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======== There are so many miracles waiting 2b discovered, like little tiny nuggets of gold that God left 4 us 2 find out about Him in order 2 know ourselves much better...Be blessed in this most precious month of our Savior's Birth and new Winter Season... remember u are never alone, bcoz encouragement is just a step away, and each step a miracle waiting 2b discovered.
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01DEC - You have been in a time of old things coming 2 an end. And, even though u
cannot see ahead 2 know what is coming, u can trust Me 2 continue 2 shut
the doors that need 2b shut and 2 open the doors that need 2b opened. Do
not be afraid, 4 I Am w/u to bring u into divine purpose and destiny,
and I will fill the void in your heart and any sense of emptiness that has
resulted from changes that are taking place, says the Lord. Put your trust in
Me.
Revelation 3:8 - I know your works. See, I have set b4 u an open door,
and no one can shut it; 4 u have a little strength, have kept My word, and
have not denied My name.
01DEC - Moving Forward or Slipping Back? - Don't get so busy enjoying today's Victory that tomorrow ends up in defeat. Give the Word more of your Attention, not less. Keep moving from faith-2-faith. When u turn your Attention away from the Promises of God, u may begin suffering defeat in areas in which u once had Victory. It's not that u dont believe anymore, no. Your Word level had dropped and tat equals low faith level. When that happens, u begin slipping backwards instead of forward in the things of God. dig deeper into God. Concentrate on becoming strong in the Spirit. Keep moving forward in God. Go from faith-2-faith.
Hebrews 2:1 - So we must Listen very carefully 2 the truths we have heard, or we may drift away from them.
02DEC - Release yourself from the bondage of fear and worry. When your faith is in
Me, I will carry you in the flow of My Spirit. But, you must not hang on to the
things of the world or put your trust in natural things. Your faith is
substantive and vital to your success in any endeavor, and you must put it to
work by actual belief and not just hope. I am looking for a people who have a
strong and working faith whose actions demonstrate My kingdom, says the Lord.
Hebrews 11:1 - Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence
of things not seen.
02DEC - Free Your Faith - If u have been praying 4 something and u just cant seem 2 get an answer, check your heart 4 unforgiveness. Releasing those that have wronged u is fundamental 2 receiving from God. You cannot hold grudges in your heart and have your prayers answered at the same time. Unforgiveness clogs the faith channel and keeps u powerless against the mountains in your life! You can unclog the channel of faith by asking the Holy Spirit 2 bring 2 light any grudge that is hidden in your heart. You will begin 2C those prayers answered when u free your faith!
Mark 11:25 - But when u are praying, First forgive anyone u are holding a grudge against, so that your Father in Heaven will forgive u your sins also."
03DEC- Talk Like God - God has chosen the foolish things of the world 2 confound the wise
(I Corinthians 1:27). God's Promises 2 u often contradict the natural evidences around u, but if u want 2 keep the enemy defeated, that's the kind of talking 2 do. Your circumstances may not immediately change when your words begin 2 agree w/God's. Continue 2 speak them out in faith no matter what it looks like. When Jesus cursed the fig tree, He did not go back and check 2C if anything had happened 2 it! He considered it done! God never waits 4 circumstances 2 line up b4 He speaks. He causes them 2 line up
because He speaks. Follow His example. Let your faith speak!
Mark 1l:23 - If u only have Faith 'IN' God [or the God kind of faith]--this is the absolute Truth--u can SAY 2 this Mount of Olives [problem], "Rise up and fall into the Mediterranean," and your command will be obeyed. All that is required is that u really believe and have NO doubt!
04DEC - Honor God and He Will Honor U - There is a basic principle in Proverbs that can mean success or failure in your life. If u want God 2 honor u and bless u in any area of your life, u are going 2 have 2 honor Him in that particular area. U must honor God w/your money, or as the scripture says, w/the firstfruits of all your increase. You are going 2 have 2 Tithe. If u do not start honoring God w/your money, u will be in the same financial position next year that u are in today. Give God His firstfruits, your Tithe. God is always faithful 2 honor and bless u as u put Him first!
Proverbs 3:9-10 - Honor the LORD w/your possessions, And w/the firstfruits of all your increase; So your barns will be filled w/plenty, And your vats will overflow w/new wine.
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05DEC - You have been taught My word, and My ways have been revealed 2 u by the
spirit of truth. U have been equipped by the spirit of power as u have
embraced the gifts of the Spirit and have believed that u can operate in
these. And now u are entering a time of testing so that u can apply that
which u have learned and that which u have received. In this season u can
pass the tests that come by using the authority that u have been given. These
tests will strengthen u and will teach u responsibility and integrity. They
will equip u 2b more than conquerors and enable u 2b overcomers. This
is an important season in which I am preparing My people 2 become a glorious
church. It is a season in which u must live by My prophetic and written word. U must now learn 2 apply by faith My words 2 every test, and if u do so, u will have victory and reason 4 celebration. Present vision will be
established as u embrace the challenges of this season. My people will not
perish 4 a lack of vision in this season. Rejoice and be glad 4 the time of
the victory and the Day of My power is at hand, says the Lord.
Luke 10:19
- "Behold, I give u the authority 2 trample on serpents and scorpions, and over
all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt u."
05DEC - To those of u who have fought the good
fight, I tell u honestly that u have punched thru hindrances and
dispelled the darkness so that u are able 2 C w/more clarity and walk in
more freedom. The battle has been fierce and your adversary has been tough, but u have risen up in faith, stayed the course, and overcome. Rejoice in victory,
says the Lord.
1 Corinthians 15:57 - But thanks be 2 God, who gives us the
victory thru our Lord Jesus Christ.
05DEC - What Riches Were Meant 2 Do - Do not turn down the wealth God wants 2 give u just bcoz u do not 'need' it. U may things that is humility, but it is not. It is selfishness! What u are really saying is, "All I care about is meeting my own needs. I have no ambition 2 help meet anyone else's!" That philosophy has hindered the ministry of Jesus on the earth today. It takes money 2 preach the gospel. Jesus had so much money coming in and out of His ministry that He had 2 appoint a treasurer, Judas. Jesus did not store it up, tho. He was constantly giving! Start following in His footsteps. Expect a financial blessing and start giving. It is time 4 u 2 stop working 4 a living and start working 4 a 'giving'!
Ephesian 4:28 - "The NEW MAN" - Let him who stole steal no longer, but rather let him labor, working w/his hands what is good, that he may have something 2 give him who has need.
06DEC - Rise up,
My people, and thus receive that which I am doing among u. Rise up and receive
the power of the most Holy Spirit. Rise up into a heavenly place and no longer
be bound 2 the earth. For, I have opened a door in the heavens. I have created
a pathway 4 u 2 come. And, surely, if u walk upon this pathway u will
be given entrance into the glory of My kingdom. You shall be allowed to walk in
the valley of vision and the vision that I show u will forever change u.
Rise 2 believe that u will be victorious in every situation and every
circumstance. Arise and receive the power of this age, says the Lord God.
06DEC - Rise up and receive the strength that is found
in Me, says the Lord. I have indeed undergirded u; I am your refuge and your
place of safety. Come 2 Me in faith and obtain all that you need. I am for you
and not against you, and I will give you wisdom and direction in every
circumstance. Be strong and of good courage.
Deuteronomy 33:27 The eternal
God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms; He will thrust out
the enemy from b4 u, and will say, 'Destroy!'
06DEC - Your Children Released From Captivity - Do not let the devil run roughshod over your children! U have authority in the Name of Jesus order satan out of their lives. It is your responsibility 2 stand against those unseen forces on their behalf. Your children may not understand what is coming against them. When u C the first warning signs of rebellion in them, confess the Promises of God over them and refuse 2 give the devil any room 2 operate. God knows how 2 deliver your children. Do your part. Trust that God will do His part. He will bring them back from the land of the enemy!
Jeremiah 31:16-17 - But now this is what the L
ord says: “
Do not weep any
longer, 4 I will reward u,” says the L
ord “Your children will come back 2 u from the distant land of the enemy.
There is hope 4 your future,” says the Lord “Your children will come
again 2 their own land.
07DEC -Make sure that the things that u hold dear are not of the world or of a
temporary nature. Occasionally it is necessary 2 regain perspective and reorder
your priorities. This is one of those times. Whatever seeds you sow will reap a
harvest, and this is a time 2 invest your heart in My kingdom in order 2 reap
a bountiful spiritual harvest, says the Lord.
Psalms 62:10 - Do not trust in oppression, nor vainly hope in robbery; if
riches increase, do not set your heart on them.
07DEC - Press In - The Holy Spirit is sending forth a message today. It is a message of urgency 2 press in 2 Him. Hard times are coming, but u can C the glorious outpourings of God if u will heed His call. Your 1st step in drawing closer 2 God is 2 realize that u know God 1st in His Word. Remember this: John 1 tells u that Jesus is the Word. When u spend time in it, u are spending time w/Jesus! When His Word is richly dwelling in u, then Jesus is dwelling in u richly, too! Press in 2 Jesus! U will be able 2 make it thru the dangerous days ahead.
Colossians 3:16 - Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives. Teach and
counsel each other w/all the wisdom He gives. Sing psalms and hymns and
spiritual songs 2 God w/thankful hearts.
And whatever u do
or say,
do it as a representative
of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks thru Him 2 God the Father.
08DEC - I kept hearing in my spirit, "Steady as she goes." It is a navigational
phrase that means the same thing as "stay the course". Don't change anything;
keep doing what you've been doing. And, I heard the Lord say: In your recent
course corrections refuse 2 get discouraged when u don't C immediate
advantage. U are on the right track. Just keep moving and obeying My voice and
My leading. U will C that divine purpose is being accomplished.
Romans 8:28 - And we know that all things work together 4 good 2 those
who love God, 2 those who are the called according 2 His
purpose.\
08DEC - Get the Two Together - You can be established in the Faith AND abounding w/Thanksgiving. Success comes from combining these 2 forces. When u run into a challenge, do not just stand around grim-faced and white-knuckled holding onto your faith. Raise your hands high and PRAISE! Start thanking God in the midst of what is happening around u. Keep thanking Him 4 the answer UNTIL it comes. U can be a faith person and a joy person as u rejoice and give thanks as u hold fast 2 the Word. U and God will have a glorious time together.
Do not allow anyone or anything 2 ROB u of your Joy. Bcoz people have a tendency 2b happy one moment and bring u down of your own Joy and Happiness, and then after they have robbed u of yours, they are happy again as it came and past. Remain thankful and joyful and pray 4 that person, but remain happy in yourself. Do not allow the enemy 2 rob u of what Jesus died 2 give u. He paid the price of suffering so u could have Happiness and Joy and Faith! The price has been paid so enjoy it.
Colossians 2:6-7 - As u have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk IN Him, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, as u have been taught, abounding in it w/thanksgiving.
09DEC - Take advantage of these days of discovery, 4 I tell u truly that u are
in a time when u can discover more about My kingdom and the truth of My word
as well as about yourself. I will take off the blinders and open your eyes so
that u can C more clearly and make decisions based on a broader view of life
and circumstances. Use this time 2 expand rather than retreat; 2 go forward
rather than pull back. Do not be afraid 2 explore unfamiliar territory, says
the Lord.
Micah 7:8 - Do not rejoice over me, my enemy; when I fall, I will arise;
when I sit in darkness, the LORD will be a light 2 me.
09DEC - L-O-V-E: Everyone's Language and THE SECRET 2 Success - God's LOVE has been shed abroad in your heart. Commit 2 living the life of LOVE today, right now; and watch God turn failure into success at Home, at work, and in every situation, bcoz LOVE never fails! Jesus was moved and motivated by LOVE here on the Earth. He was moved w/compassion 4 the sick even when they would give Him no solitude. Compassion does not strike at the surface of things. It goes 2 the ROOT of the problem. Remember, LOVE is the secret 2 your success bcoz Love never fails!
I Corinthians 13:8 - LOVE NEVER FAILS. But whether there are prophecies, they will fail; whether there are tongues, they will cease; whether there is knowledge, it will vanish away.
10DEC - Seek God First - Do not worry if u do not "have it made." Growing in the Faith walk takes time and perseverance. U serve a faithful God who has given u PROMISES from His Word. Seek God FIRST. Make that decision today. Do not get your eyes on the things of this world. When u seek His Kingdom first, and His righteousness, all these things will be added unto u. God cares 4 u and 4 what u are doing. He sees your need and has promised 2 meet it. Walk w/God in whatever place u are today. He will never let u down!
Matthew 6:33 - "But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be ADDED 2 u, not taken away, but added.
11DEC - Spread Peace This CHRISTmas - Christmas is a perfect time 2 plant SEEDS-Of-Love. The whole world is hearing the message oft he birth of Jesus, and their hearts are tender toward His Love. Those seeds of love may take the form of a kind word while shopping. U may be able 2 pray and minister 2 someone. At times, the Lord may even direct u 2 give a few dollars 2 someone letting them know the Lord directed u 2 help them and that He loves and cares 4 them. People will listen when u speak and act in love. These small seeds may take root and bring one more precious person into the glorious Kingdom of God.
Luke 2:13-14 - And suddenly there was w/the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying: "Glory 2 God in the highest, and on Earth PEACE, good will toward men!"
12DEC - I have chosen u 4 such a time as this 2 walk in the power of My presence
and in victory. For, I have come 2 raise an army, a glorious army, the likes of
which has never been b4. For, they shall rise up and run in the power of the
Most Holy 2 defeat the enemy. I am calling 2 u now. I am calling 2 u 2b restored and 2 recover the gift of My Love, Joy and Peace. Beloved, even as
this year has passed by, there stands one b4 u, the summary and the power
of which, at this point, is unknown and unbelievable. But, I call those things
which are not as though they were, and u will be astounded at My work. U
will be astounded at what I accomplish among My people. It is the day of
opportunity and discovery, the day of receiving the blessing of the Lord Most
Holy. Renew yourself this day, says the Lord; all things will be possible 2 him
who believes.
12DEC - Stay focused spiritually and refuse 2 allow
the herd instinct of this season 2 push u into carnal tendencies.
Expectations based on presumption or fantasy will only produce disappointment.
Keep your emotions under the rule of the Spirit, says the Lord, and u will be
able 2 resist temptations that will take u down the path of regret.
James
4:7 - Therefore submit 2 God. Resist the devil and he will flee from u.
12DEC - Tune In - There can be an explosion of God's power in this world that can turn it around when the hearts and minds are tuned in 2 God. Praying in other tongues is the fastest, most effective method of tuning in 2 God that I know. Instead of praying your own thoughts and plans, u are praying His. The Spirit knows how 2 turn His Body into the glorious Church w/o spot or wrinkle. Start adjusting your spiritual tuner today. Set your spirit on God's wavelength and C how quickly the spots and wrinkles disappear from u! Pray in the Spirit!
I Corinthians 14:2 - For he who speaks in a tongue does not speak 2 men, but 2 God, 4 no one understands him; however, in the spirit he speaks mysteries.
13DEC - My beloved children, if u could C the extent of destruction that is set
in motion when u speak against one another, u would learn 2 hold your
tongue. However, this is not a matter of words but of the condition of your
heart and your willingness 2 say things about someone else that u would not
want spoken about yourself, says the Lord. U will be held accountable 4
every word that u speak, so be careful what u say.
Matthew 12:36 - But I say 2 u that 4 every idle word men may speak,
they will give account of it in the day of judgment.
13DEC - Do Not Panic - If u are on the edge of making a major decision in your life right now, do not panic! U can receive guidance from the Lord. Being led by Him is not some complicated process! U will know the right thing 2 do as u begin 2 roll your works over on God, commit your ways 2 Him and trust them wholly 2 Him. He will start adjusting your THOUGHTS 2b like His until u will just know the right thing 2 do. Feeding on His Word will establish u in Faith and Trust and u will become more confident in your ability 2 hear from the Lord. Believe u receive when u pray. Stop worrying! Do not panic! Begin believing!
Proverbs 16:3 - Commit your works 2 the LORD, And your THOUGHTS will be established
14DEC - Turmoil and confusion rage around u, but u belong 2 Me and 2 My kingdom
where u can abide in righteousness. Literally, u are in the world, but u
are not of it. U are a citizen of the spiritual Jerusalem, the place of SAFETY
where peace abounds. Rise above the consortium of worldly systems and carnal
thinking and truly establish yourself in the spiritual reality of My government
and power of rule, says the Lord.
2 Peter 1:2-4 - Grace and peace be multiplied 2 u in the knowledge of God
and of Jesus our Lord, as His divine power has given 2 us all things that
pertain 2 life and godliness, thru the knowledge of Him who called us by
glory and virtue, by which have been given 2 us exceedingly great and precious
promises, that thru these u may be partakers of the divine nature, having
escaped the corruption that is in the world thru lust.
14DEC - No Deposit--No Return - Now is the time 4 u 2 build a rock-solid foundation! Do not wait around until u are faced w/a crisis. U can be so deeply established in the Word that when a crisis does come, your first response will be one of Faith, NOT fear. Begin depositing the Word in your heart now! The Faith u will need will be able 2 flow out of u in power. Remember. No deposit--no return! U do not want doubt and unbelief returning 2 u. So start making Faith deposits today. Get ready 4 an abundant, powerful return!
Psalms 112:1,7-8 - BLESSED is the man who fears the LORD, Who delights greatly in His commandments. He will not be afraid of evil tidings; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the LORD. His heart is established; He will not be afraid, Until he sees his desire upon his enemies.
15DEC - Maintain right standing w/Me, says the Lord. The days are evil, and u
must stay in the flow of the Spirit or the works of the flesh will take you into
darkness. Now is the time 2 take your position as a watchman and keep a
constant vigil so that the enemy cannot plunder what should be your place of
refuge. Your place of safety is in Me, in truth, in righteousness and peace.
Guard your heart.
Proverbs 4:23 - Keep your heart w/all diligence, 4 out of it spring the
issues of life.
15DEC - A Carefree CHRISTmas - No matter how intense or how trivial the problems are that u are facing right now, u can have the most wonderful, most carefree christmas season u have ever had in your life. PEACE can be yours as u pray, making your requests known 2 God and praising Him 4 the Answers. Worry is one of the devil's chief strategies against u--especially during the holiday season! If he can get u 2 worry, he can use the financial pressures, family pressures and scheduling problems that are just a 'normal' part of everyday life 2 weigh down and drag u into trouble. DO NOT WORRY! God has the ANSWER. Just ASK HIM and u will be celebrating a carefree CHRISTmas!
Philippians 4:6 - ... and the Peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will GUARD your hearts and minds thru Christ Jesus.
16DEC - It is imperative that u walk in truth. I not only speak of always telling
the truth, but of living the truth of My Word, and knowing the truth of every
circumstance. Deception abounds, but u will only fall prey 2 the lies of the
enemy if u are not firmly grounded in truth. Be on guard 4 seductions that
lure u into all manner of fantasy. If something seems too good 2b
true, it usually is. Let Me lead u in righteousness and truth in all things,
says the Lord.
Proverbs 3:3 - Let not mercy and truth forsake u; bind them around your
neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.
16DEC - Run Him Out of Town -Do not let the devil catch u off guard. he can build his forces up against u when u wait til the last minute 2 take your stand. Prepare now 4 the battle. U can get the stage set spiritually 4 what lies ahead. Satan wants 2 get his forces entrenched b4 u begin moving against him. Do not let him get a foothold. Start praying and speaking the Word of Faith now over your family, your business and your church. Get your feet shod w/the PREPARATION of the gospel of Peace. Then if Satan tries 2 cause trouble, u will be well equipped 2 run him out of town!
Ephesians 6:14-15 - Stand therefore, having girded your waist w/TRUTH, having put on the BREASTPLATE of Righteousness, And having shod your feet w/the PREPARATION of the Gospel of Peace.
17DEC Dare 2 Take Your Place - You have a covenant of grace w/Almighty God! This Truth will change your life if u can grasp the significance of it. God has entered into a Blood covenant w/u. He has given u grace upon grace. He has given u everything He has in Exchange 4 everything u have.
He took your Sin 2 give u His Righteousness.
He took your Sickness 2 give u Health.
He took your Poverty in order 2 meet all of your Needs according 2 His riches in glory.
Whenever He asks u 2 do something, He Provides everything u need 2 carry it out. You are a covenant Child of the most powerful being in the universe. Dare 2 take your place in the Family of God!
Titus 3:4-7 - But when the Kindness and the Love of God our Savior toward man appeared, not by works of Righteousness which we have done, but according 2 His Mercy He saved us, thru the washing of regeneration and renewing of the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out on us abundantly thru Jesus Christ our Savior, that having been justified by His grace we should become Heirs according 2 the HOPE of Eternal Life.
18DEC - Extremely Blessed - Do u want 2b extremely blessed this Christmas? If u will give God's Word your full attention and NOT BE AFRAID of His will 4 your life, u will be happier and more prosperous than u could ever dream! U may just be ordinary, but if u will latch onto God's Word, u will latch onto something out of the ordinary. It will change your life! People may call u extreme, but do not worry about that. When u put your faith in the Word of God, u will be extreme! Extremely well, extremely blessed, extremely prosperous! Merry CHRISTmas.
Proverbs 17:8 - A man devoid of understanding shakes hands in a pledge, And becomes surety 4 his friend.
19DEC - I say unto u, truly, truly, that this is the day of recovery, so rise up w/HOPE
renewed. Gain access into My goodness. For, surely I will restore that which has
been stolen. The process of restoration has come as a part of My ministry. I
have come 2 set My people free, and I continue in the process by restoring them
from time-2-time when it is necessary. Receive today the power of restoration
and let the spirit of the living God now invade your spiritual space; let it
over take u; let it embrace u. Let the Spirit of God draw u close 2 the
heart of Jesus. Regain this moment, the power of your first Love; the power of
His presence and your position in God's kingdom. Regain your position of
victory, says the Lord, 4 surely it is yours. NicholasBelPhotography
19DEC - To those who feel like energy is a rare
commodity, the enemy has done his best 2 wear u out. But, I tell u that u
cannot find your strength in the natural realm, it comes from having spiritual Joy. Come into My Presence and receive My Joy, which is everlasting and does not
depend on youth or natural vitality. Come, says the Lord.
Nehemiah 8:10 - Then
he said 2 them, "Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions
to those 4 whom nothing is prepared; 4 this day is holy 2 our LORD. Do not
sorrow, 4 the Joy of the LORD is your strength."
19DEC - Do Not Settle 4 Second Best - It is tough 2b enthusiastic about going thru tests and trials. If u will use those trials 2 develop Patience, your needs will be supplied in every way and u will be in want of nothing. Now, that is exciting!
PATIENCE is a powerful word. It does not mean settling sweetly 4 second best. It does not mean standing meekly by while the devil romps all over u. It means "2b CONSISTENTLY CONSTANT or 2b the same way all the time, regardless of what happens." If u will put your Trust in the Word of God and let Patience work, it will not matter what happens. U will be able 2settle 4 Victory!
James 1:2-8 - "Profiting from Trials - My brethren, count it ALL Joy when u fall into various trials, Knowing that the testing of your Faith produces Patience. But let Patience have its perfect work, that u may be perfect [mature] and complete, lacking nothing.
If any of u lacks Wisdom, let him ASK OF GOD, who gives 2 all liberally and w/o reproach, and it will be given 2 him.
But let him ask IN Faith [calling those things which are not, as tho they were] w/no doubting, 4 he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord [if he doubts]; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.
20DEC - Beloved, u must not be moved by anything but My Spirit. Be aware that there
are forces around u that are waiting 2 move u away from truth,
righteousness, and obedience 2 My Word. Temptations will be tantalizing, but u must test the spirits and discern. Consider the ultimate results of the
changes and decisions that u are entertaining. Yield only 2 the moving of My
Spirit, says the Lord.
1 John 4:1- Beloved, don't believe every spirit, but test the spirits,
whether they are of God.
20DEC - A Little Bit of Heaven on Earth - Do not open the door 2 your home 2 satan by allowing your family the 'luxury' of a few Quarrels. He wants 2 spoil the atmosphere of your Home, 2 foul things up by causing family members 2b at odds w/one another. Living in a Home filled w/the LOVE and PEACE of God is almost like living in Heaven right here on Earth. Everyone longs 4 that kind of atmosphere. When God's people are in harmony w/each other, miracles start 2 happen bcoz it is a supernatural atmosphere. Anchor your Home 2 God's Word. Your Home can be God's powerhouse! Pray, Support, and Love your family Teach them that when they are all in agreement, they can all enjoy a little bit of Heaven on Earth!
Colossians 3:12-13 - "Character of the New Man" - Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, long-suffering; bearing w/one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave u, so u also must do.
21DEC - Watch for the chance 2 speak the truth that will bring freedom. U will
have opportunities 2 both speak truth 2 yourself in moments of weakness and
temptation and 2 others who have yielded 2 the carnal nature on some level.
Don't sympathize with the condition and works of the flesh or become a victim of
attacks from the evil one. Rise up in the liberty that comes from maintaining
your position in the Spirit, says the Lord.
Galatians 5:1 - Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made
us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage.
21DEC - Stick 2 Your Calling - Are u doing what God has called u 2 do? No matter who u are, God has put a holy calling on u! He has designed u and called u 2 meet a need in the Body of Christ that nobody else can meet quite like u can. Make up your mind 2 prayerfully trim away the extra things u have added 2 your life. Stir up the gift God has placed inside u. Get back 2 what He has called u 2 do. U may be called 2b so successful in business, u can finance the gospel. U may be called 2 a ministry of prayer and intercession. U may be called 2 a ministry of Healing in your own neighborhood. Whatever it is, follow it. Do not ever let it slip away from u.
2Timothy 1:6,9 - Therefore I remind u 2 stir up the gift of God, which is in u thru the laying on of my hands. ..who has saved us and called us w/a Holy Calling, not according 2 our works, but according 2 His own purpose and grace which was given 2 us in Christ Jesus b4 TIME began,
22DEC - The enemy has risen up with a vengeance to destroy your faith and bring u
down to the depths of despair. Don't let the devil gain any ground in your
heart. He will take advantage of your self-focus and will take u down in
condemnation. U are not a victim of his schemes; u are designed and
empowered 2b victorious over all the work of evil against u. Rise up in
your most holy faith, and stand your ground against these attacks by maintaining
your position in My Spirit, says the Lord. Do not be afraid.
Colossians 2:13-15 - And u, being dead in your trespasses and the
uncircumcision of your flesh, He has made alive together with Him, having
forgiven u all trespasses, having wiped out the handwriting of requirements
that was against us, which was contrary to us. And He has taken it out of the
way, having nailed it to the cross. Having disarmed principalities and powers,
He made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them in it.
22DEC - Do Not Look at the Storm - When u get a revelation from the Word of God, hang onto it! Do not focus on anything else. The devil will try anything 2 get u 2 take your eyes off the Word. He wants u 2 concentrate on the physical senses and the situations around u, instead of on the promises of God. Peter began 2 focus on the circumstances instead of on Jesus; and when he did, his faith slipped out of gear and he started 2 sink. Do not let that happen 2 u. Keep your eyes on the Word of God 'until' it is more real inside u than anything else. If u do, u will be able 2 walk on the water during the storms of life instead of sinking into the dark waters of defeat.
Matthew 14:30-31 - But when He saw that the wind was boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning 2 sink he cried out, saying , "LORD, save me!" And immediately Jesus stretched out His hand and caught him, 'O u of little faith, why did u doubt?"
23DEC - You are entering a season when u will be able 2 gain new perspective and
perhaps see a theme as the details begin 2 come together in a comprehensive
overview. It would be a mistake 2 give the temporary details of your life more
significance or power than they deserve. In the long run what really matters is
your spiritual relationship with Me, says the Lord, and not the natural things
that distract u from that which is really important. Maintain a positive
outlook as u continue 2 progress in spiritual reality.
Romans 8:28 - And we know that all things work together for good 2 those
who love God, 2 those who are the called according 2 His
purpose.
23DEC - Go When U Are Ready - Did u know that it is not God's will 4 u 2 die young? His will is for u 2 live a full number of your days. The B.I.B.L.E says that when Abraham died, he died at a god old age, FULL of years. that is the way it ought 2b with us. God promises in Psalm 91:16 that if u are living under the shadow of the Most High, He will satisfy u with long life. If u are not satisfied, live a while longer. Live out the full number of your days ready 4 His coming, healed and victorious.
Psalms 91:16 - With long life I will satisfy him, simplyelegant AND show him My salvation.
24DEC - Good Success - Being established in the Word guarantees u 'good success.' It comes from spending so much of your time and your THOUGHT life on the Word that it becomes 'second nature.' It comes from hearing and obeying the Word so consistently that it begins 2 guide your actions even when u are not consciously thinking about it. Practice meditating on the Word. Apply the Word in different situations while u are meditating on it. See yourself obeying in every possible circumstance. U WILL have good success.
Joshua 1:8 - "
This Book of the Law shall not depart from your MOUTH, but u shall meditate in it day and night, that u may observe 2 do according 2 all that is written in it. For THEN u will make your way Prosperious, and then u will have Good Success..
25DEC -
A Time 2 Forget - Make CHRISTmas more than just a time 4 remembering this year. It is
FUN 2 reminisce and talk about the days gone by. But, inevitably, u
will stumble across memories u would rather forget. Are u dragging
behind u memories from the past? U must leave that baggage behind and
there is only one way 2 do it --thru Forgiveness. It is not an option,
but a Basic requirement as a believer. God calls unforgiveness
wickedness. Matthew 18 illustrates this Truth. When petty resentments and tiny bits of unforgiveness build up between u and others, beware! Satan will use those 2 torment u. Allow the Holy Spirit 2 reveal past hurts. Get forgiveness by repenting. Make this CHRISTmas a time 2 forget AND forgive!
Matthew 18:21-22 - Then Peter came 2 Him and said, "LORD, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Up 2 seven times?" Jesus said 2 him,
"I do not say 2 u, up 2 seven times, but up 2 seventy times seven., [Note: We desire God 2 forgive us our own mistakes/sins and bad decisions, and He continually forgives us, we must love others the same way.]
ElegantlySimple
26DEC - I kept hearing in my spirit the words fine tuning. And, I heard the
Lord say that this is a time 2 make adjustments in order 2 obtain optimum
performance in the realm of the Spirit. He is going 2 hone our methods of
prayer and warfare, like sharpening a blade on a stone. He is the chief
cornerstone, His word is the sword of the Spirit, and He will prepare us for
greater effectiveness and send us out 2 efficiently accomplish His will on the
earth.
Isaiah 49:2 - And He has made my mouth like a sharp sword; in the shadow of
His hand He has hidden me, and made me a polished shaft; in His quiver He has
hidden me.
26DEC - Know Him as Daddy -
Fellowship with God 2 get 2 really know Him. There are times u will be very serious with one another. He will be "Father" then. Other times, u will be more lighthearted. Then u can call Him "Daddy." The Greek word Abba means "Daddy" and it is scriptural for u 2 refer 2 your Heavenly Father with a word that signifies closeness. When u spend time with Him and get 2 know Him, u will be comfortable calling Him Daddy. He does not mind. He wants u 2 know Him as your Daddy.
Romans 8:15 -
For u did not receive the spirit of bondage again 2 fear, but u received the Spirit of Adoption by when we cry out, "Abba, Father."
27DEC - The choices u make at this juncture in your life will have far-reaching
consequences. Now is the time 2 carefully consider your options and make
decisions only after you have sought Me for wisdom. Making course corrections
based on seduction will only bring leanness 2 your soul. Stay in the flow of My
Spirit, says the Lord, and let Me guide u in this season. Then, when u know
what is right 4 u 2 do be concise and decisive without wavering.
James 1:5-8 - If any of u lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives 2
all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given 2 him. But let him ask
in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven
and tossed by the wind. For let not that man suppose that he will receive
anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his
ways.
27DEC - Do Not Answer - If u live like the world, u will be overcome by the world. So be not conformed 2 this World! Do not let the world squeeze u into its mold. "Be transformed" by the entire renewal of your mind. Begin 2 think as God thinks. Act on what the Word says about u, not what the devil says about u. Agree with the Word! When sin calls your name, do not answer. Say, "I am dead 2 that, devil. U cannot pull me into that anymore." U will find yourself changing and becoming an overcomer. The only time u will answer is when God calls!
Romans 12:2 - And do not be conformed 2 this world, but be transformed BY the re-newing of your mind, that u may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.
28DEC - This is a time 2 re-evaluate. There are things that are best left behind and
other things that should be restored. There are still other things that need
more care and attention then u have previously given. Your circumstances will
dictate what u need 2 take a look at and what requires your interest. This
process might take some time, so don't be hasty in your judgments or choices. Be
moved by My Spirit, and your decisions will be sound, says the Lord.
Proverbs 21:5 -The plans of the diligent lead surely 2 plenty, But those
of everyone who is hasty, surely 2 poverty.
28DEC - Major on Mercy - When Moses asked God 2 show him the most important thing about Himself, God showed him His mercy. he did not show Moses His power, His holiness, He showed Moses His glory, the heaviest, biggest, grandest thing about Himself. Exodus 34:6-7 says, "The LORD passed by b4 him and proclaimed, The LORD The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and Truth, Keeping mercy for 1000's..." God showed Moses His mercy. That means if u and I are 2 imitate God, we must major in mercy too. (Ephesians 5:1) Mercy, goodness, forgiveness, and compassion must mark our behavior above all else. Others will see Jesus in u when u major in mercy!
Exodus 33:18 - And he said, "Please, show me Your glory."
29DEC - Beloved, I am making a distinction between things that are your
responsibility and under your authority and those things that are not. Your
experience can be on both sides of this issue--taking responsibility that is not
yours 2 take or expecting someone else 2 take responsibility that is yours. I
am bringing correction, so that those lines of distinction can be drawn and
issues can become clear 2 u and 2 others. Be sensitive, and let Me show u
by example the difference, says the Lord.
Ephesians 6:5 - Bondservants, be obedient 2 those who are your masters
according 2 the flesh, with fear and trembling, in sincerity of heart, as 2
Christ; not with eye-service, as men-pleasers, but as bondservants of Christ,
doing the will of God from the heart, with goodwill doing service, as 2 the
Lord, and not 2 men.
29DEC - Remember Noah - The next time u are tempted 2 shrug off the Instructions of God and be disobedient, next time u catch yourself thinking , "It does not matter what I do," remember Noah, U are important and God has something only u can do. Noah did not picture himself as an insignificant man whose life did not matter. He saw himself as a man 2 whom God had spoken and by faith he obeyed God. And bcoz of that he ended up being the only thing that stood between mankind and total destruction. God is also counting on u 2 carry out your part of His plan. Live like u are someone important in the Kingdom. Sooner or later, u will realize u are!
Genesis 6:7-8 - And the LORD said, "I will destroy man whom I have created from the face of the earth, both man and beast, creeping thing and birds of the air, for I am sorry that I have made them." But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD.
30DEC - I want u 2be aware of a slight course correction as u enter the new
year. You may experience some confusion or have a sense of losing spiritual
equilibrium. This is bcoz there has been a shift in the spirit realm that
will require some adjustments. All u have 2 do is find Me again, says the
Lord. Come into My presence and seek My face; then, u will realize that u
just needed 2 focus more directly 2b solid again. This shift will also
require that u leave behind all that has been a source remorse and regret.
Exodus 15:13 - You in Your mercy have led forth the people whom You have
redeemed; You have guided them in Your strength 2 Your holy
habitation.
30DEC - Born To Victory - When u made Jesus the LORD of your life, u were born into Victory. The Victor came 2w live 'inside' of u. Think about the One living inside u; The Victorious Jesus, the Anointed One, the glorified and resurrected LORD, the Ruler of the Universe. Jesus has over come the world and every kind of trouble there is. As His child, u are not defeated trying 2 get victory. You are the overcomer. Cheer Up! Have 'perfect peace and confidence' bcoz that is Jesus living in u!
John 16:33 - "These things I have spoken 2 u, that 'in' Me u may have Peace. In the world u will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world. "
31DEC - Do Not Speak -SHOUT Your Victory - You ought 2b shouting your way 2 work and shouting your way back home. If there is anything the devil cannot stand, it's Praise! When satan starts shaking your mountain, do not retreat and run for cover. Speak 2 that mountain with the Authority u wield in the Name of Jesus Christ. The devil wants 2 get back that territory u took from him so do not sit down and whine about how things are not working out. It is time 2 get re-anchored in God's PROMISES. Keep them constantly b4 your eyes and in your heart. Pray the prayer of faith and take your stand on His Provision. When u have done all of that, start shouting your Victory--LOUD!
Psalms 113:3 - From the rising of the Sun 2 its going down, The LORD's name is 2b Praised!
Dream, dream, dream... God loves dreamers! Not
only those who dream, but those who will respond 2 the dream that is given 2
them. Getting a dream is only half the equation. The other half is 2
respond 2 your dream, allowing God 2 breathe on it. The breath of God
will bring your dream 2 life! Take steps toward your dream today. For your
dream could be the key that opens the door 2 your destiny and heart's
fulfillment.
Many years ago, I was given a short but potent
Word from the Lord. I had not moved 2 this area yet. It was my turn 2 go 2
this house and work the legs and arms of a quadriplegic man. I didn't want 2.
A Note from Patricia King: Have
you ever wondered where the term "Xmas" came from? Do you believe that someone
who wanted to take "Christ" out of Christmas created it? Then read this article
by our own Rob Hotchkin. You may be very surprised to find out what that X in
Xmas really stands for, and why we at XP Ministries find the historical
abbreviations "X" and "XP" to be very interesting and Christ-honoring.
As the Christmas holiday is fast approaching, an annual
event is beginning to take place. And no, I don't mean the exchange of presents,
roasting chestnuts on an open fire, or office parties. I mean the rallying cry
of many who say, "Let's keep 'Christ' in 'Christmas!'"
