There are times we cannot do it without confession, and the brokenness and humility it takes to ask Jesus for His help. Ultimately though, the choice remains ours. God will not force us to forgive. He does not force us to do anything - we choose.
The adversary wants to
see us fail, but if we can focus on Romans 12:3, and if we can meditate upon
this: “He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require
of you? To do justly, love mercy and walk humbly with your God [Micah
6:8] – then, we do well. Yet, we fight our flesh - daily.
With the help of the
Holy Spirit, if we discipline ourselves to carry this out, we do well. And we
can help each other, by encouraging one another with reminders, by forgiving
each other, and by praying for each other, especially for those who despise us, lie about us, or use us in some unfavourable way.
I find myself struggling at certain times in different areas - flesh is strong. There are times I must humble myself before the Lord and admit that without His help, I cannot succeed. If we believe that we can accomplish hard things in our own strength, then we deceive ourselves ...or a false doctrine/teaching does.
Jesus still extends His hand, offering His assistance - He does not force us. We humbly take hold. He must increase; I must decrease. Lord, help us forgive when the trespass has taken a life, or taken the health of an individual. Help us to forgive when it affects us in any way.
If you obey the commandment, not only will you be forgiven, but the
goodness and mercy of God will sweep over you, cleansing you from the stench of
bitterness and saturating you in love, and the peace that passes all
understanding fill you.
There is not one
person alive that does not need to be forgiven for something, if they have
lived long enough. We all mess up; we all have missed the mark; we all have
fallen short of God’s glory. [Rom 3:23]
So it is written in
the Word of God, so it is true. Consider deeply, my friend.
Paradigm Shift
Everything has changed.
Times have changed. Laws have changed. People have changed. The world has
changed. What used to be unacceptable and considered an abomination (bestiality,
pedophilia, witchcraft, etc.) is now acceptable, with laws pending to make them
socially and legally acceptable.
Woe unto them that
call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for
darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter. Woe to them that are
wise in their own eyes and prudent in their own sight! [Is 5:20,21] (Isaiah
chapter five is well worth the read, very fitting for this generation.)
Were we not warned? The
global lockdown was a speedy and sudden shake-up, to shock the world into
submission. All the earth grew quiet in March 2020, and the (earthly) powers-that-be
got drunk on the success of deceiving the masses, and ultimately, manipulate
and overpower them.
It was a successful
trial run. The real McCoy is soon upon us. Spiritual warfare is a reality that
is not going away. The world, as we knew it, is forever gone.
Ask the Lord to bless
your enemies, just as Job prayed for his friends, who were actually his
accusers and suspected, even accused Job of some horrible, hidden sin. [Job 42:10] They could
not see Job in a good light, or from a positive perspective – they labelled him
with negative tags.
Their lying
accusations were very persuasive; they had even deceived themselves and each
other. Yet Job had to RISE above the negativity, RISE above the
flesh (carnal nature), RISE above their betrayal and rejection; RISE
above the temptation to retaliate or seek revenge.
Job had to do justly,
which meant praying for his erroneous friends. He had to love mercy, which
meant his prayers had to be sincere in asking God to bless them. And it all
required humility before the wise, living God, Father to Job and to his
friends. Then he had to leave his prayer requests in God’s competent hands and
trust that He would handle his friends in the way best for them, for Job, and
for an eternity.
Evil Will Continue to
Increase
• an alert, an urgency regarding the
dark season that begins a couple of months before Halloween (September – Mabon;
October – Halloween; November – Samhain) – but do
not think this message is too late because times have changed, and the dark
season is extended
• warning that sorcery/witchcraft
will not decrease or have rest periods as in times past – the urgency is due to
its increased popularity, fascination (hypnotic) for the supernatural, and
multiplied activity which will continue to escalate and accelerate until the
appearance of the Antichrist, the Lawless one –
• the evil will
continue to gather worshippers globally, like the rolling snowball down a
snow-covered mountainside / increased wickedness [see Mat 24:12]
According
to scripture, there will be a three-year lull (false peace) before all
hell breaks loose upon earth, which continues until the return of Jesus/Yeshua
to rule for 1000 years.
• down through the past decade (2012
minimum), [and I can only speak for myself/this messenger – the Lord has
quivers full of envoys (messengers)], Jesus has frequently warned and reminded people to
be on guard during pagan holidays, and particularly during seasons known to be
highlighted or considered ’sacred’ to the occult, according to those who
celebrate pagan festivals; with some, but not all, using the Wheel of the Year
as a guide
Corrupting
the Innocent
• in 70s and 80s, television got
bolder with witches/warlocks/magic/occult – in the late 90s, Harry Potter was
not only popular on TV and movies, but part of the curriculum in several
Canadian schools, despite objections from many parents (Potter books are
known to have actual ‘rituals’, spells, and demon names in them).
This I can
vouch for firsthand, as my youngest child (my son) was told that
if he did not read the books, do the assignments or write the tests, he would
fail grade four. He was nine years old.
Most
parental protests or objections at parent/teacher meetings failed, or were
overruled. The year was 2000, almost 2001. Harry Potter had only been out since
the first sales release in June, 1997. That is how quickly the West was taken in by a book series promoting witchcraft, and the occult.
• Jesus has emphasized the ‘urgency’
in coming into alignment with His Word, in
alignment with more intimate time with Him [waiting on the Lord, with reverent
fear of the Lord, our first love], and (this is key, and absolutely crucial) in alignment
with His will, not our will: we are also
to be vigilant when it comes to spiritual battles.
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• warning of the times we have
entered into, in 2012, “Now it begins…” was a heads up about the
fast-approaching Great Tribulation; God’s people know, but many had to be awakened
(more are still awakening). (NOT to be mistaken as AWOKE!)
Some fell back asleep when the pressure died down.
Others
awakened but fell into denial, and even still (denial will not change
that which is prophetically written in the Bible) Many still have to RISE
and prepare. I ‘was’ (temporarily – few weeks) in that crowd, having
become discouraged by listening to the wrong things (flesh, the world and the
devil). But Jesus is faithful. He who sees the heart will not let the enemy
ensnare us. He leaves the 99, to go after the one (1) lost. Bless the Good Shepherd!
• a “crushing” is
happening akin to the crushing Jesus/Yeshua suffered in Gethsemane: multitudes are
feeling ‘crushed’ physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually – in one area
or more, with some suffering in all areas.
The toughest warriors
go through the toughest tests – not all make it, but the fact that you made it
to the tough test speaks volumes. It is okay; not everyone passes. Better to
know now than in the time of great trouble.
RISE
• in the article by
the same title (R-I-S-E), written a little over a week ago (10.20.23), I
went into great detail in an effort to reveal the seriousness of our incredible
Leader. He knows what we are capable of better than we do. If He says, ‘rise’,
it is because He knows we can do it. He believes in us.
He has not brought us
this far only to desert us now; only to throw in the towel and turn away. He is
not like that. He is an ever-present help in trouble; He is Faithful and True.
He is our strong tower, our buckler and the lifter of our head.
(Especially
when circumstances want to take us out, and we hang our head in humility,
knowing that only Jesus can help us now – and He does.) Satan is a liar. He
speaks in the first person, so that those fiery darts sound like our voice, our
thoughts – Satan, a deceiver, accuser of us all.
Our King and Lord wants
us to rise. Prepare for that which is coming. Remember His instruction, both in
His Word (first), and to us personally (in our spirit, which always aligns
with His Word and His character). Some are being asked to fast and pray.
This dark season is no game; it is a serious time, but we know who the Lord of
the battle is. He gives victory ‘before’ the battle.
• keep loyal to the King and Lord. And the crushing?
The breaking point? “Not my will, Father, but Your will be done.” It is
the only way, the wisest way, the best way to navigate
through this journey.
Keep your lamp filled
with oil. When one gives out and gives out, there must be a fresh infilling.
Why do you think Jesus spent so much time going off alone to be with the
Father, and to pray? He continually gave out. He continually needed a fresh
infilling.
Remember when the
woman with an issue of blood touched the hem of His garment? He wanted to know
who touched Him because He felt the virtue (power) flow out of Him. The
apostles laughed, stating that with such a crowd surrounding Him, naturally
someone ‘touched’ Him.
His inner circle of 12
did not understand that Yeshua knew that whoever touched Him was healed of
something because He was aware of the power leaving His body.
Be not dismayed, as we
still all have assignments to carry out. Each one is important, and each one
all fits together as the Body (of Christ - faithful saints) work
together as a team (that does not mean stealing from each other). [Jer 23:30]
Many Battles in Every
War
· The war is on
– multitudes have things coming against them that were unexpected, such as
tragic and unexpected happenings, relationships, health, finances, natural and
manmade calamities.
As for the
latter, in-depth research would reveal weather wars have been going on between countries for some time, particularly around 1943. It began with
cloud-seeding, which is still done today, but is denied. WWII (link for that
site published article Feb 2022]
It is not a conspiracy:
never was. Weather wars have been a reality for decades [40s – WWII], with
some countries being England, China, Russia, United States, Latin America, et al (the list would surprise most).
People suffering from
those in control, doing weather modification – a covert operation in plain sight. Few knew, but those in control and
had power and finances knew/know. Some of the record-breaking storms and weather conditions are due to man manipulating nature, such as volcanoes, earthquakes, whirlwind (violent windstorms - hurricanes, cyclones, tornadoes, etc).
Expect an increase in unusual violent storms unto destruction (blackouts, fires, floods -extreme). And the Lord Jesus/Yeshua, who knew the end from the beginning, forewarned about such things in His answer to His disciples about the last days. [mentioned briefly in Matthew 24] (See also: Luke 11 (earthquakes), Nahum 1:5,6, (volcanoes), Isaiah 29:6 (whirlwinds). Depending on the destruction caused, all can result in famine.
It is believed HAARP, as well as direct-energy weapons (DEW) have been utilized in weather manipulation; however, MSM (mainstream media), and governmental agencies adamantly have denied this for well over a decade.
A report from CBC is posted on YouTube from 16 (sixteen) years ago and is presented in two short clips. The 'conspiracy' theory and the rebuttal are interestingly reflected in these short films.
HAARP CBC Broadcast
Weather Control Part 1 || HAARP CBC --- Part 2 (Part two throws an unexpected curve when the orator mentions how Russia accused the U.S. of coverup, stating HAARP was tested and tried on the general public as a "mood changer".
When ‘chemtrails’ (or
as the more acceptable terminology calls it) -- ‘geoengineering’
became more obvious in the 21st century, less people were calling it
‘conspiracy’; however, governments were still denying its existence, even when
gov. house representatives brought it up in parliamentary or state sessions.
They were openly mocked, especially by opposing parties.
First, the public was
informed that the so-called ‘chemtrails’ were the typical contrails that are
seen behind jets, as water vapour turns into ice crystals at higher altitudes
where the air is colder above earth’s surface. The harmless ice crystals form a
cloud called ‘contrails’.
Next, the public was informed
it was to block radar from any enemies. And finally, now the powers-that-be and
global governments are admitting their existence, stating that their hope is
that ‘geoengineering’ can help them manage ‘global warming’ (climate
change).
This has been written
about extensively over the years, but Dane Wigington has spent decades and
dedicated immeasurable time and money into the topic of Geoengineering.
Although he is well respected in many communities, he still faces critics
regarding his work. People need to do their own research before critiquing.
DECEPTION in every area – globally [just as Yeshua/Jesus
forewarned] [Mat 24] – the very FIRST words out of the Saviour’s mouth
when He was asked what would be the signs of His return, and the end of the
world. [vs 3]
He answered, “Take heed that no man DECEIVE you.”
[vs 4] In a very short span, He repeated the word a total of four times. That
is how heavy and serious the deception will be (and is).
DECEPTION is at an all-time high, worse than Sodom, Gomorrah,
and Noah’s days – just as it is written.
This article is from 2011,
do it is nothing new: >> Weather Control as a Cold War Weapon
The Devil’s Shadow is
an Illusion Because He Now Leads in Many Churches
• Satan is a
counterfeiter, copycat, plagiarist, infiltrator, deceiver (father of lies,
no truth in him) – we are witnessing his counterfeits, which are cropping
up everywhere in Christian circles – one example being Christalignment (founded in 2017 approximately) [New Age and occult/witchcraft
disguised]
Jesus forewarned about
false ones rising up [Mat 24] Watch for the temporary withdrawal of the waves
of evil; then follow the Lord’s direction because the evil of the Luciferians,
Satanists, New Age flock, and much more will return to the masses like a
tsunami.
Guaranteed that if the
Lord Jesus is telling His weary ones, His battle-proven warriors to take heart,
then so is Satan/Lucifer busy on the RISE of his chosen ones, his so-called
remnant. The Lord warned about a noticeable darkness moving in late September in
Part 2 of the Consequences series (Anoint
the Shield), posted January 31, 2023.
If you go to the link,
scroll down to the 2023 picture. It is listed underneath there. At the time, it
was mentioned to four people in the physical, but also posted to the public in ‘Anoint
the Shield’.
Another warning for late November/December 2023 of darkness moving.
I believe these are events or things that will happen that people will find
disturbing, noting the evil agenda, but also irreversible. (laws? upheavals? digital currency/wallet?) I do not have specifics.
Darkness brings a ‘spirit
of heaviness’, and will throw it on anyone caught off-guard. Let us do our best
to stay alert, sober and vigilant.
The spiritually sensitive
(filled with the Holy Spirit) know it means the dominoes are about to
fall, and the restrainer is close to being removed. God help us all. May we be
considered worthy to escape the things that shall come to pass, and to stand
before the Son of Man. [Lk 21:36]
The God of Abraham,
Isaac and Jacob [Israel] is El Shaddai – the many-breasted one; the Almighty
God, the God of the mountains; Protector, power and provision, great
compassion, Nourisher [Gen 17:1] In Gen17:1, Abraham walks before God perfectly
(complete, mature, whole). We can too. We are loved.
Darkness Falls
The first time I saw the words “Darkness Falls”
in the physical was last month (Sept. 2023) when I was on a random ‘stop,
see, go’ [SSG] on a YouTube movie (It had the kind of title that sounded
Christian, but being uncertain, I picked spots on the video to stop [S],
see [S] what was happening, then go [G] on to another spot),
checking to see if it was something I should watch or not.
Admittedly, I was trying to find something uplifting for
a couple of hours to take my mind off of everything happening in this world. (I
know I am not alone in that. There are times we have to ‘turn it all
off’, and digest things. It is an interlude [sometimes], a
temporary break.
It is true that the flesh (carnal nature) likes to
be entertained, but the reality is that there are times that we have to slam
the door on things we see and hear, even if it is only for 10 or 15 minutes.
And there is time with the Lord as well. Need more faith to keep going, to keep
persevering?
So then, faith comes by hearing and hearing
by the Word of God. [Rom 10:17] NKJV
We can ‘hear’, but not ‘listen’. How many of you have
come across that. You tell someone something important. They nod, perhaps
comment, meaning they heard you. But something happens, and you find yourself
saying, “But I told you…”
It is then that you realize that they heard you, but they
were not listening. An old saying that explains it quite well is: “It went
in one ear and out through the other”, meaning it did not ‘stay’; it would
not be remembered. You did not have their full attention.
Despite moving on in the ‘SSG’ process, the words
remained heavy on my heart. I had already been praying and writing about the
season that is now celebrated and highly exalted all around the
globe by pagans, heathens, and by those who practice the craft (witchcraft,
dark magic, sorcery). The Antichrist is lurking in the shadows, awaiting
his time.
The message had to be acknowledged because it was almost
two months earlier (July 28 or 29, and next few
remaining days), when the Lord first placed the message heavily upon my
heart to alert the saints and the “ain’ts” to the urgency and seriousness of
the times, and the increase of merciless evil as Satan gets pumped up for his ‘short
time’. It will be horrific, blasphemous, murderous – mind-boggling.
We can be sincerely grateful to our Creator, who made
sure that we would know what to expect. All that has been written has happened,
is happening, or will happen. We can crosscheck the Word with today’s events
and see that this is true.
Returning to the video, it was paused for a screenshot, but
there are movies on YT that do not allow screengrabs. The screen blacks out, so
that all one sees is “darkness”. So, I took a picture with the
camera on my cell.
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Then, under ‘Info’ (information), I point
out the ‘File date/time’, which is 2023.09.26 (2023 Sept.26]. ‘Darkness
Falls’, September 26, 2023 – Eleven (11) days later, on October 7, 2023, Hamas
covertly hit Israel with a surprise attack. Eleven means ‘destruction’, ‘chaos’,
in the Hebraic meaning.
Underneath the words ‘darkness falls’ was a
picture of what appears to be a dragon in water[s], (river, sea). In
many biblical verses, the meaning of the word and the context in which it is
used is metaphoric, and stands for people, tribes, nations.
Understanding had not yet been given fully, only
partially, but it was all certainly noticed. The fact that the Lord was putting
the message in visuals (sign with words) hammered home the ‘urgency’.
Did it have to do with the witching hour? It is a time of
sacrifices, blood rituals, worshipping of dark ‘spirit guides’ (demons), and
false gods/goddesses – a time of death and evil gloats. Let us pay attention
and take the matter to the Lord – He rewards obedience. We need not fear when
He stands warning us ahead of time.
The dragon represents Satan (and anyone he influences),
sitting in water (sitting amongst us in the nations) or amidst the sea
of people (tribe). The book of Revelation speaks of Satan’s throne; it
must be in the Middle East somewhere.
The Lord went ahead of me and spared me. Luciferians and
those who practice witchcraft may conclude their success prematurely, but the
living God, Sovereign over all, is the victorious King and Lord.
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Again, and I was not looking for it, I came acros
‘Darkness Falls’ – five days ago, October 26, which is precisely one month ago
(Sept) to the day. The first shot was taken September 26…faithful to repeat. He
is so dependable. ‘You have our (my) attention, Lord.’
I took screenshots both times because under Information,
the date and time, and other details are recorded.
Turbulent Times
https://crossinthewilderness.blogspot.com/2023/01/season-of-consequences-great-and.html A shofar
was blown south-easterly (from Vernon, BC) out to the sea [nations]. If the
call is going out to the nations, then it makes sense that we should bow our
knees, and humbly pray to the Sovereign living God
Jan
1, 2023-Season of Consequences-Anoint the Shield Prt2 :
the word “war” was heavy upon my heart also, and is posted at link.
Also, “time of revealing”, from 2012 was posted again, Jan 2023,
the eighth paragraph down under: Need to Know Yesterday
There are many prophetic words, some of which have come
to pass, it may be worth another read, if so led by the Lord. A point made in
the article which deserves repeating, since we are creatures that need
reminding.
The Lord Jesus made it clear by the Holy Spirit that
although He has slowly been revealing [removing the veil of deception over
the years (for me, since 2012 on)]; people horrified by the
deception in our governments and their ‘special’ agencies, lying, betraying and
destroying their own people), there will still be much we do not know.
God is the only one Sovereign, who knows all things. We
could not handle it all. Look at us now, as things rapidly clash, collide,
spiral out-of-control into a chaotic whirlpool. Can you imagine if we knew what
God knew? We would have a meltdown.
In mercy and wisdom, He withholds much from us. Other
times, He withholds until just the perfect timing, which we think is always too
‘slow’, but God is an on-time God.
I will briefly expound on the word, ‘war’. Under the 2023
picture (above link also) was this message:
• PREPARE
– a word strongly upon my heart for 2023. In the first part of the Season of
Consequences, the Lord mentioned a “storm brewing”. Right now, we are in
the time of the ‘calm before the storm’.
• war
–
word keeps returning to my heart (civilian [civil] and nation – international)
war (also mentioned is upcoming famine and digital currency (wallet). Then I
wrote:
The
‘calm’ most certainly will not last out the year. How long I do not know, but as the
Lord has requested, take intimate time with Him, pray and wait on Jesus/Yeshua
daily for His guidance.
Waiting on
the Lord back then, I go a little more understanding. Seeing the month
September in an open vision (like a calendar page), darkness rolled over
the last few days of the month. Late November and December, another wave of
darkness (heavier, foreboding) rolled over North America, and the Middle
East. I believe that is what the Lord revealed to me.
Also at the above link, under the picture of drone dragon
(from a Sept.2022 YT video) and posted Jan.1, 2023, were these words.
The message began with a warning to look to the skies (in that post). Below are
the words that followed:
Keep in mind that mankind has a very real adversary, though many are
willing to serve him. Satan works with the flesh, in the physical realm. Be sober,
be vigilant, watch and pray.
That which is coming is not that which is expected. Fear will grip the
hearts of multitudes and their hearts shall fail them. My people were
forewarned by My Son that in the last days, deception would be so strong that
if it were possible, even the elect would be deceived. [Mat24:24] That which
is coming shall also be at an hour and in a way least expected.”
[End message]
Repeating the information, an alert. I urge you to not ignore it, but
take it to the Lord. I myself plan to do the same.
Perhaps a few days undisturbed with him…
Message Repeated – Cannot be Ignored
A whole month after the fact (now October), I was once again randomly
searching out videos, I came cross the same scene, and took a picture, along
with the stats
Darkness falls. Prepare – be battle-ready.
Stay awake, alert and pray.
The warnings of the dominoes being in place; the warnings
of the foreboding darkness [wave upon wave of darkness incoming, building
momentum], the warnings about the ancient spirits of the lands (demons)
being called up (in private and public rituals), pagan celebrations and
worship of idols, false gods and goddesses began after Obama’s second term
(this was written about in 2012).
The warning went out November 7, 2012, with three
chilling words from the Lord. “Now
it begins…” [posted 2013]
That was a year of warning [2012] about the downward
spiral toward the fast-approaching Great Tribulation foretold by Yeshua/Jesus. [Mat
24] The blatant celebrations and rituals displayed by the crystal-carrying
Aztec shamans (and the thousands with crystals who came from nations all
around the world), as they paraded across America, stopping at strategic
cities and carefully chosen spots, silently yet boldly, announced the fascination
and the increase in the occult activities, but particularly witchcraft.
Here we are 11 years after that announcement [Now
it begins…] watching the horrors happening in Israel, with all eyes
there, as well as upon China, Russia, Iran [Persia – think upon
archangel Michael and the prince of Persia [Iran]– [Dan10:13, 14].
Now the United States has sent fighter jets to Syria in retaliation
for the savage, incomprehensible Israel-Hamas attack that began October 7, when
hundreds, who were attending the open-air Tribe of Nova music festival [Israel], were
massacred [by Hamas - terrorists]. The U.S. has sent in thousands
of troops. [Oct 27, 2023]
It is a hard heart, void of compassion, mercy, or understanding
that takes delight in the destruction of families, the death and injuries of hundreds, the hostage taking of Israelis from babies to very elderly, and the
exodus of thousands as they seek shelter and safety. Satan, nature and evil
people cull the masses of God’s creation, and believe that they are doing the
right thing. Deceived!
We see the goodness of our Creator, and His fairness in
the warnings He gives.
Jesus/Yeshua sent out warnings randomly over the next
seven years [2016-2023], but He is faithful. However, October
2019, the Lord again emphatically warned, more powerfully than previous
warnings of heightened witchcraft.
Then, in December 2019, He granted visions
so strong and intense (comparing Elisha and the servant who could not see
God’s army waiting upon the mountain) that the urgency could not be
ignored. The silhouette of an ancient Israeli blowing the ram’s horn (shofar)
after the above vision, and the eerie words whispered to my spirit: “It
is time…”
The
trumpet had made a clear sound, but it was up to the people if they wanted to
take heed or not. Nearly everyone in the Bible who had a personal promise, prophetic
word or dream given to them had to wait for it to come to fruition. That
sometimes took centuries.
At that time, Yeshua was warning of a spirit of slumber
heavily covering His people; also that something horrific was coming and He
wanted us awake. In hindsight, we know now that just a few months later [10-11
weeks after the warnings], the global pandemic was announced and the entire
world went into lockdown (martial law).
Once
Upon a Mountaintop [two parts] were the forewarnings
that came from October 2019 to January 2020. A strong alert was made at a
Hanukkah [December] 2019 dinner celebration that I attended amongst brethren
that year. The warnings were so intense that the hosts wanted me to make an announcement,
which I did. People were to wake up, and seek the Lord for counsel and
direction.
There were 25-30 people at minimum, all various ages, but
over half were older adults. People politely listened, but the unbelief was
noticeable, and why not? Up until then, there had been a relative calm. There
was nothing in the news that alerted people to potential danger. I was
discouraged by the response – unbelief.
Faithfulness of the Lord – The Power of
Praise
Each year since 2019, the Lord has boldly and
consistently warned of witchcraft as evil becomes more aggressive and
rebelliously more visible. Not everything that comes against us is necessarily
spiritual warfare. Life itself presents its challenges, disappointments,
heartaches and battles.
The first warning about spiritual warfare that I remember
was in 1999 (a little shy of six years before I committed my life to the Lord),
which came to me in a dream. Jesus is the Word of God that was made flesh. [Jn1:14] I received in a night vision (dream), the Lord singing.
The song was called, Sifted as Wheat. The lyrics were inspired by Jesus' (Yeshua) words to Peter in Luke 22:31-34. He was warning me with the song that I should expect to be shaken severely, up and down, round and round, tossed to and fro.
It is about to happen again. God's people are being shaken. It is the Lord who lets you know if it is physical or supernatural.
Two posts ago, I had mentioned the musicians going out
ahead of an earthly king named Jehoshaphat and his army, to sing praises to the
heavenly King and Creator, the LORD of the battle, a just Judge and Saviour,
and to the beauty [splendor] of His holiness, a marvelous gift to
humankind.
The Israelites were coming against ruthless, merciless,
vicious enemies that outnumbered them.
First prayer was spoken by Jehoshaphat in the sanctuary:
If, when evil comes upon us, as the sword,
judgment, or pestilence, or famine, we stand before this house, and in Your presence (for Your name is in
this house), and cry unto You in our affliction, then you will
hear and help.
O our God, will You not judge them? For we
have no might
against this great company
that comes against us; neither do we know what to do: but our eyes are upon
You. [2Chron
20:9;12]
There is Still a Raging Battle!
It is important to understand that ‘singing praises’
was/is ‘not’ the battle itself. Rather, it is faith in action, the work
of faith, declaring the victory before (because of God alone) the
battle – a bold and courageous declaration of faith and trust in Adonai in the
corporate face of brutal and relentless adversaries [led by Lucifer/Satan],
whose pride has convinced them that God (and all of His creation) are
defeated.
So strong is the pride of the devil (dragon) that
it blinds him to the deception he himself is wrapped up in. So cunning and
persuasive is Satan/Lucifer that he convinced one-third of the then-holy
heavenly host to believe his words about ruling as ‘god’, and join him in
defeating the Sovereign God. Those who followed him also fell into deception.
There are and will be times where things come against us,
so forcefully, so persistently, and so repeatedly (an onslaught or as a
flood of troubles – one thing after another, or a continuous flow from every
direction) that we will know that it is beyond the natural realm.
Invading and exploding upon the mind, the onslaught
searches out the target, being the heart – where decisions are made to do the will
of the God one serves (whether the God of Israel, or a god of the pagans).
Satan’s final target is the heart of people because out
of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks. There can be no bitterness, no
hatred or malice. The heart is where we chose to do GOD’s will, not ours. This
is important for spiritual warfare It is the Commander-in-chief who has the knowledge,
wisdom and experience.
[…]: for the Lord sees not as man sees; for man looks
upon the outward appearance, but the Lord looks upon the heart. [1Sam 16:7]
Satan is a counterfeiter; infiltrator; copycat. He believes he can discern the
heart, but the purpose of Satan’s mission is for evil. It is to ‘steal, and
to kill, and to destroy’. [Jn 10:10]
Particularly in these dark, tumultuous end times, it is
most likely that we will find ourselves helplessly bowed down in the same
desperate place as king Jehoshaphat, not knowing what to do because we are
outnumbered, or the situation is overwhelming.
We need to instinctively look to Jesus, the answer to our
troubles, an ever-present help. [Ps 46:1] He is our strength, especially when
we are weak, but also when flesh begins to fear – (Lord, what’s happening?
Why is it happening?)
Faithful. True. Steadfast. Dependable – Christ Jesus (Yeshua
Messiah) is everything we need. I had to learn this, and I continue to
learn.
Prayer is powerful, not only as a priceless key, but as a
powerful weapon and an indispensable multifaceted tool. Combine that with
thanksgiving to the Creator [1Thess 5:18], then watch and see what the Lord
will do for those who wait upon Him in trust [Jam 5:7-11; Ps 130:5-7]]
My heart’s desire is to have more answers to share with
people, but I wonder if it is intentional on the Lord’s part that all of us are
limited in what to do, or lack full understanding of things.
If Satan became filled with pride and narcissistic as a
result of his beauty, his gift of music, and his wisdom, how much more would we
become the same way? Every single one of us struggle with pride.
Just like anything else, it all depends upon our
individual personality. I may be ridiculously proud in one area, and yet, very
humble in another. Many people are like that. It gets trickier when it comes to
family and friends.
Or pride may manifest when it comes to those we hold very
close to our heart. Or to our achievements or talents.
W-A-I-T-I-N-G:
One of the hardest and crucial disciplines, necessary to practice and learn –
yet rewarding
Armour of Light and Glory
Did you ever hear someone say that you have to ‘put
on Christ’? It used to really baffle me because I had no idea what it
meant, and when asking, one would get a smile. The closest I came to an answer
is that it [armour] is all Jesus.
Thank God for His precious and Holy Spirit who really
does teach us. The answer was there all the time, but I could not see it. The
Holy Spirit remove the veil from before my eyes.
† HELMET –
Salvation
Salvation is through Christ alone. We will take on the
mind of Christ, and He protects our thoughts (He keeps our head together)
†BREASTPLATE
–
Righteousness
Our righteousness is as filthy rags, but Christ places a
white robe of righteousness, HIS righteousness. He covers our heart, for only
He sees the heart. He puts a guard over it, for therein lies our will – and all
that we hold sacred, such as our first love (Jesus)
†
BELT OF TRUTH – Jesus
Jesus/Yeshua IS the way, the TRUTH, and the life. He is
the one who holds all our armour together. He upholds everything. We gird our
loins because of Jesus – He is the one who grants us ‘nerve’, who ‘prepares us’
for the difficult, and even the dangerous things we face
† Boots
fit in Gospel of Peace – All about Jesus/Yeshua
We stand on the Word of God, ever prepared if opportunity
arises to share the god news of Jesus Christ (Yeshua Hamashiach)
† Shield
of Faith – Jesus
God has given each of us a measure of faith [Rom 23:3];
without faith, it is impossible to please God [Heb 11:6] Our faith shields us
from the fiery darts of the enemy [Eph 6:16] It is all due to faith in Jesus,
the beloved and only begotten Son of God
† Sword –
Word of God – Jesus is the Word of God
Jesus is the Word of God.
For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper
than any two-edged sword, piercing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the
joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
[Heb 4:23]
And that is what it means to put on Christ Jesus.
Dressed from head to toe, from the strong helmet to
protect the mind from the fiery darts of the enemy; to the breastplate of
[Christ Jesus’] righteousness that guards the heart [where decisions are
made, such as the decision to do the Father’s will].
To the belt of truth that undergirds the armour, holding
everything in place – centered; and down to the sturdy boots, which is the
gospel of Christ upon which to stand – a firm foundation; wielding a sharp
two-edged sword [the Word of God, the unbeatable weapon given by God].
The shield of faith covers all, fully protecting the soldier of light.
•
Ever
looking to our Commander-in-Chief, Saviour, Redeemer, King, LORD Jesus/Yeshua.
Selah
Praise God before the battle, going ahead of the army.
However, a battle still approaches, and it shall rage. Singing praises assures
confidence in the Lord of the battles. Some may think that is all there is to
do, simply sing praises and the battle is over.
That is only the beginning. Jehoshaphat moved in the fear
of the Lord (awe, hope, respect, honour), and in obedience to His
commandments. [2Chron 17:4, 5l He sought the LORD, not another person, not the
prophet, nor did he go the way of Balaam. [vs 3]
Do not give up in the battle, no matter how it rages.
Remember the old adage: “The strongest onslaught is just before the victory.”
David Wilkerson said that people often give up in the last half hour of the
battle. Derek Prince claimed if people knew there was only a half hour left, or
even one day left (paraphrased), they would keep on in the fight,
knowing they were on the verge of victory.
Do not give up!
Rise, children of salt and light
Rise,
beloved brothers and sisters
Rise, saints of the living God
[NOTE*: The above needed to be pluralized from the original. The Holy Spirit (precious truth) reminded me that this is not about one person outside of Jesus the Christ (all that is written is about Messiah Jesus first).
Howbeit, this is about the "family" of the living God, the true, risen Yeshua/Jesus (He who was born of a virgin, crucified, died, was buried, resurrected the third day, and in due time, ascended into heaven). The time is upon us. [end note-BPJan2024]
Do not give into temptation and hand the
victory over to the adversary. He will mock, accuse, condemn – the goal being
to have God’s people give up [2Chron 15:7; Gal 6:9], wear down the saints [Dan
7:25], betray each other and fall away [apostasy]. [Mat 24; Rev 2:14]
All throughout the holy Bible, we are warned about all
these things. Expect the battles because the war rages until death, until we leave
these vessels of dust (to be with the Lord), or until the day we meet up
with the Lord in the air, and our bodies are changed into glorified bodies (no
more sickness, tears, heartache, etc.) Maranatha!
The enemies of the cross know how to deceive, discourage,
distract. Jesus is the LORD of the battle. We will never be perfect (as in
flawless or without making a mistake, but do not use that as an excuse to sin,
or as a way to get out of a failed prophecy. Take care before you say,
‘Thus says the Lord.’)
When the Lord speaks of being perfect, check context and
chapter. Search it out in Hebrew or Greek (whichever language the particular
book was written in). You will see that to be perfect as the Lord commands
means to be “whole, mature, complete”.
In other words, we keep on until we reach perfection,
until we ‘grow up’ and are complete, whole in Jesus/Yeshua.
Be strong
therefore, and let not your hands be weak [give up]: for your work shall
be rewarded. [trust] [2Chron 15:7]
And let us not be weary in well doing: for in
due season we shall reap, if we faint not [give up]. [Gal 6:10]
Keep strong, brother – sister. In Jesus/Yeshua, you have
got this! God has this; He is Lord of all things.
[…] Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit, says
the Lord. [Zech 4:1]
We find that the mountain (of troubles, concerns
and anxieties) greater than all our strength. Some will realize that Jesus
is the only hope – the only one we can turn to. Faith in Jesus motivates and
strengthens us. His Spirit completely covers us.
Retaliation, Spiritual Battles and Witchcraft
I should have forewarned people in the last article a
couple of months ago to expect retaliation, violence and hatred evident.
Knowing better, I should have readied myself; However, interference, interruptions,
familiarity (where we get too comfortable, knowing what to expect, which
causes us to let our guard down, thinking we ‘know’), day-to-day living, it
all has a way of making us forget, or to push aside any urgency. Satan is
ruthless.
The world [physical], our [flesh] carnal
nature [fallen], and the evil side of the unseen [spiritual]
realm is a reality, whether we agree or not. [Eph. 6] Nevertheless, the enemies
of the cross are not concerned about whether you believe or not. Neither do
they care whether you agree or not.
Lucifer/Satan only cares about being worshipped, adored,
celebrated, instead of Jesus the Messiah. If you do not do it, his agenda is to
steal, and to kill, and to destroy so that you will never know the abundant
life that is found only in Christ Jesus. [Jn 10:10]
Satan/Lucifer intends to rule the world, destroying as
much of Adonai’s creation as he can, replacing it with his own ‘creation’ (Artificial
Intelligence [AI], humanoids, transhumanism [bionic devices], cyborgs,
android robots).
Sometimes we all forget that we are in a spiritual
battle, and our flesh rises up. We can find ourselves sounding like anything
but a Christian. That is why we can relate to Paul.
For I do not understand my own actions. For I
do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate. Now if I do what I do
not, I agree with the law, that it is good.
So now it is no longer I who do it, but sin
that dwells within me. For I know that nothing good dwells in
me, that is, in my flesh. For I have the desire to do what is right, but not
the ability to carry it out.
For I do not do the good I want, but the evil
I do not want is what I keep on doing. Now if I do what I do not want, it is no
longer I who do it, but sin that dwells within me.
So I find it to be a law that when I want to
do right, evil lies close at hand. [Rom 7:15-20] ESV
However, there are times that common sense alerts one to
unnatural waves of negative forces coming against us; a supernatural deluge of
resistance that presents like a full-fledged battle. When the physical, mental
- emotional and the spiritual planes are all aggressively acting in opposition
to you, it is easier to arrive at the conclusion that one has to fight for what
they believe is right.
How I managed to navigate life without Christ can be seen
by the strewn wreckage that my choices and my sins left behind. This is another
reason the Lord has been patiently, yet urgently calling His people to draw
closer, deeper and longer with Him. The intensity and aggression in these
unpredictable times cannot be handled properly without the Lord’s direction,
strength and counsel.
Rolling, Rolling, Rolling
I thought the hospital was the height of the devil’s
mischief, but I was wrong. If something could go wrong, it seemed it did.
Delivery orders were messed up, hospital machinery suddenly not working. For
example, I had to wait one month to get a cat scan. My son even took time off
work to take me into the building because a wheelchair was needed and I could
find no one to hire to help me there.
After waiting twenty minutes, the technician came out.
She was extremely apologetic, but stated that despite all their efforts, they
could not get the injector to work – something that was a rarity to her. The
test that I needed required dye to be injected into my veins to highlight
specific areas that the doctor wanted to examine. The appointment had to be
cancelled.
It apparently happened just prior to my arrival, or else
they would have called me to cancel my appointment she said. It was a half hour
drive to where the tests took place, so that was an hour wasted trip.
Disappointed, yes – surprised, no.
Then, suddenly, I had charges on my credit card that did
not belong to me. Restaurant meals and movies at a cinema, spread out over
three provinces – Winnipeg, Quebec and Ontario. I see now that it is a blessing
that I do not have a very high limit, but even $100 is a good chunk of money to
me.
It is a blessing that I caught it so quickly. I had made
two small payments on the card so I had logged onto my account to see if the
bank had posted the payments yet, as I like to keep my books in order. The
payments posted, but whoever used my card basically used up what I had paid.
For six years I never had any problem with the credit
card, but now, bam! The card has been cancelled, but apparently it will take
30-60 business days to get my money back, once it has been investigated. The
electricity was off. Yes, the bill is paid.
It hindered my work, as I could not use my computer,
which meant I could not post my article. I could go on about the things that
were halted, hindered, delayed etc., but the reader gets the idea. Pain would
be excruciating at times, where Tylenol did not address it at all…only sleep
brought relief, and I have never been one to sleep my life away.
Depressed, exhausted by the constant and unpredictable
levels of pain, I did cry out to the Lord, asking why, and admitting that I was
at my wit’s end. Is our entire life a test? God is so good, so good to me…it
troubles me to groan toward Him, but where else does one turn?
Sitting on the edge of my bed, with tears rolling down my
cheeks, I glanced at the floor. There was an ‘S’ by my small bedside rug. At
first, I thought it was a worm, but that only made me think of Satan. S for
Satan? With some difficulty (knees), I bent over to pick up the object
and examine it, but it would not lift up.
It looked like black magic marker. That was not there
before. I had washed the floor dozens of times in the past year and three
months, since moving in. When and how did that get there? It was a couple of
days later that I tried again and it lifted up easily, yet the first time, it
was like it had been drawn on.
Rising Up
Such strange things happening, indeed, exactly to the
detail of how Jesus warned about. Darkness falls, and it is heading for
November. It was near the end of November and again, He had indicated December.
My birthday is near the very end of November.
Not my will, Father, but Yours be done. Thank You,
Yeshua - my Jesus…thank You! So, armour on. Singing to the Lord, to hurt the ears
of the enemy, and to glorify the Lord of the battle. Despising the work of the
”S” (snake rep), I refuse to accept it. It is not the Lord’s will, and He had
made that perfectly clear. I got rid of it and said, “As for me and my
house, we will serve the Lord.” [Josh 24:15]
Then out of nowhere I got hit with laryngitis. In all my
life, I have never had laryngitis, but I could barely speak. The upper chest
was congested; it seemed to arrive at the same time as the throat sickness. The
power-that-be are about to release another virus that will affect the lungs.
The first clue came with watching what was happening with
COVID-19, in 2020. Countless people who were put on respirators, and put on
oxygen, began having serious reactions. A great number, from young to old,
died.
I remember seeing a video of a young married couple in
their mid-20s. The husband got sick, and had asked his wife that if he goes
into any kind of coma or whatever, to make sure that they do NOT put him on a
respirator or oxygen. She intended to keep that promise.
I cannot recall now why she had to leave his side for a
short time, whether they had a little one, or if it was due to her work.
Nevertheless, when she returned to the hospital, they had him on medication and
oxygen. He died within a couple of days. Her insisting to take him off was
countered, and although she was next of kin, his spouse, her choice was overridden.
Incorporate Prayers for Health into Warfare
Prepare, soldiers. Seek God if you should fast and pray.
Remember there are different kinds of fasts.
Come against a ‘spirit of infirmity’, if that is the enemy’s stronghold.
If there is a tormentor, remember that the Lord does not give us a ‘spirit of
fear’ – love shuts the mouths of the lions (tormentors). [1Jn 4:18] Seek God for the
enemies that are coming against you in particular, or your family.
Do not forget ‘soul ties’, ‘generational curses’ (people
say those no longer exist, and they are right, but they are also wrong).
Sounds like an oxymoron, I know – but next article, we are going to get into
the spiritual warfare. Many, including pastors, have not updated to the 21st
century. They are still trying to fight machine guns and rifles with arrows and
spears.
Yes, the sword of the Lord needs NO updating, but bear
with me. All will be explained in the next article…Lord willing.
Positive versus Negative
As stated, if something could go wrong, it has. The
enemies in the natural and the spiritual realms are using psychological warfare
right now. Do not fear. God has informed you (are you reading this? Then, you
have been informed. Take all things [try EVERY
spirit to see if it is of God, my friend] to the Lord, as He instructed
us – all things.
There have been moments where I thought I would lose it,
or thought I had. The voices of many preachers shouted past my [spiritual]
ears. “Focus…”; “don’t look at the circumstances”; “don’t speak the
problem…”; “devil has no power over you…”; “walk by faith not by sight…”
All the statements speak truth, but what would they have
said to Job? Do you say these things to the parent with a child who has stage 4
cancer? Would you say that to a grieving wife who just found out her spouse was
kidnapped and beheaded by a terrorist?
Those are extreme scenarios, but there are serious
happenstances that occur that have no cut and dry answers. Every situation is
different. These are realities that happen every day. We need to be careful
with how we ‘encourage’ people, and not become desensitized when it
comes to their personal suffering.
There are other scriptures that differentiate between
enemies of the flesh (physical) or spiritual ones. Getting the Word of
God down in our heart will help us discern and to walk the walk of faith in the
will of God and to His glory. The Holy Spirit teaches us. Thank You Jesus.
Godly Instruction for Saints – A Command for
the Warrior
I am confident that most of us, if not all, can testify
to how fast time seems to be going these days. Even the youth (preteens)
have mentioned how fast things are going. That is a rarity with the youth who
are known for their impatience. [Are we there yet? (five minutes later) …Are
we there yet?]
There is a saying that is fast becoming a cliché, but it
is quoted as a proverb: “The devil is into the details.” The original
source is credited to Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe (German/American architect).
There is truth to the saying. I would speculate that the
counterfeiter, Satan, will go to great lengths to bring each dedicated [spiritual]
warrior of Christ to defeat if he possibly can, but he will not be successful
with those who are grounded [anchored] in Christ. Yet be prepared, for
flesh versus spirit itself is a very real battle (our carnal nature versus our
spirit).
One reason the devil may be “into the details” is
because he is not sovereign. He does not know what God will or will not do
because he lacks God’s wisdom. He does not know the future. Like us, he only
knows what God has revealed. If God so chooses to move on a matter, the enemy
knows not when.
Satan is into gathering as many details as he can in
order to continue in his rebellious actions against the living God. It is a
bloody [spiritual] war, which I have adamantly stated for 20 years. Anyone who
is serious about their walk and dedication to our Maker is instantly targeted.
The fiery darts will downpour so heavily that true
children of light will be bombarded with [flaming] thoughts (from the enemy
and/or flesh that the enemy influences). Thoughts to ‘quit’, to ‘give
up’, along with many other discouraging arrows that pierce the mind of the
sincere believer.
This is something I know I wrestle with, but I also know
that I am not alone in this. The attack is against the true believers, the true
Body of Christ. Keep in mind, and let it encourage you, that we have an
Advocate. Jesus fights on our behalf in the courts of heaven. We need not fear.
Cry out to God, as Jesus did in the Garden of Gethsemane,
whenever an onslaught from the enemy becomes overwhelming. I stand as one of
countless witnesses that His Word is true: He is an ever-present help in
trouble. [Ps 46:1]
That being said, I have chosen to give enough details so
that if someone else is going through similar, unexplainable events or
actions/words from others, it may help them to understand enough to take it to
the Lord. He will let you know whether it is the devil, the world or the flesh
(carnal/nature).
Remember that the world is locked into a space-time
continuum, whereas God is not, being the Creator of it. We have become a
generation of ‘instant’ and ‘now’. We are impatient when it comes to matters
that are important to us, or when we [feel] we need an answer tout de suite! (immediately).
We are in a war but God is the Lord of the battle. That is
not some cliché, but we still have our part to do, just as Jehoshaphat and his
army, as Abraham, as Moses, and as Jesus Christ the Lord Himself – we have
things we must carry out. Victory comes in many forms. Sometimes the outcome is
not the one we expect, but God will work it to His glory.
The laryngitis that took my voice out so I could barely be
heard lasted a little longer than 24 hours (likely about 30). I asked for
prayer, and I prayed warfare prayers as well. “Weeks” is what I thought I was
up against, so you can imagine my surprise. The upper chest infection is
dissipating. It has only been five days (and NO pharmaceuticals [medicine] - Yippee!).
This testimony is shared, not to make it all about me, and not to make a spectacle out of myself as some may call it, but it is:
[1] to show the faithfulness of the living God, El Shaddai
[2] to reveal it is a war outside of the physical realm [in the spiritual realm]
[3] examples are all throughout the Bible (Our Creator keeps us in the ‘now’, with testimonies globally, but if we are too proud or unwilling to be humbled and be that example, the Lord will find those who will let pride and ego go, in order to glorify Him.)
Are we not grateful for the people and events chronicled in the Bible that helps us to make choices, or reveals the consequences of sinful or poor choices? Were the ancient prophets or apostles accused of glorifying 'self' when they detailed their life with God, and/or the rejection of the people, such as Elijah did, or Jeremiah, Paul, Peter, or others?
They led by example, and I am convinced Christians today are to do so also. If the 'examples' messed up, like the beloved King David, we have the privilege of learning from his mistakes.
These were all real people, living in a real world, dealing with a real and difficult life, yet proved that trusting in God would prove His faithfulness, the truth, and also bring victory.
Proverbs 3:5-6 is something the Holy Spirit consistently reminded me of (and still does). My life brought forth trust issues that spilled over into my intimate relationship with Jesus.
I often state that there are 'levels' of trust, and like climbing a ladder, we must proceed one step at a time, in order to wave the 'victory' flag. We start out trusting Him for salvation, then deliverance.
We believe the Lord will help us pay a crucial bill, and work our way up (the ladder) to believing Him for the impossible. The outcome is His alone. Part of trusting God is holding fast to faith, love and hope, even when the outcome of a matter is not what we expected.
God is Omniscient [all-wise; all-knowing; having infinite knowledge] SOURCE: Oxford English Dictionary (All glory to El Shaddai through Jesus!)
We either choose to do as God instructs, or listen to the opinions and counsel of man. We do not obey for reward; we obey out of the love we have for our Creator. It is no burden; it is a privilege, an honour. Our Abba (heavenly Father). We love Him because He first loved us. [1Jn 4:19]
To be continued by the upcoming weekend…Lord willing
in the presence of His glory
Bonita dovesofthevalleys4@gmail.com
Addendum:
I sense strongly in my spirit that another season of 'suddenlies' and the 'unexpected' are about to fall again. One of Satan's strategies is the "element of surprise", but God is faithful to reveal things to His people.
Satan is a counterfeiter; his intentions are always evil. He is the father of lies and a murderer from the beginning. [Jn 8:44] We are nearing the end of 2023, and the warning of the Lord has been strong about the reminder of 'witchcraft', as well as 'spiritual warfare'.
This series will end on spiritual warfare, and how witchcraft participates from the dark side (by those who worship the devil), as soon as I am led to present it. Fragments and many notes are written down, but it is not organized yet, and work on that piece has not yet been started.
However, there is a time fast approaching where sudden and unexpected events will strike like fast, incoming 'waves' - the size and volume will vary (likely in the coming new year, since only eight weeks remain this year [2023], but I have no dates).
This will be like a two-sided coin because Satan has watchers everywhere. God is about to do things 'suddenly' and 'unexpectedly' because He is the originator of such action.
Satan (adversary, accuser), whose name was Lucifer (morning star, bearer of light) an anointed cherub above God's throne before his rebellion, and whose goal is to ascend above God [Is 14:13] (his pride has blinded and deceived him), counterfeits (copies, imitates) that which he sees God doing, or has 'overheard' God's plan.
El Shaddai, Almighty God, always knows what the enemy is up to; nothing takes Him by surprise. We can trust Him. In times we are afraid, or weak from continuous challenges, and observing the times we are in, we can take heart by spending time with the Lord.
We can encourage ourselves in the Lord, and when we need strength, the mighty and strong hand of God upholds us. He comforts us when we are overwhelmed and weary (and please do not let the religious succeed in making you feel guilty or ashamed when you have weak moments).
We all have them - so did Abraham [Gen 18:2], Moses [Ex 14:19], Elijah [1Kings19:5], and even Yeshua (precious Jesus) in the Garden of Gethsemane [Lk 22:43, 44]; all had moments of weakness also.
The flesh (carnal nature) wearies; it gets weak. Each time, for the forerunners just mentioned, the loving and Sovereign God sent an angel to minister. Friends, if our Saviour, our Redeemer was overwhelmed (imagine seeing all He had to endure, betrayal, scourging, nailed to a tree and so much more), you can be assured that we will or can have our moments too.
As I have always stated (as having learned it also over the years), is the fact that our safety net is the Lord...but it means taking everything to Him. We need that time with Him, and we need the time in the written Word.
Prayer and the Word, are two powerful weapons in our arsenal, but without faith it is impossible to please God. We must believe that He is, and we must seek Him. Heb 11:6] That theme is throughout this blog from the beginning.
The Holy Spirit has been very patient with me, and I am eternally grateful! Yeshua (Lord Jesus) is our everything, our strong tower, our shield, our foundation - everything!
The Lord has been instructing for numerous years now to prepare. And faithful as He is, He has been preparing us too. The trials and tests were not in vain. Going through boot camp prepares the soldier for war. The Lord is with us in our battles, but not every battle is ours to fight.
He will give us victory time and again, but ONLY if it is our battle to fight. And do not forget that it is written that it is appointed unto men once to die, and then the judgment. Death does not necessarily mean a battle lost; it may well be that person's appointed time.
Some are taken out before their time, but God alone knows all things. None who has ever lived can fully explain why God allows what He allows, especially when we do not like the outcome of a situation or matter.
That being said, there are past articles in the archives where examples were given from the written Word the times that God made it clear not to go into battle, and if His warning was ignored, there was great loss to the disobedient.
Pray about the suddenlies and that which is unexpected. Be prepared. It is not just regarding cataclysmic events, as the Lord has faithfully revealed for decades (earthquakes, windstorms (cyclones, tornadoes, hurricanes, etc.), volcanoes, sink holes, celestial objects (meteors, asteroids, etc.), avalanches, mudslides, and more), or wars, corruptions.
But on the positive side we can expect reports of healings, deliverances, salvations (especially coming from impoverished countries). For example: Revival
– Oct 5.2023, Africa, Brazil
Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and forever. [Heb 13:8]
It will be coming in waves - sudden, unexpected miracles. It shall be globally, spots here, then there. These things have always been; that is true, but we are in a time now where innumerable souls are crying out for healing, restoration, deliverance (both physical and spiritual), and salvation (for lost loved ones).
Or they are being lured away by seducing spirits, both by those in the world and by those (demons, Satan/Lucifer) in the invisible dark side, thereby rejecting Christ Jesus (Yeshua) or anything to do with Christianity.
How careful we must be because Jesus also warned that in the last days, false prophets would arise and do signs and miracles. [Mk 13:22; Mat 24:24] People will see certain prophecies by false prophets come true (or prophetic words spoken by some who are not being honest, but are secretly deceptive in some of their ways). They will also report to you signs and wonders that followed them.
God is not the author of confusion, but of peace (stable mind).[1Cor 14:33] Satan is the one who confuses and deceives. He is a counterfeiter. Watch for mixture (truth and false doctrine) as a sign of the counterfeit.
However, Jesus, in His wisdom and foresight, forewarned us that IF it were possible, even the very elect would be deceived. [Mat 24:24]
Let us not lean on our own understanding, but let us acknowledge God and allow Him to lead. [Prov 3:5, 6] Also, pray for increased discernment. Press in, press in, press in to time with the Lord, and in the Word. I have been discipling myself to do this too, but the times I fall short, I ask the Holy Spirit to help me. He does!
Pray about these things. So many await answered prayers, but we see in the Bible not everyone got healed, and it was not always because of unbelief. (guilt trips are plenty from some teachers - when a sick child, or good person dies, is it due to unbelief? Or will those around them be blamed? This is what I mean. However, in time with God, He stabilizes us. He comforts. He has compassion on the grieving.)
That being said, I am led to repost an article from 2008, when I was in the United States. However, the first post was removed along with five years of work, but I had printed numerous articles. The second post was in 2013.
And we remember that:
The testimony of Jesus (Yeshua) is spirit of prophecy. [Rev 19:10]
We Overcome - May 26, 2008 [5:44 pm]
We overcome by the blood of the
Lamb and the word of our testimony...
And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their
testimony; and they loved not their lives unto death. [Rev 12:11]
Suddenlies
Things that are coming will be as unexpected and as sudden,
as a
lost wallet that disappears immediately after a purchase. No amount
of searching will restore it, bring understanding or closure. Many people
will blame themselves. Most will blame others, but the multitudes will
blame God.
People will be suspicious of each other and accusations will arise
beyond measure. Countless will feel helpless and without hope. Things will
begin slowly and build momentum, like a domino effect.
Life will be frightening to them and they will not know where to turn.
Hard lessons will be learned. Some will cry out to God and repent
in spirit and in truth.
For there is now therefore no condemnation to those who are in
Christ and walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. [Rom 8:1]
But they who have prepared ahead have already repented and keep
a repentant spirit in their heart. They who put their trust in the Lord
shall be saved. The peace that passes all understanding will sweep over
them and they will offer up thanksgiving, despite all outward appearances.
They who keep a repentant heart and trust in the Lord will not fear; not be soon
shaken. They will rise up in His power and might. In the time of trouble, He
draws them closer and delivers them.
For they have heeded the
warnings and have received chastisement and correction, as obedient
children of the most High Almighty God and One TRUE Holy Father.
For they prepared their hearts
for the 'suddenlies' and the unexpected.
For He, who loves His children
will teach them, then test them.
He will lead them and guide them. He will forewarn and protect them.
Things that are coming will be
positioned like dominoes, with intent, strategically placed, with precision.
For He, who loves His children will teach them, then test them. Things coming
will have the 'domino effect', but God prepares His people.
They will sing to their Savior through tears, in the day of their affliction,
knowing that they are His. For who are they that are obedient? It is they who
were willing to learn obedience through the things that they suffered, as
did their holy Savior, Christ Jesus - He who learned obedience unto death.
It is they who pick up their cross daily and willingly to crucify flesh. Though
they stumble, they will rise and rise again. [Prov 24:16]
It is they who abide in Christ, knowing that it is not they who live,
but Christ Jesus, [Y’shua] the Messiah, who lives in them.
They considered not their own lives, but lay it all down, believing that
He who commanded them to crucify self, would also come with His
resurrection power.
Against hope, they believe in
hope. They believe in the words of their Messiah, Y’shua / Jesus who said,
With MAN it is impossible but with GOD, ALL things
are possible.
Walk By Faith, Not by Sight
Yea indeed, to walk by faith and NOT by sight, simple faith as a child.
It is they who understand the authority of His name, the power of His
blood and all that He did accomplish by being crucified, resurrected and
ascended by the power of His Father, the Most High Almighty God.
Yes, the true sons of God [those hidden in Jesus the Christ] are manifesting,
being united as one body [His body, His bride, the ekklesia (called out)]
through the Holy Spirit of the Most High. [Rom 8:19]
(Note* - I
believe the "true sons of God" are all those who are truly committed
to Christ - not head knowledge, but heart service. - BP2016)
Simultaneously, the tares are gathering, united as one in the 'spirit of
antichirst [- the false christ], (anti is 'against, instead of, opposed
to'...Christ') because their 'father' [Satan aka Lucifer, the dragon]
counterfeits [mirrors] all that he sees the Almighty do, for he is the
father of lies, a murderer from the beginning - the roaring lion who roams
around seeking whom he may devour.
These are the days to prepare. These are the days of testing and trying
the heart to see if you love the Lord your God, and to purge [purify] us
of all that is not of Him, to remove the dross in the refining; to remove
every spot and every blemish, for He will have a holy people. Do not fear
the days ahead, which we were forewarned would come, suddenly and unexpectedly.
Narrow is the road and strait is the gate; and few there are that find it.
For the narrow road is difficult with many trials and tribulation. By not
trusting and obeying the King and Lord, the love of many has waxed cold and
many fall away. This is already happening, it shall increase, just as Jesus
[Yeshua] foretold.
The love that waxes cold not only leaves its first love [Christ Jesus], but it
also lacks compassion and love for fellow brethren and the unsaved. They have
become desensitized as daily reports of lawlessness and brutal travesties fill
their ears.
Some walk with praise on their lips, but their hearts far from God, whilst
others are fooled by delusion for they did not seek truth, and
others still, just simply abandon their faith (apostasy). Dark, dark are
these days, but they are only a shadow of the greater darkness that
soon covers this world.
His children walk by FAITH and not by sight. They have learned
not to fear man, but to only fear [revere, honour, respect] their
Father God, understanding His great power and might. Their HOPE is
in the Word of God; they walk in the Spirit of LOVE - His
Spirit, His love.
Yet, love is also justice and
judgment. Love judges righteous judgment. We will love what God
loves and hate what God hates. Many in the Body of Christ are deceived,
believing what they want to believe, without seeking and waiting for the
counsel of the Lord. (Pray for people’s eyes to be open to see false
teachers and the wolves in sheep’s clothing, and ears opened to hear false
doctrines, and have the strength to depart from such.)
Instead, many blindly follow
after lies that have been cleverly disguised. There is mixture, like clay
and iron. Satan began in the Garden of Eden, but he did not stop
there. Truth has been twisted and lies are brilliantly presented. Satan is subtle, crafty and clever.
Ah, may the LORD, ALMIGHTY GOD,
the Great Spirit Chief keep US ever so humble and help US to endure now and in
all that is coming. May WE be considered worthy to escape these things, yet we
must love not our lives unto death. This world is not our
home. Father, help us all.
For the strait gate, where few willingly enter in, can only be entered in
through Jesus Christ (Y’shua the Messiah), and by the OBEDIENCE of those
who TRUST their GOD. Get ready. It time to prepare for the suddenlies and
the unexpected that shall come soon enough.
Selah
Original article: We
Overcome - (originally written in
2008-reposted 2013)
