Lion Bites – Global Prophetic Alliance – I Am Enough

I am releasing a greater revelation of My strength to you. I am enough. You will know Me as your sustainer, your support, your rock, and your foundation. You have felt the vulnerability as some of your old support structures have been taken away; you have even asked Me why I have removed the very thing you need. You feel the sense of having outgrown some comforts yet they remain held in one hand.

My beloved, they were good in their time but that time has ended. They were there to lead you towards maturity but full maturity comes as I become your only support.

I am enough.

Release the things that are falling away and do not cling to the things that will keep you from trusting Me alone.

I am enough.

As you let go, I am releasing wisdom, discernment of what to leave behind, and strategy to be able to honour what has been, without nostalgia or false loyalty. I will show you how to let go well, especially where there are relationship changes that I am leading you into.

I am building the truth within you that I am enough!

Activation:

Take time with Holy Spirit asking Him to reveal any area of support that He wants you to release. See yourself handing this back to Him. Speak Psalm 18:1-3 over this new area of vulnerability. Declare out loud “Jesus is enough.” Repeat this process on a daily basis until you see the truth of your security in Jesus replacing your sense of vulnerability.

David Praises the LORD for Rescuing Him.

To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David, the servant of the LORD, who spoke the words of this song to the Lord on the day when the LORD rescued him from the hand of all his enemies and from the hand of Saul. And he said:

1 “I love You [fervently and devotedly], O LORD, my strength.”

2 The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and the One who rescues me;
My God, my rock and strength in whom I trust and take refuge;
My shield, and the horn of my salvation, my high tower—my stronghold.

3 I call upon the LORD, who is worthy to be praised;
And I am saved from my enemies.

Psalm 18:1-3 (AMP)

Testing Your Faith

2 Consider it nothing but joy, my [a]brothers and sisters, whenever you fall into various trials.

3 Be assured that the testing of your faith [through experience] produces endurance [leading to spiritual maturity, and inner peace].

4 And let endurance have its perfect result and do a thorough work, so that you may be perfect and completely developed [in your faith], lacking in nothing.

James 1:2-4 (AMP)

Footnotes

[a] James 1:1 James, the leader of the Jerusalem church, was the half brother of Jesus. He became a believer after the resurrection of Jesus and was later martyred for his faith.

    13 For everyone who lives on milk is [doctrinally inexperienced and] unskilled in the word of righteousness, since he is a spiritual infant.

    14 But solid food is for the [spiritually] mature, whose senses are trained by practice to distinguish between what is morally good and what is evil.

    Hebrews 5:13-14 (AMP)

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    Lion Bites – Global Prophetic Alliance – Refreshment

    The Father is calling you today:

    Come here. Come here My beloved one. You have stood and held your place with joy and steadfastness but I see that you are weary now. As Nehemiah kept going to complete the wall, ignoring the onslaughts of the enemy, you have continued pressing forward to build the Kingdom.

    Come to the place I have prepared for you, just for you. It is tailored to your needs. It is nourishing and restful for the body, soul and spirit. Come, let Me revive, restore and revitalise you. I will release My strength into your tired limbs and muscles. I will refresh your mind and spirit so that you will be able to ‘go again’.  I will reveal blueprints for the new thing I will do; I will direct you. I will be your strength and shield.

    Come to this prepared ‘oasis’ and let Me wash you clean and refresh your mind with My living Water.

    Activation:

    As you go to bed tonight release your cares, concerns  and anxieties, big and small. Visualise yourself arriving at an oasis. Greenery, water, shade; an opportunity to be cleansed and washed. As you undress, give your concerns/cares to Jesus. You might like to write down a list and then shred the paper. Spend a moment connecting with Him as you release these things, recognising that nothing to is too small or too big for His attention and care.  Appreciate God for who He is – the great ‘I Am’.

    Book Two

    Thirsting for God in Trouble and Exile

    To the Chief Musician. A skillful song, or a didactic or reflective poem, of the sons of Korah.

    As the deer pants [longingly] for the water brooks,
    So my [a]soul pants [longingly] for You, O God.

    Psalm 42:1 (AMP)

    Footnotes

    [a] Psalm 42:1 The Hebrew word translated “soul” in this psalm and elsewhere in the book of Psalms is nephesh. This word usually refers to a person’s “life” or “self,” but can also mean “throat,” as perhaps in vv 1, 2.

    The Bride’s Admiration

    (The Shulammite Bride)

    “My beloved speaks and says to me,
    ‘Arise, my love, my fair one,
    And come away.

    Song of Solomon 2:10 (AMP)

    The Lord, the Psalmist’s Shepherd.

    A Psalm of David

    2 He lets me lie down in green pastures;
    He leads me beside the still and quiet waters.

    3 He refreshes and restores my soul (life);
    He leads me in the paths of righteousness
    for His name’s sake.

    Psalm 23:2-3 (AMP)

    Lion Bites – Global Prophetic Alliance – Run Unhindered

    Many of you are prepared for this season of assignment and acceleration. You have been through a time of training and now the race is on!  However, I speak to those in My Body, who still need to lay aside every vestige of disappointment, heaviness and frustration that would weigh you down. I need your soul to prosper and for your emotions to be healthy so that they do not derail you in the days ahead.

    Come, sit with Me and allow Me to lift those burdens and bring healing to your heart, so that you can run the race of faith with endurance and not be distracted from My purposes for your life. 

    My Beloved, I also desire for you to enjoy good health so that you’re fit and strong to stay in the race.  Do not neglect your physical body, which is the temple of the Holy Spirit.  Ask Me about your nutrition, hydration, exercise and movement.  Allow Me to show you what and how to build those things into your life. Take time to rest and recover and allow your body to restore and heal. I am Your Heavenly Father, and I long for you to thrive in every season of your life.

    Activation:

    Spend time thanking God that He cares about every aspect of your life and ask Him to show you if there is any ‘weight’ you need to lay aside, healing to receive and/or any lifestyle changes you need to make.  Are there new habits or disciplines to develop? This may take time to work through so ask the Lord for a plan, if appropriate. Take small steps towards emotional and physical wellbeing and stay on the journey! Remember, there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus!

    Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you through and through [that is, separate you from profane and vulgar things, make you pure and whole and undamaged—consecrated to Him—set apart for His purpose]; and may your spirit and soul and body be kept complete and [be found] blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

    1 Thessalonians 5:23 (AMP)

    Jesus, the Example

    Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of [a]witnesses [who by faith have testified to the truth of God’s absolute faithfulness], stripping off every unnecessary weight and the sin which so easily and cleverly entangles us, let us run with endurance and active persistence the race that is set before us,

    Hebrews 12:1 (AMP)

    Footnotes

    [a] Hebrews 12:1 i.e. the people commended for their faith in ch 11. See 11:2, 39.

      The Body Is the Lord’s

      19 Do you not know that your body is the temple (the very sanctuary) of the Holy Spirit Who lives within you, Whom you have received [as a Gift] from God? You are not your own,

      20 You were bought with a price [purchased with a [a]preciousness and paid for, [b]made His own]. So then, honor God and bring glory to Him in your body.

      1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (AMPC)

      Footnotes

      [a] 1 Corinthians 6:20 Joseph Thayer, A Greek-English Lexicon.

      [b] 1 Corinthians 6:20 Joseph Thayer, A Greek-English Lexicon.

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        Lion Bites – Global Prophetic Alliance – Strengthened to Stand

        I call you to holiness, to a life that is consecrated and set apart to Me. This comes from the revelation that you are living as one with Me in spirit and there is no separation. Strengthen yourself spiritually by constant communion with Me. 

        I urge you to protect your times of praise, which is a weapon, worship, fasting and prayer.  Study My word, immersing yourself in truth so that your mind is renewed. Put on the full armour of God to take the ground. Then stand in victory. Do not neglect meeting together, sharing bread and wine.  Community which offers mutual edification, sharpening and loving support is vital in the days ahead.

        When challenges come, do not resist. The natural response is to stop or, at least, shrink back. How about leaning in? You know that difficult times build perseverance and perseverance builds character, character that is strong enough to carry the weight of your call.

        I need you to stay strong in your faith as you fearlessly pursue what I have called you to do. Be those ones who are spiritually robust enough to carry My glory as you partner with Me to see the Kingdom bear much fruit and the harvest of souls. I am raising up My Warrior Bride!

        Activation:

        Prayerfully read through the Word and ask the Lord to highlight anything you need to do to strengthen yourself spiritually. Are there spiritual disciplines which you have neglected?  Do you need to deal with fear, self-doubt or lack of confidence? What do you need to put in place to take hold of what God has called you to?

        Christian Conduct

        Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you through and through [that is, separate you from profane and vulgar things, make you pure and whole and undamaged—consecrated to Him—set apart for His purpose]; and may your spirit and soul and body be kept complete and [be found] blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

        1 Thessalonians 5:23 (AMP)

        Instructions and Greetings

        Be on guard; stand firm in your faith [in God, respecting His precepts and keeping your doctrine sound]. Act like [mature] men and be courageous; be strong.

        1 Corinthians 16:13 (AMPC)

        The Fight Against Evil

        10 Finally, let the mighty strength of the Lord make you strong.

        11  Put on all the armor that God gives, so you can defend yourself against the devil’s tricks.

        12 We are not fighting against humans. We are fighting against forces and authorities and against rulers of darkness and powers in the spiritual world.

        13 So put on all the armor that God gives. Then when that evil day[a] comes, you will be able to defend yourself. And when the battle is over, you will still be standing firm.

        Ephesians 6:10-13 (CEV)

        Footnotes

        [a] 6.13 that evil day: Either the present (see 5.16) or “the day of death” or “the day of judgment.”

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          The Good and the Bad Side of Cold Weather

          How do you feel about cold weather?

          As with anything, cold weather has two sides to it; a good and bad side.

          When I think of cold weather, I must say that evenings spent indoors, huddled up on the sofa in a nice warm blanket, with my favourite snacks (whilst listening to my favourite music or watching a movie) really warms my heart. It’s at moments like these that I can clearly count my reasons to be thankful.

          Unfortunately, if I’m going through a period of depression, I tend to count the things I DON’T have, which is never a good thing.

          Lion Bites – Global Prophetic Alliance – Set Apart For Me

          At this time of transition, when many in the Body of Christ are poised, ready to step into new assignments and see promises fulfilled, remember whose you are and who you are. I call you to be Holy because I am Holy, and you are made in My image. My Bride, in humility, cry out for Me to release a Fear of the Lord and a burning desire for Holiness as you consecrate yourselves afresh.

          Living a life which is holy and set apart for Me will protect you from the wiles of the enemy and the distractions of the world.  Shape your lives as ones who live victoriously for Jesus, so that you can overcome every temptation in thought, word, and deed.  Determine to keep your hearts and minds pure, at peace and focused on Me.

          I call you to this life which is energetic and blazing with holiness because of the increasingly dark days you are living in. Without holiness piercing the world’s darkness and revealing a way forward that is drenched in light, no one will see Me. I am the One who has called you and I will be faithful to complete the work in you. I am coming back for a pure and spotless bride, and I will have My prize.

          Activation:

          As the Holy Spirit leads, ask the Lord to show you any areas of compromise or complacency in your heart and life. If conviction comes, spend time in confession and repentance. Where appropriate, pray in agreement with a friend or leader for a right fear of the Lord. Surrender afresh and ask Holy Spirit to help you walk in new levels of consecration in the days ahead.

          Christian Conduct

          Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you through and through [that is, separate you from profane and vulgar things, make you pure and whole and undamaged—consecrated to Him—set apart for His purpose]; and may your spirit and soul and body be kept complete and [be found] blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

          1 Thessalonians 5:23 (AMP)

          A Father’s Discipline

          Continually pursue peace with everyone, and the sanctification without which no one will [ever] see the Lord.

          Hebrews 12:14 (AMP)

          A Living Hope, and a Sure Salvation

          14 [Live] as obedient children [of God]; do not be conformed to the evil desires which governed you in your ignorance [before you knew the requirements and transforming power of the good news regarding salvation].

          15 But like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves in all your conduct [be set apart from the world by your godly character and moral courage];

          16 because it is written, “TOU SHALL BE HOLY (set apart), FOR I AM HOLY.”

          1 Peter 1:14-16 (AMP)

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          Lion Bites – Global Prophetic Alliance – Master Over the Elements

          I Am the God who quiets the storm and stills the sea. Wind and weather obey My command. Creation and all the elements of nature bow to My orders. There is no storm too mighty; no earthquake too heavy; no flood too strong; no fire too raging for Me that I would not be Lord over it. I Am the Master over the elements! Trust My authority and trust the authority I gave you.

          Remember when I was on the boat with My disciples and suddenly a furious storm came up.

          They were so afraid while I was still sleeping. They woke Me up in despair. Fear in their eyes; no faith or confidence. They cried: Lord, save us! And I just got up and rebuked the winds and the waves and it was completely calm. My disciples were so amazed and exclaimed: “What kind of man is this? Even the winds and the waves obey Him.” (Matthew
          8:23-27)

          And I tell you: If you believe and trust Me, you will do the same works that I have done and you will do even greater things than I did. Therefore, let Me challenge you into the greater things, into greater trust and into greater possibilities. Trust ME, the Master over the elements and the Lord of the impossible, and you will see mountains moved, storms calmed, fires quenched, people healed and freed. You have watched Me do it, now YOU do it!

          Activation:

          Read Matthew 8:23-27. As you read it, imagine yourself in the boat. See Me getting up and commanding the wind and the waves. Experience the absolute calm afterwards.

          Now, read it a second time. But this time I command You that You get up and calm the wind and the waves. Do my actions! Speak my words! Do it in my authority! I have given you this authority. You have to get used to doing what I did, under My command and under My control. You have to learn to do things My way, in absolute trust in Me.

          You might have to act the passage out a second and third time – I want you to see, hear, feel and experience what it does in the spiritual realm, in the natural realm, and in yourself when you use My authority over the elements of nature.

          Discipleship Tested

          23 When He got into the boat, His disciples followed Him.

          24 And suddenly a violent storm arose on the sea, so that the boat was being covered by the waves; but Jesus was sleeping.

          25 And the disciples went and woke Him, saying, “Lord, save us, we are going to die!”

          26 He said to them, “Why are you afraid, you men of little faith?” Then He got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and there was [at once] a great and wonderful calm [a perfect peacefulness].

          27 The men wondered in amazement, saying, “What kind of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey Him?”

          Matthew 8:23-27 (AMP)

          I assure you and most solemnly say to you, anyone who believes in Me [as Savior] will also do the things that I do; and he will do even greater things than these [in extent and outreach], because I am going to the Father.

          John 14:12 (AMP)

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          Lion Bites – Global Prophetic Alliance – A Straight Path

          Take My hand and let Me lead you. Do not be disturbed by your earthly circumstances nor by the unexpected twists and turns in the path set before you. The path is straight despite how you see it through the demands of this world; the tugging and pulling of good works rather than My works. 

          Keep close and listen to My voice. Hold My hand so that you are always aligned to My purpose. I know that it can sometimes feel like you are playing a game of ‘Twister’ as earthly demands exert their pull on you. Do not let go of My hand so that I can lead you and reveal to you how to navigate all of this “stuff.”Come, let us go forward together!

          Activation:

          Read 1 Samuel 14:8-14 in your preferred translation aloud. In this passage, Jonathan speaks with confidence as he demonstrates that he knew his authority rested in God. Spend some time asking Holy Spirit to speak and guide you as you study this passage. Ask for the gift of confidence to be bold in following the Lord’s leading.

          8 Jonathan said, “See now, we are going to cross over to the [Philistine] men and reveal ourselves to them.

          9 If they say to us, ‘Wait until we come to you,’ then we will stand in our place and not go up to them.

          10 But if they say, ‘Come up to us,’ we will go up, for the Lord has handed them over to us; and this shall be the sign to us.”

          11 When both of them revealed themselves to the garrison of the Philistines, the Philistines said, “Look, the Hebrews are coming out of the holes where they have hidden themselves.”

          12 So the men of the garrison responded to Jonathan and his armor bearer, “Come up to us and we will tell you something.” Jonathan said to his armor bearer, “Climb up after me, for the Lord has given them into the hands of Israel.”

          13 Then Jonathan climbed up on his hands and feet, his armor bearer following after him. The enemy fell before Jonathan [in combat], and his armor bearer killed some of them after him.

          14 That first slaughter which Jonathan and his armor bearer made was about twenty men within about half a [plow] furrow in a plot of land [the area of which a yoke of oxen could plow in a day].

          1 Samuel 14:8-14 (AMP)

          Commit your way to the Lord;
          Trust in Him also and He will do it.

          Psalm 37:5 (AMP)

          Your ears will hear a word behind you, “This is the way, walk in it,” whenever you turn to the right or to the left.

          Isaiah 30:21 (AMP)

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          Lion Bites  – Global Prophetic Alliance – Partnership in Preparation

          Beloved, I recognize the frustration of this season. I recognize the frustration that comes from knowing that where you are positioned currently is no longer right and that I am calling you forward into a new assignment. You don’t yet, however, have all of the pieces. It feels as if the things you have dreamed about for years are within your grasp yet still slightly out of reach.

          I say to you today, I recognize the frustration of being caught between two places. Of being in the middle of the “not yet” of the new and the “not satisfied” of the old. My child, it is very important to not grow frustrated in the in-between. Will you trust Me in this space of the in-between to ensure that you are properly prepared for the new assignment that is before you?

          Lean in to Me and give Me the space required to prepare you fully for the stewardship of the new assignment I have for you. Do not give in to the temptation to grow frustrated. Do not listen to the voice of apathy. Tell hastiness to keep moving. Do not partner with these things and miss what I am doing. Instead, trust the process of preparation I am leading you through and lean in to Me.

          Activation:

          Take some time to quiet yourself and ask Holy Spirit to reveal to you what He is doing in and around you at this time. Invite Holy Spirit to speak to you or show you a picture or vision that explains how you are being prepared to move forward. Repent if necessary for partnering with frustration, hastiness, apathy, or anything else that would steal your openness to God’s plans and purposes.

          The Blessings of Redemption

          17 [I always pray] that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may grant you a spirit of wisdom and of revelation [that gives you a deep and personal and intimate insight] into the true knowledge of Him [for we know the Father through the Son].

          18 And [I pray] that the eyes of your heart [the very center and core of your being] may be enlightened [flooded with light by the Holy Spirit], so that you will know and cherish the [a]hope [the divine guarantee, the confident expectation] to which He has called you, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the [b]saints (God’s people),

          Ephesians 1:17-18 (AMP)

          Footnotes

          [a] Ephesians 1:18 In the NT the word “hope” expresses a cherished desire along with the confident assurance of obtaining that which is longed for.

          [b] Ephesians 1:18 See note v 1.

          Appeal to Unity

          9 God is faithful [He is reliable, trustworthy and ever true to His promise—He can be depended on], and through Him you were called into fellowship with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

          10 But I urge you, believers, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you be in full agreement in what you say, and that there be no divisions or factions among you, but that you be perfectly united in your way of thinking and in your judgment [about matters of the faith].

          1 Corinthians 1:9-10 (AMP)

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