Lion Bites – Global Prophetic Alliance – Perfect Peace

Peace I leave with you; My [perfect] peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be afraid.[Let My perfect peace calm you in every circumstance and give you courage and strength for every challenge.]

John 14:27 (AMP)

Do not underestimate the power of My peace. The world’s peace is the absence of chaos.  It deals with the external. It depends on circumstances and relationships being trouble and stress free.  My peace guards your heart and mind and brings rest, safety, wholeness and well-being to your soul, even in the midst of turmoil and storms.  

As Prince of Peace, I took authority over the storm and released the peace to subdue it from within.  My peace is in you.  It is My presence, discovered in life union with Me.  Where I rule, peace prevails.  In this time of fear and uncertainty for so many, the world desperately needs the gospel of peace.

The Apostle Paul knew from experience the supernatural power of divine grace and peace.  Whatever he was going through, his internal disposition was one of thanksgiving and peace. This is My heart’s desire for you. My death on the cross brought forgiveness, healing, and peace.

So, My beloved, no more splashing around in the shallow end striving to fix and control the temporal issues of life, living from the outside in.  I invite you into the much deeper waters of trust and surrender where you release all to Me.  In this place of confident rest, you will find life and perfect peace.

Activation:

Ask Holy Spirit to show you any areas where you are not at peace.  Are there triggers that cause you to react in the moment and lose your peace?  Receive God’s strategy to deal with these.  

Are there areas of great anxiety?  Bring one or two issues before the Lord, meditate on the Philippians passage, and receive His peace. Do this as often as you need to.

6 Do not be anxious or worried about anything, but in everything [every circumstance and situation] by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, continue to make your [specific] requests known to God. 

7 And the peace of God [that peace which reassures the heart, that peace] which transcends all understanding, [that peace which] stands guard over your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus [is yours].

Philippians 4:6-7 (AMP)

And He got up and [sternly] rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Hush, be still (muzzled)!” And the wind died down [as if it had grown weary] and there was [at once] a great calm [a perfect peacefulness].

Mark 4:39 (AMP)

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Friday Morning Scripture – John 14:16-31

Role of the Spirit

16 And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another [a]Helper (Comforter, Advocate, Intercessor—Counselor, Strengthener, Standby), to be with you forever— 

17 the Spirit of Truth, whom the world cannot receive [and take to its heart] because it does not see Him or know Him, but you know Him because He (the Holy Spirit) remains with you continually and will be in you.

18 “I will not leave you as orphans [comfortless, bereaved, and helpless]; I will come [back] to you.

19 After a little while the world will no longer see Me, but you will see Me; because I live, you will live also. 

20 On that day [when that time comes] you will know for yourselves that I am in My Father, and you are in Me, and I am in you. 

21 The person who has My commandments and keeps them is the one who [really] loves Me; and whoever [really] loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and reveal Myself to him [I will make Myself real to him].” 

22 Judas (not Iscariot) asked Him, “Lord, what has happened that You are going to reveal Yourself to us and not to the world?” 

23 Jesus answered, “If anyone [really] loves Me, he will keep My word (teaching); and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our dwelling place with him. 

24 One who does not [really] love Me does not keep My words. And the word (teaching) which you hear is not Mine, but is the Father’s who sent Me.

25 “I have told you these things while I am still with you. 

26 But the [b]Helper (Comforter, Advocate, Intercessor—Counselor, Strengthener, Standby), the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name [in My place, to represent Me and act on My behalf], He will teach you all things. And He will help you remember everything that I have told you.

27 Peace I leave with you; My [perfect] peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be afraid.[Let My perfect peace calm you in every circumstance and give you courage and strength for every challenge.] 

28 You heard Me tell you, ‘I am going away, and I am coming back to you.’ If you[really] loved Me, you would have rejoiced, because I am going [back] to the Father, for [c]the Father is greater than I. 

29 I have told you now before it happens, so that when it does take place, you may believe and have faith [in Me]. 

30 I will not speak with you much longer, for the ruler of the world (Satan) is coming. And he has no claim on Me [no power over Me nor anything that he can use against Me]; 

31 but so that the world may know [without any doubt] that I love the Father, I do exactly as the Father has commanded Me [and act in full agreement with Him]. Get up, let us go from here.

John 14:16-31 (AMP)

Footnotes

[a] John 14:16 Gr Paracletos, one called alongside to help.

[b] John 14:26 Gr Paracletos, one called alongside to help.

[c] John 14:28 The Father and the Son are equal—they share the same essence, but the Father was greater in His heavenly glory than the Son during the Son’s time of subordination as a man, cf 10:30; 17:5.

Friday Morning Scripture – Mark 4:37-41

Jesus Stills the Sea

35 On that [same] day, when evening had come, He said to them, “Let us go over to the other side [of the Sea of Galilee].” 

36 So leaving the crowd, they took Him with them, just as He was, in the boat. And other boats were with Him. 

37 And a [e]fierce windstorm began to blow, and waves were breaking over the boat, so that it was already being swamped. 

38 But Jesus was in the stern, asleep [with His head] on the [sailor’s leather] cushion. And they woke Him and said to Him, “Teacher, do You not care that we are about to die?” 

39 And He got up and [sternly] rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Hush, be still (muzzled)!” And the wind died down [as if it had grown weary] and there was [at once] a great calm [a perfect peacefulness]. 

40 Jesus said to them, “Why are you afraid? Do you still have no faith and confidence [in Me]?” 41 They were filled with great fear, and said to each other, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?”

Mark 4:37-41 (AMP)

Footnotes

[a] Mark 4:37 The Sea of Galilee is famous for its sudden and severe storms, produced by winds that funnel through the passes and canyons of the surrounding hills and create severe turbulence on the water. As experienced fishermen, the disciples knew that this was an almost constant risk in their profession.

Lion Bites – Global Prophetic Alliance – Firmly Planted

My courageous one, where the world wavers back and forth you need to be one who isn’t tossed to and fro. The rain and winds will come. But I have promised to be with you in the midst of the storm.

Keep yourself anchored in Me. Being anchored in Me will keep you steady. 

As you stand on the firm foundation of who I am, you will be a witness to those around you. It will show that the truth of who I Am will never fail. As you stand on the foundation of My Word, you will find yourself remaining steady and strong. 

The world can swing at a moment’s notice, but I need My people to be firmly planted on the rock of Christ. A living example of the peace that I bring, which is beyond all wordly understanding.

No more teetering. 

No more wobbling. 

Will you choose to be firmly planted in an ever-changing world?

Activation: 

Read Matthew 7:24-27 and spend time asking God how you personally can be firmly planted in Him. Ask Holy Spirit to reveal to you any areas that you are currently teetering on – release these to Him now. Ask for revelation of how you can stand firm in His strength, and not your own.

As a prophetic act, take a step forward and declare out loud that you are firmly planted on the rock and will not be tossed to and fro. Do this this whenever you feel yourself start to wobble.

The Two Foundations

24 “So everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them, will be like a wise man [a far-sighted, practical, and sensible man] who built his house on the rock. 

25 And the rain fell, and the floods and torrents came, and the winds blew and slammed against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had been founded on the rock. 

26 And everyone who hears these words of Mine and does not do them, will be like a foolish (stupid) man who built his house on the sand. 

27 And the rain fell, and the floods and torrents came, and the winds blew and slammed against that house; and it fell—and great and complete was its fall.”

Matthew 7:24-27 (AMP)

2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord,
And on His law [His precepts and teachings] he [habitually] meditates day and night.

3 And he will be like a tree firmly planted [and fed] by streams of water,
Which yields its fruit in its season;
Its leaf does not wither;
And in whatever he does, he prospers [and comes to maturity].

Psalm 1:2-3 (AMP)

God Sustains His Servant.

To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David.

1 I waited patiently and expectantly for the Lord;
And He inclined to me and heard my cry.

2 He brought me up out of a horrible pit [of tumult and of destruction], out of the miry clay,
And He set my feet upon a rock, steadying my footsteps and establishing my path.

Psalm 40:1-2 (AMP)

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Thursday Morning Scripture – Psalm 1

The Righteous and the Wicked Contrasted.

1 [a]Blessed [fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God] is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked [following their advice and example],
Nor stand in the path of sinners,
Nor sit [down to rest] in the seat of [b]scoffers (ridiculers).

2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord,
And on His law [His precepts and teachings] he [habitually] meditates day and night.

3 And he will be like a tree firmly planted [and fed] by streams of water,
Which yields its fruit in its season;
Its leaf does not wither;
And in whatever he does, he prospers [and comes to maturity].

4 The wicked [those who live in disobedience to God’s law] are not so,
But they are like the chaff [worthless and without substance] which the wind blows away.

5 Therefore the wicked will not stand [unpunished] in the judgment,
Nor sinners in the assembly of the righteous.

6 For the Lord knows and fully approves the way of the righteous,
But the way of the wicked shall perish.

Psalm 1:1-6 (AMP)

Footnotes

[a] Psalm 1:1 This has been called “The Preface Psalm” because in some respects it introduces the complete book of Psalms as a godly message. It opens with a benediction, “Blessed,” as does the Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5:3).

[b] Psalm 1:1 i.e. shallow thinkers who are quick to mock or disdain.

    Thursday Morning Scripture – Psalm 19

    The Works and the Word of God.

    To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David.

    1 The heavens are telling of the glory of God;
    And the expanse     [of heaven] is declaring the work of His hands.

    2 Day after day pours forth speech,
    And night after night reveals knowledge.

    3 There is no speech, nor are there [spoken] words [from the stars];
    Their voice is not heard.

    4 Yet their voice [in quiet evidence] has gone out through all the earth,
    Their words to the end of the world.
    In them and in the heavens He has made a tent for the sun,

    5 Which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber;
    It rejoices as a strong man to run his course.

    6 The sun’s rising is from one end of the heavens,
    And its circuit to the other end of them;
    And there is nothing hidden from its heat.

    7 The law of the Lord is perfect (flawless), restoring and refreshing the soul;
    The statutes of the Lord are reliable and trustworthy, making wise the simple.

    8 The precepts of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart;
    The commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes.

    9 The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever;
    The judgments of the Lord are true, they are righteous altogether.

    10 They are more desirable than gold, yes, than much fine gold;
    Sweeter also than honey and the drippings of the honeycomb.

    11 Moreover, by them Your servant is warned [reminded, illuminated, and instructed];
    In keeping them there is great reward.

    12 Who can understand his errors oromissions? Acquit me of hidden (unconscious, unintended) faults.

    13 Also keep back Your servant from presumptuous (deliberate, willful) sins;
    Let them not rule and have control over me.
    Then I will be blameless     (complete),
    And I shall be acquitted of great transgression.

    14 Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
    Be acceptable and pleasing in Your sight,
    O Lord, my     [firm, immovable] rock and my Redeemer.

    Psalm 19:1-14 (AMP)

    Thursday Morning Scripture – Psalm 40

    God Sustains His Servant

    To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David.

    1 I waited patiently and expectantly for the LORD;
    And He inclined to me and heard my cry.

    2 He brought me up out of a horrible pit [of tumult and of destruction], out of the miry clay,
    And He set my feet upon a rock, steadying my footsteps and establishing my path.

    3 He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God;
    Many will see and fear     [with great reverence]
    And will trust confidently in the LORD.

    4 Blessed [fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God] is the man who makes the LORD his trust,
    And does not regard the proud nor those who lapse into lies.

    5 Many, O LORD my God, are the wonderful works which You have done,
    And Your thoughts toward us;
    There is none to compare with You.
    If I would declare and speak of your wonders,
    They would be too many to count.

    6 Sacrifice and meal offering You do not desire, nor do You delight in them;
    You have opened my ears and given me the capacity to hear     [and obey Your word];
    Burnt offerings and sin offerings You do not require.

    7 Then I said, “Behold, I come [to the throne];
    In the scroll of the book it is written of me.

    8 “I delight to do Your will, O my God;
    Your law is within my heart.”

    9 I have proclaimed good news of righteousness [and the joy that comes from obedience to You] in the great assembly;
    Behold, I will not restrain my lips     [from proclaiming Your righteousness],
    As You know, O LORD.

    10 I have not concealed Your righteousness within my heart;
    I have proclaimed Your faithfulness and Your salvation.
    I have not concealed Your lovingkindness and Your truth from the great assembly.

    11 Do not withhold Your compassion and tender mercy from me, O LORD;
    Your lovingkindness and Your truth will continually preserve me.

    12 For innumerable evils have encompassed me;
    My sins have overtaken me, so that I am not able to see.
    They are more numerous than the hairs of my head,
    And my heart has failed me.

    13 Be pleased, O LORD, to save me;
    O LORD, make haste to help me.

    14 Let those be ashamed and humiliated together
    Who seek my life to destroy it;
    Let those be turned back     [in defeat] and dishonored
    Who delight in my hurt.

    15 Let those be appalled and desolate because of their shame
    Who say to me, “Aha, aha     [rejoicing in my misfortune]!”

    16 Let all who seek You rejoice and be glad in You;
    Let those who love Your salvation say continually,
    “The LORD be magnified!”

    17 Even though I am afflicted and needy,
    Still the LORD takes thought and is mindful of me.
    You are my help and my rescuer.
    O my God, do not delay.

    Psalm 40:1-17 (AMP)

    Lion Bites – Global Prophetic Alliance – Raise a Holy Roar

    Shout to Me, My Daughter!

    Shout to Me, My Son!

    Lift up your voices and shout to Me!

    Let your heart’s cry be heard!

    My Beloved, the cry of your heart needs to be heard in heaven and on earth. Your voice matters. Your holy roar needs to be released. It will set free My power and My victory, and cause My kingdom to break in. 

    Shout for your Lord and for His Kingdom – express your longing for My breakthroughs in a desperate battle cry! This is not a thought in your mind nor a whisper from your lips. It is a cry that emerges from the depth of your heart. Shout without restraints, without fear of men. 

    It is the shout of My enslaved people for freedom. It is the shout of My mistreated ones for justice. It is the cry of the blind ones for their sight to be restored, of the deaf to hear, of the lame to walk. It is the pleading of parents before the Lord for their prodigals to return. It is the declaration of faith passed on in triumph from one generation to another. It is the battle cry of My warrior Bride for victory in the face of the enemies.

    Activation:

    Go to a place where you are free to be “loud”. In this safe place let the cry of your heart come out. It may start slowly and gently. But then let it grow louder and louder. It might have rhythm or melody or words – it might not. Express your feelings, your longings, your desperation – whatever is in the depth of your heart. Let it out as it comes. Let your holy roar out! Shout to your Lord without restraint. As your confidence with this grows, consider doing it with your family, in a small group or in a church setting as Holy Spirit leads you.

    The Thirsting Soul Satisfied in God.

    A Psalm of David; when he was in the wilderness of Judah.

    1 O God, You are my God; with deepest longing I will seek You;
    My     [a]soul [my life, my very self] thirsts for You, my flesh longs and sighs for You,
    In a dry and weary land where there is no water.

    2  So I have gazed upon You in the sanctuary,
    To see Your power and Your glory.

    3 Because Your lovingkindness is better than life,
    My lips shall praise You.

    Psalm 63:1-3 (AMP)

    Footnote

    [a] 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,”

    3 Great is the Lord, and highly to be praised,
    And His greatness is     [so vast and profound as to be] unsearchable [incomprehensible to man].
    4 
    One generation shall praise Your works to another,
    And shall declare Your mighty and remarkable acts.

    Psalm 145:3-4 (AMP)

    A Psalm of Praise.

    1 O praise the Lord, all you nations!
    Praise Him, all you people!

    2 For His lovingkindness prevails over us [and we triumph and overcome through Him],
    And the truth of the Lord endures forever.
    Praise the Lord!     (Hallelujah!)

    Psalm 117 (AMP)