Saturday, January 15, 2022

2022 - The Year of the Giant and Righteous PRT 2

                    

It would be best to start at the beginning. If you missed it: 2022–PART 1

Forewarned To Prepare for Battle

The last time the Holy Spirit forewarned me about a spiritual attack and warfare was in February 2021, just before I moved to the home I am in now. The warfare was indeed intense, and I was also unwell then too.

The last two years (since May 1, 2020 and even more so since May 25, 2020) have been an incredulous and unbelievable challenge (many battles), but I am grateful. From listening to others as well as some reports I receive, these ‘battles’ have been the norm for God’s dedicated disciples.

And despite what some might think, the increase in battles does not automatically prove one is doing something wrong or is hiding sin. In fact, it is more indicative of one doing everything right, and thus, they are a threat to Satan’s kingdom.

The Lord has His army of saints…always has, always will. And down through the ages, we encourage one another to be strong, and to remember whose army we are in and the King we serve under (Jesus Christ/Yeshua haMashiach)

Onward Christian Soldiers! (version sung by Gaithers)

As the English hymn, written by Rev. Sabine Baring-Gould (1865) encourages:

Onward Christian soldiers!

Marching as to war, with the cross of Jesus, going on before. Christ, the royal Master, leads against the foe; forward into battle, see His banners go!

At the sign of triumph, Satan’s host does flee; On, then, Christian soldiers, on to victory. Hell’s foundations quiver at the shout of praise! Brother, lift your voices, loud your anthems raise.

Like a mighty army, moves the church of God. Brothers, we are treading where the saints have trod. We are not divided; all one body we. One in hope and doctrine, one in charity.

Onward, then, ye people, join our happy throng. Blend with ours your voices in the triumph song: Glory, laud and honour unto CHRIST, the KING. This through countless ages, men and angels sing.

Onward Christian soldiers!

Marching as to war, with the cross of Jesus, going on before.

It is said that the hymn was inspired by the following scriptures:

Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord your God, He it is that does go with you; He will not fail you, nor forsake you. [Deu31:6]

You, therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. No man that wars entangles himself with the affairs of this life; that he may please him who has chosen him to be a soldier. [2Tim 2:3, 4]

Jesus–Yeshua, Lamb of God, worthy, worthy is Your name! (All Your children agree)

Enter into His Gates with Thanksgiving

The reason for thanksgiving is because the Lord, in His wisdom, allows things to happen that cause growth, and purges the dross. He has brought (and continues to bring) about solid changes deep within that may not have happened otherwise.

It is through the worst of times, when it seems all have deserted us, or we fear that those closest to us may not understand, that our aloneness can consume us. But when we come to that place of unassuming humility, crumbled upon the ground in utter brokenness, contrite in spirit, admitting our need of Jesus and our helplessness, it seems then that His arms embrace us and lift us up.

Rejoicing over the One Lost

He carries you like the weary lamb who wandered away, innocently chasing after the allusive butterfly, only to stumble and slip over the edge of a precipice. There on a ledge with no means of escape or help in sight, the little sheep cries out.

It seems like an eternity and the little sheep has all but given up, as he reflects on that which caused him to take his eyes off the Good Shepherd and away from the safety of His care.

O the hard lessons learned when we allow the things of the world, or that which is the created to become more important than the Creator. Lying alone on the cold ledge, soaked in the tears of regret and hopelessness, a weak cry sounds out in the darkness.

The little sheep finally sees the agape love the good Shepherd freely gave, but now surely the Shepherd has forsaken him, and justly so. A roaring lion lurks nearby and the sheep trembles.

“Please don’t leave me here like this…where are You? Come to me…forgive me! I promise I won’t wander away again…” Staggered sighing amidst many tears fill the darkness once again.

Suddenly, surrounded by gloominess, something lifts the little one securely from the cold ledge. The humbled sheep is lifted up, and a protective embrace holds him close to a warm bosom.

Even in the murk, he is aware of the presence of the Good Shepherd. If only he could see the blood of the Good Shepherd that now covered the wayward sheep. The sheep did not know the cost yet, but his heart rejoiced in being saved.

The rejoicing was real, and all the angels joined in the celebration, for the Good Shepherd had left the 99 and had found the one who had gone astray.

How do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep, and one of them be gone astray, does he not leave the ninety and nine, and goes into the mountains, and seek that which is gone astray?

And if it be that he finds it, verily I say unto you, he rejoices more of that sheep, than of the ninety and nine which went not astray. 

[Mat 18: 12, 13]

I am the Good Shepherd, and know My sheep, and am know of Mine. As the Father knows Me, even so I know the Father: and I lay down My life for the sheep. [Jn10:14, 15]

O beloved, if you find yourself outside of the sheepfold, and your heart longs to hear the Good Shepherd call them, so that He may bring you too into His fold, hear the words of He (the Messiah, the Christ) who is the same yesterday, today and forever. Hear the Word of the one who is the [only] way, the truth and the life.

And other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear My voice; and there shall be onefold, and one shepherd. [vs 16]

He always told me that first the inside of the cup must be cleaned, then the outer… In fact, 10 years ago that is the title He gave me for my testimony: “First the Inside of the Cup”. He does this with all of us, cleans up the inside, purging, purifying, circumcising the heart. He does His part, and shall continue until the day we join the Lord; however, we have to be willing to do our part (work with Him).

Not only that but the trials, hardships and battles have brought me closer to Jesus and deepened our relationship. Intimacy grows until we become inseparable; not even a hair can pass between us; we become that tight and close. Eternity will be amazing! All praise, respect, glory and honor to King Jesus/Yeshua.

I will not delve into it here, but what I would like to mention is that the ever-faithful Holy Spirit forewarned me not only of a serious, very intense battle ahead, but also assured me of VICTORY.

Indeed, once again, every area was hit, and the flesh, the world and the devil came against me with such an intense onslaught that once again, I honestly did not know if I would make it through the battle. Yet, the Lord remained with me every step of the way, often strengthening me.

Doors Were Closing (Slamming) Shut

Yet, less than a week after the Lord warned me of the approaching battle, He confirmed His promise of victory in an unusual way. I had been preparing to move, as the Lord had made me aware, deep within my spirit, even though I had only been living in the RV for a little over five months.


This was back in February, 2021. I had not been joyful with the news about moving because I had barely gotten settled in, but was once again, unwell. Yet, in my heart I wanted out of the RV. The constant stress and maintenance problems, not to mention the astronomical cost with heating bills and electricity, were only managed with God’s help.

The stress and pressure seemed to be continuous for 11 long months, having begun with my previous landlord. It was so constant that it prompted me to move and take the first available place, which was the RV.

The previous landlord and I had gotten along splendidly for the years I lived there, until she coveted my apartment to move in. When I watched what resembled a “cross” being taking down from a property seen from my kitchen window, the Holy Spirit let me know it was time to move.

My heart was heavy. I had enjoyed being in the little home. However, with the Covid lockdown, the landlord decided to sell her million-dollar acreage, with plans to move into my apartment in the building she owned.

She just had to figure out how. Well, in retrospect I can safely say that the Lord allowed what He allowed to make it easier for me to move, since He knew how I had cared for the place and the “comfort” I had felt there. He was closing the door.

The Allure of Covetousness

Woe to them that devise iniquity, and work evil upon their beds! When the morning is light, they practice it, because it is in the power of their hand. And they covet fields, and take them by violence; and houses, and take them away: so they oppress a man and his house, even a man and his heritage. [Micah 2:1, 2]

A busted water pipe and mice infestation were the landlady’s opportunity to try and get me out. Over the course of my five years of residence, I had slowly invested money fixing things up, paint, rocky tiles and numerous plants and flowers that made up five separate gardens that the other four apartments could enjoy.

Five long months the landlady delayed repairs. The place was small. The reality was that repairs could have been accomplished in a week, two at most, but it was intentionally dragged out to frustrate me enough to want to move.

It is a long story, but 2020 brought out the worst in some people. Covetousness and greed were what overcame the landlady. There is much to it. I was also dealing with Wiccans who were close friends of hers, who also lived in the same building.

Delays in promised dates of repairs, excuse after excuse, constant emails, phone calls and text messages added to the stress and confusion. Suffice it to say that it was a constant battle from the end of April to the beginning of September 2021, when I finally moved into the RV about a half hour drive away.

The Great Dragon, The Ancient Serpent

And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent, called the Devil and Satan, which deceives the whole world: he was cast out into the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. [Rev 12:9]

Out driving one day, I had literally just asked the Lord what was going on, why was all this happening. It was July 2020. I had stopped at a light, and there across the intersection, in a small strip mall, the Holy Spirit drew my eyes to a vehicle that was parked outside a store.


The light was long enough that I was able to quickly grab my cell and take a picture. There on the side of a white car, a viper was painted. It was red with a black head, with stripes of white and black.

My heart was pounding. It was happened so instantaneously after my question that the connection was unmistakable. How often do I need to be reminded that we do not war against flesh and blood, but against principalities, powers, rulers of darkness and spiritual wickedness in high places?

The black head represented the latter two (ruler of darkness aka Satan) and for the situation I found myself in at that time, spiritual wickedness represented how sin opens the door for wicked ones in the spiritual realm to step and influence.

My landlord called herself a Christian, but her fellowship with witches (self-professed Wiccans), as well as the allure of covetousness, had drawn her far away from Jesus. I had slowly watched our amicable relationship dissolving, but never saw what she was up to coming.

A month later, I saw the viper car again. I understood that the stripes meant “division”, a favourite scheme of the devil. The Lord “separates” for our good, as in the separation of wheat from tares, or sheep from goats (which brings peace), but division is to destroy and to accomplish chaos and confusion. Satan is the author of the latter. [1Cor 14:33]

The serpent Satan does not give a warning when he is about to attack. He strikes hard and fast. Satan seeks to divide in the midst of confusion and chaos. That was exactly what was occurring. I was doing battle against the ‘unholy’ prayers and the word curses of the Wiccans too, who wanted their friend to live where I lived.

A Test of the Heart

I was angry about the deceptive way the landlady went about getting me to move, the undue stress, and constant pressure of texts and calls. The suddenness of it all, and seemingly out of nowhere. It was all so underhanded and unexpected.

I finally gave my notice at the beginning of August; the stress, unnecessary living conditions, combined with the words, “You can always move”, anytime I asked about repairs wore me down. The Lord had guided me all along, which I saw more clearly “after” I moved.

I went through the gamut of emotions, as anyone would in the same situation. Yet, it was precisely at the vulnerable emotional time that the Lord asked me if I would pray for the landlady, as well as the Wiccans who strongly influenced her.

It was not easy to pray because I liked my home; it was affordable. But the stress, the “looks” the three would give me (all part of the plot to make me move so the landlady could take over), the cracked cement floor that constantly allowed bugs to come up from outside…yes, it was hard to pray.

But once one begins to pray, it gets easier, a mercy from God I’m sure. And obedience truly does move the hand of God. He honours obedience to His Word. I saw that car again before I moved. It was a reminder to who we really war against.

Covetousness Brings Yet Another Battle

At the end of the fifth month in the RV I had moved into from the apartment, the Power of Attorney (POA) for the landlord wanted out of the responsibilities of being a “landlord”, responsible for maintenance repairs, real estate agents and more.

He was an elderly shop owner, a life-long friend of the man who owned the RV. He lived six hours away on the coast, so everything had to be done long-distance, either by phone or email.

The RV owner was not mentally capable of looking after business. Alcohol had ruined yet another life. If the POA managed to sell the RV, not only would he be free of the responsibilities, but a tidy sum of money from the sale tempted him.

No in-depth details will be given here, but once again, 2020 was indeed proving to be a pivotal year, bringing about sudden changes and seemingly, covetousness in people. Was fear the motivator?

But the beauty of this story is the way my faithful Lord not only informed me that another intense battle was about to ensue, but the way He confirmed a promised victory was outstanding!

In His wisdom, in the heat of the battle, when emotions are high and anger is justified, the Lord calls me to pray for those coming against me (and in that case, fraudulently). Though still weary from the previous battle, I obeyed.

The Lord helped me to pray with a right attitude and heart condition. It was all rather astounding. Easy? No. The flesh longs to justify anger. Bitterness longs to take hold and embed a root deep in the soil of the heart.


It can be hard to remember at times that we are not warring against flesh and blood, but against dark forces. Yes, sinful people are instruments in the enemy’s hands, as he motivates them with the temptation of giving them what they desire, IF they carry out their sinful deeds.

But I was to remember two things. Firstly, we all have sinned and fall short of God’s glory, and secondly, we war against Satan and demons as Ephesians 6 states.

The Dragon Makes An Appearance

When I had been given a two-day notice to vacate the RV, which the fraudulent papers were enforcing, I was driving and praying again. I knew that I could fight the two-day notice since I had the original papers, signed.

But with the Lord’s help, the two-days were extended to month end. By this time, I had less than two weeks to find a place. So, during a driving session to try and find a place, I was praying.

No sooner had I once again asked the Lord about the situation, I pull into a parking lot. Lo and behold! Right in front of me was a silver car with a dragon painted on the side. My mouth literally fell open.

The viper car was amazing enough, but a dragon car? Incredible. Since I was parked, I was able to get pictures. Less than a week later, I saw the same car again – confirmation of the real foe. in the same timeslot, a strange dream was given me.

Red and white striped spiders were coming out from under a blanket. I was calmly killing them, but sounded frustrated (in the dream) when I said aloud, ‘Where are they all coming from?’

After several red and white striped spiders came out and I killed them, about four or five green and white striped spiders came out from under the blanket. They met their demise with the shoe I smacked them with. Then, a few more red and white spiders were coming out – I awoke.

I do not particularly like spiders (except Daddy longlegs; they're okay), but for some reason I did not get the willies from the dream. What puzzled me were my words that asked where they were all coming from. I did not see anyone else in the dream.

With the stripes, again, I understood it meant division, and I understood that it would be by the enemy’s hand. The spiders appearing from under a blanket showed me that though they were hidden (undercover), they were made to come out from under the ‘covering’ (blanket), and thus be exposed.

It would make more sense if I told the story, but police (incident was out of their jurisdiction), government officials, wealthy leasers, members of First Nations and others were all contacted, but all said they could do nothing.

Were the spiders representative of all the people I would be in contact with trying to get the pressure off to move so quickly? There definitely was division. It was right about that time that I had been out driving when I looked up to the skies. It had only been a few days since I had seen the dragon car again.

The clouds immediately made me think of the dragon. The way the clouds were formed made it seem so eerily like the dragon painted on the side of that car I had seen. It was as if the Lord was keeping me focused and calm, remembering that my warfare was not against flesh and blood. Bless the Lord!

Despite having solid evidence (documentation), and proof of a myriad of lies in my hand, I found myself literally in a “lawless” loop. It was then (March 2021) that I understood that prophetically we were now in a time of lawlessness.

Victory!

But thanks be to God, which gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. [1Cor 15:57]

A few days later (March 2021), I read a promising scripture: For whatsoever is born of God overcomes the world: and this is the victory that overcomes the world, even our faith [1Jn 5:4]

I was packing up some things when I happened upon a candy dish. I had not remembered it, but when I lifted the lid, it was filled with mints. But there amongst them were two coins. The coins were Canadian souvenirs that had been minted in 2020 to commemorate 75 years since the end World War II (1945).  

There were TWO coins, and this was the SECOND time the Holy Spirit was assuring me of victory. I had also seen the dragon car twice. Once again, I was sick with pneumonia again. (Yes, I know. I am almost positive that I have had Covid that went undiagnosed possibly in 2019, which would explain the recycling).

It is true that Covid was not announced until late-December 2019 in China, and not considered a pandemic until March 2020. However, there are testimonies from others (globally), who are convinced they had Covid-19 before it was announced.

All the symptoms, including the ones that are sometimes long-lasting in the aftermath, are identical. Once again, Satan seemed to hit every area. Yet, not only did the Lord forewarn me, but He graciously granted me signs and confirmations.

Not only did I not remember the candy dish having mints, but no matter how hard I try, I do not remember ever having those coins in my possession, let alone placing them in the bowl of mints.

I am not a coin collector, and each coin is a tooney ($2 coin), why would I tuck them away inside a wooden bowl? It matters not. How often have we heard other people try to explain the unexplainable, or try to reason out matter?

Notwithstanding, I am happy to report that just days before I was to vacate the now-sold RV, the Lord provided a home for me. The Father’s signature is recognizable to His children, and I give Him thanks. The promised victory did take place.

2022

lawlessness shall increase and be more “in the face” (multitudes to be personally affected by the actions of the rebellious; those holding hands with the [spiritual] forces of darkness)

witchcraft continues to be carried out covertly (plots and agendas), but also [proudly] displayed in the open, even glorified by the world

division will increase in numerous areas (hence: where are they all coming from)

exposed – many things that have been kept “under cover” will be brought out into the light

victoriesfor those keeping in the will of the Lord, for every battle will be a victory. How long a battle lasts is never known, but Jesus (Yeshua) will stick with us through them.

These things will be handled calmly as we keep the Lord as the captain of our ship.

Another Test of the Heart

Once again, after many tears and frustrated prayers, Jesus urged me to pray for all involved. I wanted justice, to expose the lies and the fraud. There was sufficient evidence, but it was not the way the Lord wanted me to go. Prayer was His request.

He also had another request, one that took careful consideration and was most difficult to release the opportunity and trust in the Messiah Jesus. After several phone calls and investigation, I found that I could gain a minimum of $5,000 from the first landlord that had pressured me in underhanded ways to move.

Suffice it to say, pictures of damages done by the mice, receipts and other documentation would solidify the judge’s decision in my favour. How very tempting to carry this through. I had lost a great deal financially due to her antics.

The first request was to pray for the POA, his friend and all those who turned a deaf ear to the truth, thus allowing the injustice of being forced to vacate the rented RV, with less than one month’s notice (it had originally been two days, but God…)

For the request to pray for everyone involved in the RV case, including the POA and the owner [it took a few days but finally;]: “Yes, Lord”, and I truly did. With the help of the Holy Spirit, I genuinely forgave, released them all into God’s capable hands, prayed for their salvation and for them to be blessed. (Job was my example)

The harder request, after much struggling, more tears and prayer, I told the Lord that I would not pursue justice from the courts to recover provable losses, despite the advice from pro bono lawyers.

Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord. 

[Rom 12:19]

We can be sure that just as God handled us when we walked in our old ways and sins, He can handle those who come against us. He does not see as we do, nor does He respond as we would. His wisdom and understanding are beyond us. He rains on the just and the unjust.

He has given me the peace that passes all understanding, and I can honestly rejoice in His love for me (and yes, for others). Like I said before, we will not understand everything the Lord allows. We will not receive all the answers, but we learn to trust, and we can rest in Him!

When our hearts are tested, we will not always know it. And it is guaranteed that we would not choose the tests that God chooses, but what is important is whether we pass the tests or not.

Will the Lord find love and good fruit? After all the work, time and patience He has invested, I truly hope so.

Satan Desires the Spoil after the Battles (Steal, Kill, Destroy)

I once knew a man (who turned out to be a pedophile), who often made the wisecrack, “The devil made me do it.” (justifying his sin through blame; mockery).

The thief comes not, but for to steal, and to kill and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. [Jn 10:10]

One time I saw a demon, who stood about nine feet tall (the room had 10-foot-high ceilings). He had some kind of form, but not one that can be described. His presence was so dark that I could not make out his face, yet somehow, spiritually, I knew he was looking at me with the greatest hatred imaginable.

The sense of evil was so overpowering that I myself trembled and was fearful. I was not saved, but since age six, I had always believed in God and Jesus, and loved what I knew about them – still, I was unsaved back then. Yet, trembling, I prayed!

The foreboding presence stood (in the dark of night) at the foot of the bed, on the side I slept on, for what seemed to be an eternity, but was likely only two minutes. My (then) husband was in a drunken sleep.

What caused me to open my eyes I do not know, but I saw the night-darkened room literally grow even darker, much like a rolling wave, before the demon manifested. It took a few moments before I could see him.

I was married at the time with three children, ages being nine, almost ten months, four and seven years old. My (now long-ago ex) husband had refused to pay the rent (long story, short time). The landlord kept placing a Ouija board (with the word “goodbye” stamped on it), where it could be easily seen in the basement.

There was a pantry in the basement for our canned goods and a root cellar for potatoes, onions etc. The landlord kept one room in the house that was off-limits to us, meaning we could not use it.

It was an office that he used during the hiring and harvest season on the 100-acre vegetable farm. Twice I threw the Ouija board back in the office. The third time he placed it, I broke it over my knee and threw the two pieces back into his office.

I do not remember how long after the board was broken that this demon (a principality) appeared, how many days, but it was less than a week or two afterwards. I only remember because everything fell apart in the family then too, never to be repaired.

Even still, not being saved, I never connected the two (board and demon). It was quickly that an onslaught of horrible events began to happen. The (rented) house was lost, obviously, due to eviction.

Less than a month later, the marriage fell apart, my husband and I separated, which ended in divorce three years later (he divorced me; he had found another woman). The baby boy, my son, almost died of double pneumonia, and I will not say here what happened to my two daughters, but Satan used sinful people to come against two innocent little girls.

The Thief Returns

Fast-forward to ten years later, one of my children, who was then a young teen, was staring blankly into the kitchen. When asked what she was looking at, the response was, “a demon”.

Not to be easily swayed, I asked what this “demon” looked like. What the young girl described was identical to the demon that manifested itself to me, long ago. (This was still four years before I was committed, but God was working with all of us.)

She was never told the story of the demon that appeared 10 long years ago. I asked where he was and she said he was standing by the kitchen door. In truth, I did not see him that time, but by description, I knew the principality was back.

The only “open door” I could see at that time was the fact that I had been heavily medicated by a doctor who misdiagnosed me. (That doctor eventually lost his license to practice medicine anywhere. The news report was sent to me.)

It was in that weakened and broken state, combined with me not being saved, that the enemy saw a way in. I could tell my daughter was afraid, and I do not know why I said what I did, but it had to be the leading of the Lord.

I said, “Don’t worry, he’s not here for you. He’s here for me.” When she asked why, all I could say is that I did not know, but that I was not afraid, God is watching over us. My children were attending church (I always gave them the choice because I knew it was not something that could be forced.)

As for me, my attendance was not regular. My children willingly attended; perhaps at that young age it was for social reasons, nevertheless, seeds were being planted. I had no hesitation in driving them or picking them up. We lived far out in the country and social interaction did them good.

It was approximately six to eight weeks after that demon was seen by my daughter that I died from an accidental overdose. I had taken one too many muscle relaxants to try and dull the pain of my broken heart.

My children were involved in a court case against their own father, and watching their suffering broke me. I was well aware that the Lord had appeared to me (22 years earlier) in my first-ever vision, to let me know the man (their father) was not my husband.

Even though I was beaten beyond recognition at the time, fear filled me and I re but rejected the Lord and what He showed me. That was when I became blind (spiritually) and fell into self-deception. It was so very difficult to forgive myself.

A close friend promised to watch the children as the ambulance took me away. Apparently, my death was only for a minute or so, but the doctor had informed my daughter by phone of the death. I do not remember it. I had no heaven or light at the end of the tunnel experience.

However, I do remember seeing myself in black (likely my filthy rags since I was yet unsaved) standing looking at myself (perhaps it was a dream). But I heard a voice behind me saying, “No more will you touch this temple…”

I understood that some enemy (the dark principality??) was being addressed, and he was forbidden to kill me before my appointed time.

All this was shared to reveal how serious I take the matter of spiritual warfare, and how careful I am about placing blame on the devil. We fight our flesh, the world and Satan and his armies, so our battle is in any one of those three areas.

Yes, spiritual warfare is indeed a reality, and Satan is really ramping it up these days against mankind.

Messiah is our Victory!

2022 – fear not the battles that are impending

It is no game; it is a bloody war with endless battles, countless left wounded and many casualties left upon the bloody battlefield! It is not something to deny, nor is it anything to exaggerate. And it most definitely is not something to toy with.

The spiritual realm is more real than the physical realm. All things existed there first, and it is where our Creator lives. The angels are spiritual beings of fire, first created before us. It is the realm they exist in.

Satan and his armies are brutally evil, without truth, compassion or mercy. Indeed, as the Good Shepherd stated, Satan comes to steal and to kill and to destroy. His main objective is to kill (physically [body], emotions, will, mind [soul], spiritually [spirit]), but Messiah (Jesus/Yeshua) comes that we might have life (salvation) and that abundantly. [Jn 10:10]

Satan and his minions have done their work covertly, preferring to do their evil undetected, where others are blamed openly. Howbeit, as surely as the Lord’s return is imminent, and the onset of the great tribulation hovers over the horizon, the accomplishments of the dark armies are displayed more openly these dark days. Even witchcraft is glorified openly now.

The Word of God not only balances both sides, but we learn about the adversary from God’s perspective, beginning with their creation, the rebellion of one-third, led by Lucifer, and their consequential banishment from heaven.

Knowing his season is short, Satan (aka Lucifer) is enraged, violently tearing at everything with strong jaws like a lion or a dragon, full of hatred, and longing to destroy all of God’s creation, especially mankind, who was made in God’s image.

Worth repeating, a gentle reminder:

But thanks be to God, which gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

We are at a time in history where everything is aligning according to the Holy Scriptures. It is all happening very quickly. It is hard to keep up with the ever-changing daily news, and we are not even in the great tribulation. Be strong!

The division amongst the people globally is broadening and shall continue to widen. The clash of the kingdoms is most evident. Yet, fully armoured, we stand!

Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the world of the Lord, forasmuch as you know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. [1Cor 15:57]

These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you might have peace. In the world, you shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. [Jn 16:33]

Another “Dragon” Appears

Remember, the Lord warned me yet again about an intense battle. It is happening with me now, but again, He has promised the victory. It all began near the end of December 2021, which is why I realized it pertained to 2022.

Just as He revealed the “viper” to me, and the “dragon”, both on cars, He also revealed the “VICTORY” coins. Incredible – the creative Creator!

After the spirit of heaviness left me (around the Jan 11th), I wanted to finish organizing things so that I could post, but fatigue kept hindering me, so I prayed again. ‘Why Lord, why all the battles, when will it stop? I’m not young anymore.

It’s been a bloody long haul it seems, but I refuse to give up. The Lord fought on my behalf too many times; I just cannot keep up like I did when I was younger. Yet, I know that each day, every day, the Lord gives me strength to continue on.

But I do want it to end, should I pretend so I can appear as a super-strong warrior? I am a simple woman, a mother and grandmother who loves the Lord and does my best to love others as commanded.

But I could sure use – a super long furlough or something. But again, not long after the prayer, I open up an article that yet again seemed to be answer to prayer – AGAIN, yes, a dragon.

2022 – the dragon cannot wait to appear, and like the illusionist he is, Satan pops in and out randomly, like a magical appearance and disappearance. But God will not let him deceive us as we cling to our Lord.

He is trying to remain hidden so knowing that the element of surprise contains power. But the Lord exposes him as He so chooses. Back in July 2020 when I first saw the viper car, I was in the heat of the battle with my landlady. Any time I mentioned the repairs she would tell me that I could always ‘move’.

I knew the Lord was showing me that the real instigator was the serpent Satan. I saw the viper car again at the end of February 2021, just before the nonsense with the POA and the RV began (just about 4 days before).

Then I first spotted the dragon car in the first week of March 2020, just after I had notice given to me that the RV was up for sale. The timing was always after prayer.

The other day, I was not understanding all the things going on, but when a battle goes on for a length of time a person gets frustrated and weary. No one can go on indefinitely. I cried out to God again for answer.

Awake (Genuine) – Awoke (Counterfeit)

2022 – end times will produce more counterfeits – deception increases

Even those half-awake can sense the evil spreading speedily over the world, but they do not want to be fully awakened to it or made to rise up to face it. Several years back, the Lord repeated His word to people:

Awake, awake; put on your strength, O Zion; put on your beautiful garments, O Jerusalem, the holy city: […]

Shake yourself from the dust; arise, and sit down, O Jerusalem […] [Is 52:2,3]

Throughout the years, His Word spoke to us:

Awake, you who sleep, and arise from the dead, and Christ will give you light. [Eph5:14]

Ever faithful to warn us of that which is coming, down through the years, through many voices (including mine, and through many long before any of us were born), Messiah urged His people to awake, to arise.

The Lord urges His people to stay awake (alert) and strong, prepared and ready for that which is coming, for that which was written (prophesied) thousands of years ago. It is to unite His people, to move as one unit, one Body, in His love and in (one) accordance to His will.

If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies, Fulfill my joy, that you be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than themselves. [Philip2:1-3]

Not to be outdone in his mind, Satan the counterfeiter, decided to “awaken” the people too, only he calls it “awoke”. To me, this was another cunning and crafty strategy of Satan to not only mock God by having people say they are “awoke”, but it is to promote an evil agenda to stir up strife and hatred and division. Awaken vs Awoke

He introduced the Critical Race Theory which does nothing but promote racism, anger and hatred. Yet, lest we get sidetracked and forget, Satan is a thief, a murderer from the beginning, the father of lies (Eden and beyond) [Jn 8:44], there is no truth in him. He is out to destroy all He can. [Jn 10:10]

The devil knows he has a short time that he is allotted by God. [Rev 12:12] We will not understand all of God’s ways or reasoning, but we can trust that He knows what He is doing. Satan’s dress rehearsal gags all. Steer clear of his devices. Don’t get caught up in the things that were created to divide and bring hateful rebellion.

Sharing of Burdens

Many people have been experiencing the very things I have shared thus far. Many have lost loved ones in the past two years, but there are those who are sure that things will return to normal as soon as everyone falls in line and obeys all the mandates and line up for their vaccines and boosters.

Never have I seen so many people walking in fear, anger and paranoia. Of course, I was not around for the Spanish flu, smallpox, polio or other horrendous plagues. But it is certain that things are not going to ever return to how they were.

We have to face facts. The watchmen sound the alarm, but it is not to make the people panic. We are to assemble and pray, but the powers that be do not want us to assemble. If we do, we may risk being fined or jailed; it is hard to say which.

We remind each other of the faithfulness of God and the reasoning behind certain events that take place and must take place. Firstly, not one of us is told everything by the Lord, as stated previously. But what is not publicized very much is the goodness of many people in reaching out to help others.

The true saints of Messiah are recognizing each by the love and fruit we see. I strongly believe the clash of the kingdoms is more evident than ever. Whilst God is separating the precious from the vile, the clean from the unclean and the holy from the unholy, it is to bring His remnant together to move as one through Him.

It is the counterfeiter who is dividing the people globally, leaving a trail of confusion and chaos behind. We should not be afraid, concerned or moved by his work. We will stay balanced as we keep close to our Lord in prayer and His Word. As we rest in Him, we will walk in that peace that passes all understanding.

I always reason that it is mercy that the Lord does that. We are not God, and we could not handle things if we knew it all. But more importantly, it is to keep us from pride and from thinking we are more esteemed than others. It just is not so.

Little children have received prophetic words, teens, young adults, middle-age, elderly – it matters not. The Lord can, will and has spoken through whomsoever He chooses. How many times have I mentioned how Balaam’s donkey spoke in the language of a man?

It is unfortunate, but should be no surprise that false prophets have given false prophecies, promising all kinds of wonderful things, when instead the Lord is calling for repentance, to come to the cross.

The blood of Jesus was spilled at great cost. It is only through Him that any can be saved from the sin trap they are in, and be forgiven, reconciling them back to the heavenly Father. The spirit of prophecy is the testimony of Jesus. [Rev 19:10]

That means that all prophecy should draw people to the Lord, not to a person. The Lord wants us to pray about prophetic words, especially if they speak of things to come. It is true that there are times that prayer can and has caused God to intervene.

There are plenty of examples in the Bible, such as Moses, Esther, Nehemiah, Daniel et al. However, the heartbeat of all of God’s judgments is that people will humble themselves and pray, for God hears the prayers of those who sincerely repent. His desire is that all will come to repentance but not all will.

We cry out for mercy, yet the God of love and mercy is also the God of justice and judgment. He shows mercy to the merciful, but not to the merciless. The Lord is impartial to outward appearances; but rather He wholly sees the thoughts and intents of the heart. [1Sam 16:7; Heb4:12]

For He shall have judgment without mercy that has shown no mercy; and mercy rejoices (triumphs) over judgment. [Jam 2:13]

2022 – Battles Continue but the Victory is in Christ

Stand your ground, pilgrim, fully armoured. Hold high the shield of faith and wield the sharp, double-edged sword. We learn to endure; we learn perseverance. Some battles we will be ordered to fight, but in such cases, He promises victory. [Josh10:8; Prov 21:31]

At times, re-enforcements will be sent in (either fellow praying disciples or heaven-sent spiritual backup). [Ps34:7] And there will be times when you will be told to stand strong, but you will not need to fight the battle, for the Lord will fight for you. [Deut20:4]

And we can shout, we can loudly sing these words of truth: (to the glory of God through Jesus the Christ [Yeshua the Messiah]): “It is well with my soul!Hallelujah, glory!

Ezra spoke to the Jews who had gathered to hear the words (the reading) of the law, and all of them wept when they heard the words. Afterwards, he instructed them what to eat and drink, and to share with those who had nothing prepared.

Then he gently reminded them:[…] the joy of the Lord is our strength. [Neh 8:10])

But let all those that put their TRUST in you REJOICE: let them ever shout for joy, because You defend them: let them also that LOVE Your name be JOYFUL in You.

REJOICE evermore. Pray without ceasing. In everything, give THANKS: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. [Ps 5:11; 1Thess 5:15-18]

This year shall bring the righteous VICTORY in many areas that have been a hindrance, a delay or a long-awaited prayer. GLORY! Keep the focus on Christ Jesus, no matter what GIANT you face.

It does not mean that this year will be without trouble because that is not so; there will be trouble in giant measure this year 2022. It means that we do not need to be easily shaken, for the Lord has promised that through Him we will have victory.

Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him (Jesus) that loved us. [Rom 8:37]

This is the year for the righteous to shine forth as a beacon of light in the darkness. We must not succumb to offenses thrown our way, but overcome with forgiveness, being ever mindful that the Sovereign God, who sees all things, is not only much wiser in handling the final outcome of things that we shall ever be, but He just. We can rest confidently in Him, for His ways are perfect.

Rejoice in the Lord, O you righteous: [for] praise is comely for the upright. [Ps33:1] Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise: be thankful unto Him, and bless His name. [Ps100:4]

The Righteous Rejoice

For our sake He made Him to be sin who knew no sin, so that IN Him (Jesus/Yeshua) we might become the righteousness of God. [2Cor 5:21]

This involves purging, cleansing, purifying – circumcision of the heart (cutting away of excess flesh). He creates in us a clean heart and renews a right spirit in us, through and in Jesus the Messiah. And Yeshua/Jesus, in His wisdom, sent us the Comforter, the precious and Holy Spirit of God (Adonai).

Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit with me. Cast me not away from Your presence; and take not Your Holy Spirit from me.

Restore unto me the joy of Your salvation; and uphold (confirm/sustain) me [with Your] free spirit. The will I teach transgressors Your ways; and sinners shall be converted unto You. [Ps 51:10-13]

Then will I sprinkle clean water upon you, and you shall be clean: from all your filthiness, and from all your idols, will I cleanse you. A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you:

and I will take away the stony heart of your flesh, and I will give you a heart of flesh. And I will put My Spirit within you, and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you shall keep My judgments and do them. [Ezek 36:25-27]

Yet, we who love Jesus/Yeshua can REJOICE, knowing He is for us and not against: and He defends us. We love Him because He first loved us (indescribable, agape love) [1Jn 4:19]

Jesus (Yeshua), holy Lamb of God without sin, You who spilled Your precious blood upon that rugged tree when You offered up Your life freely (willingly) as a sacrifice of atonement for our sins, upon that cross of wood, so that through You we could be forgiven. (Thank You for Your mercy and LOVE, blessed Creator. You are exalted above all things!)

I will greatly REJOICE in the Lord, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for He has clothed me with the garments of salvation; He has covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decks [himself] with ornaments, and as a bride adorns [herself] with her jewels. [Is 61:10]

Why would anyone rejoice in times like these? It is because we who know, love and walk with Jesus Christ (Yeshua Messiah) know that this world is not our home. We have much to look forward to.

There is the blessed hope of the return of Yeshua (Jesus), the Marriage Feast, the first resurrection and living with our Saviour forever. These are some of the things that grant us the peace that passes all understanding during the least like times of hardship.

For the Lord Himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the LORD in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.

Wherefore comfort one another with these words. [1Thess 4:16-18] Hallelujah!

Praying Without Ceasing

Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, you which are spiritual, restore such a one in the spirit of meekness; considering yourself, lest you also be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. For if a man think himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself. [Gal 6:2]

REJOICE evermore. Pray without ceasing. In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. [1Thess 5:16-18]

In 2022 – doors will be opened that cannot be shut; others will slam shut

Open Doors 2022

Such goodness and holiness, such mercy, tenderness, compassion and consistent faithfulness, such patience and steadfastness, such purity and holiness…qualities of excellence that the Lord alone possesses.

He and the love that He is in fullness are impossible to adequately describe due to depth and vastness of Him. No other love known to mankind compares…none! Praise and bless Adonai and His beloved Son above all things!

2022 Doors will slam shut

There are doors that will slam shut in 2022 that will be an act of mercy on God’s part, for He will save many from dangerous or toxic situations. Many are (and have been) going down a path that the enemy has tricked into believing was of God, but it was deception.

Others unknowingly deceived themselves, but God who sees the heart knows those who have sought God, prayed and turned from unrighteousness. They seek to do what YHVH requires of His people – do justly, love mercy and walk humbly before God. [Micah 6:8]

Do not be saddened if you were self-deceived. Rejoice that He intervened, brought you to a place of repentance and then forgave.

He who sees and knows all things intervenes when He so chooses, at a time He so chooses and is bringing many OUT of self-deception. He is wise, faithful and true. Everyone who has been alive long enough has been deceived (tricked) at some point in their lives.

PRIDE will keep others from taking Christ’s hand to be pulled out of deception. They will refuse to believe they are wrong, after all, they are teachers and preachers. They know the Word of God and have given much into God’s kingdom.

So did the Pharisees. Seek God in all humility. Those who genuinely seek truth will find it, and Christ is ever-willing to forgive and RESTORE.

So yes, doors will slam as a merciful act for many, but for others, a slammed door will be an act of judgment against them. The Lord will not reward the unfaithful, or will He reward the compromisers of His Word – those who praise Him with their lips but their heart is far from him. [Is 29:13; Mat 15:8]

At times it may seem like the wicked have gotten away with their wickedness (sins), but only for a season. In the end, God will punish that which has not been forgiven by and through His beloved Son, Jesus the Messiah (His precious blood spilled upon a rugged cross (sacrificially offered up) for the forgiveness of sins and the redemption of souls).

Warnings Repeated (warning shofar sounds again, spiritually)

Betrayers will rise up bolder and at a faster pace than has ever been seen before. Betrayals shall strikingly increase in 2022, both in secular and religious arenas. What happened to our Lord Jesus with Judas was a prime example.[Lk 22:3-6] How appropriate that it is chapter TWENTY-TWO (22) in Luke and this is the year 20-22…Only God!

Persecution has trickled slowly into the western hemisphere; however, in 2022 with increasing momentum as the speed in which it spreads picks up, particularly in countries that have been accustomed to religious liberties, such as Canada and America. It will increase to giant proportions.

Division (the great divide) shall continue to spread to depths and widths comparable to the Grand Canyon. The giant division will be (and is) on a global scale and cannot be ignored.

Later on, I will share some examples of what I recently experienced that surprised me but did not throw me off. In other words, the Lord had prepared me for these things a couple of years ago, and also instructed me to warn others.

I posted these things on the 29th of January, 2020 at 4 am approximately, an article called: Pivotal Year – 2020 – Baptism of Fire

God speaks once, yea twice, but man perceives it not. [Job 33:14]

It was not until the following day, January 30, 2020 that the WHO announced an outbreak that was of concern internationally. On March 11, 2020, the pandemic SARS-CoV-2 aka Covid-19 was announced and the world began going into strict lockdowns. ONLY GOD knew these things because on my own, I know nothing... to God alone be all glory!

[1] The spirit of Judas (betrayers) [Mat 27:4]

Saying, I have sinned in that I have betrayed the innocent blood. What is that to us? [You] see to it. -- (Judas, disciple and apostle of Christ speaking to the Pharisees after he betrayed Jesus/Yeshua)

[2] spirit of Jezebel (fornicator, idolater, self-professed prophetess) [Rev 2:20]

Notwithstanding, I have a few things against you because you suffer (tolerate) that woman Jezebel, which calls herself a prophetess, to teach and to seduce My servants to commit fornication, and to eat things sacrificed to idols. [Rev 2:20]

In the book of Revelation, there is mention of Jezebel hundreds of years after her death. Therefore, John must refer to a woman (whether she shared the same name matters not) [Rev 2:20] who shared the very ‘spirit of Jezebel’, just as surely as Jesus spoke of the ‘spirit of Elijah’ when referring to John the Baptist. [Mat 11:14]

[3] spirit of persecution (antichrist spirit) [Dan6:25]

[a] And he shall speak great words against the most High, and shall wear out [persecute] the saints of the most High, and think to change times and laws: […]

(Daniel speaks of a ‘beast’ that will rise up in the end times; this is a precursor, or as I’ve been calling it for the last year, a ‘dress rehearsal’.)

[b] Little children, it is the last time: and as you have heard that antichrist shall come, even now are there many antichrists; whereby we know that it is the last time. [1Jn2:18]

These three ‘antichrist’ spirits are all boldly rising in 2022 and shall stand tall in the lands, just as giants do.

None of these are new things. We do not need interpreters to understand the prophetic messages. The warnings resound throughout the Holy Scriptures. However, what we do constantly need are reminders. We are all easily distracted, especially these days of bizarre and disorderly events, where information of all kinds comes barreling toward us. The Holy Spirit will always get us back on track…if we let Him to lead us.

The Good Shepherd Speaks to Us

The Lord truly does care, and He DOES communicate to all, but we have to pray for ears to hear. There can be no room for unbelief, none. Jesus (Yeshua) said:

My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me: 

[Jn 10:27]

I am a firm believer that Jesus/Yeshua speaks to all who are His. He is called the Good Shepherd (a shepherd gives his life for his sheep

[Jn 10:11]; we (his followers/disciples) are His sheep.

These are symbolic or metaphorical expressions, just as Messiah was called the “Lamb of God” [Jn 1:29, 36: Rev 22:1], the perfect and unblemished sacrifice. Yeshua does not mince or waste words. If He says His sheep (those who are His disciples and are in the family of God) hear Him, He means exactly what He says.

Repeatedly throughout scripture, God confirms that He speaks to people.

For God speaks once, yea twice, but man perceives it not. [Job 33:14]

Did ever people hear the voice of God speaking out of the midst of the fire, as you have heard, and live? [Deut 4:33]

Call unto Me and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you know not. [Jer 33:3]

So, beloved saint, if you are not hearing God, take it to Him in prayer. He speaks to us, all of us, of that I am convinced. Find out what is hindering you from hearing His voice. He sent us the Holy Spirit and via His Spirit we hear Him.

If one does not hear Him, then ask for healing of your spiritual ears, and rebuke unbelief, repent of it. Yes, we all have different gifts. So it is written; so, it is true.

Entire sermons can be and have been taught on this, so I will not go into great lengths here. But if you are one who does not hear the Lord, I strongly urge you to ask Him to let His voice be heard deep within your spirit. Pray to hear ONLY His voice and not that of flesh (self) or any demon.

(I pray that for myself too) Then believe He will answer your prayer because He will, in His perfect timing and in His wise way. I know. There have been a few times that I think He’s late too…like that time with Lazarus…

Is God ever silent? Absolutely! He has every right to be – He is GOD after all. He does not speak at our command. He speaks out of His love for us. He often speaks unexpectedly and in the most unforgettable ways, endearing, astounding, both.

Yet Another Battle

Now, here I was once again (December 2021) being forewarned of yet another battle, but with assurance again of victory

 2022

will bring intense battles for many of God’s people

• remember who is behind the spiritual battles 

• remember the full armour, especially the SHIELD of faith and the SWORD of the Lord (Word of God)

• keep Ephesian 6:12 and Proverbs 3:5, 6 in mind

CRUCIAL - keep your eyes on the Commander and King

Jesus (Yeshua) goes ahead of us, yet still covers our back. We can go forward confidently, and when we grow weak, He will be our strength.

- The Lord promises VICTORY  We see throughout the Word of God, mighty warriors praying and seeking God (paraphrased): "Shall we go up to fight or shall we stand down?" (The Lord will direct the steps of each individually.) Wait upon Him. 

Do your best not to go ahead of Him or lag behind. The Holy Spirit helps us; none of us is perfect. If we make a mistake, we pray, and rise up again. We have to heed what He says, not others. Trust and obey.

This will be brief. But, let's face it. It seems like a lot of battles, three very intense ones in a year and a half. The pressing in, the prayers to see if I am bringing this all upon myself, the casting down of false accusations and condemnation, the soul searching and the fighting my own fears and doubts.

Praying in all sincerity and truth; getting balanced with the Word, more prayer:

"[...] Father, I'm tired...help me to be all You would have me be in this...strengthen me to endure because I'm so weary. I cannot give up; I WILL NOT give up, but I need You, Lord."

I was not out driving. With the fatigue I have not ventured far or often. But, in opening an article, what did I see right after prayer? (Now, the Father has His unique ways of speaking to all of us. I shared a couple of experiences with you.)

The article read: Excavating the Rutland Sea Dragon Fossil

Two words jumped out at me. [1] dragon [2] Rutland

Why? Well, I had just finished praying and decided to shift gears, check emails and what am I greeted with? So again, the Lord reveals to me that the 'relentless' enemy, that ancient serpent, the dragon (Satan) is behind this again.

The reason Rutland stuck out is because that is the name of the subdivision I live in. So, there is a "dragon in Rutland"...that is the message I understood, given my history with the Lord, as shared earlier in this article.

He has divided brethren and friends (more on that in upcoming articles), stolen finances and personal items (as mentioned with the first landlady (burst pipe and mice infestation for five months), my home (twice) and my health.

What are the odds that the word Rutland (my subdivision) and the word dragon would be linked together and be in the first article I opened in mail. 

The "sea" dragon was found in the United Kingdom; I live in British Columbia. And Rutland just happens to be significant, and link to 'dragon'. I grabbed a picture of the Rutland Park here, but it is not from now - winter. I have not gone out due to feeling unwell.

So, I understand yet again, what is happening. Prayers would be appreciated...very much appreciated, like liquid gold. Pray for strength and pray the enemy does not steal my honor. Father promised that as those who wait upon Him will not be ashamed. [Ps 25:3]

Apparently the fossil of the sea dragon was found when the Alglian Water Team, who manage Rutland Reservoir, were doing maintenance when they spotted what they thought were protruding pipes. Article can be read by clicking the above link.

Above here, is the picture of the local Rutland Lions Park here. So, now I prepare once again for battle. I'm not as young as I once was; Lord help me :) 

God is good and His mercy endures forever...

Great is His Love for You

Understand His great love for you, believe it and embrace it.

That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love, May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; And to know the love of Christ, which passes knowledge, that you might be filled with all the fullness of God. [Eph 3:17-19]

And the next verse is something we ALL do well to get down deep inside of us, especially during those times that Satan or any other condemns us, reminding us of our past, or reminding us of sins that were long ago forgiven.

Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.  

But God commends His love toward us, in that, while we were YET sinners, Christ died for us. [Rom 5:8; Jn 15:13]

With the next scripture, far too many quote only the first part of the scripture, especially if they are protecting a secret sin. But the second part of the verse MUST go hand in hand with the first part. We cannot justify things done in the flesh rather than the spirit.

Most say:

There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus

But the whole scripture is:

There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh but after the Spirit. [Rom 8:1]

See the difference? It makes a big difference.

So, I encourage you and challenge you, that if you are one who thinks God does not speak to them, set aside all doubt, all unbelief (repent of these if it burdened you), and ask the Lord to speak to you deep within your spirit.

However, if He so chooses, whether through His Word (which He never contradicts), or by His Spirit speaking deep within your spirit, or through another person (or a donkey!) He will speak; be patient, expectant and trusting.

If He is silent for a season, keep waiting. It may be that your faith and trust are being tested. Persevere. You can do it. It is expected of all the children of light; children of obedience. Wait patiently in His times of silence.

Please do not give in to the temptation to give up. We all go through these thoughts, emotions, doubts, fears, frustrations – all of it. It’s part of growing; part of learning; part of learning how to die to self (fleshly things). There are plenty of examples to validate that in the Holy Scriptures.

If you can think of anything that may hinder Him, such as disobedience, turn from it, repent and ask forgiveness. 2 Chronicles 7, verses 14 and 15 promise us that He will hear us in those times.

Even Adonai’s own Son, Jesus (Yeshua) [ who had NO sin] cried out loudly (in great physical pain) upon the cross when His Father’s silence deafened him in His last moments of great agony and suffering:

Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? (My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?) Even the Messiah, who was ONE with the Father, found His silence unbearable in that hour of great need.

Yet, even Jesus was known to be silent at times. We see it when we read about His arrest, and when He stood before Pontius Pilate [Mat 27:13, 14] and Herod [Lk 23:8, 9]. Observe and take note, as you read, the number of times that Jesus did not answer when questioned, then, notice the times He did speak.

Then, think about the times that people have asked something of you, and you chose not to answer. It simply meant that at that time, you preferred not to answer. It’s is very likely that it has been that way with all of us at times.

In these dark days of misunderstandings, offenses, betrayals and lack of trust, our discernment has to be keener. We all may consider ourselves pretty clever at discerning, but Jesus Himself warned us that if it were possible, even the very elect would be deceived. And it is possible…

I am praying for increased discernment, but also wisdom, and to know when to speak and when to refrain from speaking. I have not perfected that yet; it may end up being the thorn in my side to keep me humble, but it is worth praying about.

On a Lighter Note

Those who know me can attest to the fact that I am not a politically correct person, and my foot has landed more than a few times in my mouth. Even Adidas considered using me once as an advertising tool…

(Fictitious voiceover: [”…looks like she’s still in the lead, running off at the mouth with Adidas footwear.”

(Okay, realistically, not everyone will appreciate my odd sense of humour – but, I think we all could use a big smile right about now, even if it is accompanied by rolling eyes and a shaking head…)  

Right; this could well be a paramount example of when to refrain from speaking.

for His glory

Bonita                      dovesofthevalleys4@gmail.com

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