by renouncing money or material things entirely in order to be free from their clutches. Both methods have disadvantages.

The first, because it can cause miserliness and anxiety, and tends to make a person as metallic as the coins they seek to amass.

The second, because it seeks to get rid of the difficulty by washing one's hands of it entirely. In each case, there is a bondage - one is a bondage to material things, the other a bondage to poverty. The man who is free to use plenty only is bound by that, while the man who is free to use poverty only is also bound. They are both bound. But the person who, like Paul in the text before us today, has "learned the secret of being content ... whether living in plenty or in want" is really free.

Is Faith spelled R.I.S.K. ?

 

 

 

I am  sure that faith is often spelled R.I.S.K. When the priests carried the ark into the Jordan River at flood stage there was a risk they could lose the ark to the Jordan River. However, that is not what happened. "And as soon as the priests who carry the ark of the LORD, the Lord of all the earth set foot in the Jordan, its waters flowing downstream will be cut off and stand up in a heap" (Josh 3:13). God changed the entire environment and made it possible to walk across without the pressure of wading through the powerful water only when they took the first step.

Risk means there is a potential for loss. However, when God leads us to take a risk, then He is there whether we succeed or fail. He is there in the success and He is there in the failure. If He leads you to take a risk it may not always succeed in the way you think. In fact, it could even fail.

The only true failure is when we fail to take the risk when God is leading us to do so. Sometimes the fear of failure is the greater obstacle than the risk itself.

Has God called you to step out in an area that requires risk? This could be the place He wants you to move. Ask Jesus to give you the courage to step out.

Encourage Yourself and others

 

Our key verse today teaches us to decide not to wage war all alone.

God wants us to enlist another strand or two to strengthen one another in the fight to overcome strongholds and worship Him alone. Satan shudders when God's gals band together, with Jesus at the forefront, to courageously face the battle before us.

Dear Lord, forgive me for the times I try to wage war alone. Guide me to someone who will come alongside of me and encourage me not to give up in my quest to glorify You. In Jesus' Name, Amen

 

Ways to Tell You're Slipping

 

It's surprising how God's people awaken one day and suddenly realize they have fallen away from the closeness they used to enjoy with the Lord. The signs have been there all along, but they were not paying attention.

1. You know you're really, really slipping when the problem of slipping doesn't cause you great concern.

2. You know you're slipping6. You know you're slipping when you can read the Ten Commandments and give yourself a passing grade on all of them when you decide to reward yourself for doing well by skipping your Bible reading and prayer for that day.

3. You know you're slipping when you feel a nudging from the Holy Spirit to speak to that person or give to this one or make a phone call to another and you squelch it.

4. You know you're slipping when you can have a dirty thought and justify it as "what normal humans do."

5. You know you're slipping when you can go a whole day without praying and it not bother you one bit.

6. You know you're slipping when you can read the Ten Commandments and give yourself a passing grade on all of them.

7. You know you're slipping when, after slacking off in your tithing over the past year, instead of feeling guilty, you find yourself criticizing the regular tithers for their self-righteous and legalistic attitudes.

8. You know you're slipping when you finally get up off the couch and get involved in some ministry the Lord has been laying on your heart and the first thing you do is start criticizing all the other couch potatoes who are only doing the same thing you have been doing all this time.

9. You know you're slipping when reading the Bible no longer excites you, angers you, or challenges you.

10. You know you're slipping when the big thing you look forward to on a Sunday is a football game.

Go on Through

 

 

 

 

When you are going through anything and you know that you are not in control, don't forget a valuable leasson and remember that its the time to step back, relinquish and have faith in our awesome God.

For the Savior knows everything concerning and about you, and he will bring you out and deliver you when you ask not being waverly.

God is vitally interested in every phase of your existence. It is My will for you to overcome and succeed, says the Lord. Trust Me to help you in your times of need.

Psalms 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

 

Pursuit Me

 

 

 

Always walk in the spirit, it can be done and must be done. Never allow anything or anyone to hamper what God is doing in your life.

If you will do this, there is no power of darkness too big to overcome and nothing too daunting that you cannot gain the victory over. Put your faith, hope and trust in Me, says the Lord, and you will not be disappointed.

Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

My Instructions Rule Your Life

 

 

 

 

 

Sometimes the hardest thing to do in life is to do nothing at all.

God says Taking your hands off the steering wheel may seem like a dangerous thing to do, but in actuality right now it could be your best tactic. Let things take their natural course at work, at school and in a new relationship.

You have less control over things than you think you do, so just admit that and take yourself off the hook. You don't have to fix anything. It's the way it's meant to be.

 

 

 

Wake Up Oh People

 

 

Begin now to make up for lost time by making a new commitment to focus on that which really matters, says the Lord.

Arise from spiritual slumber and seek to walk in the light of My revelation and wisdom. Walk in the understanding that I give you. I speak to those who have been distracted and compromised and those who are not living on the cutting edge of kingdom purpose.

 

 

Confusion will make you Pray

 

 

The spiritual atmosphere is one of chaos and confusion at this time, but you can find your peace in My presence as you trust in My guidance and protection, says the Lord. Be still and draw near to Me.

As much as you try to keep all of your ducks in a row, so to speak, you still feel out of sync. This is because you are sensing the turmoil in the spirit. There is a clamoring for position in the unseen realm as powers of darkness station themselves to take advantage of opportunities to rule in the political arena on earth.

 

 

 

 

Giving Brings Blessings

 

 

 

To some, giving means we are losing. Most parents, pastors and others  realize that their greatest rewards come from giving.

Giving of themselves for love of their natural children, spiritual children  and giving in marriage to our mate. There is an aspect about being a giver that cannot be seen in material wealth or in what we possess. Some say that you can never receive love until you first give it away. Those words express a concept that Jesus Christ taught. He said it was a blessing to give (Acts 20:35).

The example of Jesus Christ teaches us that true strength is to give and not take, to serve and not rule, to nourish and not devour, to help and not crush. Giving is the expression of love for our fellow man. It exemplifies the character of Christ being developed in a person. These blessings cannot be counted in dollars and cents, but have far greater value than rubies.

Time For Me

 

 

Remember that you don't have to accomplish enormous challenges all at once; you are well able to do one thing at a time, moment by moment and still succeed. Refuse the allow stress and pressure to steal your peace and joy, says the Lord.

Make time for Me in your busy schedule. Your ability to stay connected spiritually will produce peace and good fruit in the face of overwhelming circumstances.

 

Isaiah 26:12 LORD, You will establish peace for us, for You have also done all our works in us.

 

Evaluate Where You Are

 

 

 

You can either use distractions and difficulties to exercise your authority to overcome, or you can allow those things to interrupt the flow of the Spirit in your life. A quick evaluation will reveal whether you are walking in the Spirit or fulfilling the lusts of the flesh.

 It is highly beneficial for you to live in the Spirit rather than walking in the darkness of your circumstances, says the Lord.

Trust Me In This Very Thing

 

 

 

 

 

I have spoken to you in months and years past that you were being transported spiritually to a new plateau, and you have indeed journeyed far and gained great insight and wisdom. But, I tell you that you are now on that new plateau, which will become base camp to yet a higher level of revelation and service in My kingdom, says the Lord.

This elevation will not take years to achieve, but will be an accelerated work. Prepare yourself for the greatest adventure of your lifetime.

 

 

Watch For My Signs

 

 

 

Angels are on the move, for there is a stirring in the heavenlies as well as upon the earth. It is now time for the glorious church to arise. It is now time for you to be overcomers and more than conquerors. It is time for the kingdom of God to manifest more fully in your life than ever you have experienced. It is now the time of rejuvenation and restoration.

Divine Appointments Are Now

 

 

 

It is the time that I have appointed and am now bringing it to pass. Warring spirits are coming in to do battle with you and to be with you so you can defeat the enemy. All of heaven has waited for this moment and this process to begin--where angelic forces join forces with God's creation, the men and women of the earth, that victory might flow forth; that victory might be yours; that victory shall become an overflowing stream that shall flow forth into the world; that victory will so manifest in your life so that you will never again be afraid, worried, or consider the dilemma of your circumstances.

Let Our God Arise

 

 

 

Let God arise and His enemies be scattered. Let the Holy One of Israel come into the camp of His people. And, may it be that as He comes He brings to you the understanding of His love, His peace, and His joy. And, in all of this My people your faith will be quickened and come to a higher place than it has ever been before. In the quickening of your faith,

My glorious church will arise to its position on the earth. And, out of that place of glory will flow the righteousness, power, glory, healing, and provision of Christ. All things that you, My people, need will be presented to you. For, I own the cattle and the gold and the silver. I will distribute to each one that which you need or desire.

Thus saith The Lord

 

 

 

 If you need healing, it shall come. If you need provision, it shall come. If you need revival, it shall come. I am pouring out kingdom glory upon the earth. I am preparing you for the year that is ahead of you, for My divine government shall come into manifestation and My rule shall be found among My people, says the Lord.

No More

 

 

Beloved, you do not need more disappointment. You must press on and continue to move higher in My kingdom and stay focused on what is important eternally. Not doing that will cost you more than you are willing to pay in terms of setbacks, says the Lord.

 

You have continued to progress in spiritual maturity, but you will be tempted to try to go back to old places and re-establish old associations. Doing that will not produce what you had hoped for and will only cause a greater sense of separation from the past than before.

Your Steps Are Ordered

 

 

 

 

I will take you step by step, step by step into the truth of My Word and bring you through to victory. Let Me direct your steps and give you the wisdom necessary to overcome the works of the flesh and the attacks of the evil one. You were created to be My sons, children of royalty, with the power of the Spirit. Rise up and take your position in faith to win every battle by grace, says the Lord.

The Timing of God Is Now

 

 

 

This is certainly not a time when you should get discouraged and give up. You are on the brink of breakthrough. Keep pushing. Keep trusting. Keep the faith!

Beloved, refuse to give in to the frustration that has come as a result of dealing with hindrances. Instead, set yourself to seek Me for wisdom and clarity, for I will give you the grace to accomplish what I have set before you, says the Lord.

 

 

 

Resist satan

 

 

When you find yourself speaking from the pride of your heart, you must resist the devil. Set yourself to only speak from a pure heart, says the Lord.

 

Beloved, I once again punctuate the importance of the words of your mouth as they issue forth from the heart. Criticism, gossip, and judgment come from an embittered heart, and you know that out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks.