It was Fall of 2012. Colorful leaves of the trees lit up all around me in bright sunshine. Unlike much of the nation, Autumn is on the warm side where I live and a great time of year to be outside. Sitting in my garden chair enjoying the fresh air, I read my daily Bible verses. After, I thought about the verses for a few minutes, I asked the Lord what He had in mind for my day and what He wanted me to share with others. At the time, I had sermons and Bible studies to prepare. In response I heard: You are the place where heaven meets earth.
A couple of months ago, now almost nine years later, Holy Spirit shook me during my devotions. Specific instruction to start a series of Blogs called Temple Walk followed His gracious visitation. In preparation, I wrote two articles: It’s Time to Climb Part 1 and Part 2. This posting is the first of a series that will aid us in our climb. Understanding that we are the place where heaven meets earth is the first step up. The posts will be a combination of what the Lord shared with me back in 2012 -2013, and the revelation He is giving me as to why it is important to update and re-release the messages in 2021-2022.
Part of deciphering His timing is: Nine years ago He first gave the message. The number eight represents completion or the full cycle of something God is doing. Number nine therefore is the first step of the NEW thing He is about to do. It is a time of transition to a higher level of understanding and a deeper level of application. Back in 2012, He launched a new thing for our ministry, and for me, using this series of teachings. This time around Holy Spirit explained He wants the information to launch something new for many in the body of Christ. This sense is so strong that I am sure it is for the whole body whether they read it or not. Prophetic teachings and encouraging words from the Lord impact the spiritual realm and everyone benefits from His word as it accomplishes His purpose.
Back to 2012.
The scripture I read that day was out of Joel 2 verses 17-32, emphasis on verses 17 and 18: Let the priests, who minister to the Lord , Weep between the porch and the altar; Let them say, “Spare Your people, O Lord , and do not give Your heritage to reproach, that the nations should rule over them. Why should they say among the peoples, ‘Where is their God?'” 18 Then the Lord will be zealous for His land and pity His people.
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