Tag Archive | I AM

Break Through

Spring forward or break through? So many get the two confused. One thinks that going forward means that they are approved in the action they take. Yet they do not seem to notice, their footing has begun to shake.

I will allow you to find your path for a time without My guide; to test you and allow you to try your wings–your style. But there comes a time when, if we are not conferring on the path taken…

You may find I AM no longer there.

You didn’t notice at first, My absence, you were so busy forging your way, but then you found you became more and more tired come the end of your day. And you wondered…

Why?

Lord, why are you not helping me? Why do you not lead?

But where were you that morning when I met you and you barely glanced My way? Now it seems a wall has risen and its for break-through that you pray, and still more tired it seems you’ve become toward the end of your day.

My love, never did I leave you–you are never far from Me. I merely chose to give you the lead and allow you to find your way. In this you found that forward doesn’t always mean moving in the right direction, but the break-through you seek is right close at hand–with only a small correction.

Follow My Lead…

“For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding; he stores up sound wisdom for the upright; he is a shield to those who walk in integrity, guarding the paths of justice and preserving the way of his saints.” Proverbs 2:6-8

“Thy word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalms 119:105

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may prove what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Romans 12:2

“Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good; love one another with brotherly affection; outdo one another in showing honor. Never flag in zeal, be aglow with the Spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in your hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints, practice hospitality. Bless those who persecute, you; bless and do not curse them. Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly; never be conceited. Repay no one evil for evil, but take thought for what is noble in the sight of all. If possible, so far as it depends upon you, live peaceably with all. Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God; for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” No, “if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him drink; for by so doing you will heap burning coals upon his head.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” Romans 12:9-21

“Thus says the Lord of hosts, Render true judgments, show kindness and mercy each to his brother, do not oppress the widow, the fatherless, the sojourner, or the poor; and let none of you devise evil against his brother in your heart.” Zechariah 7:9-10

“But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until the full day.” Proverbs 4:18

“For there shall be a sowing of peace and prosperity; the vine shall yield its fruit, and the ground shall give its increase, and the heavens shall give their dew; and I will cause the remnant of this people to possess all these things.” Zechariah 8:12

Savory Truth

Mar15

The seasoning in one’s life is a delicate balance. For it is said that a person is “well seasoned” when he is mature in years and has lived a long life–seemingly to have gained much wisdom. But I tell you wisdom, that which comes from above, is not gained through years of living, but from time spent within close fellowship of the Holy Spirit. Wisdom is to be sought after–it is more valuable than gold.

Choice nuggets come from spending time at My feet and learning the heart of the Master from My Word. I AM revealed in My Word, but you truly will not recognize the different, subtle flavors or aspects of My person without first savoring them on your tongue. “Oh taste and see that the Lord is good.” (Ps. 34:8)

Speak forth My Word, whether through prayers, reading My Word aloud or sharing with a friend. The declaration will be sweet to the taste as honey. The subtle notes return to the ears, quickening your spirit within, as deep calls to deep. It is food for your soul–this, My friend, is true seasoning. The delicate balance of wisdom and life…

The one anchors

The other propels forward

Yet they do not contradict, but are in perfect balance, as is the Sword of the Spirit–rightly dividing soul and spirit with the Word of Truth.

“For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and spirit, of joints and marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12

“The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple; the precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes; the fear of the Lord is clean, enduring for ever; the ordinances of the Lord are true, and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold; sweeter also than honey and drippings of the honeycomb.” Psalm 19:7-10

“Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.” Proverbs 16:24

“O taste and see that the Lord is good! Happy is the man who takes refuge in him!” Psalms 34:8

“But wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, without uncertainty or insincerity. And the harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.” James 3:17-18

“Behold, thou desirest truth in the inward being; therefore teach me wisdom in my secret heart.” Psalms 51:6

“My mouth shall speak wisdom; the meditation of my heart shall be understanding.” Psalms 49:3

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we are not contending against flesh and blood, but against the principalities, against the powers, against the world rulers of this present darkness, against the spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.Therefore take the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Stand therefore, having girded your loins with truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the equipment of the gospel of peace, above all taking the shield of faith, with which you can quench all the flaming darts of the evil one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” Ephesians 6:10-17

Direct Answers

Feb26

Eliminate the “middle man” and come directly to Me. So many of My children run to someone else for prayer. They put their faith in that friend or Pastor’s ability to pray and believe that their answer comes through them. But I say come to Me. I AM your Father. Come to Me with thanksgiving–knowing that I love you–I care for you!

Pray to Me in the power of the Holy Spirit.
Ask in the Name of Jesus.
Believe that you receive.
Leave your burdens with Me and trust that I love you.

Know that I hear you; when you believe that you receive–all things are possible.

Doubt Not
Believe
Receive

Rejoice and be thankful, for I love you more than you could know!

“Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which passes all understanding will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Phil. 4:6-7

“Pray at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication.” Eph. 6:18

“Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving…”Col. 4:2a

“But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret, and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” Mt. 6:6

“And Jesus answered them, ‘Have faith in God. Truly, I say to you whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be taken up and cast into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that what he says will come to pass it will be done for him. Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you receive it, and you will. And whenever you stand praying, forgive if you have anything against any one; so that your Father also who is in heaven may forgive you your trespasses.'” Mk. 11:22-26

“I write this to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life. And this is the confidence which we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have obtained the requests made of him.” I Jn. 5:13-15

“Truly, truly, I say to you, if you ask anything of the Father, he will give it to you in my name. Hitherto you have asked nothing in my name; ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full.” Jn. 16:23-24

“Beloved, if our hearts do not condemn us, we have confidence before God; and we receive from him whatever we ask, because we keep his commandments and do what pleases him. And this is his commandment, that we should believe in the name of his Son Jesus Christ and love one another, just as he has commanded us. All who keep his commandments abide in him, and he in them. And by this we know that he abides in us, by the Spirit which he has given us.” I Jn. 3:21-24

“Cast your burdens on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.” Ps. 55:22

“And Jesus said to him, ‘If you can! All things are possible to him who believes.'” Mk. 9:23

A True Heart

Feb20

I have healed your heart, now listen to My Word. I AM a dictator in that I direct and yet I AM gentle in that I lead. My eyes are always searching, ever looking to find the willing heart that does not frown on obedience, but takes delight to sit at My feet and learn of Me. Sadly, I find very few that are true right down to their heart. Yes, they speak the language and may have even counseled themselves that they are of the chosen few, but they have deceived their own self.

But even so, My Word proclaims that, “they shall know the truth and the truth shall set them free.”

Believe it!

“Jesus then said to the Jews who had believed in him, ‘If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth and the truth will make you free.'” Jn. 8:31

“Why do you call me Lord, Lord, and not do what I tell you? Lu. 6:46

“Not every one who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven.” Mt. 7:21

“Every one then who hears these words of mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house upon the rock; and the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat upon that house, but it did not fall, because it had been founded on the rock.” Mt. 7:24-25

“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Mt. 11:28-30

Hand Me the Keys

Feb19

Don’t fret when it seems as if things aren’t going to plan; for even if you have an idea where I AM leading you in your life, you don’t know all the paths it will take to get you there.

Leave the driving to Me.

I value your input in prayer and conversations as we plan together.

If you could see your life from My perspective…

you would gladly hand me the keys.

For it gets complicated–working all things out for your good.

But I delight to do just that–

for you are a delight to Me!

“Have you not known? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary, his understanding is unsearchable. He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even youths shall faint and be weary, and young men shall fall exhausted; but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.” Is. 40:28-31

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge him and he will make straight your paths. Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil. It will be healing to your flesh and refreshment to your bones.” Prov. 3:5-8

“But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until full day.” Prov. 4:18

“For a man’s ways are before the eyes of the Lord, and he watches all his paths.” Prov. 5:21

“The Lord will keep you from all evil; he will keep your life. The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this time forth and for evermore.” Ps. 121:7-8

Divinely Purposed

Feb17

Divinely purposed is the attitude I’m looking for. Not one who looks to the right, nor to the left, or who is looking for the answer to the question, “What’s in it for me?” But purposed to do My will, no matter the cost, for the trust is great, that I will not disappoint and that My purposes are for good and not evil.

I had you in mind before you were born. Not to harm you, but to create for you a fulfilling life with a divine purpose; an end that is divinely appointed. I have not lost My blueprint for your life…

have you?

Consult with Me–your true Maker. For I AM the architect of your soul, and if you have lost your way, I will set your footing sure. Be at peace knowing that I have secured your future–you need not worry–you must not worry. For when you are in a worried state, we cannot move forward. But, when you are at rest, we plan…

and, when you are ready, we strike out.

Let’s purpose to plan today; don’t wait–time is so short.

Let us move forward to your future, with purpose!

“For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will hear you. You will seek me and find me; when you seek me with all your heart.” Jer. 29:11-13

Be Still

Feb7

So many want quick answers…

Hurry–Hurry–please answer my prayer! Often the answer is already there within. The Word is nigh thee, even in thine heart. (See Rom. 10:8)

I am a rewarder of those who diligently seek Me. Quick friendships are shallow and have little value. It takes time spent together to build trust–to build a relationship that lasts.

The woman of Samaria, that came to the well didn’t know Me, but as I sat and talked with her she revealed to Me what she knew and had heard of Me; it allowed Me to clear her misconceptions, which made room for revelation and trust. It was then that she could receive–truly the answer to her heart’s cry.

She had many men in her life and was still empty. But in spending time with Me she was filled, and in joy and delight ran to tell all she knew of the one she had found–the Messiah. (See Jn. 4:4-42)

Come and draw from the deep well…

It begins within

Commune in your heart with Me and be still

Know that I am God

Find that I AM a Fountain of Life

I will be found by those who diligently seek Me

With all of your heart

Be Still

“Be still and know that I am God. I am exalted among the nations, I am exalted in the earth!” Ps. 46:10

“And without faith it is impossible to please him. For whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.” Heb. 11:6

” How precious is thy steadfast love, O God! The children of men take refuge in the shadow of thy wings. They feast on the abundance of thy house, and thou givest them drink from the river of thy delights. For with thee is the fountain of life; in thy light do we see light.” Ps. 36:7-9

“Behold, God is my salvation: I will trust, and will not be afraid; for the Lord God is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation. With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation.” Is. 12:2-3

Just Ask

Feb6

Look to the mirror within; what reflection do you see? Do you see your past looking back at you, as if it were still a fresh wound? Do you see your future, with gaping holes, for places you yet do not perceive?

Do you see Me–your Loving Savior reflected there in your heart? If your heart is full of Love to its capacity, then you truly see Me, for I AM Love.

If you see Compassion, Understanding, Wisdom and Strength…
If your heart is overflowing with Grace…
And softens with Kindness…

Then you truly emulate who I AM to the world.

If, however, you find that you behold the former, then I have Good News for you!

I came to set you FREE!

Invite Me fully and deeply into your heart–just ASK!

I will come in and fulfill your desires and needs.

I’ll fill up that gaping void.

You will truly want no more!

Ask

“We know that in everything God works for good with those who love him, who are called according to his purpose. For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. And those whom he predestined he also called; and those whom he called he also justified, and those whom he justified he also glorified.” Rom. 8:28-30

“And this is the confidence which we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have obtained the requests made of him.” I Jn. 5:14-15

“Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassion, kindness, lowliness, meekness, and patience, forbearing one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other; as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. And above all these put on love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly…” Col. 3:12-16a

“May the Lord direct your hearts to the love of God and to the steadfastness of Christ.” II Thess. 3:5

Soul Food

Feb3

A cleansing and purifying is at hand in the Body of Christ. Many have lain dormant for a long period of time. Some from fear, others from lack of direction, still others have suffered wounds from leadership or others in the Body.

I have given My Word as a manual for life. It is a life-giving source of food for spirit and soul. My Word is ever changing the heart of man, but itself is unchanging.

I AM a giver of life. I do not seek to kill and destroy. I bring LIFE!

So many confuse Me with the works of the evil one. This should not be.

Read My Word

I AM Love

Read My Word

I AM Healing

Read My Word–It is Life to those who find it and Health to all their flesh!

A Spirit dominated life will be a successful life. Do not be confused and disheveled in your thinking…

Hear with your heart
See with your spirit
Read My Word and LIVE!

“–It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.'” Mt. 4:4

“Come to me all who labor and are heavy-laden and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Mt. 11:28-30

“Because he cleaves to me in love, I will deliver him; I will protect him, because he knows my name. When he calls to me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will rescue him and honor him. With long life I will satisfy him, and show him my salvation.” Ps. 91:14-16

I Speak

Jan29

Immense silence has covered the earth for too long. Men have quenched My Spirit, My Voice, for fear of what they do not understand. I have spoken to man from the beginning of time. I walked with Adam and talked with him in the garden. I led the children of Israel through the direction of Moses. Samuel was a mere boy when I called him to speak for Me. Nathan, the prophet, gave direction and correction to David. Many have stood faithful before Me. I choose to speak again. It is imperative that man…

Hear My Voice

Eat My Word

Search My Scriptures

Receive My Holy Spirit

The dull and lifeless Church will no longer stand. My Church must rise up or be trampled under. It is through the Holy Spirit that you will have power and strength for the battle to come.

Stand up Oh Church and declare VICTORY! For the battle has already been won. If you choose to stand up for the King and not cast your confidence–Salvation it will bring.

Will you listen Church?