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.
To prepare my readers for a series of posts called “Temple Walk” Holy Spirit inspired me to share two dreams and the revelation He gave me regarding them. Check out It’s Time to Climb – Part 1. In this blog post we are still climbing but the Lord used a different metaphor. Our journey this time is up a flight of supernatural stairs.
In the second dream, I was walking in a huge department store full of every imaginable item our world values. Clothes, jewelry, shoes, cars, golf clubs, hunting equipment, boats, sporting goods, electronics – everything one could shop for in this world. The entire time I browsed the selections, I was dogged by two people: a brazen looking woman with flaming red hair, lots of make-up, dressed in a dark high fashion suit and a tall raven haired pallid man in a black suit white shirt, and gray striped tie. He was holding a book. She carried a bright red designer bag. Wherever I went in this shopping haven, they followed me, watching and spying. I could not shake them no matter how many quick turns I made.
Then I walked by a department that was filled with sails…no boats, only sails. I stopped and stared at the vibrant colors of the sails. They were full of wind, rustling and billowing. There was a display against a wall of a particularly beautiful sail.
A short flight of pure white stairs led to a narrow platform where the sail was displayed. Thinking this sail is exactly what I am looking for, I headed for the display. I took three steps up the white stairs toward the sail to check it out. I wanted to touch it, to feel the fabric. As I reached out, suddenly the stairs turned golden brown and the wall upon which the sail hung disappeared.
Compelled to discover where the stairs led, I walked through the sail, up the golden staircase. When I got about halfway to the top a loud voice said: “The Just Shall Live by Faith!” I turned toward the voice and looked up. There was a huge magnificent angel on a giant screen, or perhaps God Himself, making the announcement. Other scriptures about faith resounded with each step. There was a different scripture for each of the steps.
I looked back toward the entry wondering if I was still being followed. The two beings that had been after me and spying on me wherever I went did not come up the stairs. They were gone!
The closer I got to the top the more magnificent the place became. At the top of the stairs I stepped into billowing clouds of gold and silver light. Ahead of me were row upon row upon row of treasures. Uniquely grouped treasures went on and on for endless mile upon mile row after row.
I walked to the first group of interesting old antique furniture, highly polished woods, with crystal glass, pearls, lace, fine linen, perfect roses. A wonderful fragrance that was beyond description wafted from the items along with beautiful soul touching music that flooded my senses.
I went to the next and the next and the next group of treasures. No two groupings were alike. I saw ancient artifacts– some large, some small. Many cultures and styles where there, each with a specific song or melody, each with a special fragrance. The melodies and fragrances all mixed together in perfect harmony. I felt happy, free, excited, and then I simply took off running with great joy in order to see hear and smell all that I could. While I was running down one of the aisles I woke up.
These spiritual stairs we are about to climb are stairs of increasing faith that will lead us to the treasures of the heart of God and an appreciation for everyone in the body of Christ. To go up to God’s treasure room requires a final letting go of the stuff of this world. We must exchange what the world offers for His heart, ways, thoughts, gifts and HIM ALONE. Store up for yourselves treasures in heaven! Matthew 6:19-20
It’s an exciting exploratory adventure whether mountain climbing as in Part 1 or ascending golden stairs. the good news is when you go up in the Spirit, the material goods and things of this world matter less and less until they no longer matter at all. Making the choice to consider God as our most prized possession, we become rich in ways we never could imagine. Bonus is the constant interference of the enemy cannot persist. There is nothing left to attack when we have yielded all (denied self Luke 9:23). Those dark riders from the first dream in Part 1 or those spirits that followed me cannot enter into the “Sonshine” found on the mountain top or the treasure room of God’s heart.
Who were the red headed woman and the man in the black suit? Dogging all of us in the body of Christ all the time are that nasty temptress we call Jezebel or more precisely a deceiving witchcraft manipulating controlling spirit. Her pale quiet co-hort holding the book is a religious spirit. That spirit seduces us into thinking we have it made because we go to church and read the Bible. He turns everything meant to bless us and teach us into “have to” rules. Using his book of the law he tries to shame and condemn us until he has murdered all freedom we gained in Christ Jesus.
This is a walk of increasing personal transformation. It is a walk in the Spirit not in our flesh – Galatians 5:16 – 21
The body of Christ has embarked upon a journey where there is no road.
Up till 2020 the way to walk in service to God after salvation seemed clearly marked. Hundreds of years of best practices established by ministry leader after ministry leader carved a defined path of church attendance, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. This path we followed without many questions as to why it was the best way. Then came a worldwide shut down of nearly everything, and the church was deemed “non-essential” along with barber shops and nail salons. The well-worn path now said “CLOSED.” Many folks deemed this as an attempt by satan to destroy the church. While there is truth in that, there are some folks who realized the hand of God was and is in the middle of the mandates. He used it to help us look at Christianity differently.
Though most churches closed as ordered by government officials, what could not be and never can be closed down, is the Body of Christ.
During this unique season of staying home and limited activities there was an instant outpouring from Heaven upon those who would ask and receive. Fresh revelation, much needed wisdom and understanding, and major course correction– among other things– cascaded out of the heart of God. Bottomline, He asked us to follow Him on a road yet to be paved. This chapter in the Lord is way off the beaten trail and for those who dare follow Him, He will enabled us to enter to enter the heigths of spiritual realms to know Him more intimately, And, it will assist us in exploring deeper realms of issues within our individual hearts. This is a vital process that will strengthen the Body of Christ to stand against the insidious schemes of the demonic enemy camp.. The schemes are trying to stop the Gospel, salvation of souls, and raising up of sold-out disciples of Christ.
By the way closure of church buildings didn’t stop the Gospel. It opened up a relatively unexplored venue via the internet. Thousands of people found hope and solace by streaming church services, Bible studies and prayer meetings on their computers. Families gathered in their homes and spent time together worshiping the Lord. Salvations were daily! Holy Spirit moved upon hearts desperate for answers and peace.
As the church reopens, many are returning to the carved out man instituted road of Sunday morning service and Wednesday night group meetings or the like. The old road well-paved is hard to leave. Nonetheless, God is calling us to a roadless journey. I am absolutely convinced there is heaven sent paradym that He wishes to birth in our hearts and we are by and large missing it completely.
To assist us in this roadless journey the Lord asked me to write a series of blogs called Temple Walk. Before I can move into those postings, He wants me to share a couple of dreams. Not new ones, but prophetic dreams I wrote down and have never been able to forget. They were important when I received them and even more relevant now than ever before.
The first dream centered on a band of pioneers who follow a handsome man on a white horse into a barren wilderness. No road existed for the them, only scrubby desert. The rider on the horse paved the way. Every time his horse stepped forward new road appeared in front of them.
After a short while in the desert, a mountain peak became visible on the horizon. The leader of the wagon train of pioneers turned toward that place. It was a battle to get there. Riders on black horses attacked the band many times, but the Pioneers never stopped. They pressed on westward toward the Sun that stood above the mountaintop. As they approached the mountain, the Sun got so bright that the beings attacking the band of sojourners disappeared in the brilliance.
Finally, dry, thirsty, hungry, exhausted, and wondering if they had made the right choice to follow the handsome man, they got to the foot of the mountain. It was spectacular. Green, lush, blooming with flowers. Out of the mountain flowed a mighty river. Clear blue water bubbled and roiled out of the rocks at the base. They got out of their wagons and jumped into the river, laughing and dancing for joy.
While they danced and splashed, manna that looked like noodles floated to the surface. Everyone grabbed the noodles and ate their fill. As they ate, their hearts became full of the word of God. The handsome man left his horse and stood upon a large rock. He declared, “This is from God!”
Suddenly, a voice called out to them, “Come up higher!” Some of the people ignored the voice, they didn’t seem to hear anything. Some said it was only thunder. Others heard every word but they liked the river and chose not to leave. Though the handsome man encouraged them to heed the voice, they refused.
A small group looked up. They listened to the voice and left the water to prepare for the climb. When they got their provisions and gear together they started up the mountain climbing toward the voice calling them. They went by faith following the handsome man. No matter how hard or dangerous the terrain, or the personal cost, they climbed toward the top.
At the pinnacle, they met with God face to face, hugging Him, kissing Him, worshiping Him. They could touch the Son and by the Spirit they could see all thing from His point of view. From the mountaintop everything was made clear.
I was awake most of the night praying and in personal repentance as well as identification repentance for the sins of our nation. Just couldn’t sleep because of all the activity in the spirit realms. Truly the battle over our nation and the nations of the world has ramped up significantly! (scroll down for the prophetic drawing and word the Lord has given regarding this time we are in). The demonic nature of our current environment is unmistakable. The voice of the enemy is screaming out fear in order to fuel disease and death. Though God be blamed by many, though some Christians are saying it is God’s judgement raining down upon us, be assured nothing occurring is the doings of a loving God that wishes to draw us closer to Him and to redeem the lives of millions. It is the doings of the evil one trying to saturate our lives with fear in every form and to take out people before they can know the wonders and generous sacrificial free gift of Jesus as their Savior. Because we, the church, are off of God’s path ourselves in so many ways, nations are in jeopardy. It is our own sin that so easily besets us that is giving the enemy permission to continue this vile attack on humankind.
As I pondered all this at 2:30 am, Holy Spirit asked me if I was afraid. Well, the most wonderful thing is I could answer “No.” After five straight years of intense warfare and circumstances beyond my control, I realized the war and testing had prepared me for this time. No pride in it! Without the training God gave me and learning to rely on Him no matter what, I know the answer would have been “yes” instead. To His glory alone, I am not panicked or hoarding or worried about whether or not there will be toilet paper, hand sanitizer, water or food. In fact, whenever my husband or I go to the store, even in the midst of this craziness, what we need is there. We go out on normal “we are out of supplies” shopping trips. No panic. When we shop it’s amazing. For example, I got the last bottle of antibacterial spray on Target shelves and husband got 6 packets of flushable wipes (no TP, but wipes work) just as Walmart opened up a box. God takes care of His beloveds!!
My prayers in the night weren’t because I was afraid but because so many thousands of people who don’t trust in God are panicked. They need Jesus. They need an encounter with His love and grace!
This morning when I sat down to pray, I was reminded of something Holy Spirit revealed to me Jan 27th. He called it “The Magnificent Turning.” As best I can draw, I drew a picture of what He revealed to me.
As He revealed this image, I drew the path to His presence that veers off to the left. Then I drew 6 characters that each represent the heart condition of the Body of Christ. Some are caught up in the world’s view and they are encased by a black cloud of fear and questioning. They are off the path that leads to the joy, peace, and hope found in Christ Jesus. They are stuck on the right hand side which represents the mind of the world and works of the flesh. With head hung low, they are being bombarded with the evil one’s words of hopelessness, fear, and death not hearing God at all.
Four other characters are in various states of heart and mind. They stand to the left which represents reliance on the Spirit and faith in God. Three are questioning their circumstances battling doubt and unbelief, one is battling fear as well. Another is breaking through and can see the goodness and mercy of the Lord. Despite their current battles, they are about to step onto His glorious path of trust and hope. The final character has triumphed! In victory, after intense testing and warfare, they are seeing God high and lifted up and placing their hope fully in Him and Him alone. They are unafraid because they see and hear God while ignoring the enemy’s voice and tactics.
Before I made the drawing I wrote a message in my journal: The Magnificent Turning is upon us. Simple_Profound_Supernatural turning toward our God as He opens our eyes and hearts to see and know how much we have turned away from Him.
After pondering what I drew, I wrote on the drawing: The Lord is Dawning in our Hearts in a brand New way! We’ve searched for Him, worked, wondered, partly turned toward Him, but are lost and going the wrong way. In this Dawning there will be a Magnificent Turning. Questions and wondering turned to zeal and passion! We will see Him and His green hills of peace. Though chaos be around us, WE WILL SEE HIM! The path will be clear!
On March 12th He further spoke to me about this season of Magnificent Turning. We, the Body of Christ, will make the magnificent left turn toward HIM and HIM alone! He spoke to me: Hang on to Me for this ride, dear children. In two weeks time (beginning March 26th) the path will clear, everything will be clearer. Again, I say I will make all things clearer for My beloveds. As My declared New Year approaches and Pesach (Passover Exodus 12:2) begins April 8th you will see Me arise in My power and might. I will make all things new. My promises will pour out in abundance to those who rely on Me and Me alone. All who are mine, I will bless. Hold tight to Me my darling ones and fear not for I am with you always, even to the end of the age!
Let Faith arise in your hearts. (Eph 3:16-18). Be anxious for nothing but through prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving (not complaining), let your requests be know to God and His peace will mount up guard around your hearts and mind. (Phps 4:6-7) Even though it appears we are walking through the shadow of death, HE IS WITH US! If we will hold on to Him goodness and mercy will follow us all the days of our lives and we shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever! (Psalm 23)
With an abundance of love to all of you,
Rev. Cheryl
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Rain was pelting my car and keeping my window wipers very busy as I drove over to San Jose a couple of weeks ago. I was attending the Ignite Leadership 3-Day Intensive and had prayed, not only over the conference and attendees ,but the weather. Truly, I had felt confident the Lord was going to magnificently bless this event and because of that I expected a nice dry day in response to my weather prayers. Needless to say, I was rather disappointed that it was raining.
Driving from Modesto to San Jose can be an adventure even on a sunny day because of heavy traffic. In the rain it’s an unpredictable and often dangerous pursuit. Crazy drivers zigzag in and out of traffic at high speeds. Accidents are frequent in the rain and the 1 1/2 hours drive can become 2 1/2 or more of bumper to bumper stop and go. BUT, California has been coming out of a very intense drought and we did need rain. So, I looked up to heaven and thanked God for the wet stuff even though we had already had a whole week of it. My semi-heartfelt thank you was followed by: And Lord, maybe you can give us a sunshine break?
Selfish prayer ending or not? I am not sure, because I felt strongly an impression to keep my sunglasses handy. Silly impression as it was so dark and gloomy with steady rain. Nonetheless, I put my sunglasses where I could reach them “just in case.” Good thing I did! I drove through rain for about 40 minutes ( yes, there were crazy drivers) when suddenly, as I got about a mile down I-680 headed for San Jose, the clouds parted and brilliant sunshine burst forth. The glare off the wet roads and cars was intense and I was so grateful I had those sunglasses!
I said out loud: Thank you Lord for the Sunshine!!!
To my surprise, I heard Him say, “I am healing the wounds of California.” That grabbed my heart and I was stunned by the loving intensity of His statement. The washing of the rain followed by the sudden appearance of brilliant sun made it all much more profound. Moments later I heard, “I am healing the wounds of My Body.” I knew He, my Jesus, meant more than California. He meant His world-wide body of believers.
A little later as I drove the final leg of my journey in bright sunshine with dark clouds held at bay all around it, I heard:
I will heal the wounded and the battle-weary. Those in the hot center of warfare, the shell-shocked ones, I myself will heal and restore them. I am healing your wounds and lifting weariness off of you. You will rejoice as at the first! Like a new babe in Me, you will be glad of heart as I raise you up.
At first I thought this was only for the leaders I about to join at the conference. But, these past few days Holy Spirit has made it clear to me that His words are for all of us! We are about to come out of the gloomy rain of intense battle and fatigue. The next part of our journey will be in His totally brilliant Sonshine! We will see Him clearly. When we see Him clearly all the pain and struggle will vanish and we will know who we are in Him.
2020 Vision in 2020 to you all!
Shalom,
Rev. Cheryl
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I was reading news stories today about Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade, two well-know, admired and financially well-to-do people, that became so very distraught they ended their lives by their own hand. My first thought was for their family and loved ones that God would comfort them. Then, I was overcome with the simple truth that money and success, though touted as the goal that will make a person happy and content, actually has nothing to do with happiness and contentment. Pondering that with the Lord in prayer, I came away with renewed realization that what actually brings joy, a sense of well-being and peace or contentment to a person’s life is HOPE. Without hope we are lost in place of darkness slaved to depression and despair even in the midst the most opulent of life’s circumstances.
No doubt in the darkest moments of the trials of life, even the most generally hopeful of us have entertained the thought that death would bring relief from the suffering, stress, pain and challenges. Why do some succumb to the darkness of those thoughts and end up miserable and bitter at best or kill themselves at worst while others are touched by a spark of saving hope and they endure Continue reading →
Today I waited on the Lord nearly all day to hear from Him. I knew there was something important that I wasn’t hearing. Late in the afternoon, when He began to speak, or more precisely, I began to hear, He directed me to a prophetic word I received in late December 2012 and posted in January of 2013. At the time I called it: Renewed in Joy! Today HE called it Joyful Recompense.
He also qualified the prophetic word so that I would know for whom He gave it. Many prophetic words are released as if for the entire church which I did back in 2013. But, I have learned since that they are sometimes for a specific group. Sometimes, not all the church are able to receive what is promised. In this case, He tells me not all will sacrifice and do what it takes to step into their Highest Call in Him. Not all in the church have the commitment to their walk with our Lord that will produce in them His prophetic promises.
Therefore, this message, this recompense, is for the Remnant and for all in the Body of Christ who will ask for it plus do what is needed to receive it. Age is not a factor nor how long a person has been born again. It is for those who have endured, are faithful to Him, take time to sit at His feet, to KNOW Him, and who apply His word to their lives, accepting the changes that He requires, who desire transformation, listen to His voice and do what they hear Him say – these ones who intercede, care little about recognition, give HIM glory, reach out to the poor, obey His voice, share the Good News when He opens the door – they are about to… Continue reading →
Today I was drawn by Holy Spirit to re-read a post I made back in 2012. He asked me to share His word to us again. With minor edits inspired by Him, it is more than ever for us today! I share nothing on this blog unless Holy Spirit has inspired me and prompted me to do so. Therefore, I know this message is vital for us now and it is an encouraging reminder that our prophetic destiny as a nation lies in HIS HANDS ALONE and He WILL use US to bring about that destiny!
The word of the Lord to me for 2017 and beyond is this: It is vital we stop focusing on one man as if he could possibly stop the glorious outpouring our God has destined for our nation. Or, focusing on him because we believe that this elected leader is the “be all end all” savior and answer to our nations woes.
No matter what you think of the President, he is not higher than God or His Word. He was put in place by God, as are ALL leaders, to fulfill His sovereign plans. None the less, it is not one man, though elected to the high office of President, that will affect the destiny and course of this nation. He is part of God’s overall plan, yes, but, it is the prayers, choices and actions of the Ecclesia, the body of Christ, the disciples of the Lord Jesus, who hold the destiny of the nation in their mouths and actions. God flows His plans through us. Thus, We, the Ecclesia, can either hold back or release the nation to prosper and flourish. What we pray, what we speak out, what we do is the key. God is watching and waiting for a people after His heart… A People that understand ONLY ONE MAN can SAVE the USA and that is our LORD JESUS CHRIST!
With that said here is the message from 2012 Holy Spirit is renewing for the day we are living in; with His updates included:Continue reading →
Yesterday (August 21) I was quite despondent all morning and very concerned in the spirit over our nation and our future. That is unusual for me as I have been inspired by Holy Spirit to stand in great hope for the USA even during the darkest of times. But, I had seen in a dream something disturbing. I saw a great house. It was Colonial, painted white with black trim. It was three stories with pillars out front, lovely green landscaping, on a hill overlooking water. There was bright sunshine on the house at all times. Then before my eyes the house was ripped apart. Holes in the roof and walls appeared. Windows broken and shutters askew. There was a man working desperately to save the house, but as fast as he repaired it new destruction occurred. He worked harder, sweating. He took off his shirt, tightened his belt, and worked on the house but, it kept falling apart and missiles blew holes in it. He finally fell on his face exhausted and lay on the ground. He got up after a bit and walked toward the water and stepped on to a wooden boat dock. He fell into the water face first, rolled over, face to the sun, and floated away out of my sight. Very oddly his chest shown brightly with radiant gold. I woke up horrified and saddened.
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But, the dream was not what I thought it was. No, in seeking the Lord, it was not the depiction of destruction, loss and suicide that my soul perceived. It was a depiction of the church finally letting go of working hard to keep up a structure our loving Father is trying to tear down. Holy Spirit quickened to me that it was specifically a picture of the USA church. The Colonial house indicated the church in the USA stemming from her very beginnings.
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The man in the dream represented all the ministers of the gospel trying to keep things the way they are – trying to hold back change and transformation of the USA church. But, we must be transformed. A reformation has begun. The old structure has to be removed and God’s structure built by His hands. When the man fell, it was on his face. Good position. He fell in humility. He walked away from the old and fell into the washing waters of the word of God, face first – in humility – and then turned around completely, facing the sun, and let the waters carry him withersoever God would have him go. It was a picture of submission, repentance, and turning to God’s ways. His heart glowed golden with God’s presence as he floated away.
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After the dream, I received this message from the Lord:
Hang on! For the prayers of the righteous have come before Me this day on behalf of the United State of America. Bow low before My Presence and I will raise you up as beloved children. Hold tight to me and watch as I cleanse your nation of wicked schemes from within, of plots to destroy, of long-term iniquity that seems impossible to overcome. Of these impossibles I say: NO MORE! What humankind cannot do, I CAN do and WILL do before your eyes and in the hearing of your ears.
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Let not sadness or grieving overtake you during this time. For on a grand scale, to the North, South, East and West, I will shake out and reveal the hidden things of men’s and women’s hearts. The sleepiness of your nation will change in a day. My Body is waking up and, as they come fully awake to the futility of their strivings and self-made kingdoms, they will see Me. They will see My Glory and the magnificence of who I AM will terrify them; but not to death. They will be startled and provoked to new life within their New Life. Such as I have done in their hearts will shine forth like the noonday sun. What they have treasured of their own doing will fall away as dust in the wind of My refreshing breath.
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The dry bones shall live! You shall live and serve Me and My purposes. You shall not die USA church but, it will feel like it as I transform every aspect of you inside and out.
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Evenings will be sweet in My Presence and mornings drenched with the dew of My love. Your days will be filled with joy in the harvest and in the night hours I will speak clearly and show you all that must take place. And, I will strengthen you for the season of trials to come.
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Yes! Bow low before Me, my dear ones, and trust Me implicitly to bring you to the place of your greatest, your highest, call in Me. A place of supernatural servanthood.
Your nation is My nation and I will shut the mouths of those who curse her; the mouths of those within and those without.
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Every nation is My nation and what belongs to Me, I am about to take out of the hands of those who hate Me. Salvation shall flood the earth. Though the battle be fierce, Rejoice! Look up! Watch! See what I will do in your midst and Rejoice!
Though many folks are longing for things to “go back to the way they were” here in the USA, that is not at all what I am hearing from the Lord. Instead, He is speaking to me that it is time to press into Him and learn from Him His plans for the USA. He has begun a great and mighty work of change that will, if we respond, cause the USA church and eventually our nation to shake off “the way we were” and step into our greatest hour ever in all of our remarkable history.
Yes, there were good times in the past, but that is the old wine skin of the old days and we must become new wine skins so that He can pour out a brand new wine… a new way of doing just about everything!
We are in preparation right now to be part of His grand plans. Keep saying to yourself that Change is Good. Yes, whatever the Lord is changing is very good! No matter how much He is stretching you and challenging you in this season, know that every bit of the discomfort is worth it for the glory that is set before us!
Get excited and let Him prepare you now to receive the “new wine” for our generation! (Luke 5:36-39)
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