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“I long to be at the forefront of your mind.  I long to show you my way, the best way for you live, move, and be. Train yourself to look for me even amidst the distractions of your day for there are many things that want to pull your thoughts away from me.

Abiding in me is living each moment with an awareness of my presence. Whether you are at work or play, creating or cleaning, doing yard work or running errands, I long for fellowship with you. As you abide, and as your awareness increases, the more present I become in your daily life. Increased awareness heightens my ability to communicate with you.  When you hear my voice and follow where I lead, your peace becomes greater and my life is lived in you.

There is freedom within the boundaries of discipline. It is a freedom built upon faith. It is a freedom greater than what most are ever able to find, but it involves the training of your mind and submission of your will. There are good things done of your choosing, but there are greater things you will do as you submit your will to mine. My plans have purpose beyond your comprehension; yet they are fulfilled as you allow me to have control.

You are afraid to let go of control because you see control differently than I do.  You are empowered to make choices and decisions over your life, yet by relinquishing control, my Spirit is released to lead you in the perfect way. I can safeguard your paths in ways that you cannot.

Submission is abiding. It is trusting in me to know what is best for you.  Submit yourself to me today and see what I will do as you yield your will to mine.  You will learn to live in the sweetest place where my blessing and provision will be yours.  Let go and let me be the strength of your life today. You are greatly loved, and I desire to bless you abundantly as you abide in me.”

• “You have made known to me the paths of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence.” Acts 2:28
• “Submit to God and be at peace with him; in this way prosperity will come to you.” Job 22:21
• “Moreover, we have all had human fathers who disciplined us and we respected them for it. How much more should we submit to the Father of spirits and live!” Hebrews 12:9

 

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“Every day is a new day for you to walk and talk with me. Every day is a new opportunity for you to draw near to me, to find me right where you live…not only physically, but in your mind. The stirrings of my Spirit within you are genuine and these are the things that I want to get into and through you because they will bless me, fulfill you, and encourage those you love.

You have not arrived at the destination yet, but you can trust me in the journey to get you there. Continue to open your mind to me and look for my revelations for they will be the lessons that give value to your life. I am faithful, and I am your Father who will do this as you remain open to my work and purposes for you.

I have made you and will continue to make myself known to you. Growth comes through submission to me and a desire to do my will, however, it is a choice.  It means you must be willing to let go of your own desires to focus in on my desires for you.  When you feel weak, remember that your weaknesses help to keep you focused on me and what I am doing in you. Use them to draw near to me so I can teach you.

Growth takes time and comes in waves. I am careful to ensure the waters will not overwhelm you, so you are able to navigate your way through. The truth is that as you open your heart, and submit to me, I can carry out the work that needs to be done in your life. Walk close to me and know that I desire for you to be the best version of yourself, the person that I created you to be.  By allowing my presence into your days, all these things are possible.

Focus your heart and mind on me and know that I am with you wherever you go, and in all that you do because you love me. My blessing is upon your life.”

• “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” Ephesians 5:16 

• “The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace.” Romans 8:6

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“My Spirit is in you working to draw you ever closer to me. I love sweet fellowship with you each morning when you bring your requests and your praises to me. Your burdens become lighter as you lay your cares at my feet for you know that when you give them to me, your peace is not disrupted, and you can continue in the things you have to do.

There is so much freedom in knowing that you don’t walk alone; there is freedom in knowing that because I love you so much, I will always provide and care for you.  Your needs are truly met in me.

As the light of my love surrounds you, your horizons are broadened, and you can see beyond what is right in front of you toward my greater purposes and plans.  You are never limited by your perceived limitations as you walk with me. Take hold of the power within you so you can accomplish all that I have for you to do in this life.

There is a satisfaction that runs deep into your soul as you fulfill my will and purposes. This is the greatest experience my children can have, yet probably the hardest to obtain because it is spiritual in nature. It requires seeking and effort on your part. It is not something that simply happens. It comes as a result of your journey with me, it is found in me through faith.

You need to have eyes to see and the will to follow. My heavens are opened to all who do this, and you will see my glory in the land of the living. You will experience joy that sustains you, joy that carries you through good and bad times.

I am with you. I am for you, and I long for you to desire more of me. Trust me and I will show you these truths. I will become real to you in ways you never fathomed.”

• “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.” Matthew 7: 7,8 

• “The God who made the world and everything in it is the Lord of heaven and earth and does not live in temples built by human hands. And he is not served by human hands, as if he needed anything. Rather, he himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else. From one man he made all the nations, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he marked out their appointed times in history and the boundaries of their lands.  God did this so that they would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and find him, though he is not far from any one of us.”  Acts 17: 24 – 27

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“The power of my Holy Spirit at work in your life enables you to live abundantly according to all that I have planned for you. I long for you to hear my voice and seek to walk in the light of my love.

Just like the lighthouse navigates ships at sea toward their homeland, so I am the lighthouse that steers your life towards me. I am the keeper of light. My light shines brightly before you to show you the way home.

When storms arise, the swells may pull you off course, yet my light still shines in the darkness and will lead you to me if you follow it. Trust my light for it is my love that guides you and keeps you safe.  It is my light that penetrates the darkness in your life to deliver and set you free.

As a ship’s captain looks for the spinning lamps of the lighthouse, I send forth my light to the children of men looking for all those hearts who would turn toward me. Steer your ship toward the light of my love and find the treasure of my truth, the abundant blessings that I have stored up for you.”

• “When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” John 8:12 

• “Everyone who does evil hates the light and will not come into the light for fear that their deeds will be exposed. But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what they have done has been done in the sight of God.” John 3: 20,21 

• “But everything exposed by the light becomes visible—and everything that is illuminated becomes a light. This is why it is said: “Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.”

“The warmth of my love surrounds you. In that, you may take great comfort. In your weakness, I am always strong.  You may lean into me, giving my Spirit the opportunity to work in your life and meet your needs.  You are weary, and I will give you rest. I will provide the needs of your day, and we will get through it together.”

• “But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” 2 Corinthians 12:9 

• “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28

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“I am your source.  My Spirit lives in you.  Just as the rain comes down and causes the cracks in the dry land to come together and be nourished and made stronger so My Spirit reigns down upon you to fill all the cracks in your imperfect life to nourish and strengthen you.  When you long for me, when you need me more than you need anything else, you will understand and experience the impact of this truth.

It is not necessary for you to live your life constantly striving to control everything around you. I desire more from you than that. I long for you to trust me so much that what you do comes as natural as breathing. Your good works are not always your best works because they are done in your own strength. When your life is yielded to me, we are partnered together and what comes out of you becomes something beautiful that was created because you have trusted and relied upon my provision to achieve it.

You do not have to work harder to achieve greater purposes, you only need to allow me to be part of them. When you are yielded to me, as you trust in me, the things you do will have significantly more impact.  They will give me glory, you will experience a satisfaction you did not anticipate, and others will be blessed.

It is time for you to rely upon me in all things, to let go of your selfish desires to control everything, and to work with me to accomplish my greater purposes for you. Choose me today and every day; choose me to be your partner in all you do, and you will see my greatest blessings unfold in your life.”

• “Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil. This will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones.” Proverbs 3:7,8 

• “Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains.” James 5:7 

• “Now this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in our relations with you, with integrity and godly sincerity. We have done so, relying not on worldly wisdom but on God’s grace.” 2 Corinthians 1:12

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“All things are possible for you, but not all things are beneficial.  This is where your trust meets your faith in me.  Often you desire to go down one path, but I have a better path for you to follow; a path that keeps you near to me; a path that keeps you dependent upon me.  To live in unity with my Spirit, you must be dependent upon me.

Often the road ahead is not clear, and you cannot see the big picture, but you must remember that I see all, and I am in all of it.  It is my desire to fulfill your life and to bless you.  It is my desire that you’d have fellowship with me each day, and that you’d rely upon me for all the things that are out of your hands, remembering that they are in mine.

Sometimes you circle around as if you’ve forgotten that I am right there with you. Allow my presence to be a comfort to you.  You do not have to live in a whirlwind, you can choose to abide in me and remember that I am God.  I know what is best for you and no matter what you are facing, I will always be with you.

Receive this encouragement today as it is for you.  I want you to depend upon me in every area of your life. I am only as far away as your faith allows me to be. So, in faith, I encourage you to embrace me by accepting the plans I have for you today and trusting me to work everything out for good in your life.

My love for you is perfect. I always know what is best for you. There is no fear in my perfect love so wrap yourself up tightly in it today, and rest for I am near to you.”

• “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5,6

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“I am fully aware that your journey in this life is not always easy. I know that things are not always as you desire them to be. Yet, I see you learning to trust me in all things. I see your desire to have a grateful heart and to please me.  This honors me. It is a form of your daily worship to acknowledge me and focus on my presence.

When the needs of your flesh are not being met, your spiritual needs will always be fulfilled because of your love for me and your desire for more of me.  These are the deeper things that keep you calm and focused amidst the challenges you face.

You are not alone because all my children face these things in life. However, it is my desire that you recognize your need of me.  I want to be needed.  I want you to draw upon my Spirit so that I can satisfy you with the important things you need to sustain you in this life, which will also carry you to the next. My blessings come because of your faith in me, they come through a grateful heart.  It is only I who can help you become all that you are meant to be for my glory and in my service.

Be who you are and accept others knowing that regardless of their personal interest in you, you are mine; you are capable; you are loving and kind and good because my Spirit flows in you…like a river…it keeps you in peace…it keeps you moving forward…it keeps us in sync and we flow together to accomplish what needs to be done.

You need not fear or be discouraged for I AM with you.  You will know my blessing in the place where I have led you. You must continue to trust me for I AM your Father who loves you. I have provided for you and will continue to do so.

Be blessed today my child and feel the warmth of my love poured out upon you.  Let my Son shine in your heart today, the light of Jesus, the Prince of Peace.”

• “Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.” Psalms 9:10

• “The Lord will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well -watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.” Isaiah 58:11

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“I AM that I AM, and you are my creation. You’ve been created out of love and planned from the beginning of time to live the life that I have called you to; to be one with my Spirit, and in sync with my purposes for you. I AM your great teacher, and I AM your trustworthy guide. You can abide in me and know that as your Father, I love you with an everlasting love; a love that is secure and dependable; a love that is constant and present.

You know me, you hear my voice, and you follow after me. I will give you all that you need to get through the life I’ve planned for you. I will carry you in times of trouble and lead you beside still waters. Though you walk in this valley of death and imperfections, I will be your strength and comfort; your faithful companion and guide.  You never have to fear when you walk with me.

Open your heart to receive all that I have for you, to know the many blessings I provide, which are far greater and more satisfying than the material things this world offers you.  All things I give you are for your enjoyment, but the deeper things of the Spirit must be sought out and found as you look to me, as you desire more of me.  I cannot lead you where you will not go.

Don’t fear your journey for my presence will never depart from you. My blessing will be close at hand and my provision will make a way even in times of uncertainty.

Today, find your heart safe in the shadow of my wings and let the river of my love flow in and through you, carrying you to all that I have for you. Open your eyes to see me even in mundane tasks because you may receive a blessing you are not expecting. Abide in me as I AM in you and be satisfied in my unceasing love for you through Christ Jesus your Lord and Savior.”

• “Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.” Psalms 139:16 

• “Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.” Psalms 25:4,5 

• For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.” Isaiah 41:13

“As the mountains reveal their glory so majestically in the sky, I have revealed my glory in the hearts of those who love me.

I AM Majesty.

I AM Creator.

I AM in all and part of all.

I AM in the sunshine.

I AM in the rain.

I AM found in calmness.

I AM revealed in storms.

Turn your spiritual eyes upon me and you will open them to my glory in everyday things. As your spirit becomes more sensitive to mine, the heavens will be opened to you in ways you’ve never seen before. Fix your gaze upon me to experience the beauty of my Holiness. Worship me for I am the only true God, and King of all.

Open your heart to me and to all that I have in store.  Do not allow yourself to become discouraged when you see the world trying to get rid of me. It is impossible. I laugh at the folly of it! Yet, my heart is saddened by rejection, as I love all my children. It is my desire to see everyone born into my family, so they will share in the blessing of eternity.

I call you to stand firm in faith. You need to love even when it hurts, and to minister to those who seek to deny and diminish the power of My Name.  My greatness can never be taken away. It is the devil who deceives and clouds the minds of unbelievers. Let not hate for those who hate me come into your heart lest you find yourself brought low for your own thoughts and actions.

There is a time to pray and stand firm, but not to act. I have eyes to see it all, and I will act as is fitting in my plan. The battles you are called to fight are often spiritual in nature, not physical.  When you see things that are wrong in your society, do not take for granted the power that is in you to pray. When people scoff at you because you pray and don’t act, shut your ears to them. Submit to me, resist the devil, and he must flee from you.

As you choose to resist the urge to fight back and remember that I am your source, I will keep you in perfect peace. My Spirit is always in touch with the pulse of the world. You can rest in me. You can place your hope in me.  You who love me have received a grace and comfort that is not of this world. I am coming back for my children one day. Prepare your hearts and be ready for no one knows the hour. Time is in the hands of your Maker, and I am He who holds the movement of the hands.

It is not necessary to be discouraged by the things happening in the world around you.  Look to me, the Hope of Glory, and let peace rule in your heart for I am near, very near, and nothing anyone can say or do will ever take my love from you.”

• “For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ.   2 Corinthians 4:6 
• “The Lord reigns, he is robed in majesty; the Lord is robed in majesty and armed with strength; indeed, the world is established, firm and secure. Your throne was established long ago; you are from all eternity.” Psalms 93:1,2
• “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love.” 1 Corinthians 16:13,14 
• “Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” Colossians 3:17