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Saturday, March 21, 2020

“This Shaking Is Not for Destruction, but for Transformation” – Arleen Westerhof, Netherlands Prophetic Council



“This Shaking Is Not for Destruction, but for Transformation” – Arleen Westerhof, Netherlands Prophetic Council

March 20, 2020 Arleen Westerhof, The Netherlands



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Dear Elijah List Readers,

It’s important to receive from our European prophets. Here is an important word by Arleen Westerhof.

I don’t normally put in a personal correspondence between other prophets and myself, but I felt it would give you a flavor of how we all communicate at times like this.

So here it is…from Prophet Arleen Westerhof:

Dear Steve and Derene, 
I hope you’re both doing well and are at peace in these tumultuous times. We’ve talked a few times at the Global Prophetic Consultation meeting in 2018 and at the ACPE meeting in Dallas last November. You’ve published several of my prophetic words in the past. Back then, I led the Netherlands Prophetic Council. Now I also co-lead the European Prophetic Council together with Dr. Sharon Stone.

I want to say “thanks” to you both for getting life-giving prophetic words out there when hope and perspective are so badly needed right now.

Here’s my contribution to the mix. It’s called: “This shaking is not for destruction, but for transformation.”

Abundant blessings to you both,

Dr. Arleen Westerhof,
Founder and Director, Netherlands Prophetic Council

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“This Shaking Is Not for Destruction, but for Transformation” Arleen Westerhof, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Concerning the coronavirus, the Lord would say, “When I am lifted up I will draw all men unto Me” (John 12:32). This text refers to Jesus being lifted up on the Cross. As I waited on the Lord, however, I kept seeing the replica of a poisonous bronze “snake” being lifted up on a pole: “So the Lord sent poisonous snakes among the people, and many were bitten and died. Then the people came to Moses and cried out, ‘We have sinned by speaking against the Lord and against you. Pray that the Lord will take away the snakes.’ So Moses prayed for the people.

Then the Lord told him, ‘Make a replica of a poisonous snake and attach it to a pole. All who are bitten will live if they simply look at it.’ So Moses made a snake out of bronze and attached it to a pole. Then anyone who was bitten by a snake could look at the bronze snake and be healed!” (Num. 21:6-9).

The Serpent and God’s Judgment on ItThe book of Genesis tells us that it was the serpent that was responsible for death, destruction, sickness and disease entering the world. The serpent lied and Adam and Eve chose to act independently of God: “‘You won’t die!’ the serpent replied to the woman. ‘God knows that your eyes will be opened as soon as you eat it, and you will be like God, knowing both good and evil'” (Gen. 3:4-5).

This is the same spirit that Isaiah talks about: “How you are fallen from Heaven, O shining star, son of the morning! You have been thrown down to the earth, you who destroyed the nations of the world. For you said to yourself, ‘I will ascend to Heaven and set my throne above God’s stars. I will preside on the mountain of the gods far away in the north. I will climb to the highest heavens and be like the Most High.'” (Isa. 14:12-14).

Jesus’ attitude was completely different: “So Jesus said, ‘When you have lifted up the Son of Man on the Cross, then you will understand that I AM He. I do nothing on My own but say only what the Father taught Me. And the one who sent Me is with Me – He has not deserted Me. For I always do what pleases Him'” (John 8:28-29). In Numbers 21 God took the very thing that was the source of death and destruction, and by His power, transformed it into a source of life.

Much later, Jesus’ death on the Cross and resurrection became the ultimate source of life for us all.

God’s judgment on the snake in Genesis 3 was clear: “Then the Lord God said to the serpent, ‘Because you have done this, you are cursed more than all animals, domestic and wild. You will crawl on your belly, groveling in the dust as long as you live. And I will cause hostility between you and the woman, and between your offspring and her offspring. He will strike your head, and you will strike his heel'” (Gen. 3:14-15).

God is busy exposing the works of this serpent (death, destruction and destabilization) in our times.

What I hear God saying on both a macro and personal level is this:

1. It’s time to lift up our eyes and fix our gaze on Jesus, our Source of life (John 3:14-16). Don’t allow yourself to be distracted by fear.

2. “Corona” means crown. There is, however, only One who wears the crown and that is Jesus Christ: “I am the Lord; that is My name! I will not give My glory to anyone else, nor share My praise with carved idols” (Isa. 42:8).

3. Globalization is not God’s idea. God is the Creator of nations (Gen. 11). He is the One who established languages, ethnicities and geographical borders. It was never His intention for one nation to dominate others as China is doing today. We have to start to rethink our global supply chains.

4. As nations and as individuals, we need to start to treasure our unique identities and callings in Christ. We cannot afford to give them away, or sell them, in the name of financial gain. For example, according to Arthur Burke, the Netherlands is a “giver” nation. This means that the concepts of stewardship and caring for others are very important to those of us from this nation.

We are called to release life-giving generational blessings into family lines. We are called to produce life-giving systems through holiness and intimacy with God.

The United States is a “prophet/ruler” nation where concepts like freedom and helping others to walk in their callings are important. Superstates in which nations relinquish their national identities are not God’s idea.

Shaking

God is shaking things at this time. He is the One behind the shaking. This is as true for us as individuals as it is for our nations: “When God spoke from Mount Sinai His voice shook the earth, but now He makes another promise: ‘Once again I will shake not only the earth but the heavens also.’ This means that all of creation will be shaken and removed, so that only unshakable things will remain” (Heb. 12:26-27).

The Greek word for “removed” is “metathesis.” This means “transfer: from one place to another.” However, it also means “change.” This is important because this shaking is not meant for our destruction (even though it hurts) but for our transformation.

In this season in which God has pressed the pause button on our economies and our lives, it is time to allow Him to work deeply in us, to root out all of our fears, pain and busyness. As we do, He will change and prepare us for the major positive moves of God that await.*

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Arleen Westerhof
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Arleen Westerhof is the founder and facilitator of the Netherlands Prophetic Council and is the lead pastor of the God’s Embassy Church in Amsterdam together with her husband Dick. Arleen has a passion to help Believers receive revelation aimed at advancing God’s Kingdom on every one of the Seven Mountains of influence. As such, she is also an advisor to The Coalition for Apostolic Reformation (CAR), a network devoted to promoting the message of the Gospel of the Kingdom and the Seven Mountains in the Netherlands, and the Coordinator of the European Economic Summit.

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Sunday, March 24, 2019

3 Prophetic Words for This Season: 'Build, Transformation, Transition' - JOE JOE DAWSON CHARISMA NEWS

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3 Prophetic Words for This Season: 'Build, Transformation, Transition'

JOE JOE DAWSON  CHARISMA NEWS
Recently, in a time of corporate prayer, the Lord spoke three words to me: build, transformation, transition. The Lord has been speaking to me about the word "build" for several months now. In November 2018, the Lord was speaking to me about how the first 90 days of 2019 would be a season to build, move forward and accelerate. So, when the Lord spoke the word "transformation" to me after this, I knew that what He was saying is that it not only a time to build, but whatever we are building will be transformational. Whatever you are building in this season, God is going to use it, and it will bring transformation to your sphere of influence.
Transformational growth must come in order to prepare us for transition. Whenever God builds anything or prepares anyone, He is preparing them to be strong, because God builds for longevity. God is building foundations in this season. In order for a tree to grow tall and remain healthy, its root must go down deep into the soil to sustain its growth. Whenever an architect builds a skyscraper, he must dig deeper down and lay a firm foundation in order to support the height of the building. God is building individuals, businesses, ministries, marriages, families and organizations in order to bring transformational growth.
God is building firm foundations of character and integrity in many people in this season. You need to be seeking the Lord in holiness and in preparation for the transformation God will work in you and through you. The transformation is for the transition.
"Transition" is a trendy word in the church culture today, but I really believe that God is preparing many in this season for an upcoming transition. But don't transition out of one thing into the next without clear direction from the Lord. Transition is coming to you in order to advance the kingdom of God. If God transitions you into something new, it is to bring transformation to that area. Whenever God places us somewhere, God is strategically placing us not just for ourselves, but for everyone around us. God transitions us to bring shifts to wherever He places us.
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This is a time to build for transformation and for transition. This is a time to build whatever God has asked you to put your hands to in this hour. I really feel like this month is a time where God is completing things and establishing many for the transformation and transition that are coming in the months ahead. 
Joe Joe Dawson is the founder and apostle of ROAR Apostolic Network and ROAR Church Texarkana. Joe Joe is married to the love of his life, Autumn Dawson, and they have three children: Malachi, Judah and Ezra. The Dawsons live and teach a lifestyle of revival and awakening. Their desire is to see every believer fulfill their God-given destiny and live life to the fullest in God. Joe Joe is also the author of Living Your God-Sized Dream and Recipe for Revival. To connect with Joe Joe or for more information, visitjoejoedawson.net.
This article originally appeared at joejoedawson.net.
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Friday, October 26, 2018

"The Angel of Movement is Bringing Greater Speeds of Acceleration!" Fiorella Giordano - The Elijah List

Fiorella Giordano: "The Angel of Movement is Bringing Greater Speeds of Acceleration!"


The Elijah List  Oct 26, 2018

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I am always pumped after reading prophetic articles by some of our featured Millennial authors. They certainly carry a "zeal" for the things of God that makes me want to go after MORE in fresh, new ways.
You'll be greatly encouraged in this latest article with dream encounters about the "Angel of Movement" that Fiorella Giordano recently had.
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One of the main assignments of this angel is to break delay. He brings acceleration and advancement on many levels. He awakens not only movement, but pioneering movements that will bring the Kingdom in the earth on a greater level...
Now there is much more revelation in this, but I will let you read it for yourself.
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A few days ago I was visited by the Angel of Movement in my dreams. I have been processing the revelation that's been coming to me since then. In my first dream, He spoke to me about the architecture of divine movement. He said I must begin to think of movement as a system, a mechanism with many parts. I discerned that in order to go into greater speeds of acceleration and also in order to steward movement better, a greater measure of understanding was needed.
Understanding Heavenly Systems
The angel brought understanding into heavenly systems that facilitate Kingdom momentum of glory, of life, of restoration; with also systems of justice, systems of creativity, systems of abundance, systems of hope and systems of time. It was as if I could see the pieces that made up the whole of what caused things to flow. I could see how creation and the 7 days were like systems set in motion by the voice of God. I could see how the prophetic decree gives movement and life into cycles of Heaven that expand and touch many areas of life.
I was stunned at the infinity of God's goodness, His vastness and His ability to bring forth life and sustain it. He is desiring to fill us with the knowledge of His will, His purpose, His plan, His blueprint; revealing His divine design of eternal love working through faith, for the Kingdom.
I have only encountered this angel two other times and it was almost 9 months ago. I sense that in this hour there are things that are being brought into a fullness to be born into acceleration.
Breaking Delay and Advance!
One of the main assignments of this angel is to break delay. He brings acceleration and advancement on many levelsHe awakens not only movement, but pioneering movements that will bring the Kingdom in the earth on a greater level. He partners closely with the "Angel of the Winds of Change." He functions inside quantum levels in dimensions of time breaking delay from the past, the present and the future—and brings movement where things are dead or stagnant. (Photo via Unsplash)
I sense that there is an unveiling of blueprints at hand. Not just directions, but understanding into the many parts and pieces you and others are stewarding, in order to guard and steward the purpose of these parts, and to sustain an increase flow.
New Perspective to Unlock Blueprints of Destiny
Later, after processing the dream, I understood that one of the first places where delay is being broken is in our understanding of the things of God. God has ordained the fear of the Lord to mark this year. One of the first movements in this season will be a departing of evil. Not just evil as obvious sin and wrong doing, but evil that pollutes the mind and pollutes our understanding. This also includes misguided thinking such as chaos, confusion, fear, doubt and all that encompasses carnal thinking and mindsets.
Can't You Talk Louder, God?
There is understanding being released to depart from the things that take away from the fullness of the movement of God to depart from the things that subtract from the increase God is intending to bring. This new perspective will unlock the blueprints of destiny. It will unlock the aerial view to advance in the vision God is giving.
"Thus says the Lord: 'Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his riches, but let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the Lord who practices steadfast love, justice, and righteousness in the earth. For in these things I delight,' declares the Lord." (Jer. 9:23-24)
"And to man He said, 'Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to depart from evil is understanding.'" (Job 28:28)
Formula 1 Transformations
In my second dream, I saw vehicles being transformed to function in circuits of higher speeds. They were being expertly remodeled and prepared for this new season to withstand anything that would come against them. Every facet of movement in the vehicles were being safeguarded. Every piece was like an instrument in an orchestra, made to harmonize with new speed and circuit.
The changes in these transformations were done very quickly. Vehicles' infrastructures where completely changed. I noticed that many of them were like formula 1 cars, but also resembling a modern-day chariot. They had room for a couple passengers but not baggage. I believe that these transformations into higher dimensions of speed will require these cars to carry no baggage from their past. The new mobility will require a commitment to the goal.
I believe vehicles often time symbolize ministries, but also any type of movement to the ebb and flow of a person's life, their ministries, giftings, anointings and businesses. So whatever they put their actions to is being fashioned to travel quickly into the destined future. (Photo via Unsplash)
Where you have felt stalled or delayed, God is bringing a transformation to the way you have moved in the past. He is bringing transformation to advance you further. A transformation that will allow you to go at a speed you have not been able to reach before. Your systems (moving pieces) of giftings, of outlets and of life are being upgraded for a greater speed. I believe the Angel of Movement is being released right now to facilitate this transformation, to facilitate understanding into the flow of the purposes of God, and to facilitate and increase momentum in doors and circumstances.
There is a spiritual promotion to seat you securely into heavenly purpose in order to enter into the prize of the upward call of God in your life. Keep your gaze upon the One who is seated on the throne.
"Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." (Phil. 3:13-14) (To Subscribe to the Elijah List subscribe here.)
Fiorella Giordano
8th Ocean - Sound & Love in Motion
Email: fiorella.giordano@eighthocean.org
Website: www.eighthocean.org
Fiorella Giordano is a speaker, worship leader, poet, and creative. She functions as Seer, discerning the destiny of different spheres of society, especially Media, Music, Art, Technology, Science, and Government. She carries deep insight into times and seasons and their dispensations over this generation, movements, spheres, and nations. She had a season of angelic visitations in 2011 that marked her life with deep understanding concerning sound, the realms of eternity, creation, and abundant life. Her deepest desire is to see this earth transformed by the manifestation of the resurrection and life of Jesus, expressed in its renewed nature as a new creation. She currently resides in East Texas.
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Saturday, February 22, 2014

Bobby Conner: Purified, Prepared, and Predestined

Bobby Conner:
Purified, Prepared, and Predestined
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Bobby Conner
Days of Preparation

Beloved, we are in the midst of a great, divine acceleration in the Spirit. The Body of Christ is being prepared for a fresh, new day of God's plan. The Spirit of God is doing a new thing and we must be prepared to move with Him (see Isaiah 48:6-7). Although this process could take a long time to mature fully, God has been preparing us for this day for many years! 

We are moving into the destiny the Lord has prepared for us before the foundation of the world.

This is a season of preparation. 

The Spirit of Truth is dealing deeply with Believers, calling us to draw near to Christ Jesus Himself with a holiness and single-mindedness like we have never before experienced. The Lord's people are being groomed to encounter Him in the fiery cloud of His Presence, and God will be found by, and in, all who are seeking Him with their whole Deep Calls Unto Deep by Mike De Lorenzo heart (see Jeremiah 29:12-13).

Truly, "deep is calling unto deep" (see Psalm 42:7). This is not the time to remain half-hearted and shallow: Now is the time to launch out into the deep and cry out with the apostle Paul, "That I may know Him" (Philippians 3:10), to be conformed to His image and to carry His presence. The Bride is being prepared to experience true union with Christ, to know Him intimately in order to be like Him in every aspect of our being, in spirit, soul, and body.

Revelation of Purity

How is this transformation happening? The Spirit of Truth is highlighting purity and uprightness so we may all walk in true holiness and the fear of the Lord (see 2 Corinthians 7:1). 

This lifestyle is not legalism but purity produced by love and loyalty for Christ the King
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Truly, the Body of Christ is no longer satisfied with knowing our Lord and Savior as a doctrine of our mental understanding. As the Lord responds to the hunger of His people, He is revealing the Person of Jesus in the inward parts of our spirit. What we've understood with our "head knowledge," we will begin to experience through spiritual revelation. And as the eyes of our heart become enlightened, our character and lifestyle will be transformed (see Ephesians 1:17-18). 

Integrity and honesty will become paramount. 

We will live each day in such a manner that greatly pleases the Lord (see Colossians 1:9-10).

Revelation of Strategies
Springs of Life Key by Lillis BoyerAs a result of this deeper consecration to the Lord, many will receive divine strategies for this pivotal season (see John 16:13). 

The Spirit of Truth is releasing revelatory insights for all who are willing to hear Him with a heart set to obey what He is requesting (see James 1:22). 

Prepare to see an acceleration of the advancing of God's plans and purposes. God will have a people of purity and power, who live, move, and have their being in the absolute authority of Christ.

Revelation of Destiny

Whether or not you feel you are fulfilling your destiny, you are being prepared by the King of kings for His good purposes. You were chosen by God and have been given a divine destiny in eternities past. Why? The Lord is calling you to partner with Him to shape the future of the Kingdom of God (see 2 Corinthians 6:1)! This seems almost too marvelous to be true, but it is the Word of God. Ephesians 2:10 explains:

"For we are HIS workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them."

What does it mean to be "HIS workmanship"? The Greek term translated workmanship ispoiema, from which we derive the English word poem. Indeed, we are God's poem, written in ages past to be a living testimony of His presence on earth (see Psalm 139:16-17). Without exception, every Believer has been created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God has ordained for us.

Revelation of Anointing

In Yeshua's Presence by Jennifer PageThe desperate cry of many Believers is: "Oh, Lord, let Your works appear unto Your people" (see Psalm 90:16-17). The good news is that God's anointing rests upon pure, upright followers of Jesus, and we will fulfill His purposes on earth. God has not only ordained good works for us, but He has also provided the grace we need to perform these works (see Philippians4:13). We all have "an unction to function." Each one of us is anointed to fulfill the purposes of God (see Acts 1:8).

As we move deeper into this season of sensitivity and revelatory enlightenment, we must never forget that our calling and destiny, our chief aim, is to abide in our Beloved Jesus Christ, fixing our eyes on Him and Him alone. 

Only in His light do we see light (see Psalm 36:9). Only in His presence do we obtain a happy, holy heart (see Psalm 16:11).

Leaders With Pure Hearts

These marks of maturity are being seen in many lives, but it is imperative that leaders set an even higher standard for the Body of Christ. Purity of heart and purity of motives are required if we are to behold the Lord (see Hebrews 12:14). 

Divinely appointed leaders are emerging who have a single heart's goal to establish the King in His Kingdom on earth.

Heart of Fire and Passion by Lillis BoyerThis purity of heart is an absolute requirement for every Believer and leader, because we are entering into a season of signs and wonders on a level never before experienced. But we must be on the alert: the supernatural will be displayed not only from the Holy Spirit but also from the dark side. 

Scripture warns that, in the last days, deception will be strong (see Matthew 24:24). Even though the enemy will attempt to deceive many, Christ Jesus will have for Himself a people prepared to do greater works (see John14:12).

This is not a time for any Believer or leader in the Body of Christ to be humdrum, expecting only what we have seen and experienced before. We have never been where we are going now (see Joshua 3:4). 

We all must prepare for what is ahead: The call to embrace the awe of Almighty God. A wonderful, reverential fear of the Lord is returning to the people of God, releasing the wisdom of God (see Psalm 111:10).

The hearts and lives of millions are going to be touched and transformed by the power of God during these days, as God's people return to a radical love for Christ.

Amen!

Bobby Conner
Eagles View Ministries

Website: BobbyConner.org

Bobby Conner: This "Gentle Giant" is uniquely anointed with refreshing humor and razor-sharp prophetic accuracy, which has been documented around the world. Bobby's dynamic capacity to release outstanding demonstrations of the miraculous – healings, signs and wonders – reveals the very heart of the Father toward us! 

Surviving a dramatic abortion attempt by his mother, being rescued again by the hand of God from drug dealing and suicide, the story of Bobby Conner is a display of a man who now walks in his God-ordained destiny to set others free! Highly esteemed as an internationally acclaimed conference speaker, Bobby has ministered effectively to over 45 foreign countries as well as here in the States for many years.

Friday, January 17, 2014

Bill Burns: 2014 – A Year of Prophetic Alignment and Divine Fulfillment (The Elijah List)

Love For His People Editor's Note: I like sharing these words, as an encouragement to whomever will receive them. I also look to see how they align or add to those already shared.  I can relate to this one very much so, as I too have heard these things from others personally. Steve Martin
Bill Burns:
2014 – A Year of Prophetic Alignment 
and Divine Fulfillment
(The Elijah List)

Bill BurnsIn 2012 God began to reveal His divine government to the hearts of those who desired to live under His rule. In 2013 the Lord brought His order into the lives of those willing to live under His rule. Divine order has been established among His people.

2014 will be known to many as the "Year of Prophetic Alignment." In this season the Spirit of the Lord will align His people with His purposes. 

This alignment will be brought by way of revelation of God's purposes (plans) for individuals; these revelations will come through dreams, visions, prophetic words, signs, and wonders.

We must stand watch and listen so that the opportunities for alignment are not missed. When the revelation of God's purpose comes, you will be aligned, brought into spiritual positioning, to go through the door that is being opened to you.

Spiritual Doors

Spiritual doors will open to youSpiritual doors will open in this season that will bring you into a new spiritual landscape. It will become a place of elevation – a higher place than you have been before – a place of purpose.

Revelation 3:8 "I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength, have kept My word, and have not denied My name."

Once this door is opened to you and you enter into this spiritual environment, you will find the pathway that leads to the fulfillment of your destiny.

The Pathway

Some time ago I had a vision of a pathway that leads to spiritual understanding. The pathway went up a mountain and was called the "Ancient Pathway." I understood that this was the pathway that the prophets of old walked on. As you begin to follow this path, you will see more clearly that which the Lord is showing you, and you will become more supernatural than you are now.

Jesus, the Prince of PeaceThe doors will open and the pathways will be revealed in this season, because this is a season of divine fulfillment.

Isaiah 42:16 "I will bring the blind by a way they did not know; I will lead them in paths they have not known. I will make darkness light before them, and crooked places straight. These things I will do for them, and not forsake them."

A Season of Transformation

This will be a time in which great grace will be on those who follow the path that the Lord has established for them. There will be designated places on the pathway that will become flash points of God's glory that will transform them.

2 Corinthians 3:18 "But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord."

This transformation will align us with the mind of Christ (see 1 Corinthians 2:16). Our thoughts will become more Christ-like.

Romans 12:2 "And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God."

A Season of Restoration

A "Season of Restoration" has begun and will continue into 2014. 

The first three months will become key months in which to believe for restoration.


December 2013 Small Straws by Marsha Burns: "The process of restoration has begun. Move with it in faith that what has begun will come to a full completion. Trust Me to help you move forward with strength and in the power of My Spirit,"says the Lord. "Refuse to allow fear to derail your progress. Stand unwavering and be resolute. 

Be renewed in faith, in hope, and in peace. The work of the enemy to tear you down has been formidable, but I will restore what has been torn down. I will strengthen what has become weakened through attacks on your body, soul, and spirit. Yield to My power to build you up and prepare you to fulfill My purposes in your life. Yours is to overcome the despair that has developed as a result of relentless difficulties and begin to look to better days," says the Lord."

A season of restorationIn a vision I found myself in an old house that was in need of repair. I heard the bells of destiny, and was suddenly engulfed in a whirlwind of the Spirit of God that removed the structure of the house from around me. 

There I stood in midair with the things of the earth that weighed me down removed from me. The light of God was all around me and above and beneath me. I felt light as air; without hindrance. I was aware of a unity with God that manifested without any effort on my part. It was beautiful, exhilarating, refreshing, and revitalizing.

My youth was restored. And, I heard the voice of the Lord: "Beloved, I see and know your struggles and the weariness you have experienced. But, I tell you truly that a time of restoration and healing is upon you. Relax and receive all that I have for you."

Isaiah 40:31 "But those who wait on the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.

A Season of Perfection

Spiritual doors will open to youSeven is God's number of perfection, and 2014 has two sevens in the number 14. Two sevens indicate a double portion

The double portion will begin with the anointing and will manifest in various blessings in this year.

Generational blessings will come to many this year, because the number 14 belongs to this purpose and this time.

Matthew 1:17 "So all the generations from Abraham to David are fourteen generations, from David until the captivity in Babylon are fourteen generations, and from the captivity in Babylon until the Christ are fourteen generations."

We are coming into a set time in which the Lord's favor and blessing will come to His people.

Psalm 102:13 "You will arise and have mercy on Zion; for the time to favor her, yes, the set time, has come."

Watch and Learn

The Lord often asked His prophets, "What do you see?" In this time it will be important to watch, to see what we are being shown.

Watch, listen and learnHabakkuk 2:1 "I will stand my watch and set myself on the rampart, and watch to see what He will say to me, and what I will answer when I am corrected."

The Lord is going to use your circumstances to show you things that need to be corrected. Our circumstances will reveal our motives and attitudes as we interact with our circumstances. Allow the Lord to use them as a classroom. Watch, listen, and learn. 

He will bring both correction and victory into every situation that you are involved in.

Proverbs 4:10-13 "Hear, my son, and receive my sayings, and the years of your life will be many. I have taught you in the way of wisdom; I have led you in right paths. When you walk, your steps will not be hindered, and when you run, you will not stumble. Take firm hold of instruction, do not let go; keep her, for she is your life."

Signs & Wonders

Signs and wonders will also be seen and understood as we stand our watch. The Spirit of God will show us signs and wonders that reveal and/or confirm that which is coming into alignment with His Word.

Acts 2:18-20 "And on My menservants and on My maidservants I will pour out My Spirit in those days; and they shall prophesy. I will show wonders in heaven above and signs in the earth beneath: Blood and fire and vapor of smoke. The sun shall be turned into darkness, and the moon into blood, before the coming of the great and awesome day of the LORD."

Signs and wondersThis year will be very interesting as we will see blood red moons at the same time of the Feast of Passover and the Feast of Tabernacles. This sign is one of double portion for both the Church and Israel. It is a sign of great significance for 2014.

One of the signs of the end of the age that we who watch the news have become aware of in this last year is:
"And there will be signs in the sun, in the moon, and in the stars; and on the earth distress of nations, with perplexity, the sea and the waves roaring..." (Luke 21:25).

The Distress of Nations

The word "distress" indicates that nations are in anguish and with perplexity (unable to think clearly). We see this distress in the Middle East among the nations as civil unrest.

This is clearly a sign that we are living in the end of the age. The people are rising up against the established authority, and they are demanding change.

Are You Prepared?

Move ForwardAre you prepared to leave the past behind and press into the glory of this new season? 

The apostle Paul encouraged us to do as he has done.

Philippians 3:13-14 "Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus."

December 17, 2013, Small Straws by Marsha Burns: "The season of adjustment is upon you, but you will have to mentally and emotionally let go of things that tie you to the past before you can move forward in My purposes. If you will take this step of faith, you will come into a place of liberty and fulfillment that you have not known before. Trust Me to bring you through this awkward transition with great grace," says the Lord. "All you have to do is be willing and flexible."

The Year 2014 Will Be:

1. A time of intense spiritual warfare, but you will have a more powerful anointing, which will enable you to have victory over your enemies.

2 Corinthians 2:14 "Now thanks be to God who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and through us diffuses the fragrance of His knowledge in every place."

2. This season will be one of acceleration – things will move fast, so you will have to be found in a position of readiness to move with the promptings of the Holy Spirit.

Romans 8:14 "For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God."

3. This will be a season of convergence when those things that have been ordained by God come together. When His Word comes together with His purposes in His set times, all things will become possible to those who believe.

Mark 9:23 "Jesus said to him, "If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes."

Guard your heart4. It will be a time in which you will need to set a watch and guard your heart. (Photo courtesy: Josh May)

Proverbs 4:23 "Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life."

Therefore, our prayer must be:
Psalm 51:10 "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me."

5. Hidden things that you have not been aware of will be revealed.

Isaiah 48:6 "You have heard; see all this. And will you not declare it? I have made you hear new things from this time, even hidden things, and you did not know them."

Things are not always as they seem to be. Some things are hidden in darkness behind the scenes. Now you will know that which is hidden, and you can then deal with it.

6. The Lord is aligning us with victory. Victorious mindsets will be established in us by the Spirit of God. Defeat and victimization will no longer be a part of your DNA. Divine health will come to those who ask for and believe it.

3 John 2 "Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers."

7. Supernatural provision will come to those who align themselves with God's Word and His purposes.
Luke 6:38 "Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you."

Conclusion

Spiritual doors will open to youThese are the things I have seen, and they are yours to receive. It was as though I was riding on a very fast train, and these things came into view from the window that I was looking out of. They are just glimpses of the future, and I have a sense that they will be expounded by the prophets in this coming season.

Have a blessed ride; it will be a fast one. So, I suggest that you buckle up, because our Lord is going to put His foot on the pedal.

Bill and Marsha Burns
Faith Tabernacle

Bill and Marsha Burns are pastors of Faith Tabernacle in Kremmling, Colorado. Bill has a powerful prophetic gifting. His heart is to equip the Body of Christ for the work of the ministry. Marsha is a teacher and prophet with pastoral anointing. She has been commissioned by the Lord to prophesy to the nations through "Small Straws In a Soft Wind" sent out via the Internet.

Monday, January 13, 2014

SPIRITUAL VISION - Morris E. Ruddick

SIGN

SPIRITUAL VISION

(c) Morris E. Ruddick


Note: This is not just a change of seasons, but a change of generations. Isaiah 26:8 of the NASU captures an unusual glimpse into what is underway today: "While following the way of your judgments, we have eagerly waited for You."

Yet, in the face of growing turbulence, many have been prophesying revival--and I am convinced that the key elements for strong revival are in place. My generation "in the Lord" had its foundations in the early 70s, in a most incredible time of revival. For those I knew as a part of it, that revival was birthed out of an insatiable spiritual hunger, a catalyst to God's power, that resulted in nothing having greater priority than in knowing Him, truly knowing Him and discovering and applying the realities of His Spirit and Truth to our lives.

"Reaching" for the Lord and spiritual vision, seeing beyond the veil, was key. This sequence in Isaiah 26 continues by aptly capturing the heart of this reality: "My soul longs for You. Indeed, my spirit seeks you diligently."

Culturally, it was a time in which the mix of growing prosperity, idealism and dissatisfaction with the status quo collided. The revival that drew us to faith, seemed to bypass the idealism of the counter-culture movement of the 60s; resulting in a broad cross-section being swept into the reality of God. Simultaneously, others tried to modify it. There were abuses. Some capitalized on it. Some tried to quench it.

This post, a sequel to "The Mantle of Fire" and another "upgrade," taps the dynamics of another change in generations, not unlike the one upon us. The prophetic then (I Kings 13) as it should now, played a major part. Yet, the maturity in leadership fell short, not unlike the combination of those who abused and those who quenched the revival of late 60s and 70s. May today's emerging leaders have the anointed wisdom to walk a path that truly opens the gates.

Morris
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"When King Jeroboam heard the man of God, he stretched out his hand, saying, 'Seize him!' Then his hand withered and the altar was split apart. Then the king cried, 'Please entreat the Lord's favor and pray for me, that my hand may be restored.' So the man of God prayed for him and his hand was restored. 

Then the king said, 'Come home with me and I will give you a reward.' But the man of God said to the king, the Lord commanded me not eat bread, nor drink water, nor return by the same way. So he left by another route from the way he came to Bethel. On the way, an old prophet came to him and said, 'Come home with me and eat bread, for I too am a prophet and an angel spoke to me to bring you back to my house.' 

So, as they sat at the table, the word of the LORD came to the old prophet and he cried out, saying, 'Thus says the LORD: Because you have disobeyed the word of the LORD, ate bread, and drank water, your corpse shall not come to the tomb of your fathers.'" 1 Kings 13:4-22

This unique story describes a time of revolt, a time of chaos against the House of David. It takes place, with a shift in generations, in the generation following Solomon.

Solomon's son Rehoboam had ascended to the throne. When he did, across the land the various factions David had brought together sought affirmation after suffering hardship and change during Solomon's reign. Jeroboam had been overseer of the labor force from the house of Joseph. Amidst dissatisfaction verging on an uprising, Jeroboam had fled for his life from Solomon to Egypt.

Change and the Prophetic

On the way, he encountered Ahijah and was given a prophecy that he would be king over the ten tribes of Israel. Yet, upon learning of Solomon's death, Jeroboam wasn't seeking position for himself. Instead he came with an assembly of leaders to appeal to Rehoboam for more equitable conditions. Against the advice of his father's advisors, King Rehoboam took a hard stand against their offer.

With that response, the smoldering division in Israel finally manifested. Then, in keeping with Ahijah's word, a "congregation of the people" made Jeroboam king. This caused Rehoboam to muster an army against the rebellion.

However, when Shemaiah the prophet brought a word from the Lord not to do so, Judah laid down their arms and stood down. Yet, despite the incredible affirmation from two high-ranking prophets and this reprieve; 1 Kings 12:26 reveals a lack of trust and fear in the heart of Jeroboam. He built false altars so that his people would not have to go to Jerusalem to worship. His fears clouded the spiritual vision needed for his mantle of leadership.

The people also heeded to Jeroboam's substitution for the Feast of Tabernacles. Instead of walking into his destiny by upholding or raising the standard, Jeroboam gave into his fears and lowered it. At that juncture, another prophet from Judah came to King Jeroboam and cried out against the altars and prophesied that the altar would be split (1 Kings 13:3). Dramatically, it was.

The Setting's Dynamics

This setting describes a time in which the government of God fell short. Intervening action had taken place by the hand of the Lord through a series of prophets. The story punctuates the critical need for maturity and a big-picture perspective for those assuming the mantles of both the prophetic and of leading God's people. It also underscores the significance of the prophetic word and the boundaries of responsibility tied to those administering it. It points to the need within leaders for spiritual vision that supercedes "self;" and the perils resulting from spiritual myopia.

Ripples of Spiritual Short-Sightedness

Solomon's digression into spiritual short-sightedness was a prime catalyst for the discontent brewing during his reign. It was the tripping point over which Solomon went from being the man who God anointed with the wisdom to rule and judge His people; to being undermined by the seductive, blinding influence brought into Israel by his hoard of idolatrous wives.

In short, both Kingdom leadership and the prophetic bear an awesome requirement of accuracy within big-picture settings that has no place for half-cocked presumption or short-sightedness.

The young prophet sent to Jeroboam delivered his prophecy with great power, but lacked the wisdom and maturity to impart the big-picture restoration God intended in this encounter; and he paid with his life.

Serious Times

We've entered serious times. One of the major challenges for spiritual leaders today is talented people operating on their own abilities, with a bit of wisdom and anointing thrown in. It's the cart before the horse. Without proper spiritual maintenance and ongoing spiritual vision; the momentum of past exploits will grind to a halt.

In today's spiritual environment, it requires more. On matters concerning the Kingdom: it's not what you can do for God; it's what you allow Him to do through you. (2 Cor 12:9; Heb 11:34)

Recent prophetic words describe a diabolical unleashing of blinding confusion that internally infiltrates and manifests as division. This division undermines the authority tied to administering the PURE prophetic word needed for societal transformation.

This high-level demonic activity targets the fertile turf fueled by arrogance and spiritual self-satisfaction among Christian leaders. Its subtle snare is releasing a mix of the destructive intent of the "accuser" (Rev 12:10) and judgment into the household of faith.

The initial impact of these stratagems is a spiritual myopia such as was evidenced in the lives of Solomon, Rehoboam, Jeroboam and the young prophet in the opening scripture. When allowed to mushroom, as it was then and is today, the result is ugly with manifestations of organizational and community-level division.

More of the same harder will not work. Along with maturity and a big-picture outlook, the cloak of humility represents the most strategic counter-response for those with mantles of the prophetic and leadership of God's people bearing on societal transformation. Moses, whose impact with the prophetic and transformation extends to this day, was known as the most humble man on the earth (Num 12:3).

"He must increase, but I must decrease." John 3:30

Variations of Spiritual Myopia

When spiritual maturity for the task falls short, spiritual short-sightedness can gain entrance in seemingly innocent ways.

Broad Catchall Applications of "the Kingdom." The Kingdom is not a synonym for church or ministry activities. It is God's authority to employ righteous power in corrupt settings. It is the power of God that releases societal transformation. Its principles, as taught by Jesus, are paradoxes to the way the world employs power.

What Has Begun in the Spirit Being Worked Out in the Flesh. A subtle seduction comes when results deemed "successful" evoke self-satisfaction. The distinction is a fine line between operating in the Spirit and yielding to the flesh.

Add-ons to the Prophetic. It takes maturity and seasoning to recognize the boundaries between a word received and simple embellishments due to the attempt to give "clarity." Its why in most cases the one receiving a prophetic word should not attempt its interpretation.

Jumping to Conclusions with the Prophetic. The other side of the add-on temptation is getting a pure word, but then jumping to conclusions or trying to fit it into a limited understanding or mind-set with a teaching or explanation that may undermine its original potency or intention.

Limitations of Cultural/Doctrinal Mind-Sets. Within the word of God are the principles needed for life and godliness. Then the Bible has countless real-life examples that demonstrate the models, mandates and wisdom needed for the application of these principles. These principles and models give us a universal wisdom that transcends generations and non-Biblical cultures and mind-sets.

A Void in the Prophetic. Historically, one of the hardest requirements for God's people has been in waiting on Him. Sometimes the most spiritual thing that can be done in a storm is to take a nap (Matt 8:24). Prophetic words, as in the case of Joseph's dreams, often need to mature and await set times. Impulsiveness, embellishing a genuine word and an array of other digressions that short-circuit a maturing word are the causes of more misfires than is prudent to recount.

The Temptations: Provision, Power and Purpose

Navigating accurately with the spiritual begins by recognizing the primary temptations that divert it from its full impact.

Preceding the time Jesus imparted the keys of the Kingdom to a select group of followers, He encountered three temptations. Surmounting each of these areas is essential corporately, for the prophetic and for leaders, in order to avoid short-sighted tendencies in the employment of righteous power in corrupt settings.

These dimensions address the foundation needed to bring change: provision, power and purpose.

When the evil one challenged Jesus with "command that these stones be made bread," the issue involved authority over provision. When the challenge was "throw yourself down for He has given His angels charge over you," it was the foundation of power. Finally, when shown all the glory of the Kingdoms of this world and being offered "all these things I will give to you," the matter addressed the purpose.

These are the dynamics operating with big-picture, corporate-level spiritual matters. They were in evidence in the evolving process leading to Joseph's and Daniel's roles in harnessing Egypt and Babylon for God's purposes. Provision, power and purpose are at the heart of the issues of societal transformation. Each represent pivot points for apostolic, community and prophetic leaders needed to gain full authority when operating as society-changers; as the ones bearing the mantles of modern-day Josephs and Daniels.

The Maturity Factor

Provision, power and purpose are also key factors bearing on community-level maturity. They are the dimensions with the leverage for change, for good or for bad. They can be the seedbeds for short-sightedness or the foundations for the spiritual vision needed for transformation.

In the opening scripture, it wasn't because the young prophet was beguiled by the old prophet that he was gobbled by a lion. His myopia was an obsession with his return; of confusing the sign of his failure, as being his path to safety. In other words, he was gripped with fear; and what he feared came upon him.

Although scripture doesn't elaborate, the context and this short-sighted misfire are strong indications that he didn't get the original word quite right in the first place. At the point, when the King was open to his correction, his spiritual myopia blinded him. It bore on the "purpose" factor for which his maturity for the task was lacking, AND he was judged within the framework of his myopia.

Reaching for Spiritual Clarity

The attack against the Body today targets maturity bearing on the prophetic and leadership for transformation. Again, the subtlety of the challenge facing the Body is talented people going on their own abilities with an element of the anointing spliced in. The demarcation into maturity will pivot on humility and be Spirit-driven.

Spiritual maturity is not our limited perception of being right or doing right. It is when those matters, we refer to as ego, issues and self, have no root from which to manifest and true spiritual vision can manifest. It is the discernment that knows the difference in the close calls between His will and what may be blind-spots or matters kindled by the soul.

Spiritual maturity on a community-level basis is when there is an alignment of the provision, power and purpose among those deemed as leaders.

Spiritual maturity and spiritual vision enable God's Light to shine and disperse the blindness and confusion. It releases the Kingdom power that paradoxically transcends the division and reverses it into opportunity. It is when there is no vestige of variation between His will and our own. Spiritual maturity with spiritual vision is a complete oneness with the Lord.

"Unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain. He who loves his life will lose it, and he who hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life." John 12:24-25

"I did not come to bring peace but a sword. For I have come to set a man against his father, a daughter against her mother and a man's enemies will be those of his own household. He who loves father or mother more than Me is not worthy of Me; and he who loves son or daughter more than Me is not worthy of Me; and he who does not take his cross and follow after Me is not worthy of Me. He who finds his life will lose it, and he who loses his life for My sake will find it." Matt 10:34-39
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Morris Ruddick has been a forerunner and spokesman for the call of God in the marketplace since the mid-90s. As founder of Global Initiatives Foundation and designer of the God's Economy Entrepreneurial Equippers Program, Mr. Ruddick imparts hope and equips economic community builders where God's light is dim in both the Western and non-Western world.

He is author of "The Joseph-Daniel Calling;" "Gods Economy, Israel and the Nations;" "The Heart of a King;" "Something More;" and "Righteous Power in a Corrupt World," which address the mobilization of business and governmental leaders called to impact their communities with God's blessings. 

They are available in print and e-versions from www.Amazon.com, www.BarnesandNoble.com and other popular outlets.

Global Initiatives Foundation (www.strategic-initiatives.org) is a tax-exempt 501 (c) 3 non-profit whose efforts are enabled by the generosity of a remnant of faithful friends and contributors whose vision aligns with God's heart to mobilize the persecuted church to be the head and not the tail. Checks on US banks should be made out to Global Initiatives and mailed to PO Box 370291, Denver CO 80237 or email us at sign@strategicintercession.org for access information on our secure web-site.

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Morris Ruddick
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