Tag Archive | enemy

Care for My Sheep

Aug27

The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release for the prisoners, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion—to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor. (Isaiah 61:1-3)

There is one in need. At least one person you know is brokenhearted. One is found captive. There is one who mourns and one who grieves a loss. I have anointed you to share my message. Take care of my sheep. Bind up the brokenhearted. Your words will be a covering for their hurts. Bathe them in prayer. Replace the wreckage of their wounds with a crown of beauty. Clothe them in my righteousness to display my glory before the nations. Release those held in bondage. Liberate them from their chains. Unlock the prison doors and set them free. Renounce the enemy that holds them captive. Comfort the one who mourns a loss. Walk alongside the one in sorrow. Provide for those who grieve in despair. Anoint them with the oil of gladness. Dress them in a garment of praise. Strengthen them in me. Serve those who are in need, and I will show my favor to them. I will give them my peace. You are blessed to be a blessing. In ministering to others, you too will be blessed. Live into your calling.

Armed for Battle

Apr2

My darling daughter, you are right in what you perceive. I am confirming to you, what I have been teaching you lately. There is one who has been chasing after me longer and harder than you have. There is much to learn from her. She has been down the road that you now travel on. Do not be envious of her, except that she is my child and that she pleases me. Put away all jealousy and envy, and replace it with inspiration and the desire for more knowledge. I will give you similar, and yet fresh, ways to write my story and deliver my message. Do not put me in a box. There is more than one way to get my message out, and I need armies of soldiers to do it. Will you be one of my soldiers? Will you fight this battle under my headship?

I do not mean to scare you, but you will encounter opposition. You need to be ready for the battle. You will be victorious because of me, but it will not all come easily. I am with you every step of the way. Turn to me, rely on me. I will be your shield and your sword. I give you my armor. I will protect you. Trust me and lean on me. I am with you always. Do not forget I am here. I will not let any harm come to you. You are of great worth to me.

Gird yourself with the sword of the Spirit, which is my Word. Use it when you are backed into a corner. My Word will get you out of the tightest of spots. Know my Word and use it generously and wisely. I have given you my breastplate of righteousness. It is my seal and sign that you belong to me. Wear it proudly. It will protect your heart. Hold up the shield of faith, and protect yourself from the blows of the enemy. Put on the helmet of salvation. Protect your mind with the knowledge that you belong to me, and nothing will separate us. Prepare your feet with the readiness to deliver the gospel of peace, wherever they take you in this world. I am the Prince of Peace. Share my message with all you meet.

You do not fight against flesh and blood, but against the powers of evil in this dark world. Be ready to stand firm against the opposition. Hold your ground and know your purpose. I will use you in mighty ways. Do not be afraid. I am with you always, every step of the way. I do not leave you alone. I do not send you to the wolves, but they will find you.

You are my daughter, the one I love dearly. Remember, it is I you serve, and no one else. I have planted your feet in my firm foundation. I have rebuilt you to my glory, and you shine like the sun for me. Do not let your light be distinguished at the first sign of resistance. You are ready because you have been prepared by me. I have trained you in righteousness for my name’s sake. You have been blessed to be a blessing. Now go and bless those who curse you for my sake.

I have kept you safe, and protected you during your training. Now I am sending you into battle. Do not be afraid, you do not go alone; I am with you. You have been armored by me. I give you the confidence you need. I am your Rock and your Fortress. Seek me for your strength and your refuge. Do not fear the days ahead. The reward will outweigh the sacrifice. Surely, my goodness and my mercy will follow you all the days of your life.

Go into the wind, and let my Spirit lead you to springs of living water along the way. Drink deeply, and you will not thirst. I am the living bread from heaven. Consume me, and you will never be hungry. My plans are to prosper you, not to harm you. Stay close to me, and I will stay close to you, my love.