Words & Whispers

I hear the Lord say:

Recall that you are to store up treasures in heaven. Let Me give you wisdom and reassure you that money in the bank is not your security. All earthly things are transient and unreliable. Only My love and mercy and provision are eternal and constant.

Your eternal future is of more importance than earthly possessions. In Matthew, chapter 6, Jesus said “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal.”

Everything that you have owned has faded, broken, rusted, worn out or lost its appeal. Enjoy what you have but don’t hold it in high esteem or despise it because it is old or not the latest fashion. Enjoy what you have and see it as a blessing.  Focus on your continual spiritual growth. Abide in Me. Focus on Me.  Honor Me. Worship Me.

Cause my heart to bow before your words of wisdom

and not to the wealth of this world.

Psalms 119:36  TPT

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I hear the Lord say:

I inhabit the praises of my people. Songs of praise, works of art, poems and verse; all these things are instruments of praise.  The potter’s hand, the artist’s brush, the jeweler’s design, the architect’s plans, the seamstress’s stitches, the musician’s notes – all reflect the creativity of the Lord expressed in joy.  The gift of creativity starts in childhood.  A child finds joy in an ant, a leaf, a flower, a snowflake…. exploring, climbing, laughing and singing. A child holds nothing back: 100% joy and amazement at miracles in the earth and sky. Adults can lose this joy. A child-like faith consists of total trust and total surrender. A child of God needs only to acknowledge the sovereignty of God and trust that God knows best.  A child of God is fearless and lives life one day at a time, knowing her future is secure in the Lord.

Jesus called a little one to his side and said to them, “Learn this well:

Unless you dramatically change your way of thinking and become teachable,

and learn about heaven’s kingdom realm with the wide-eyed wonder of a child,

you will never be able to enter in.”

Matthew 18:2-3   TPT 

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A praise  poem to my loving heavenly Father:

Ever faithful, ever true,

You never let go.

You never let go of me.

A rock, A fortress.

Immovable, Immutable.

A shelter, A hiding place.

A respite from the storm.

A refuge of comfort and peace.

A strong tower.

Ever faithful, ever true

I run to You.

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I hear the Lord say:

One day is like a thousand years. A thousand years is like one day.  Your waiting seems interminable. I understand.  I am with you in the waiting.  When despair and discouragement rear their ugly heads, chop them off with my Sword of Truth. They have no place in your life. The truth is you are united with Me in power and strength. Take off your blinders and put on your spiritual sunglasses. (The truth is so bright, you need sunglasses!)  With eyes focused on My dazzling brilliance, all else fades away. Nothing is impossible. Waiting is easy when you wait with Me.  Instead of moping or pacing, fretting or fuming, walk with Me in the garden.  We will talk, laugh, sing and enjoy our time together. Time is irrelevant. The issue at hand is solved in My timing and in My strength.  You don’t have to do anything but trust.

For the Lord God is brighter than the brilliance of a sunrise!

Wrapping himself around me like a shield,

he is so generous with his gifts of grace and glory.

Those who walk along his paths with integrity will never lack one thing they need, for he provides it all!

Psalms 84:11 TPT

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I hear the Lord say:

As you listen to the song “Hills and Valleys” by Tauren Wells, remember that I am beside you on the mountain and I carry you through the valley. As you walk through a forest valley, you will find surprises and treasures of dainty wildflowers, moss covered rocks and babbling brooks.  Valleys are not all desert experiences. In the valley, you may have to take rests in the upward journey, but the rests will provide timely respite with new insights and perspectives.  Stopping to rest allows you time to ponder the mysteries of My love, grace and mercy.  Resting on a fallen log, you take a refreshing drink of water, you hear bird song and feel a light breeze on your face.  Your  mind and body relax.  You see a stand of ferns and lady slippers, trillium and other wild flowers.  There is no need to move on yet.  Savor the moment.  Be thankful. Be still. All is well.

Lord, even when your path takes me through the valley of deepest darkness, 

fear will never conquer me, for you already have! You remain close to me and 

lead me through it all the way.  Your authority is my strength and my peace.

The comfort of your love takes away my fear.  I’ll never be lonely, for you are near.

Psalm 23:4  TPT

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I hear the Lord say:

As you continue to grow in Me, your garden will flourish and  multiply. Like the hardy verbena spreading left and right, like a sunflower turning to follow the sun, like a butterfly bush attracting butterflies, your garden will nourish and encourage. Be alert to keep out weeds that will choke your plants. My truth, My Word, is the best weed killer. I bring rain and sun to care for your garden. I am in control of your seasons. Let Me show you more of My goodness.  Be expectant for more blessings!

We are coworkers with God and you are God’s cultivated garden,

the house he is building.

I Corinthians 3:9  TPT

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I hear the Lord say:

Open your eyes to see and ears to hear. I speak to you daily through Scripture, nature, song and inspired thought. Recall My heavenly army is at your side. You can trust Me in all things – waking, sleeping, eating, working. I satisfy your inner longings – longings for contentment, peacefulness, joy and fulfillment.

When you open your generous hand,

it’s full of blessings,

satisfying the longings of every living thing.

Psalm 145:16  TPT

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