Words & Whispers

I hear the Lord say:

To walk in step with Me means you and I have to agree on our destination. Walking together requires a united plan and purpose. A covenant bond exists between the two of us. We are yoked together by love and commitment. At times, you may veer off course and get lost in the weeds but I am here to bring you back along the designated path. If you stay yoked to Me, I will guide and protect you. I will strengthen you through trials and temptations. I will bring others in your life for encouragement, fellowship and pruning. A walk with Me is not a lark, not a ‘walk in the park”. A walk with Me is a divine appointment where we can accomplish great things together. Come, take My hand and let us journey together. A great adventure awaits!

Trust in Adonai with all your heart;
do not rely on your own understanding.
6In all your ways acknowledge him;
then he will level your paths.
Proverbs 3:5-6  CJB

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I hear the Lord say:

The term ‘power’ is used in many ways. Power is associated with strength, might, control and authority. As Almighty God, I am full of power and majesty. But with My power, I do not choose to manipulate or control my children. I am willing to share My power and authority to those who follow Me. Humans have corrupted power through selfish ambition and pride. True power and authority is wielded for the benefit of those under the ruler. As your heavenly Father, you can rely on Me to use My authority to carry out plans and purposes for your good. You were created to share in My power through love, obedience, and humble submission. As Jesus, My Son, humbled Himself on the cross, and demonstrated his authority over both natural and supernatural, He fulfilled the divine plan to return My children to fellowship with Me. You are a co-heir with Christ. You can walk with authority.

The Spirit himself bears witness with our own spirits that we are children of God; and if we are children, then we are also heirs, heirs of God and joint-heirs with the Messiah… Romans 8:16-17 CJB

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I hear the Lord say:

For your muscles to get stronger, they need resistance.  Weight bearing exercises force your muscles to work harder, and therefore get stronger. Resistance training is important in other areas, too. Your mind benefits from training as well.  If you want your thoughts to align with hope and love, you must exercise your mind by meditating on the truth of My Word.  When negative thoughts come into your mind, resist them by switching to thoughts of My perfect truth. Perfect love casts out fear; unconditional love casts out doubt, everlasting love casts out worry. Just like with muscles, if you don’t use them, you lose them.  Thought patterns can be changed to reflect trust in Me but it must be a daily exercise.  There are many negative forces in the world trying to pull you away from My perfect love.  Keep your strength up by taking a daily dose of Scripture, prayer, meditation and time with Me.  I am your strength. I am your song.

and you are to love Adonai your God with all your heart, with all your soul,
with all your understanding and with all your strength.
Mark 12:30  CJB

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I hear the Lord say:

In the quiet of the morning, in the quiet of the night, slow your mind from the day’s work list and seek quiet time with Me. Let me be an encouragement to you, an inspiration to you, a comfort to you, as we spend time together. Recall your blessings, remember how you overcame trials with Me by your side, relish the fact that we abide as one. Nothing and no one can separate our bond, our love, our friendship, or your devotion to Me. Keep pressing on, to run the race with gusto, because I am your strength. Today and tomorrow are safely in My hands and so are you.

Then God's shalom, passing all understanding, 
will keep your hearts and minds safe in union 
with the Messiah Yeshua. 
Philippians 4:7 CJB

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I hear the Lord say:

You are united with Me. As two knitting needles work together to interlace yarn, you and I are knitted together. I am the designer and have the pattern laid out for you. I offer My strength, courage, resiliency and comfort to maintain your walk with Me. You may not be able to see the pattern of the finished product now but I see the end from the beginning. You and I are one; I abide in you and you abide in Me. I am the designer, and together we will create a beautiful sweater.

"I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, 
the Beginning and the End"
Revelation 22:13 AMP

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I hear the Lord say:

Being renewed, being transformed is not an end to itself. It is a process where we grow to know each other better. Although I know all about you, you do not know all about Me. Even though there will always be more to know about Me, it’s the journey of our relationship that is so exciting. When you discover a new truth or attribute about Me, or when you learn about the meaning of a Scripture passage, it delights My heart. Reading Scripture with fresh eyes gives you fresh revelation. Come to meet with Me with expectancy. There is always a new nugget of truth, a gem of understanding, a treasure of heavenly provisions to meet your needs, to expand your mind and cement our bond even more. I look forward to our times together!

...keep letting yourselves be transformed by the renewing of your minds;
so that you will know what God wants and will agree that what He wants
is good, satisfying and able to succeed. Romans 12:2 CJB

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I hear the Lord say:

When events around you appear out of control, remember that I am in charge. When distress or worry knock at your door, make them stay outside. You can acknowledge the worry is there, and choose your response. You can dwell on the worry and let it run rampant in your mind or you can choose to banish worrisome thoughts with a flick of the wrist. You have My holy Word to stand on, to lean on and to rely on. I have promised to keep you and shelter you. I am the God of all comfort, the God of all power, the God of all majesty. I am the same yesterday, today and forever. I see the beginning from the end. My plans and purposes will stand. Your future is secure with Me.

"When my cares within me are many, your comforts cheer me up." Psalm 94:19  CJB

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