BE WISE AND PRUDENT

Greetings in the name of the Lord!

   Have you ever heard the statement "Time is of the essence?"  Well, there is a time that is upon us in which we will have to discern exactly what we see and believe. We live in a world where there are no absolutes. We do not have a set of complete and perfect rules to look on. One day the rules or law may say one thing, and then before you know it, that rule or law changes to nearly the exact opposite of what the original intent was.

   This is confusing. There is no wonder as to why we see so many people today who rebel against authorities and government. Plain and simply stated: "There is no security of any kind in this world or its system!"

   It is imperative that we spend time with the Lord in His word. "The Lord Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever." Hebrews 13:8. His laws are perfect. His ways are just. He is consistent. We are able to rely on, and trust Him.

   "For I am the Lord, I change not; therefore ye sons of Jacob are not consumed." 
                                                                                                                               Malachi 3:6 (KJV)

   There are very responsible, well meaning people in this world, doing their best to raise a family and contribute their time and energy in making the world around them a better place to live. Then much to this idealistic dream, the status quo changes and they find the rug pulled out from under them. To say the very least, this is disheartening. But take courage. There is a scripture verse I'd like to share.

   "A prudent man sees evil and hides himself, The naive proceed and pay the penalty."
                                                                                                                       Proverbs 27:12 (NASV)

The word evil in the original Hebrew means: perverse; foolish.

The word hides in the original Hebrew means: concealed; secret things; cover; undetected.

The word naive in the original Hebrew means: good sense; discretion; prudence; wisdom.

   We see in these definitions that we are not silly minded at all. In fact, those in Christ, are full of His wisdom. We are covered in Him, for Him and by Him. As we take a look at the verses above along with the explanation of the words, we see that in whatsoever state we find ourselves, our behavior and mindset is in Christ. This is what we manifest. This is our living hope. All to God's glory. It should not be any surprise to us just how the world behaves and reacts. Again, as we read the Bible we come to understand why exactly, the world thinks the way it does. It is in a fallen state. The world system operates under a different set of rules. We notice more and more the opposition to the things and people of God. If it doesn't like God, it won't like us. That's okay. Expect it and rise above it in Christ.

   Let me express that I am not talking about civil laws that are put in place to protect us. I am speaking about an agenda, that has its roots in the spiritual realm and opposes the things of God. Some un-knowingly and others knowingly agree with this dark influence and its intent. We must be discerning. The times are evil.

   Now is not the time for believers to be islands unto themselves. We must gather ourselves together to pray, fellowship, lift one another up, bear each others burdens. We must seek God and His divine will. Now is the time for us to extend His loving kindness and mercy to unbelievers. They also need a place to find comfort. This is why we are still here. The Lord desires for us to bring them, the lost sheep, into the fold. Now is the time.

   "He who dwells (lives) in the secret place of the Most High shall remain stable and fixed under the shadow of the Almighty [Whose power no foe can withstand]. I will say of the Lord, he is my Refuge and my Fortress, my God; on Him I lean and rely, and in Him I [confidently] trust!" Psalm 91:1-2 (AMPC)

And another verse states:

   "Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves; so be shrewd as serpents and innocent as doves." Matthew 10:16 (NKJV)

This word shrewd in the original Greek means: To reflect a personal mindset.

   The word innocent in the original Greek: implies righteous; what is in conformity with God's own being ( His will, standard of rightness) hence "upright."

   "These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world." John 16:33 (NASV)

We have hope in Christ. This hope is an anchor to our soul (mind).  With the help and guidance of the Holy Spirit we are able to manifest heaven on earth in every situation and circumstance.

   "Yet I am confident I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living!" 
                                                                                                                                  Psalm 27:13 (NLT)


Now to Him who is able to keep you and yours be all of the glory! Much love in Christ!




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PRAYER OF COMFORT

Blessings to you and yours the Lords beloved!

Today I would like to extend a blessing to you. I know there are hardships that you may be experiencing. There are concerns about health and family members. There are questions about what direction to take in life. Among many others. Let's go to our Father in prayer.

Oh Heavenly Father of great mercy, there is none like you in all the heavens or the earth. You alone are the One True God. Everything that was made and is created was fashioned by your hands. We thank you this day as we come into your holy presence, by the blood of Jesus Christ your son in whom we have been cleansed in faith, by his work upon the cross. The fact that He is raised from the dead proves that His sacrifice was acceptable to you.

Thank you for your love and kindness toward us. Father, we know you watch our every move, as a mother watches her children. We find comfort knowing that there is nothing that passes from your eyes that you have not seen. We thank you Lord for sealing our lives with Your Holy Spirit. Stir our hearts this day to seek you. Fill our hearts with a strong desire to know you more. Cause us to thirst for you like we never have before. Breath your Holy life into ours Lord. As you live let your life be manifested in and through us in the name of Jesus.

Father I bless all those that are and will read this prayer. This is for them. They have not stumbled unto this sight by happen stance. You are not a God of chance but of purpose. So on purpose they are here. Minister to their hearts and comfort them Lord by your Spirit.

Father there are those that are in transition right now, (I see a young man in Denmark or the Netherlands Lord, that area, he actually has a back pack on and he is ready to make the move.) They don't know where they should go. They are seeking options (I hear the word "options") in what they should do. Father I pray and ask that the way would be made clear. Your word states in Mark 4:22 "For nothing is hidden, except to be revealed; nor has anything been secret, but that it would come to light." (NAS) and so Father we thank you for making this evident to them. Thank you for divine direction.

I thank you Lord for a healing touch in someone's physical body. There is a woman with a great stomach tumor I see. Father now by the power of your Holy Spirit, I speak to that tumor and tell it to stop growing and deteriorate and begin to break down completely in the name of Jesus.  I thank you Lord that the pressure this thing has caused has made it hard for her to breathe. So again Father, I thank you for restored breathing, I thank you that her lungs will be able to fully inflate once again. Lord I thank you that as she takes breath in fully, that by Your Holy Spirit her muscles will ease slowly and without much discomfort, her breathing will be successful. All to Your glory Lord. In Jesus' name.

There are those who long to know that You hear from Your heavens Lord and see them right where they are (I see a young lady from the South China Sea area Islands). The Lord wants you to know that He does see you and He knows exactly where you are. He says to you in Isaiah 43 verses 1 and 4. "But now, this is what the Lord, your creator says, O Jacob, And He who formed you, O Israel, "Do not fear, for I have redeemed you (from captivity); I have called you by name; you are Mine!" and  "Because you are precious in My sight, You are honored and I love you, I will give other men in return for you and other peoples in exchange for your life." (AMP) Father I pray for this sweet sister of mine. I know that you love her along with all of the others that look to You for guidance and love.

I would like to speak the Fathers peace over you my sweet heart. He loves you greatly and will never take that love back. He was there the day you were conceived. I know you believe that in your heart. He has called you with a special purpose in Him. You will lead many to the freedom He has awaiting them in Christ. Be encouraged. Yes, He has heard your cry from His heavens and He has delivered you! He is making your path straight and removing every obstacle out of your way. Yes, you will walk in freedom! You say,"How can this be?" He says, "Trust, watch and believe."

Father, I thank you for hearing my prayer. I ask your blessings and guidance upon all who seek you and those that will. Let them be encouraged this day. I thank you that your light is greater than the darkness that tries to hold them captive. I pray a hedge of protection around all those that are yours. I plead the blood of Christ over all that are not able to protect themselves from ruthless enemies. May your Word of Truth and Power expose the strategies of the enemy. Lord God Almighty as You live, may Your Holy prayer warriors rise to defeat the plans of the enemy in the lives of your children and those that are lost. I thank you for enabling us, through Christ, to walk before your thrown and worship you in your holy presence.


"Now to Him Who is able to so far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us. To God our Father be all of the glory, now and forever."