What might your heart say when you grasp a new concept?
Declare it!
You see the need of another, something you can resolve.
Embrace it and do it!
What about coming to terms with an age-old problem?
Define it, rejoice in it and declare it!
And in declaring what the Bible says about you…
Believe it!
Amen

Do you have days you want to explode? Not with anger or things that drag you down to the ground, But with Love flowing from a gracious, Heavenly Father! “Oh, to know and to be known by the very essence of Him. How God awesome!”
“What do you consider to be the true love of God?” Do you believe if you say you love God, you will be going to Heaven? Maybe you have had the thought that you aren’t a horrible person, and yes, you expect to be there after you finish your days on earth. I use to think something like this many years ago. My parents are there. Why wouldn’t I be there also? If I had taken that thought line, I would have been in grave danger. We are responsible for our own lives before God, and no one can answer for us as we stand before Him. Some might say, “I am most confident I have helped people along the way, from time to time. I gave to charities and did public service stuff. Doesn’t that count?”
The Bible points to God’s Son, Jesus. Have you ever met him personally and listened to his heart as he shared his innermost thoughts about you and the plans he has for your life? Have you felt the breath of His Holy Spirit when he attempted to draw you to the one who died on the cross for you and all humanity? Very accurately put, it is all about Jesus. He is the living Holy God. No idol could ever do what he has done or will do for those who love and profess him as Lord of their lives. Many people seem to gravitate towards those who appear to have power and money. To what end? Who wouldn’t want to spend eternity with this all-powerful Son of the Living God and experience his riches in glory.
He made it all, and when he went to the cross, he gave it all. Jesus said he would rise again, and He did! In John 12:32, he said he would draw all men to him, and he is still doing this very thing.
The Word of God says there will be a transformation in our hearts when we know and profess that Jesus is the Son of God, the one who died for our sins. Yes, he does know who will accept him, reject him, or live for him. Others might say God predestines us, and you don’t have to do anything more. You could say that, but remember this, “It is a heart decision, and He knows your end from your beginning.” The Lord requires that we do justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with our God.” Yes, to live for and have a relationship with him daily. Is it worth it?
Oh, my yes! Are you living for God…today?
*John 10:10 *Philippians 4:19 * Isaiah 46:10 *Micah 6:8

[At the beginning of this year, I received this Word from the Holy Spirit while in prayer. Amazing how current the Word is for today. The bold, italicized words are those of the Lord speaking to me.]

By your Spirit Lord, I see a waterfall cascading over the rocks. Your voice, strength, and power amaze me. As you call the nations to hear, so you call me also to do the same. I hear you say, listen, and receive my healing. Listen and gain strength to carry on.

“A mighty battle forges onward. An awakening has come, and many are frightened. So many of my children hearken not the truth of what is occurring. For centuries they have been told, but unto themselves, they say, “How can this be?” We are his chosen, his body. “No, we are to escape all the ugly and the war.” “But I declare to you even this day, the righteous in Me must stand and take their place in this battle. It is for them, I have come. 

“As a whole, what do you see and hear?”  Wars and rumors of war are what your Word declares, and this is what I see manifesting worldwide.

“Are there invisible forces fighting against you?” Yes, Lord, I know the enemy is most vile and deceiving. Many Believers are faithfully praying in the Spirit. Warring on behalf of others who might not know how to pray. Many see the warfare for what it is and are responding accordingly.

“Yes, those who seek the Kingdom first, and my righteousness are doing so for my glory .” Yes, for a time such as this many are called, but few chosen. Consider Psalm 139 when I told you I knew you before the foundation of this world and you were there. Did I not also include you in the “right time and place” in humanity? “Nothing is by accident or without forethought on my part or my planning.” You are here at the right time, and in the right place for seeing the Kingdom, my Kingdom confirmed on the earth.”

Lord, your Kingdom is being established in our hearts and our very thoughts. How blessed is the generation which sees the “Coming of the Lord!” Yes and Amen! -Matthew 6:10 and Matthew 6:33, NKJV-

“How many days I can not say, but when the time is right, you will see “And Suddenly,” and it will be a moment of the past!” Holy Spirit

“When we receive a revelation from God concerning a prophecy, it is because each day we are one day closer to the fulfillment of that Word and His direction.” Wow!

Think of the times you have opened the Bible, read, and were astonished at the clarity of what you read. That is because He has made it plain to your heart. The Word of God in us is alive! “The Word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to the dividing of soul and spirit, joints, and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” (Hebrews 4:12, NIV)

Your hunger for more of him brings his life, and his Word alive in you. Now, you are drawing from the wells of His Glory! Philippians 4:13 says, “I press toward the mark of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.”

Daily we choose. Do we honestly want to settle for less? Are we going to arise out of bed each morning and be excited at what God has in store for us that day? Or perhaps go into neutral and see what comes about on its own? To be excited about what God has for me usually involves taking a stand against the enemy to my soul first. But not always. It is a matter of declaring what the Word says. We bless the Lord for his goodness always. I chose every day, by my own will, to follow Christ.

Some days I want to float…no pressure, no heavy thinking. (There is a time for pulling aside, but this is different.) I had better have secured my ground around me first. The day and times we are living in, according to the Word of God, says our times will be Perilous Times! (2nd Timothy 3:1) I can’t let my guard down for a minute! In our lives, we fight against the enemy to our minds, and through so many other avenues.

Think about the pure Word of God. It is a shield to protect you, and it has been built up in you, or it isn’t valid. We have to saturate our thoughts by the “Washing of the Water of the Word!” I must continually take every thought captive that does not line up with the Word of God! (2nd Corinthians 10:3-5) Also,”We are to take up the whole armor of God that we may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm.” (Ephesians 6:13, ESV)

What is most precious to me is, His love never fails, and in all things, he will see me through, just like you. Hallelujah!

Cherri

Jesus released infinitely powerful words into the atmosphere when teaching us to pray the Lord’s prayer. “Our Father which art in Heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in the earth, as it is in Heaven. (Matthew 6: 9-10) “Heaven is now, and what you do today is eternal.”

Once the Lord shared with me,” I haven’t given up on you, and don’t you give up on me!” “You may not be able to see the end from the beginning, but, “I do.” I haven’t dropped off the ends of the heavenly realm.

I still have you firmly in my hands. I am not asleep on your watch, so don’t you be asleep on mine either. You are mine for all eternity and beyond! Eternity is now! By every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God!”

“Do you believe more in what you can see or you can’t see? I answered, “What I can’t see, Lord.” The Lord shared with me, “This tells me where your faith level is.” Now you are stirring up the gift which is in you. “Rich and sweet are the words of life, rich and sweet”!

Come back to that place of being awed by new revelation and my presence within you. “Can you sense me now?” Yes, Lord, I can! All-day long you can draw from this well. My well is fresh and pure. So ready for you to drink from.” Breathe in and out. Do you sense me now? Put me on and share me with others. Wear my love freely and give. “Freely, you have received, freely give.” (Matthew 10:8) My presence in you is real. My presence through you is real. “Give that drink of water to others, just as you have received from me. Give. Give. Give.

You have sensed my new purpose and direction for you. Don’t question it. I will show you very soon, the next steps to take. You must wait for my instruction, and not that of man! Remember, “Prayer and Praise are always before my throne.” Enter in.

Cherri

What is one thing you possibly remember as a child growing up? Something which might have been spoken by your parents? Was it, “Watch your mouth?” It seemed I, at every turn, was saying something which did not conform to the standard and my mouth fell short of the task most days. I am sure my words were words other kids were saying, and they too probably got into trouble with their parents for voicing them. (Thankfully profanity was not allowed in our home, and in that, I bless my parents for not using it.)

Thinking back, I kept this thought, watch your mouth, inside of me, which has been “a rule of thumb” over the years. “Words can bring life, and according to the Word of God, they can bring death to another as well as yourself.” Take the word hope. It has such power behind the sound of it. Hope is just a word until you put action to it by voicing it in faith. This voicing allows God to manifest in the now and fulfill hope in every circumstance. When you share this, you are allowing your words, to bring relief in some measure to another. Hope can open the eyes of the discouraged and those who have come to believe, “Why even try?”

What about when you needed a word to encourage another or lead yourself on to your next moment? A soft word or answer spoken at the right time could be a soothing salve to your hurting heart; refreshing or nourishing you and bringing a spark of life back into your soul. You have the words of life, and they are in your heart and your mouth.

I have witnessed over the years that anger or a lie would surface between others. There did not seem to be an answer to the tension which was building. Peace in the heart of one, just one, and a softly spoken word could or would break the tension and diffuse the anger or danger in the situation.

The Word of God says to seek him with your whole heart, and you will find him. Your whole heart and soul desire Him.”All you have to do is believe.” It is that simple. Now, when you hear, “watch your mouth,” you will know it can bring life, death, or a greater hope within you or to another. Remember: “Faith in hope will cause action through charity.”

Deuteronomy 4:29 (KJV) Proverbs 15:1 (ERV) Proverbs 18:21 (CEV)

The one who created Heaven and earth stills sits on His throne and loves His creation, unconditionally. The Word of God says, “And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God revealed in Christ Jesus, our Lord. (Romans 8:38-39, NLT)

Have you ever just have cried out to the Lord, “Which way do I go”? You know the times, Lord, and you know the way. My heart cries after you, and at times, I have felt so lost, but you are the answer to all my questions. Only you have all the life solutions for your children.

You have instilled in me not to try and escape but to search out and conquer in your Name. Most assuredly, I do not feel like a conqueror. (Good thing we don’t go by what we feel or see, hum?)

Lord, I sense you saying: “Press on, press in.” Did you think it would be all sunshine and roses? Some are born with an excellent massive suit of understanding. Why? My purpose for them merits this.

“You have the potential to overpower your enemies, in my Name, if you are walking in truth, with the knowledge of “who and whose” you are.”

“No weapon formed against you will prosper; every tongue that rises against you in judgment, you will condemn.” (Isaiah 54:17) Why? “All power in heaven and earth are yours…if, you believe!” How are you going to use this power I have placed at your disposal, inquires the Lord?”

“Are you getting the picture?” Who is in control? Is it you or the forces attempting to come against you? Will you allow the enemy to use what has been given to you, against you, as if it is his turn? You have choices to make every day. Make wise ones and follow-through, knowing, “He will never leave you or forsake you!” Amen.

Cherri

Depending on your age, it would be safe to say you haven’t truly lived until you turn around to look at where you have been, instead of where you are going. Every day of our lives, we should have that moment of reflection. Easy to get tripped up in the past and all our, “Wish I hadn’t said or done that’s.” It must be why the Word of God tells us to live one day at a time. Perhaps?

I have heard so many times, ” But you don’t know what they did to me!” Right, I don’t know, but He does, and he wants to bring restoration to all concerned.  Let it start with you. 🙂

Being able to repent is another reason to look back. It is so you can go forward with a pure heart in the Lord. I have on several occasions in my life been impressed by the Lord to make sure my heart was right and clean with all.  Unforgiveness is not an option. Argue all you want. When it comes down to it, little matters but to have a heart pure and righteous before Him.

Cherri

Where is your heart mighty vessel of the most, high God?

Where are your thoughts leading you? Have you faltered and missed a step, a dream, a direction perhaps?  Don’t listen to the plots or plans of the enemy to your soul. You are victorious in your advancement for the kingdom…do not back down now!  Where is your hope? Who but the vessel’s of the living God will make a stand for what is righteous and what is necessary?

Your assignments are now, and they will bring the desired results. What is accomplished through those who recognize the enemy for the evil he is, and stand against him with the Word of God, mighty exploits shall be done, and our God shall be glorified!

Remember: 

“Greater is he that is in you than he that is in the world!” (1 John 4:4)  Also, “I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (Mathew 28:20 NASB)

Cherri

Today is a fantastic day! How do I know? I am alive and ready to check it out!  How about you?

Have you ever thought to yourself, “Wow, I have so many things I wish I could share with others that would encourage them, but how in the world do I do it?” Right! Then I must be sharing the web with a zillion others just like myself.

In my heart, I know we all have a God-given assignment just as the Word of God says. In Psalms 139 (my all-time favorite chapter in the Bible,) I discovered He knew me and I was with him long before I was conceived by my parents. Verse 13 tells how He also formed my inmost being; He knit me together in my mother’s womb. Wow! Must mean we are something special to Him. “Of course, we are!”

Now the counter side to this…there is an enemy of God, and he really wants to take us out! This is roughly translated in the Word as “Steal, kill and destroy!” (John 10:10) Don’t let him. We have been given all authority in Christ, and it is our responsibility to “act and react” where all lies and treason are concerned.

I have had the privilege of growing for many years in the written Word of God.  Something I discovered is that his Word really is “new every morning”!  The Word of God has opened up to give us even more of Him and his fresh manna. This is available to all who hunger and thirst after righteousness. Is that you?

Cherri