In a prophetic dream, I saw a plane full of people going on an adventure different to what they thought their journey would be. There was a need to tell the story of their journey as the world needed to hear, but the camera initially didn’t work, leading to frustration. But through perseverance, the camera finally worked and there was a great reward.
The Spirit of the Lord says, “Church, tell your story! Though your travel may not be the smooth flight you thought it would be, the world needs to hear of your life with Me. For people are looking for something more than this earth can offer them, they are looking for Me.
Family of God, step out in courage and boldness on visual platforms. Persevere even though it will be hard at the beginning. Choose not the metrics of this world, choose obedience to Me.
Speak of your life with Jesus. Show paths that have been diverted, endings that were different to expectations, and how My presence is with you always, even to the end of the age. Give hope to the hopeless, and point towards a Father in Heaven who loves with an everlasting love.”
19 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations [help the people to learn of Me, believe in Me, and obey My words], baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,
20 teaching them to observe everything that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always [remaining with you perpetually—regardless of circumstance, and on every occasion], even to the end of the age.”
The Lord of Heavenly Armies is dispatching His messenger angels across the earth right now! I looked and saw in the spirit God’s angels carrying invitations of light in their hands for the children of God.
The invitations were light inscribed on beautiful pieces of parchment. As the angels gave the scrolls to God’s children, I watched as the parchment unfurled like light being uncovered. And I saw the light from this holy invitation push back any darkness in the receiver, until their whole body was illuminated.
The Spirit of the Lord says, “I Am the Light of the world. Follow Me and you will never walk in darkness for you will have the light of life. I am the Father of lights. There is no shadow or variation in Me and I became your Father by My Word of truth.
Now receive My invitation for it is My Word of truth that will unfold My Light inside you. Now is the time for a renewed passion for My written, spoken and living word.”
Activation:
Meditate on Psalm 119:130. Ask Jesus to encounter you in this scripture as you read it out loud.
The unfolding of Your [glorious] words give light; Their unfolding gives understanding to the simple (childlike).
“In the busyness of life, you can lose focus on Me. Take a moment to stop, reflect and refresh with Me, even if it is while you wait for the kettle to boil,” says the Spirit of the Lord.
“Speak with Me. I want to hear from you the everyday small elements of your life as well as what you think is the big important stuff. I am interested in it all and I love it when you take time to put Me in the midst of your life.
The spiritual battle is hard but I am with you. There is always beauty in the ashes, as through this battle and refining, My light shines and beauty is revealed. I go before you. The battle is already won but when you partner with Me, it brings learning and joy.”
Activation:
Journal your prayers or conversation with God. Perhaps make a voice note whilst the kettle boils. Take time to listen to a favourite worship song before carrying on with the rush of the day. When you have more time, you can collect these prayers or notes, and ask God what He wants you to do next.
To grant to those who mourn in Zion the following: To give them a [a]turban instead of dust [on their heads, a sign of mourning], The oil of joy instead of mourning, The garment [expressive] of praise instead of a disheartened spirit. So they will be called the trees of righteousness [strong and magnificent, distinguished for integrity, justice, and right standing with God], The planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified.
Have I not said that I will shake all that can be shaken. Why are you surprised when more shaking comes along? My ways are not your ways and My shaking will not look like you expect.
Do not be caught off guard. Do not allow a foothold for fear, for I am in control and I will achieve what I set out to do. I am removing all impurities and distractions. I will have My bride spotless and ready.
Remember the thief comes to steal, kill and destroy but I come to bring life in ALL its fullness. Some things in your life is a spirit of death disguised. Do not partner with it. Do not mourn that which I have stripped away. Remember that I am for you!
I am jealous for you. I know the plans I have for you, and I want you to experience My best. Do not settle for anything less. I want to reveal My glory in your life. Lean in, hold on and keep focused on Me.
Activation:
Close your eyes. Breathe in. Feel God holding you and take a moment to recognize the truth that He will always be this close to you, no matter what comes.
The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance [to the full, till it overflows].
I saw in the spirit a rocket surging upwards, with its fuel-laden boosters attached. Once the boosters had served their purpose, they were released and fell away instead of becoming a heavy burden. The rocket accelerated with greater efficiency into the higher realms.
The Spirit of the Lord says “This is a picture of what many are experiencing in this season. It is time to let go of that which has been right for you to come this far on your journey. Previous partnerships and alignments have provided momentum, confidence and protection. They have helped build faith and supported with wisdom. They have also brought necessary correction. Give thanks for them all.
But now is the time to recognise what was once helpful may now hold you back, even keep you ‘earthbound’, if you do not move on. There were wonderful people in your life for a season, even for years, but they are not your destiny helpers in the days ahead.
Not everyone can journey where I am taking you. Step into holy endings and healthy releases. End well. Yield fully to the leading of My Holy Spirit as I call for brave decisions and steps of faith. Days of acceleration into purpose are here and you must be free to move in step with Me.”
If we [claim to] live by the [Holy] Spirit, we must also walk by the Spirit [with personal integrity, godly character, and moral courage—our conduct empowered by the Holy Spirit]
For a long time, I have been receiving emails, which go into the very depths of Scripture and allows the reader to understand what God is saying from the Old Testament straight through to the New, but I wasn’t reading them! I started off okay, but then trailed off. I must admit that I was not being diligent at all, when receiving these. In fact I became very overwhelmed because I had joined too many mailing lists, so was receiving data from different places. It became a state of information overload! I will not even say how large my mailbox is! I have issues with my memory, so would read one thing one place and wouldn’t remember who said what, where, when or in what context! However, I restarted reading emails from Jeff A. Benner, who is an Author, Researcher and Bible Translator. On his webpage, analysis is done of the Hebrew text, breaking it down, so that there is no doubt of what is being said. Personally, my preferred translation has been the Amplified Bible for several years now, because it expands and provides an enhanced meaning to text.
Many read the Holy Bible and whilst speaking, we use one word, but when the full meaning is expanded with several words, a deeper understanding of what is meant can be reached. A deeper and richer knowledge of God, His love and His requirements can then become clear and our walk solidified OR our prayers directed to correct areas so we are strengthened. We can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens us!
I can do all things [which He has called me to do] through Him who strengthens and empowers me [to fulfill His purpose—I am self-sufficient in Christ’s sufficiency; I am ready for anything and equal to anything through Him who infuses me with inner strength and confident peace.]
Philippians 4:13 (AMP)
Scripture tells us that the Word of God is living, active and full of power.
For the word of God is living and active and full of power [making it operative, energizing, and effective]. It is sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating as far as the division of the soul and spirit [the completeness of a person], and of both joints and marrow [the deepest parts of our nature], exposing and judging the very thoughts and intentions of the heart.
Hebrews 4:12 (AMP)
This means that when we consume and digest it, we should believe and understand every word being said to us, by our Heavenly Father. We will then reach a deeper and richer level of faith. We need to take it to heart, take it to spirit.
4 Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God is one LORD:
5 And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.
Deuteronomy 6:4-5 (KJV)
Translated directly from the Hebrew it becomes the below:-
Israel, pay careful attention and respond: Yahweh works in unity with himself: and you shall act upon your love to YHWH with your thoughts and mind, with your entire body and with everything that you possess.
Deuteronomy 6:4-5 (Hebrew interpretation)
I have noted it as Hebrew interpretation, but of course, it is the original and it is from it that all other Word flows. So, the words that are improved upon, expands the text and gives it more meaning.
Hear becomes to hear, pay attention to what is spoken and obediently act upon it.
One portrays YHWH being in unity with Himself. The example given online is ‘the pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night. A cloud and fire are opposites—one provides coolness and shade and the other heat and light. Yet, they work together to preserve the people during the day and the night’ (excavatingthebible.com – Jeff A. Benner).
Love – there are several types of love, i.e agape, eros, pragma, to name just three, but the one in this verse is not of emotion but of action. We are not to do it because of a feeling; we are in a good mood today or everything appears to be going well, but it is an action. We are to love God, no matter what. Not as a reaction to how we are feeling or what we have received but just because. Thankfully, it is the same for Him towards us. He never changes. He is the same yesterday, today and forever. If He is to rebuke, it is with these same characteristics and reprimand and judgement can only be moved by repentance and correction.
Heart – to love YHWH by keeping our focus on Him. In the western world we think of love in conjunction with the heart, which is a fluttering in our chest when we are attracted to someone, or when we experience joy at something that is happening. When heart is referred to in this text, it is to do with the thoughts of the mind. We need to keep our mind/heart stayed on Him. In other words, steadfast and fixed, no matter what the circumstance.
Soul – our whole body, not only the mind/heart. This means that our actions will also be directed and motivated. However, this can only be achieved through prayer and supplication, because with our minds we can be very willing, but the body weak.
Keep actively watching and praying that you may not come into temptation; the spirit is willing, but the [a]bodyis weak.”
Matthew 26:41 (AMP)
Footnotes
[a] Matthew 26:41 Lit flesh.
Might is everything we have.
YHWH wants the whole of us. Being a Christian, follower of Christ, isn’t to be taken lightly or on a surface level. We love Him because He first loved us and is calling us into His presence. When we diligently seek Him, He will take us to higher heights and deeper depths.
Stay blessed. Remain focused. Be diligent. Be unapologetically you.
Unapologetically Marcia 