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Thursday, August 4, 2016

AUGUST Encouragement

Introduction
========= Summer may be difficult for some of us, but God's Arms are always WIDE when it comes 2 carrying us thru those most difficult days. 
   May this month's encouragement touch, heal and inspire open hearts that are willing 2 learn 2 receive His miracles.. Papa God's Open Arms are waiting 4 you, especially when you hurt. Be blessed this month!

01Aug - Rise up today from the dead ashes of religion and religious concepts and precepts that bring failure after failure upon your life. Rise up into a new Hope, into a new place where u have understanding of who I Am. I Am God who is 4 u and w/u. I empower u and carry u 2 victory. I Am 4 u, My dear children, and u must understand that the enemy cannot win. Understand that his weapons are useless against u. So, I say, activate your faith and dare 2 believe that all things are possible 2 the those who believe. Dare 2 believe that I am 4 u. Dare 2 believe that I Am w/u. Dare 2 believe that I Am empowering u so that u can live the victorious life, says the Lord.

01Aug - Can u C? Can u discern? The pressure that has come thru the events of your life are 4 the purpose of making changes that will equip u 4 the next leg of your journey. U have come 2 a high place in the spirit that requires greater wisdom and greater freedom from the works of the flesh. There is a mighty work 2b done, but 2 fight against this leading or ignore it altogether will cause certain stagnation. Yield 2 My pressure, says the Lord.

Romans 6:16 - Do you not know that 2 whom u present yourselves slaves 2 obey, u are that one's slaves whom u obey, whether of sin leading 2 death, or of obedience leading 2 righteousness?

01Aug - Receive Your Miracle - When u made Jesus the Lord of your life, u believed, confessed and received the greatest miracle in the Universe: the miracle of a Reborn spirit!  Every answer u need from God will come in exactly the same way.  If u do not have enough faith yet 2 believe 4 the miracle u need, then get it.  "Faith cometh by hearing and hearing [listening], by the Word of God."  So start filling the ears of your Heart w/The Word until faith 4 your miracle is full grown.  Believe, confess and receive your miracle today. Remember it is yours 'today' not when it arrives!    

Romans 10:10 -  For w/the Heart one believes 2 righteousness , and w/the mouth confession is made 2 salvation.

02Aug - Watch 4 the temptation 2b discontent, 4 this will lead 2 negative attitudes that will seduce u away from My blessings 4 u. Be strong and choose 2b thankful 4 all that I have given u and all that I have given u 2 do. Thankfulness will create a spiritual atmosphere that attracts goodness. Be diligent 2 maintain a positive outlook, says the Lord, 4 it will benefit u greatly. 

1 Timothy 6:6 - Now godliness with contentment is great gain.

03Aug - You will have opportunities in the days ahead 2 solve both short-term and long-standing problems. If u will set your heart 2 know the solution, I will give u the wisdom necessary 4 breakthrough. But, u must seek Me and believe that I will help u. As u know, double-mindedness gets u nothing. Your singleness of mind and faith will give u the answers u need, the progress u desire and the breakthru you've longed 4, says the Lord. 

James 1:5-8 - 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, 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; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.

04Aug - Beloved, u are yoked together w/Me 2 do all that is necessary 2 build the spiritual kingdom of Christ. That means that I work w/u 2 accomplish what is set b4 u. U are not alone; I am w/u. By the same token, I will not do the work w/o your participation. This is a joint effort when u do your part, and I do mine. I do not expect u 2 do My work, so u must not expect me 2 do what is in your power 2 do. Set your will 2 use your authority and 2 take responsibility, but also 2 accept My help, guidance and wisdom, says the Lord.    buckscountryframes                    

Matthew 11:30  -"For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."

05Aug - Strive 2 enter into My presence. Take the time and make the effort 2 connect. I am here, but u must come and worship in spirit and in truth. The issues of life and stress have taken their toll, so come and be refreshed and renewed. I await our communion. Come 2 Me and let us have sweet fellowship together, says the Lord.
Acts 3:19 - "Repent there4 and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord."

08AUG - Rise up My people. Walk the path that is set b4 u. For, indeed, in these days I will reveal 2 u the path that leads 2 life, prosperity, health, provision and 2 freedom. For, I am the Lord of Hosts, and I shine My light upon that which is being prepared 4 u. I enable u 2 walk so that u may experience the goodness of the kingdom of the living God.  U are My chosen generation; holy priests, true worshippers, the guiding light that this world needs 2 C. So, rise up and shake off the dust of the world. Shake off that which has brought failure and discouragement 2 u. Rise up as the child of God and say, "I will walk this new path. I will walk on this path in the goodness of your glory. In Jesus name, let it be so."

Psalms 46:10 - Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!
08AUG - I call u today 2 set your sights on higher spiritual ground. No matter where u are in your circumstances, now is the time 2 come higher in your dedication 2 Me. The condition of the earth and the chaos of people and nations demand a greater level of commitment in order 4 tribulation 2 produce victory. Your total submission 2 Me is critical at this juncture, says the Lord. Arise 2 new heights. Isaiah 60:1 Arise, shine; For your light has come! And the glory of the LORD is risen upon u.
  
09AUG - Make time 4 Me in your busy schedule. Your ability 2 stay connected spiritually will produce peace and good fruit in the face of overwhelming circumstances. Remember that u don't have 2 accomplish enormous challenges all at once; u are well able 2 do one thing at a time, moment by moment and still succeed. Refuse 2 allow stress and pressure 2 steal your peace and joy, says the Lord.


Isaiah 26:12 - LORD, U will establish peace 4 us, 4 U have also done all our works in us.

10AUG - These are days when having your priorities in order is vital to success in any endeavor, but b4 u can establish good priorities u must establish your value system according 2 kingdom purpose and the word of truth. If what u value is according 2 worldly standards, u will not bear everlasting fruit. Beloved, it would be 2 your benefit 2 define your values in terms of eternity and not your temporary existence in the world. Now is the time when u can make adjustments, says the Lord.

Matthew 6:24 -"No one can serve two masters; 4 either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be loyal 2 the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon [money]."

11AUG - Arise from spiritual slumber and seek 2 walk in the light of My revelation and wisdom. Walk in the understanding that I give u. I speak 2 those who have been distracted and compromised and those who are not living on the cutting edge of kingdom purpose. Begin now 2 make up 4 lost time by making a new commitment 2 focus on that which really matters, says the Lord.


Ephesians 5:14-18 - There4 He says: "Awake, u who sleep, arise from the dead, and Christ will give u light." See then that u walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. There4 do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is. And do not be drunk w/wine, in which is dissipation; but be filled w/the Spirit.



12AUG - As much as u try 2 keep all of your ducks in a row, so 2 speak, u still feel out of sync. This is bcoz u are sensing the turmoil in the spirit. There is a clamoring 4 position in the unseen realm as powers of darkness station themselves 2 take advantage of opportunities 2 rule in the political arena on earth. The spiritual atmosphere is one of chaos and confusion at this time, but u can find your peace in My presence as u trust in My guidance and protection, says the Lord. Be still and draw near 2 Me.




15AUG - Go forth w/great joy, My people, 4 indeed these are the days of the manifestation of My kingdom. In these days the reality of a supernatural church will begin 2b understood in the land and will be according 2 My purposes. It is My will that My people live in the glory that I bring, and out of that glory will come the supernatural manifestation which u have desired, and that reality will establish u in a greater measure of faith than ever b4. I am calling u 2 arise and come forth into kingdom purpose, says the Lord God Almighty.

15AUG - You are on a fast track of preparation 2b equipped and positioned 2 take the next step in your progression2 kingdom destiny. I will take u every step of the way, but whether the journey is easy or hard depends on your willingness and obedience. The more completely submitted your heart is 2 Me, the easier it will be 2 flow w/My Spirit, says the Lord. I will give u wisdom along the way, and I will make the path clear. Trust Me and let Me lead.


Psalms 31:3 - For You are my rock and my fortress; there4, 4 Your name's sake, lead me and guide me.

15AUG - Evidence of A Miracle -  Remember that it is faith, not appearances, that makes miracles happen.  Sometimes a miracle can be short-circuited by trying 2C it in progress.  If there is not an immediate, outward change in people u pray 4, don't withdraw your faith and assume nothing happened.  The facial expressions of people u pray 4 or preach 2 can sway your faith.  Make a decision now 2 never be moved by those outward signs.  The next time u are tempted 2 evaluate what God is doing by the looks of things, don't do it!  Moving in faith is the only real evidence of a miracle!  

Hebrews 11:1 - Now [always present tense] Faith is the substance of 'things' Hoped 4, the evidence of 'things' not [yet] seen.

16AUG - It is of utmost importance that u understand that your authority in any given situation is the direct result of carrying out your responsibilities. If u are reluctant 2 take responsibility 4 your motives, actions and attitudes, your ability 2 progress will be greatly inhibited. Don't forget that u reap what u sow; it is an immutable spiritual law. Now is the time 2 make adjustments where necessary so that u will reap a good harvest, says the Lord.


Galatians 6:7 - Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; 4 whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.

16AUG - A Firm Foundation - Commit 2 living the life of Love today.  It is a firm foundation u can build your life, your family and your ministry upon!  Love sums up all Jesus said 4 us 2 do.  If u will build your life on it, even the most violent storms of this world will be unable 2 shake u.  It will make u solid in every area of your life.  U can win your family w/the Love of God.  And if u will build your business on Love, u will prosper beyond your wildest dreams.  When the storms of life begin 2 blow--at home, at work, or in any situation--u can enjoy the solid security of Love.  Love never fails!

John 15:17 - "These things I command u, that u Love one another", Jesus said.




17AUG - I have given u a brief glimpse or an inkling of what lies ahead, but it would be a big mistake 4 u 2 act on any part of what u know bcoz u are far from having the complete picture. The things that I have shown u are 4 the purpose of establishing u in greater peace so that u can take things as they come in stride w/o overreacting either positively or negatively. U must live day by day in spiritual reality and present truth. Stay current, says the Lord, and trust Me 2 direct your every step. 

Proverbs 16:9 - A man's heart plans his way, But the LORD directs his steps.

17AUG - Give God a Way In - Have u opened the door and given God a legal right 2 intervene in your financial affairs, 2 bless u richly, and 2 defend u against the destruction the devil brings?  When u Tithe, u open the door 4 God 2 come into your finances!  Do not wait until your back is against the wall 2 start Tithing.  Learn 2 act on the Word now so that when satan tries 2 put u in a financial corner, he will fail.  When u have established yourself on the Covenant of God, satan's power over u is broken.  U can be sure the pressures will come, but u can also be protected by the Special Privileges that are Guaranteed 2 those who Tithe.


Malachi 3: 8-12 -  'Do Not Rob the Living God -
08: "Will a man rob God? Yet u have robbed Me! But u say, 'In what way have we robbed You!'   In Tithes 'and' Offerings.

09:  U are cursed w/a curse, For u have robbed Me, Even this whole nation.

10:  [Our Part]:  Bring all the Tithes into the Storehouse. That there may be Food in My House, And prove Me now in this, " Says the Lord of Hosts [A Military Title],   [God's Part]: "If I will not open 4 u the windows of Heaven [1], And pour out 4 u such blessings that there will not be room enough 2 receive it [2].


11:  "And I will rebuke the devourer 4 your sakes [3].  So that he will not destroy the fruit of your ground [4], Nor shall the vine fail 2 bear fruit 4 u in the field [5]," Says the Lord of Hosts;


12:  "And all nations will call U blessed, For u will be a delightful land [6]," Says the Lord of Hosts. 


Note: Our part in obedience is so small [1 Part], in comparison 2 all the [6 Parts] God has 'Promised' 2 do 4 us! His part is far greater in doing 4 us than us doing 4 Him, but with every relationship, there must be 2 sides of the relationship, even so...even our Tiny part He is requesting of us, IS FOR OUR GOOD. Our part is 2 give Him 'permission' 2 bless us, bcoz God is a gentleman, He does not barge in and force us, even w/His own blessings, no, He waits 2C our obedience and then He quickly does His part He has already had prepared 4 us. It is so easy 2 just give something 2 someone, but how much more precious when God not only cares 4 us, but 'shows' us how 2 'remain' in His blessings.

Like a Loving Father, He is teaching His Children how 2 live good lives, He never takes credit 4 His part, but waits 4 us 2 learn His loving and kind blessings toward His creation. When we realize how small our part is and that in itself is 4 us also, we should desire 2 love Him more.

Have u ever done something kind 4 someone? Do u remember the 'good' feeling u felt? It is like this and deeper when we obey such simple basic laws set up 4 our good. Whatever we need from God, that is what we need 2 plant. Today if u need more money, plant a money SEED in someone's life, give from what u have, dont make it hard, just give a 'portion' from what u have on hand; If u need food, than u know what 2 plant, plant a food SEED into someone that has less 2 eat than u today;..whatever u need God 2b 4 u, give that 2 someone else and then watch and C how the blessing will come back 2 u. Be thankful u are not left alone, but have a Loving Father in Heaven who has prepared wonderful things 4 your life. A smile, food, money, clothes, anything someone else needs, plant some of what u yourself need and your own needs will be supplied, and remember, the measure that u plant, determines your harvest...bcoz LOVE is the water that waters your SEED today. Be blessed!



18AUG - There is nothing u cannot do as long as u walk in the Spirit. Walking in the Spirit of God means whatever u do, u do it from Love.. In order 2 accomplish what is set b4 u it is imperative that u follow My leading instead of trying 2 fulfill the lusts of your flesh. If u will do this, there is no power of darkness 2 big 2 overcome and nothing 2 daunting that u cannot gain the victory over. Put your faith, hope and trust in Me, says the Lord, and u will not be disappointed.

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

18AUG - Get Out From Under - As a victorious child of God, u do not have any business living your life 'under' your circumstances.  Do not let problems and situations rule over u.  Jesus lives within u!       DandelionStudio
Over 2,000 years ago, Jesus defeated satan's kindgom.  Thru His death, Jesus striped satan of everything.  He took the Keys 2 Death and Hell.  He bound the strong man, spoiled principalies and powers, and made a show of them openly.  Bcoz Jesus lives in YOU, u have overcome.  U have the victory so u neve have 2 live 'under' your circumstances again!

IJohn 4:4-7 - U are of God, little children, and have overcome them, bcoz He who is in u is greater than he who is in the world.  They are of the world.  There4 they speak as of the world, and the world hears them.  We are of God.  He who knows God hears us; he who is not of God does not hear us.  By this we know the Spirit of Truth and the Spirit of Error.  Beloved, let us love one another, 4 Love is of God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.  he who does not love does not know God, 4 God is LOVE.

19AUG - Beloved, in your point of desperation, hold on 2 your faith and seek My face. I am not far from u, and I know the details of your struggle. My ears are not dull of hearing, nor is My arm 2 short 2 bring deliverance. U are My own special treasure, and I am vitally interested in every phase of your existence. It is My will 4 u 2 overcome and succeed, says the Lord. Trust Me 2 help u in your times of need.

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


19AUG - See Yourself Risen With Jesus -  When pressures come, when troubles and trials are bearing down on u, remember Jesus Christ is risen from the dead!  This is the Key 2 holding onto the blessings of God!  Satan hates that image of Jesus rising from the dead.  Satan was stripped 4ever of his authority then.  All of Heaven and hell saw him defeated.  Keep that picture in the forefront of your mind and etched in your heart so deeply that satan can never talk u out of your victory.  No trial or tribulation, nothing satan sends your way, can cause u 2 fall when u C yourself risen w/Jesus, the Antointed and Victorious Conqueror!

 2Timothy 2:8 - Remember that Jesus Christ, of the seed of David, was raised from the dead according 2 my gospel.. 




20AUG - When Someone Does U Wrong - Do u want 2 know how 2 put the power of God 2 work 4 u the next time somebody does u wrong?  Crying out 4 vengeance of God 2 strike like a lightening bolt is not acting like your Heavenly Papa.  God has great, great mercy 4 u--and them!  Step one: Identify your enemy.  The person who hurt u is not the enemy.  It is the devil behind it all.  Step two: Once u have gotten your spiritual guns pointed in the right direction, fire!  Bind the devil from doing u harm by hitting him hard w/the Word.  Step three:  Forgive and pray the prayer of intercession and love 2 bless those that have hurt u.


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...

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21AUG - Hell Cannot Put Out the Light - When the circumstances around u begin 2 get black and u are tempted 2 despair, think about Jesus.  He is the Light of the World and He lives inside of u.  The devil's darkness is no match 4 u even when u are at your weakest and u might feel like the light inside of u is small.  All the forces of hell cannot put that light out within u, no matter what!  When that revelation hits u, u will never let the darkness back u into a corner again.  You will overcome it w/the Light!

John 1:4,5 - And these things we write 2 u that your Joy may be full.  This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare 2 u, that God is Light and in HIM is no darkness at all. Be encouraged!

                                            
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22AUG - Come now My children into a perfect truth, a present truth of that which I am doing. For, in the days that are b4 u that lead from this point until the time that u call The Feasts of Tabernacles, there will be an outflow, overflow, an infusion of My Spirit in such magnitude that it will elevate u in the kingdom of the Most Holy, 2 a place where your feet will be like hinds feet in high places. Your eyes will be open that u may C, observe and understand the reality of My kingdom in ways that u have not yet experienced, 4 these are the days of revelation. These are the days of the anointing of My Spirit that rests upon u that breaks the yoke of every bondage. The anointing will pave the way b4 u so that u will not stumble, and u will have no doubt. U will walk on this path, and in your excitement of it, great things will be accomplished by u, My people, says the Lord of Hosts. Enjoy the journey. Walk in faith.

22AUG - U are My chosen people, and I have always directed your steps. But, in these days I will give direction in ways that cannot be disputed. I will show u by example and thru indisputable signs when 2 stop, when 2 go, and when 2 change direction so that there is no way 4 u 2 misunderstand My leading, says the Lord. Pay attention, so that u don't miss My signals [Clues].  

Daniel 4:3 - How great are His signs, and how mighty His wonders! His kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and His dominion is from generation 2 generation.

22AUG - NO consolation Prize - Patience is the ability 2 stand fast on the Word of God even when your Victory seems slow in coming.   Patience and faith go hand in hand, but neither one will go 2 work 4 u w/o your help.  When the devil sends trying circumstances your way, do not just lie down and let him run over u.  Let patience have her perfect work.  If u will remain consistently constant, trusting in and relying confidently on the Word of God, u will end up perfect and entire, wanting nothing!  It is no consolation prize.  Patience is a powerful force that will put the promises of God in reach!




James1:4 - But let patience have its perfect work, that u may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.

23AUG - I hear the Lord saying that there are some of u that need 2 cleanse your dwelling place. U need 2 sanctify it again even as they sanctified the temple in the days of old. Cleanse the spiritual atmosphere. Anoint the windows and the doors and forbid satan's intrusion. For many of u works of darkness have been designed against u, which have allowed their access. So, I say, establish again your sanctuary, your place of protection by the anointing that breaks the yoke of that which satan has desired 2 send. Break curses, cast them down, and remove every evil presence from your establishment by the anointing oil and your faith in Christ Jesus. Sanctify the people, the house and even your car, if necessary--whatever God leads u 2 do. This announcement doesn't make satan very happy, bcoz he's been found out. If u have been having trouble, things have been going wrong and breaking down, then it is time 2 clean up.

23AUG - Leaving the Low Life Behind - The hight life--or the low life?  God's kind of life...or the world's kind of life?  U cannot have them both.  U have 2 choose.  When u take God at His Word and trust Him 2 take care of u, u will be living the High Life.  Your roots will go down so deep that no drought can dry u up and no storm can blow u down.  No matter what  happens in the world around, u will prosper.  Depression or inflation will not be able 2 break u.  U will just  keep thriving and bearing fruit.  The world has nothing 2 offer u that can compare 2 those Promises.  Leave the low life behind!

Matthew 16:25 - "For  whoever desires 2 save his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life 4 My sake will find it.



23AUG - I speak 2 those who still have unfulfilled desires, and I tell u that as long as fantasy, lust and seduction are the operative forces in your life, u will be led by your own flesh rather than by My Spirit, says the Lord. Begin again by the cleansing of the foundation of your desires. Change your mind, and make Me your entire desire and your single focus. Then, I will be able 2 lead u 2 a higher spiritual place.  

Psalms 61:2 - From the end of the earth I will cry 2You, When my heart is overwhelmed; Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
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24AUG - I'm calling u, My people, 2 remove the garbage and take out the trash. But, I am speaking 2 u spiritually that u must consider and remove whatever has been an offense 2 your spirit and caused defilement of your spiritual environment. Look 4 attitudes and motivations that are not pleasing in My sight, says the Lord, and make adjustments where necessary. I will guide u in this process, 4 it is My desire 2 lead u 2 complete freedom from bitterness and ungodliness. I am speaking 2 u, beloved. Don't ignore your responsibility 2 look at yourself and not others in this regard. 

Ephesians 4:17-24 - This I say, there4, and testify in the Lord, that u should no longer walk as the rest of the Gentiles walk, in the futility of their mind, having their understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God, bcoz of the ignorance that is in them, bcoz of the blindness of their heart; who, being past feeling, have given themselves over 2 lewdness, 2 work all uncleanness w/greediness. But u have not so learned Christ, if indeed u have heard Him and have been taught by Him, as the truth is in Jesus: that u put off, concerning your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt according 2 the deceitful lusts, and be renewed in the spirit of your mind, and that u put on the new man which was created according 2 God, in true righteousness and holiness.

24AUG - Tradition -- A Killer! - There is a deadly killer on the loose in the Church today!  It is far more deadly than cancer or heart disease.  It is called tradition!  Tradition is a robber.  It has the power 2 steal God's Promises from u.  Tradition says it is not always God's will 2 heal u.  If u believe that, then u cannot pray IN faith believing u Receive.  Faith is the SEED of healing.  If u do not plant it, it will not grow.  Tradition says healing has passed away.  God said, "I AM the Lord that Healeth thee."  He never changed!  Tradition says God gets glory out of sickness.  No No No!!!!  God gets glory from your healing!!  Do not be killed by tradition! 



Matthew 15:6 - ..'is released from honoring his father or mother.' "Thus u have  made the commandment of God of no effect by your tradition.

25AUG - Clarity is the order of the day. I am releasing u 2 a higher level of spiritual acuity bcoz u are ready 2C more clearly your own heart and discern from that place of awareness. Old positions of dullness will become a thing of the past as your eyes are opened 2C and accept the pure truth w/o condemnation. As the days of justifying ungodly attitudes and behavior end, the days of clarity begin. I am calling u 2 a greater manifestation of purity and holiness, says the Lord.

Matthew 5:8 - Blessed are the pure in heart, 4 they shall C God.



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25AUg - Choose Friends Wisely - If u want 2 walk in the things of the Lord, do not choose friends who walk in the things of the devil, who do not give God any place in their lives.  The company u keep has a great influence on your spiritual life.  Fellowship w/godly people will help speed u on 2 Victory.  Evil companions will corrupt u.  Godly friends are repulsed by sin and will help u not fall into temptations.  Choose your friends wisely.  Fellowship w/those who call on the name of the Lord out of a pure heart.  Their Love, Peace and Faith will rub off on u!       Also remember that what we watch on TV, read in magazines or books, or allow also is determining which company we keep.

ICorinthians 5:9 -I wrote 2 u in my epistle not 2 keep company w/sexually immoral people within the Brethren who call themselves a brother. 

26AUG - The tools necessary 2 defeat every work of darkness and 2 overcome the works of the flesh have been made available 2 u. Don't forget that u can access by faith the grace 2 overcome and gain the victory. Refuse 2 become a victim of your circumstances or succumb 2 the fear that has been sent 2 paralyze u and 2 undermine your faith in Me, says the Lord. Be strong and maintain spiritual integrity and courage. Victory is assured!

Romans 5:2  - thru whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.    Returning Home

26AUG - Take the First Step - God wants 2 change your life one step at a time as u obey even His smallest INSTRUCTIONS [commandments].  He has given His Spirit 2 guide u everyday.  Do not make the mistake of waiting around 4 that one big revelation.  God does not  always work that way.  To hear God, u will have 2 set aside your own ambitions and desires.  Spend TIME in prayer and in the Word.  Tune your EAR 2 the Voice of His Spirit.  U may not know where He is leading, but u will begin changing one step-at-a-time.  Trust God.  He is smarter than u are.  Just take that first step in obedience and trust--and then take the next one!

Psalms 37:23 -  The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord.  And He delights in his way.

28Aug - Watch out 4 the temptation 2 take control where u have no responsibility or authority.  Situations will arise that are startling n have the potential of throwing u into a tailspin, but u must not react w/plans of your own 2 find solutions or change things so that u will be more comfortable.  U must settle in your heart the fact that things will happen that are beyond your ability 2 fix.  That is when u can ask Me 2 give wisdom n direction beyond your finite understanding, says the Lord.  Trust Me!

James 1:5 If any of u lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives 2 all liberally n w/o reproach, n it will be given 2 him.

29AUG - I hear the Lord saying receive your victory today. Do not wait 4 it 2 come when necessary, but receive your victory this moment. Reach out by faith & allow Me 2 bring the victory that is b4 u that can be yours this day w/o the waiting. And when this victory comes 2 your heart there will come the sound of rejoicing within. Your faith will cause your spirit man 2 rejoice, even b4 that which u need comes. So, I encourage u 2 receive by faith the victory that u require this moment. Then just walk by faith, believe & receive by faith, says the Most High.
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29AUG - You are living in times when it is of utmost importance 4 u 2 discern between truth and error; between My will and seduction from the enemy. Time is short, and u must stay the course and not be taken off track. Be alert and let My Spirit lead u. Otherwise, u will be led by your own desires and imaginations, says the Lord.

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 light.

30AUG - Make no mistake; I C every detail of your life. You can run, but u can't hide. Be sensitive 2 the conviction of My Spirit 2 bring correction.  U can choose 2 either repent (turn from) all that is unholy and ungodly in your life, or you can carry on w/rebellion and disobedience 2 My word, says the Lord. The choice is yours and so is the harvest. U will reap either the fruit of righteousness or of unrighteousness. Take advantage of this opportunity 2 adjust the course of your life.

Hebrews 12:11 - Now no chastening seems to be joyful for the present, but painful; nevertheless, afterward it yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it.

30AUG - Pure Spiritual Power -  Begin 2 release the powerful fruit of the Spirit that God has placed within u.  They are pure spiritual power!  Loves is so powerful it will never fail.  Patience is so powerful it cannot be stopped.  Temperance is so powerful it can master all the unruly desires of your flesh.  The fruit of the Spirit are not weak--they are strong.  U are living in dangerous days.  There is only one way u can make it thru in Victory.  Release the forces that dwell in your spirit.  The demons in hell cannot stop them.  They are pure spiritual power!

Galatians 5:22-23 -  But the Fruit of the Spirit is Love, Joy, Peace, Longsuffering, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, Self-Control [Temperance].  Against such there is no law.


Promise on the Horizon
31AUG - Be alert 2 situations and issues that will serve as a platform from which 2 deal w/old mindsets that will not serve u well in your current journey 2 higher spiritual ground. Make a review of the things that I punctuate in your current environment, but do so w/o allowing rejection or condemnation 2 cloud your vision. The enemy will do whatever he can 2 keep u from looking at things objectively and w/clarity. But if u will C this time as being necessary 4 instruction leading 2 greater understanding instead of a personal attack against who u are, it will serve as a springboard 2 the next phase of your journey. Otherwise, it could just become a trap, says the Lord.

Mark 8:25 -Then He put His hands on his eyes again and made him look up. And he was restored and saw everyone clearly.

31AUG - Put Your Spirit in Charge - Are u doomed 2 live a life of failure till Jesus comes and the fleshy body is glorified.  Take heart!  Your spirit is more powerful than your flesh.  Build up your spirit, strengthen it until it dominates your flesh.  Praying in the Spirit applies spirit 2 flesh.  It causes your spirit 2 rise up and take charge.  God knows your weakness and has given u a way 2 overcome.  He has given u the ability 2 pray in tongues and w/your understanding also 2 wield the sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God.  Let the Holy Spirit teach your spirit 2b in charge and the devil will have no foothold in your flesh!

Romans 8:26 - Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses.  For we do not know what we should pray 4 as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession 4 us w/groanings which cannot be uttered.

Be blessed! 

See God As A Good Father

 Luke 15:31 - “And he said 2 him, ‘Son, u are always with me, and all that I have is yours.

Faith is believing that we have a good God, and that He protects and provides for those who trust in Him. Remember the parable of the prodigal son? (Luke 15:11–32) Jesus shared it 2 illustrate how good our heavenly Father is. The wayward son had squandered his father’s inheritance before he decided 2 go home 2 ask his father 2 make him a hired servant.

But b4 he could reach home, his father saw him from afar, ran toward him and embraced him. And instead of making him a hired servant, the father turned 2 his servants and said, “Bring out the best robe! Get a ring and sandals for my son! Let’s kill the fatted calf and celebrate!”

Now, when the older son returned from work and heard about the celebration, he became angry and refused 2 enter the house. When his father came out 2 ask him what was wrong, the older son complained, “Look, I’ve served u all these years. Yet, u never gave me a calf 2 celebrate with my friends. But as soon as this prodigal son of yours comes home, u kill the fatted calf for him!”

Notice what his father told him: “Son, u are always with me and all that I have is yours. We should celebrate bcoz your brother was dead but is alive again. He was lost but is now found.”

Can u see how the older brother perceived his father? He saw his father as a hard and stingy man. He believed that he had 2 work 2 get something good from his father. He didn’t realize that he already had an inheritance! He could have killed the fatted calf any time for a celebration!

Like the father in the parable, God has already given u an inheritance in Christ. Don’t fail 2 enjoy it by doubting God’s goodness or by believing that u must work for it. See your Father’s heart of love and goodness toward u, and celebrate your inheritance today!

92 FACTS U Should Know About Your Enemy

Introduction
=========        92 Facts U Should Know About Your Enemy


1.  You Will Always Have An Enemy.  Jesus knew it. "And ye shall be hated of all men 4 My Name's sake: but he that endureth 2 the end shall be saved" Matthew 10:22.

2.  Your Enemy Is Anyone Who Attempts 2 Sabotage The Assignment God Has 4 Your Life. "Ye did run well; who did hinder u that ye should not obey the Truth?  This persuasion cometh not of Him that called u.  A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump" Galatians 4:7-9.   "If thy brother, the son of thy mother, or thy son, or they daughter, or the wife of thy bosom, or they friend, which is as thine own soul, entice thee secretly, saying, Let us go and serve other gods, which thou hast not known, thou, nor thy fathers;... Thou shalt not consent unto him, nor hearken unto him; neither shall thine eye pity him, neither shalt thou spare, neither shalt thou conceal him:  But thou shalt surely kill him; thine hand shall be first upon him 2 put him 2 death, and afterward the hand of all the people"  Deuteronomy 3:6,8,9.

3.  Your Enemy Is Any Person Who Resents Your Desire 4 Increase and The Rewards It Brings.  David experienced this from his oldest brother.  "And Eliab his eldest brother heard when he spake unot the men; and Eliab's anger was kindled against David, and he said, Why camest thou down hither? and with whom hast thou left those few sheep in the wilderness?  I know thy pride, and the naughtiness of thine heart; for thou art come down that thou mightest see the battle" 1Samual 17:28.

4.  Your Enemy Is Anyone Unhappy Over Your Progress.  Nehemiah faced this.  Ezra faced this also.  They '...hired consellors against them, 2 frustrate their purpose"  Ezra 4:5a.
Accusations are hurled and often believed.  Letters are written and often believed.
"Now when the copy of king Artaxerxes letter was read b4 Rehum, and Shimshai the scribe, and their companions, they went up in haste 2 Jerusalem unto the Jews, and made them 2 cease by force and power.  Then ceased the work of the house of God which is at Jerusalem"  Ezra4:23,24.

5.  Your Enemy Is Anyone Who Increases or Strengthens A Personal Weakness God Is Attempting 2 Remove From Your Life.  Delilah breathed life into the weakness of Samson.  She was his Enemy.  Read Judges 16.

6.  Your Enemy Is Anyone That Attempts 2 Kill The Faith That God Is Birthing Within You.  God may be birthing your ministry.  Your Vision may be exploding.  Your Enemy is any person who makes any attempt 2 abort the emergence of that dream, calling or Assignment.

7.  Your Enemy Is Anyone Who Would Rather Discuss Your Past Then Your Future.  Yesterday is over.  "Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old.  Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it?  I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert"  Isaiah 43:18,19.
When Jesus stood at the scene of the woman caught in adultery, revealation exploded.  Men were present, obsessed with her mistake, ready 2 stone her.  But, Jesus was looking at her FUTURE.  With one single stroke of mercy, He removed her past:  "Neither do I condemn thee" John 8:11a.  Then , in a masterful stroke of the Master Artist, He painted as portrait of her FUTURE:  "Go and sin no more" John 8:11b.

8.  Your Enemy Is Anyone Who Weakens Your Passion 4 Your Future and Your Dream.  The 10 spies were used by the Enemy 2 weaken the resolve of Moses 2 enter Canaan.  The crowd instructed the blind man 2b quiet.  "And many charged him that he should hold his peace: but he cried the more a great deal, Thou Son of David, have mercy on me"  Mark 10:48.

9.  Your Enemy Is Anyone Who Attacks The Weak Around U.  Some in your life are 2 weak 2 discern a trap.  They are blinded by personality, looks or even financial blessing.

10.  Your Enemy Is sometimes Those Of Your Own Household.  "And a man's foes shall be they of his own household"  Matthew 10:36.

11.  Your Enemy Should Not Be Feared.  "And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able 2 kill the soul: but rather fear Him which is able 2 destroy both soul and body in hell"  Matthew 10:28.

12.  The Perfect Will Of God Is Your Deliverance From Your Enemy.  "And that we may be delivered from unreasonable and wicked men:  for all men have not faith"  2Thessalonians 3:2.

13.  The Holy Spirit Will Provide Answers Concerning Your Enemy.  "But when they deliver u up, take no thought how or what ye shall speak:  for it shall be given u in that same hour what ye shall speak.  For it is not ye that speak, but the Spirit of your Father which speaketh in u"  Matthew 10:19,20.

14.  Your Enemy Is Often Discerned Ahead Of Time By Your Mentor.  Jesus prepared Peter.  "And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, satan hath desired 2 have u, that he may sift u as wheat:  But I have prayed 4 thee, that they faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren"  Luke 22:31,32.

15.  Your Fasting Can Move The Hand Of God In Destroying Your Enemy.  The Old Testament prophets knew this.  "Blow the trumpet in Zion, sanctify a fast, call a solemn assembly:...And I will no more make u a reproach among the heathen: ...But I will remove far off from u the northern army, and will drive him into a land barren and desolate, with his face toward the east sea, and his hinder part toward the utmost sea, and his stink shall come up, and his ill savour shall come up, bcoz he hath done great things"  Joel 1:15,19b,20.

#16.  God Will Fight 4 You Against Your Enemy.  "For the Lord your God is He that goeth with u, 2 fight 4 u against your enemies, 2 save u"  Deuteronomy 20:4.              
        A prayer 4 Lewis

17.  Your Enemy Will Not Be Allowed By God 2 Win.  "The Lord is on my side;  I will not fear:  What can man do unto me?" Psalm 118:6.

18.  Your Enemy Is a Natural and Necessary Part Of Your Life.  "If the world hate you, ye know that it hated Me b4 it hated you.
"If ye were of the world, the world would love his own:  but bcoz ye are not of the world, but I have chosen u out of the world, therefore the world hateth u.  Remember the word that I said unto u,  The servant is not greater than his lord.  If they have persecuted Me, they will also persecute u; if they have kept My saying, they will keep yourse also.  But all these things will they do unto u 4 My Name's sake, bcoz they know not Him that sent Me"  John 15:19-21.

19.  Satan Is Your Eternal Enemy.  "For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places"  Ephesians 6:12.

20.  You Cannot Defeat Your Enemy In Your Own Strength.  "Not that we are sufficient of ourselves 2 think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiencey is of God; Who also hath made us able ministers of the New Testament;"  2Corinthians 3:5,6.

21.  God Expects U 2 Prepare Your Defense Against Your Enemy.  "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of His might.  Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able 2 stand against the wiles of the devil"  Ephesians 6:10,11.

22.  Overcoming Your Enemy Is The KEY 2 Your Rewards.  "He that overcometh, the same shall be clothes in white raiment; and I will not blot out his name out of the Book of Life, but I will confess his name b4 My Father, and b4 His angels.  Him that overcometh will I make a pillar in the temple of My God, and he shall go no more out: and I will write upon him the name of My God, and the name of the city of My God, which is new Jerusalem, which cometh down out of heaven from My God:  and I will write upon him My new name"  Revelation 3:5,12.

23.  The Spoils Of War, Not Your Enemy, Must Always Remain Your Focus.  "To him that overcometh will I grant 2 sit with Me in My throne, even as I also overcame, and am set down with My Father in His throne"  Revelation 3:21.   "But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when His glory shall be reveraled, ye may be glad also with exceeding Joy.  If ye be reproached 4 the name of Christ, happy are ye; for the Spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you; on their part He is evil spoken of , but on your part He is glorified"   1 Peter 4:13,14.

24.  You Will Always Have A Warfare Companion During Evefy Battle With Your Enemy.  "Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou are Mine.  When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not over flow thee:  when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee"  Isaiah 43:1b,2.
Lord this greatly discomforts me Holy Spirit, was my mama not Your own yet? Is that why the flames destroyed her?

25.  Your Enemy Provides God An Opportunity 2 Reveal His Commitment 2 U.  "And He said unto me, My grace is sufficient 4 thee: for My strength is made perfect in weakness.  Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.  Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresseds for Christ's sake:  for when I am weak, than am I strong"  2 Corinthians 12:9,10.

26.  The Wisdom 4 Conquering Your Enemy Will Be Imparted In Your Secret Place Of Prayer.  "For in the time of trouble He shall hide me in His pavilion:  in the secret of His tabernacle shall He hide me;  He shall set me up upon a rock.  And now shall mine head be lifted up above mine enemies round about me:  therefore will I offer in His tabernacle sacrifices of Joy;  I will sing, yea, I will sing prasies unto the Lord"  Psalm 27: 5,6.

27.  You Should Never Disclose Publicly The Amount of Any Damage Done By Your Enemy.  "A fool uttereth all his mind;  but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards"  Proverbs 29:11.

28.  An Uncommon Enemy Will Require Uncommon Wisdom.  "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth 2 all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him"  James 1:5.  "Thou through Thy commandments hast made me wiser than mine enemies:  for they are ever with me"  Psalm 119:98.

29.  You Should Never Reveal Your Strategy Against Your Enemy 2 Those Uncommitted 2 You And Your Cause.  "A fool uttereth all his mind:  but a wise man keepeth it in till afterward"  Proverbs 29:11.

30.  Your Warfare With An Enemy Is Always Seasonal.  "To every thing there is a Season, and a time 2 every purpose under the heaven:... A time 2 kill, and a time 2 heal;  a time 2 break down, and a time 2 build up;  "A time 2 love, and a time 2 hate; a time of war, and a time of peace"  Ecclesiastes 3:1,3,8.

31.  Your Greatest Weapon Against Your Enemy Is The Word of God.  "And take the helmet of salvation, the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God:"  Ephesians 6:17.

32.  The Holy Spirit Will Teach U The Principles Of Warfare Against  Your Enemy.  "Blessed be the Lord my strength, which teacheth my hands 2 war, and my fingers 2 fight:"  Psalm 144:1.

33.  You Must Enter Every Battle Against Your Enemy 4 The Purpose Of Bringing Glory 2 God.  "Then said David 2 the Philistine, Thou comest 2 me with a sword, and with a spear, and with a shield: but I come 2 thee in the name of the Lord of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom thou hast defied.  This day will the Lord deliver thee into mine hand; and I will smite thee, and take thine  head from thee; and I will give the carcases of the host of the Philistines this day unto the fowls of the air, and to the wild beasts of the earth;  And all this assembly shall know that the Lord saveth not with sword and spear:  for the battle is the Lord's and He will give u into our hands"  1Samuel 17:45,46b,47.

34.  You Should Expect 2 Win Every Battle Against Your Enemy.  "This day will the Lord deliver thee into mine hand; and I will smite thee, and take thine head from thee; and I will give the carcases of the host of the Philistines this day unto the fowls of the air, and to the wild beasts of the earth;  that all the earth may know that there is a God in Israel"  1Samuel 17:46.

35.  Your Enemy Will Be Opposed By God Even When U Feel Unable 2 Defend Yourself.  "For the battle is not yours, but God's.  Ye shall not need 2 fight in this battle: set yourselves, stand ye still, and see the salvation of the Lord with you, O Judah and Jerusalem:  fear not, nor be dismayed;  tomorrow go out against them:  for the Lord will be with you"  2Chronicles 20:15b,17.

36.  The Holy Spirit Will Demoralize And Weaken Your Enemy With Fear Towards U B4 The Battle Even Begins.  He did it 4 Rahab.  "And she saidunto the men, I know that the Lord hath given u the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint bcoz of you.  And as soon as we had heard these things, our hearts did melt, neither did there remain any more courage in any man, bcoz of you:  for the Lord your God, He is God in heaven above, and in earth beneath"  Joshua 2:9-11.

37.  Your Enemy Is Often Ignorant Of Your Past Victories, Which Makes Them Vulnerable And Unprepared 4 U.  Goliath was ignorant of David's fight with the lion and the bear.  The Pharisees knew nothing of the power of Jesus.  Your Enemy is not ready 4 u.  Be strengthened by that.

38.  Your Enemy, When Aware Of Your Past Victories, Becomes Even More Fearful Of U.  In Jericho, they were aware of the parade of victories, and as Rahab said, "For we have heard how the Lord dried up the water of the Red Sea 4 you, when ye came out of Egypt; and what ye did unto the 2 kings of the Amorites, that were on the other side Jordan, Sihon, and Og, whom ye utterly destroyed"  Joshua 2:10.

39.  The Holy Spirit Will Reveal Any Snare Prepared By Your Enemy.  "Lest satan should get an advantage of us:  for we are not ignorant of his devices"  2 Corinthians 2:11.

40.  The Holy Spirit Within U Is More Powerful Than Any Enemy That U Will Ever Face.  "Greater is He that is in you, than he that is in the world"   I John 4:4b.

41.  Your Enemy Will Never Discern The Protective Wall Of Angels Surrounding U During Battle.  "The Angel of the Lord encampeth round about them that fear Him, and delivereth them"  Psalm 34:7.

42.  Your Enemy Cannot Withstand The Weapon Of Praise During Times Of Battle.  "His praise shall continually be in my mouth"  Psalm 34:1b.

43.  Your Enemy Reveals By His Attacks That He Is Fully Persuaded Of Your Ability 2 Obtain Your Goal.  Your Enemy would not waste the time, ammunition, finances and effort if your dreams were impossible.  Paul said, "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me"  Philippians 4:13.  If your Enemy believes in your future, why shouldn't you!

44.  Your Enemy Will Attack U At The Birth Of Any Significant Season In Your Life.  When Jesus began His ministry, satan launched his greatest temptations.  See Matthew 4 and Luke 4.  The crisis may occur when there is the birth of a champion in your household, like the birth of Moses.  His birth activated the killing of all the newborn children in Egypt.  It may be the birth of a miracle about 2 occur in your personal life.  Daniel 9 - Attack Is Merely Proof That Your Enemy Considers Your Assignment Very Achievable.

45.  Jesus Instructed His Disciples 2 Sow Seeds Of Love, Prayer And Acts Of Kindness Into Their Enemy.  "But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good 2 them that hate you, and pray 4 them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven:  for He maketh His sun 2 rise on the evil and on the good and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust"  Matthew 5:44,45.

46.  Loving Your Enemies Will Create A Great Reward.  "For if ye love them which love u, what reward have ye?  do not even the publicans the same?"  Matthew 5:46.  "But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping 4 nothing again [from them again bcoz it is You Lord who rewards us, not the person we blessed]; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest:  for He is kind unto the unthankful and 2 the evil"  Luke 6:35.

47.  Any Legal Entanglement With Your Enemy Should Be Avoided Whenever Possible.  "Agree with thine adversary quickly, whiles thou art in the way with him; lest at any time the adversary deliver thee 2 the judge, and the judge deliver thee 2 the officer, and thou be cast into prison.  Verily I say unto thee, Thou shalt by no means come out thence, till thou hast paid the uttermost farthing"  Matthew 5:25,26. With Lewis now Father?

48.  An Enemy Causes Movement In Your Life.  Without a Pharaoh [R], the Israelites would have adapted 2 Egypt.  The Promised Land would have become a mere fantasy instead of a fact [Victorian Home/Land/Ministry].

49.  When God Has Used Up The Benefits Of Your Present Season,   He Assigns An Enemy 2 Become Your Exit From
That Season.     Remember -- The Enemy causes movement.  God moves u 2 your next season...thru an adversary, like a
Pharoah.

50.  Your Enemy Is An Announcement From God That Your Present Season Has Come 2 A Conclusion.  When Goliath entered the picture, David changed seasons from shepherd boy 2 warrior.  His victory was an announcement that yesterday was coming 2 a close.  Tomorrow was being birthed.

51.  Your Enemy Unleashes Your Imagination.  When Pharaoh increased the pain and the burden on the Israelites, they began 2 picture  their future... where they wanted to be.  Canaan became their focus.  The Promised Land became their new target.  Pain in your present is often necessary 2 give birth 2 the dream God is DEVELOPING.

52.  Your Enemy Exposes Your Weaknesses.  Awareness of your weakness births humility.  Humility is the magnet that attracts God and angels.

53.  Your Enemy Reveals Your Limitations.  When you recognize your personal limitations you begin looking for the solution in those near you.  Whatever you lack, God has carefully stored in someone near you.  When your Enemy comes he often exhausts your strength, your creativity, and your ideas.  This usually launches your search to find the heavenly treasure God has stored in earthen vessels near you.  Remember -- love is the secret code map 2 the treasure!

54.  Your Enemy Unifies Your Friends.  When the newspapers attacked me, I heard from some lawyers and partners who I did not really know even cared!  Some wanted 2 sue, offering their legal services for free!

55.  The Holy Spirit Will Often Bring Conviction On Your Enemies.   "Who will have all men wo be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth"  I Timothy 2:4.  The jailor of Paul experienced this.  "Then he called for a light, and sprang in, and came trembling, and fell down before Paul and Silas, And brought them out, and said Sirs, what must I do to be saved?"
Acts 16:29,30.  "The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance."  2 Peter 3:9  Before he became Apostle Paul, Saul was an Enemy to the church.  But, God turned his heart.  He can do the same with your Enemy.

56.  Your Enemy Today Could Possibly Become Your Greatest Ally Tomorrow.  It happened when the tormentor of the early church [Saul] became the mentor of the early church.  "Then Ananias answered, Lord, I have heard by many of this man, how much evil he hath done to Thy saints at Jerusalem: ... But the Lord said unto him, Go they way: for he is a chosen vessel unto Me, to bear My name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel"  Acts 9:13,15.

57.  Your Enemy May Be Suddenly And Dramatically Confronted By The Holy Spirit.  He did it to Saul, before he became Paul.  "And as he journeyed, he came near Damascus: and suddenly there shined round about him a light from heaven:  And he fell 2 the earth, and heard a voice saying unto him, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou Me?  And he said, Who are thou, Lord?  And the Lord said, I Am Jesus whom thou persecutest: it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks"  Acts 9:3-5.

58.  Your Enemy Can Experience A Suden Change Of Heart.  Saul became Paul ... quickly.  "And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me 2 do?  And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do"  Acts 9:6.

59.  Your Enemy Can Completely Turnaround Because Of One Tragedy Or Crisis.  "And Saul arose from the earth; and when his eyes were opened, he saw no man: but they led him by the hand, and brought him into Damascus.  And he was 3 days without sight, and neither did eat nor drink"  Actts 9:8,9.

60.  Your Enemy Is A Door, Not a Wall, 2 Your Next Season.  It happened 4 Esther.  It happened 4 Daniel.  It happened 4 Job.   "The Lord gave Job twice as much s he had before"  Job 42:10.

61.  The Only True Difference Between A Nobody And A Somebody Is The Enemy They Decided 2 Conquer.  David went from a nobody 2 a Somebody ... through Galiath.  "And it came 2 pass s they came, when David was retruned from the slaughter of the Philistine, that the women came out of all cities of Israel, singing and dancing 2 meet king Saul, with tabrets, with Joy, and with instruments of music.  And the women answered one another as they played, and said, Saul hath slain his 1,000s, and David his 10 1000s"  I Samuel 18:6,7.

62.  Your Enemy Is The Difference Between Obsurity And Significance.  Heaveyweight champions have gone from unknown 2 world champions ... in a single fight.  When Evander Holyfield sees Mike Tyson walk through the door, he doesnt grab his ear!  he grabs his checkbook!  No friend of Evander Holyfield has ever given him $22 millon ... It took an Enemy!  It happened 2 David.  See I Samuel 18:6,7.  Even bronco riders desire a mean bull so the judges can accurately asess their skills!

63.  The Size Of Your Enemy Will Determine The Size Of Your Rewards.  "And there went out a champion out of the camp of the Philistines, named Goliath, of Gath, whose height was 6 cubits and a span.  And he had a helmet of brass upon his head, and he was armed with a coat of mail; and the wight of the coat was 5000 shekels of brass.  And he had greaves of brass upon his legs, and a target of brass between his shoulders. And the staff of his spear was like a weaver's beam; and his spear's head weighted 600 shekels of iron:  and one bearing a shield went b4 him ... And the men of Israel said, Have ye seen this man that is come up?  surely 2 defy Israel is he come up? and it shall be, that the man who killeth him, the king will enrich him with great riches, and will give him his daughter, and make his father's hosue free in Israel"  I Samuel 17:4-7,25.

64.  Your Enemy Forces Any Judas In Your Life 2 Reveal Himself.  Judas is not your Enemy.  Everybody has a Judas.  Even Judases! Judases are intimidated by u.  They work undercover.  They betray u behind your back.  A Judas is weak, spineless and intimidated.  It is possible 2 live around a Judas 4 years and never discern it.  They will not confront u.  They attempt 2 weaken your influence with others through their words, their actions and conduct.
A Judas resents the love and loyalty expressed by others toward you.  A Judas is someone who believes your Enemy has a right 2b heard.  A Judas plays both parts: in your presence, a friend.  In their presence, a friend.
When your Enemy enters, he will ond with the Judas in your Circle of Confidantes.  Your Judas will be exposed quickly when an Enemy links with him.  Do not fear -- when Judas


65.  Anything Good Always Has An Enemy.  Evil despises righteousness. Fear despised faith.  Weakness despises strength.  Jesus was the very Son of God -- yet the religious crowd despised Him.

66.  You Will Only Be Remembered 4 The Enemy U Destroy Or The One Who Destroys U.  Samson is remembered because Delilah deceived him.  David is remembered 4 the Goliath he killed.

67.  Your Enemy Cannot Abort Your Future --  He Is Merely The Announcement That Your Future Is Being Born. When Goliath roared, David was receiving the announcement that his shepherd days were concluding.  Kingship was being born.

68.  Your Enemy Is As Necessary As Your Friend.  Your friend gives you comfort [R], but your Enemy gives you a future.

69.  Your Enemy Is Your Opportunity 2 Reveal Your Differences From Others.  The brothers of David were angry, fearful and intimidated.  Nobody would have discerned the difference in David ... without Goliath.  Your Enemy is an opportunity 2 reveal what you truly believe.

70.  When U Discover Your Assignment, U Will Discover Your Enemy.  Demonic warfare is a clue that satan has discovered the intentions of God toward you.  Demons are not omnipresent.  They cannot be everywhere simultaneously.  They receive geographical assignments.  This is apparent when the angel, answering the prayers of Daniel, mentions the warfare and the attempted interception of the message.  He indicated that God had heard Daniel when he prayed.  He was released and dispatched from heaven.  But, it took him 21 days 2 arrive.
"Then said he unto me, Fear not, Daniel: for from the first day that thou didst set thine heart 2 understand, and 2 chasten thyself before thy God, thy words were heard, and I am come from thy WORDS.  But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and 20 days: but , lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came 2 help me; and I remained there with the kings of Persia"  Daniel 10;12,13.

71.  The Favorite Entry Point Used By Your Enemy Will Usually Be Through Someone U Have Chosen 2 Trust.  Your future depends on the weakness of the person u trust.  Everybody trusts somebody.  And, that person you are trusting is usually trusting someone you would not dream of trusting! Adam trusted Eve who opned the door 2 the serpent.   Samson trusted Delilah.  Your Enemy will always use someone you have chosen 2 trust.

72.  The Enemy U Fail 2 Destory Will Eventually Destroy U.  The Prophet Samuel instructed Saul 2 kill the Amalekites utterly.  He refused.  He left king Agag alive with the best of the sheep and so forth.  So, at Saul's death, the man who accepted the credit for finishing the suicidal attempt of Saul cried, "I am an Amalekite."  Read 2Samuel 1:9,10.  What U Refuse 2 Conquer Will Eventually Conquer U.

73.  You Will Never Outgrow Your Enemy -- U Must Simply Learn 2 Fight.  Many youth think that someday they will simply outgrow their desire 2 sin.  yet, the desire 2 sin if sorever available.  U must simply learn 2 fight back.

74. Struggle Is The Proof That U Have Not Yet Been Conquered By Your Enemy.  You may be tired of fighting.  Battle may weary you.  But, struggle is still the proof tht your Enemy has not yet won.

75.  Your Enemy Must Be Destroyed, Not Understood. Conversation is often the Door 2 Annihilation.  It happened in the Garden of Eden.  Satan moved Eve 2 the negotiation table 2 prepare them 4 alienation.  Negotiate with friends, but destroy your Enemy.

76.  Your Enemy Will Not Seek 2 Understand U, But 2 Discredit U.  When I received bad press, they requested that I answer questions. I was happy 2 do so.  But, I requested their written verification that my entire answers would be printed ... under the question asked.  They refused.

77.  When Go Completes A Season In Your Life, He Hardens The Heart Of An Enemy Toward U.  Pharaoh's heart was hardened toward the Israelites.  Why?  It softened their heart about the move that God desired.  In my little town here in Texas, I experienced the most incredible movements against the ministry.  During my first partner meeting, police began 2 tow cars away during the service ... tho a little building we bought had been a Baptist church 4 over 30 years.  Parking spaces had been used for years.  But, God hardened their heart ... to move our ministry to another location.
What you think is an Enemy trying 2 stop u is God's way of 'boot kicking u" into the next Season of your life.

78.  Your Enemy Caused Good People 2 Find U.  Many times, ministers have become unnoticed and unrecognized.  But, during a Season of attack, people who discerned the truth became aware of them and bonded with them.
Bad Times Always Bring Good People Together.

79.  Your Enemy Causes Unused and Dormant Gifts 2 Emerge.  Adversity will expose hidden greatness within you.  The brothers of David were totally blind 2 his difference from them.

80.  Any Uncontested Enemy Will Flourish.  Ignoring an Enemy does not remove him.  Hoping your Enemy will leave does not remove him.  U must contest your Enemy.  "Resist the devil, and he will flee from you"  James 4:7.

81.  Your Enemy Will Often Vary The Weapons And Strategy He Uses Against U.  What he uses when you are a teenager may be completely different than what he uses when you are older.

82.  The Reaction Of Your Enemy Is Proof Of Your Progress.  When your Enemy gets anxious, he knows his time is limited.

83.  Any Move U Make In The Right Direction Will Be Instantly Addressed By Your Enemy.

84.  Your Enemy Will Ultimately Reveal The Greatness Of God 2 U.  Your heart may doubt.  Your mind may be confused.  But, in a crisis, God will expose His power and love towards u.  And Enemy gives Him an opportunity 2 do so.

85.  Your Enemy May Enter Your Life Under the Disguise Of Friendship.  And Enemy may enter silently, quietly and begin 2 weaken your life like termites in a building.  One evening, some years ago, my manager informed me that a young had been sitting 4 hours in the staff sanctuary.  He insisted on an appointment.  I explained 2 her that he needed  2 schedule through my secretary.  He replied 2 her that he had driven several 100 miles and wanted more than anything in the world 2 'just be the protege of Dr. Murdock ... whatever it takes. "  He came in crying, weeping and begging 4 an opportunity 2b an "armor-bearer."  Within weeks, he had started a slander campaign against me on my own staff.  It was shocking.  But, he had entered sweetly and quietly as a friend.

86.  An Enemy Will Often Ignore Protocol And The Established Chain Of Authority.  Rebellion is at the heart of an Enemy.  He despises the order of God.  I mentioned earlier about the young man who had wanted and appointment.  He refused 2 accept the counsel of my manager 2 schedule with me the next day.  I misread his aggressiveness.
Aggressiveness is not always proof of desire.
Aggressiveness is often rebellion 2 protocol.
My manager informed hm that I could not see him that day.  He replied, "I am determined 2 see him."
Later he cried 2 me, "U are what I have wanted 2b around my entire life.  I want u 2 become my mentor.  I will do anything 2 become your protege.  Nobody has ever given me a chance.  Just give me a chance.  I believe in u."  Within weeks, he sowed more discord and strife into my staff than anyone in the history of my ministry.
He ignored protocol.  I ignored the signal [clue].

87.  Your Enemy Must Be Exposed.  When there is a liar in your circle, expose them.  U owe that 2 those under your protection.  That's why Peter exposed Ananias and Sapphira.  Acts 5:1-11.
You are responsible 4 any person u destroy. U are also responsible 4 any person you permit 2b dstroyed.
One young staff member affected by another disgruntled staff memeber became a complete emotional wreck.  She eventually left our ministry.  She had been so loyal, so sweet and loving toward the things of God.  Within days, he had confused her and left her shattered.

88.  Your Enemy Will Attempt 2 Involve U In Unnecessary Battles Which Promise Little Or No Reward.  Battles drain your energy.  They break your focus and empty your resources.

89.  Your Enemy Should Be Confronted In The Timing Of The Spirit And With The Right Spiritual Weaponry.  This enables u 2 predict his strategy and conduct.  The motivation of Peter 2 protect Jesus by cutting off the ear of the soldier is admirable.  But, it was not Spirit led.

90.  An Uncommon Enemy Can Be Defeated Through Uncommon Endurance. God requires endurance.  "And ye shall be hated of all men 4 My name's sake: but the that endureth 2 the end shall be saved"  Matthew 10:22.

91.  It Is Wisdom 2 Avoid Confrontation With Your Enemy When Possible.  Jesus did this.  "But when they persecute u in this city, flee ye into another:"  Matthew 10:23.  Fleeing does not demonstate fear, but Wisdom 2 sustain your life and ministry and retain your focus.

92.  It Is Wise 2 Make Peace With Your Enemy When Possible.  "But I say unto u, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheeck, turn 2 him the other also.  And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have thy cloak also.  Ans whosoever shall compel thee 2 go a mile, go with him twain.  Give 2 him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away"  Matthew 5:39-42.
Never use a tank 2 kill a mosquito.
Enemies are Bridges, not barricades.
Recognition Of The Enemy God Uses 2 Promote U Can Prevent Destruction, Protect Your Life And Those U Love.

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