Growth Process

Look how far you have come!  The difficulties that you have endured and overcome have instructed you and driven you to find Me in a more meaningful and concrete way.  Your days of trouble are not to be disdained; they are to be recognized as a necessary part of your growth process.  Don't lament, says the Lord.  Rejoice for where you are now and where I will take you from here. 

Psalms 32:8 I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye.

 

Joyful Season!

THE TRUMPET by BILL BURNS: 
Do you feel My expression of joy over you?  If you do, then you know that I have been with you, that I have spoken to you, and I have encouraged you. So, let this moment rest upon you as the mantle of anointing for the season that is ahead.  I would have you embrace this season with joy and faith.  And, I would have you to march forward in triumph because you know that you will win the battles that are necessary.  You will receive your reward in this season.  For, I have chosen this time to demonstrate My love for you by the giving of gifts, says the Lord God Almighty.

 

SMALL STRAWS IN A SOFT WIND by MARSHA BURNS:

Many of those who have been scribes of My prophetic voice have become dull of hearing and are not pressing in to hear My voice or to discern the moving of My Spirit.  Yet, they continue to want to be seen, heard, and recognized as being vessels of honor.  There will be a clear distinction between those who honor Me and give Me glory and those who seek their own glory.  Those who are true seekers in My kingdom will discern truth and error, says the Lord.

Jeremiah 23:26 "How long will this be in the heart of the prophets who prophesy lies? Indeed they are prophets of the deceit of their own heart."  

Do Right

The forces of darkness are at work to infiltrate every part of the world and world systems.  Your exemption from this corruption is only available by My Spirit,  and you must choose light over darkness and good over evil.  You must take a stand for all that is righteous, regardless of the pressure to choose otherwise, says the Lord.  It will take effort, but you are well able to do right. 
 
Isaiah 54:17 No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment You shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is from Me," Says the LORD.

Discernment

Stay in the flow of My Spirit by allowing Me to direct you.  I will lead you by My peace, so you need pay attention as to whether or not your heart is at peace in any situation.  Evaluate by using your discernment to determine the difference between right and wrong; good and evil, and make every effort to stay on the path of righteousness, says the Lord.  I will protect you there. 
 
Hebrews 5:14 But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.

Resist the Devil

Pay attention and know that hindering assignments have been sent against you to impede your progress.  Watch for the areas of life where you have lost momentum or have stopped moving forward in spiritual progression.  You will need to resist the forces set against you.  It may take extraordinary work to press through, but it will be worth the effort, says the Lord.  Freedom awaits! 
 
James 4:7 Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.

Humble

Be sensitive and discerning.  I will show you errors in judgment by revealing presumption, and I will show you errors in logistics.  Correction will be an easy thing as long as you stay in the Spirit and refuse to beat yourself up for not being perfect.  Be humble and stay flexible, says the Lord.  This is no time to take a defensive posture. 

 

Psalms 25:9 The humble He guides in justice, and the humble He teaches His way.

Choice

Watch out for negative thoughts and feelings, which could undermine not only your faith but righteousness.  It is imperative that you strive to maintain purity of the soul in order to walk in the Spirit.  This is a choice.  When you choose to activate self-control, you will not regret your decision.  Stay focused, and refuse to be distracted with the chaos around you, says the Lord.  Trust Me to help you stay on course. 

 

Philippians 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy-meditate on these things.

Spirtual Depth

Many of you have experienced somewhat of a lull, which seems like stagnation. But, this has been a time for you to rest and regroup. It has not been a time for you to get lazy spiritually, however. I want you to be alert and use your discernment so that you have greater depth and understanding of your spiritual environment, says the Lord. Hebrews 5:14 But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.