the FireCarrier

"You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in Your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book." Psalm 56:8

Father, You hear the cries of your children and know our needs. Speak to our insecurities, that we may be totally yours. Multiply our peace amidst a meal from you.   Grant their be friends and those who need us. Allow us to hear you and move with confidence, despite what we now know. Despite our dire circumstances you will provide. Show yourself now father in this time of need, that your name be glorified.  You know I/we are helpless without you. We are scared and lonely:  Open your presence to our spirit. Enlighten us now. Amen.

Keep me safe within your hands. Hold me, that I might not venture into areas where I can not find my way back. Wash over me and cleanse my mind of it’s own ideas. Whisper to me my name that I might hear your voice inviting me to open my eyes.

Who are these that fly like a cloud, and like doves to their windows.  Isaiah 60:08 (NRSV)

Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights who does not change like shifting shadows.

Then those who feared the LORD talked with each other, and the LORD listened and heard. A scroll of remembrance was written in his presence concerning those who feared the LORD and honored his name.  "They will be mine," says the LORD Almighty, "in the day when I make up my treasured possession. I will spare them, just as in compassion a man spares his son who serves him. Malachi 3:1-17

I was walking with the dogs this morning. I took them to a place where I’ve walked with each of our dogs over the past forty year period. They seemed excited and full of energy this morning. As I looked out across the acres of land where I felt as if I wanted to cry. Things were quite different and permanently changed in the lake area and within my life. We walked along our way and back to the car. Driving out I was stopped by this word from Father. While if spoke to me, I sense it will speak to many of you who are relating to the changes made in out lives and circumstances around us. Don't cry for what you once knew. Just as you have changed and will continue to change in what you see or perceive to be true. I am planting in fertile soil. Ruach Elohim is continuing to breathe and hover over the face of the deep. He sees the eyes of those past and those yet to be made known. His breath is yet conceiving life. I Am for evermore; without beginning or end. I watch out and

When the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all the truth. For He will not speak on His own, but He will speak whatever He hears. He will also declare to you what is to come.  John 16:13 (HCSB )

Do not tire. Eat of the bread I provide for you. Allow me to overwhelm you with my mercy. I am the healing you need. I am the wholeness of health. Draw near to me and do not listen to the deceiver. He would deposit his lies. He is powerless where my name is spoken. I am the light and the creator-life of the world. Come into the boundaries I have set for you. Within them you will find me. Do not tire, but find your rest within me.

Come on, let’s renew our loyalty to the Eternal One! He tore us like a lion, but He’ll heal us;     He wounded us, but He’ll bandage us. He’ll bring us back to life after two days;     He’ll raise us up on the third day, and we’ll live with Him. So let’s know Him; let’s strive to know the Eternal.     As surely as the sun rises, He’ll come out from His lair. As surely as the rains come each year—     those spring rains that drench the earth—He’ll come back to us.  Hosea 6:1-3

At my direction and approval nations will be defined. Be my container. My oil will soften your heart; the callousness will fall away as you reach for those I bring to you. I will pour forth from you. I will touch each individual. Let me break your heart so I can pour forth. My fragrance will cover each one. Then Samuel took the horn filled with olive oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the Eternal fell strongly on David and remained from that day on. Samuel then left for Ramah.  1 Samuel 16:13 (Voice)

The voice of the LORD is upon the waters; the God of glory thunders, the LORD, upon many waters.  The voice of the LORD is powerful, the voice of the LORD is full of majesty.  The voice of the LORD breaks the cedars, the LORD breaks the cedars of Lebanon.  Psalm 29:3-5 (RSV)

I am calling you. I have given you a new name. Do not fear that others think when they see the change within you.  Let their jealousy draw them into a real knowing of me, and my heart for them. I am encouraging you to stretch forth and walk where I shall direct you. I will bring freedom and healing. Feed those I bring to you. Pour forth my oil of refreshment and healing.  Speak my heart to them.  Allow me to penetrate their callous ways and wounds. Do not be surprised by what I am doing. I am calling you to actively participate in me.

Pilate said, “So you are a king?” Jesus responded, “You say I am a king. Actually, I was born and came into the world to testify to the truth. All who love the truth recognize that what I say is true.”  John 18:37 (NLT)

It is time for you to venture out into the sonshine.  Yes, it is now your time.   This time of testing is not because of anything you think you may have done. Amidst this testing you can find me. Lock your eyes upon me. Allow my fire to cloak you in security and peace.   I see a small home tucked away in a wooded area. I see the face of one looking outside from behind a window of seclusion. In front of here is now bright late-spring sunshine. No more the white winter snow of cold and darkness.   It is your time to act upon what you feel father speaking to you. It is time to believe that healing can come for others when you lay hands on and pray with them.   It is time for you to believe that you can breath new life into the silent and hurting faces. As you begin to walk out what you’ve learned you will grow more aware of what Father wants to do.  In obedience to the small things you will again feel re-connected to Father.  He’s never gone, but needs you to learn

Speak my name and the darkness will flee. The mountains will bow down at my direction. Speak my name. It carries the authority to cast out the minions of the enemy. It breaks the bonds and traps set to entangle my people.  Speak my name in love.

I am calling forth my sons and daughters. You know who you are. You feel the loving of my presence. You are learning how to express my heart. Gather near to me. I will feed you with my bread.  Through you I will bind the wounded. My oil will pour forth It will flow from your hands. My light will shine forth from you.     You are my sons and daughters.     You will know when I am speaking.     You will honor my name in obedience.

I will raise up a prophet from among their countrymen like you, and I will put My words in his mouth, and he shall speak to them all that I command him.  It shall come about that whoever will not listen to My words which he shall speak in My name, I Myself will require it of him.  Deuteronomy 18:18-19 (NASB)

Look forward to what lies ahead. Gaze into my eyes. See the plans I have for you.  Begin to realize my heart is to grow you, to bless the works of your hands.  I look at you and see the image of my son. I see his ways and characteristics within you. I see great worth when I speak your name. Look forward, for I am moving. My Spirit is moving. It is reaching across the natural boundaries. I am about to permeate all peoples. They will know my name. They will learn of my heart of gentleness. Look forward to my goodness. Speak it forth into the airwaves. Watch it bring healing and righteousness. Feed the masses with what I shall give you.  I will cause multiplication to arise. Declare my name. Speak it's healing to the broken and destitute. Look forward. See with my eyes.

It’s time to breakaway from your usual routine. Stop your daily habits; retreat from your foibles. Establish new strongholds in me. What has served you before is now crumbling. Embrace me. Seek my kingdom ways. Turn off and turn onto what I shall show you. Go out of your usual ways and see if I am not already there awaiting for you. Away from your usual patterns and routines you will find me at a deeper level. Supernatural revelation and miracles will follow where you walk. Strangers will seek you out, looking for me. I am strengthening those who follow my leading. I am providing myself for those who hunger and seek me. Breakaway from what you now know as truth and experience me.

I heard Father say... Your clarity is in me. I am showing you things through a new prism. Past ways are examining things no longer work, but don't allow yourself to become impatient with the others who don't grasp your "new sight". I am your exit, your only way. It is the "new" things which now bring you satisfaction, but hang on. There are many things yet to come. Do not be overwhelmed by what you see in the natural; relax in me. Medicate on my word. Allow me to infuse you. Follow where I lead you, but avoid your tendency to get ahead of me. I will lead you; listen for my voice. Get ready for a new ride in me. My peace will become more evident that others will comment of your change.

For You have been a refuge for me, A tower of strength against the enemy. Let me dwell in Your tent forever; Let me take refuge in the shelter of Your wings. Psalms 61:3-4 (NASB)

Then Jesus turned to the Jews who had claimed to believe in him. “If you stick with this, living out what I tell you, you are my disciples for sure. Then you will experience for yourselves the truth, and the truth will free you.”  John 8:31-32 (MSG)

In this time there are those who are feeling fragile and broken. Others are feeling hardened and misshapen by the fire; in check by the circumstances of life.  Be yielded to me. Allow me to work in you for I am making something. You are my creation; receive my peace. Allow me to focus you, to breath my ways into your situations. It is in your brokenness and yielding I can use you. As scrambled eggs, you lose your identity, but become food for the hand of Father to feed the hungry.

"So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the Lord your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you.”  Deuteronomy 31:6 (NLT)

I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.  John 16:33 (NIV)

even when we were dead in our transgressions, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), and raised us up with Him, and seated us with Him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus  Ephesians 2:5-6 (NASB)

This is a word from God for a John and a Marsha. I heard the word “sabbatical”.  Father is going to place you in a time of a sabbatical.  It is a new time for you, away from the things you are used to doing. You will be given new shoes. Ones more appropriate for where you are going than you are now wearing. They will fit you for this new time. You will receive a new coat to wear; a mantel which will cover and influence and protect you.  As you follow His direction His fragrance will be upon you. Others will smell the aroma and recognize that He is with you. It is important that you do not allow the enemy to steal from you. Speak into the small situations. Do not allow him to gain a foothold as comes to take away small things. You need know this is a time for change and growth. It is not a period of punishment. It is a time of growth in areas which are new to you. It will be a time of refreshment and encouragement.

At all times and all places I am with you. There is no need to hide. I know your every thought and desire. I reach out to you to keep you from falling. Where ever you go I am there to look out for you.   Lean upon my directions. Allow me to lead you. I will take you into new places. I will wash and cleanse you. I have anointed you for work within my kingdom ways.   Seek me and ask for more. Rest in me. Enjoy our times so that I can heal you of your past wounds. I am the light which you seek, feed upon me. Always I am with you.

While driving in my car I saw a white dog in a field. The dog seemed to standing still, but smelling at the ground .

Never forget, it is I who has saved you. I gave my life so you might have the bonds of death broken apart. I willingly gave myself for you so the full price would be paid. You have now access to me. The restoration is full, but you can not allow yourself to be blinded. Too many still judge by what they see. Too many judge by comparing their views and ideas. I have clothed you in righteousness. I have abundantly given you all that is needed; not for you, but for others. Come up. You have access into the heavenly places. Come up to me in the clothes I have provided. Come to me so I may wash you again, removing the stain of everyday life. You are not disqualified. You are mine. Raise the banner of my love. Raise the banner of wholeness and healing. Hold to your shield of faith so that others may see me. I have given you a sword of truth. Strengthen your arms and use that sword. I have provided you my Words. Speak them in love. All things were created and I have provided all for yo

Having gifts differing according to the grace that was given to us, if prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of our faith;  or service, let us give ourselves to service; or he who teaches, to his teaching;  or he who exhorts, to his exhorting: he who gives, let him do it with liberality; he who rules, with diligence; he who shows mercy, with cheerfulness. Roman 12:6-8 (WEB)

Stop your running away. Do not fear what is coming. My love casts aside all fear. Draw near to me; spend time in the things I am doing. Come closer and listen for yourself. Jacob was left alone, and wrestled with a man there until the breaking of the day. Genesis 32:24 (WEB)

“Behold, my covenant is with you, and you shall be the father of a multitude of nations.   No longer shall your name be called Abram, but your name shall be Abraham, for I have made you the father of a multitude of nations.   I will make you exceedingly fruitful, and I will make you into nations, and kings shall come from you. And I will establish my covenant between me and you and your offspring after you throughout their generations for an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and to your offspring after you. And I will give to you and to your offspring after you the land of your sojournings, all the land of Canaan, for an everlasting possession, and I will be their God.” Genesis 17:4-8

I have given you a voice so you might call out to me. I have given you authority; learn to exercise it. Do not be passive, but subdue the earth. Heal the sick and feed the poor. Care for those in need. Destroy the works of the enemy by walking in love.  I have set no limit on what you can achieve through me.

Call out my name and watch me answer you. There are those having spent years are having breakthroughs and discoveries. Dollars and more are spend in search. Call out, seek and pray to me. I will show you much more. I will expose truth into your life. I will flood you with wholeness and food for the hungry. Plant seeds where I shall show you and there will be a harvest. Water will pour forth from the arid and dry localities; nations shall be freed in a day. It is within my light that you will flourish. I will show you things you have yet to even conceive. Call out to me: Allow me to reach into those dry and desolate spaces of your life. My light will illuminate the truth. Darkness will be cast aside, disappearing into a memory.  Focused upon me you will no longer be captive to the enemy.

I had a short strange dream Tuesday morning just before awaking. I was watching a small group of people who were standing around a stove. There was an oval old-fashioned cast-iron cooker. Within it they were “cooking” pork, but it was a small piglet lying there. It was not “fixed” or prepared; but looked whole. I wonder about that, thinking it seemed alive, (though it lay perfectly still and looked comfortable). When I asked if it were alive they would not answer, it was as if they could not see me, but they stood there watching.   I awoke very disturbed by what was seeming to happen

Do not quench the Spirit.  Do not think meanly of utterances of prophecy;  but test all such, and retain hold of the good.  Hold yourselves aloof from every form of evil.  And may God Himself who gives peace, make you entirely holy; and may your spirits, souls and bodies be preserved complete and be found blameless at the Coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.  Faithful is He who calls you, and He will also perfect His work. 1 Thessalonians 5:19-24 (WEY)

I had yesterday off and was walking the dogs in the morning. During the walk I was praying. The thought again came up about the need for an intercessory team at our church. The dogs and I were walking southward on the bike path of the South Taylorsville reserve as I was mulling this over. The bike path has a straight section then bares left to another park. As I looked up, I was what I thought was a biker who had just come around that bend in our direction. As I looked, it seemed very large for a bicycle rider. A few steps further I could see this was a rider on a large horse. Both the rider and the horse were black. Moments later, they continued to approach, but the rider jumped off his horse and yielded a large sword.  I took me a few minutes to realize this was not a natural “thing” I was seeing, but I was made aware that this “enemy” appeared while I was thinking that it is time for a more formal intercessory team. It was one which really got my blood pumping, as I was not

In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.  Psalm 5:3 (NIV)

For God speaks time and again, but a person may not notice it.  In a dream, a vision in the night, when deep sleep falls on people as they slumber on ?their? beds, He uncovers their ears at that time and terrifies them with warnings, in order to turn a person ?from his? actions and suppress his pride. God spares his soul from the Pit, his life from crossing the river ?of death?.  Job 33:14-18 (HCSB )

And it shall come to pass that everyone who is left of all the nations which came against Jerusalem shall go up from year to year to worship the King, the Lord of hosts, and to keep the Feast of Tabernacles. And it shall be that whichever of the families of the earth do not come up to Jerusalem to worship the King, the Lord of hosts, on them there will be no rain. Zechariah 14:16-17

  The afflicted and needy are seeking water, but there is none, And their tongue is parched with thirst; I, the Lord, will answer them Myself, As the God of Israel I will not forsake them.  "I will open rivers on the bare heights And springs in the midst of the valleys; I will make the wilderness a pool of water And the dry land fountains of water. Isaiah 41:17-18 (NASU )

And so we have the prophetic word confirmed, which you do well to heed as a light that shines in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts" (2 Peter 1:19).

I am cleaning up my people. For those I love I bring correction, not the condemnation of blasting words. I am cleansing those who are mine; washing away the grime of everyday life and the guilt the enemy has set to splash upon you. Yes, you are mine. There is no need to hide from me. My ways are pure and gentle. My hands bring correction to release wholeness within you. Do not be embarrassed or resistant, but come to me. I will wash you in my brass basin in preparation for what you are becoming. I have sent dreams to some of you of bathing. Do not be embarrassed, but relish the time of intimacy. I have created you and nurtured you from your youth. I will wash away any stigma you allow me to touch. My message has not changed. Go and wash in the pool where I direct you. There you will receive new vision. There you will receive a new anointing. Jesus (to the blind man): Go, wash yourself in the pool of Siloam John 9:7 (Voice)

Now, this is what the LORD says, the one who created you, O Jacob, and formed you, O Israel: “Don’t be afraid, for I will protect you. I called you by name, you are mine.

The afflicted and needy are seeking water, but there is none, And their tongue is parched with thirst; I, the Lord, will answer them Myself, As the God of Israel I will not forsake them. "I will open rivers on the bare heights And springs in the midst of the valleys; I will make the wilderness a pool of water And the dry land fountains of water.  Isaiah 41:17-18 (NASU)

Again, for the third time in this past week I see men at the edge of the shadows.  They are not hiding, but are in chairs as if sleeping. Be alert to what I am showing you. Pick-up the signs. In them are direction for prayer.

On my way to church this Sunday morning I saw a large black bird along the roadside.  It was in the taller grass, pulling apart what seemed to be it’s carrion. As I grew closer, the bird seemed to hide and gave the appearance of a trash-bag blowing in the wind. In the natural, I realize I could have been mistaken. But I also know I saw a bird and it’s hidden form. As I asked about this I heard a word from Father-God. You asked to see more, but without me fear will show itself. My perfect love casts out fear.  Trust in me and my understanding. This is much deception occurring abut you. People and things pretending to be something they are not.  They do not wish to be exposed, so they exchange into a more acceptable form. In my timing all will be exposed and judgment will come from what one is consuming. Allow my Spirit of Truth to work in you.

For Richard and one called Zelda. Listen to those I have sent to you. They speak my words. They have my revelation and wisdom. Consider the birds, those which capture your attention. It is a clue to who you are in me.

The LORD said, “How terrible it will be for these stubborn children. They make plans, but they don’t ask me to help them.

From during a time of worship at Day-Hop.     I was taken down a dark hallway. There were no lights. It seemed narrow and constrictive. It was total darkness. As we approached what seemed to be the end of this hallway, He asked “What do you see?”.   I felt myself searching for an acceptable answer. I did not want to admit to myself or more so to Him that I saw nothing but darkness.  It was then I heard Him say, “Look about. I am here. Declare my presence. I am light.”   As soon as I heard Him speak this, the darkness fled, as if trying to escape Him, to keep from being exposed. The darkness did not wish to be recognized. It was now fully gone. The hallway was not narrow, but extremely wide and spacious.   Pure light was everywhere, such that my eyes had to squint from the intensity.  Now, in front of me was a door. I heard Him say, "The door is open for you.” I was now instantly on the other side of that once-closed door. The b

I am speaking to you again.     Do not ignore my call upon your life. I am offering myself.     I have paid the full price for you, Come now. Do not be caught     up or bought off mercenary ways and influences. You have the choice of my peace or to continue seeking of wrong roads.

I arrive at work early, so when I am driving, it was most always dark. I normally take the same route to work each day to and from work. Yet this morning I saw something I’d not seen previously. To my right was a large white estate-like building fully illuminated in flood-lights. I pass that way many times in the past years, yet now I see this. I had this wow, feeling of awe come through me. I sense God at work. Keep alert and I will show you more. I will illuminate the things and situations which I want you to be aware. Greater darkness is coming, but the light of my people will illuminate the world. Include me. Learn to walk not only in my power, but also in my authority.

Make them holy by your truth; teach them your word, which is truth. John 17:17 (NLT)

You are aptly named, as one being “a bringer of joy”. You bring a peace and joy to those you come around.  Into your life is a soon-coming new period. It will be one of refreshing, a knowing of increased blessing and favor from God.  It may feel clumsy at first, but know it is from God. Relish this time; allow it to nourish you, as you again grow deeper in the Word. Be blessed and highly favored. .

When the enemy comes the idle will fall. They will passively roll out of the way and into the roadside ditch. My warrior will not be silent. Their voices will continue to send prayers for me to accomplish. They will step aside and allow my power to flow thru them. The idols of self will be destroyed.

As I was driving in the car today there came the odor of fresh paint. A few minutes later and the unmistakable odor of fresh paint again filled the car. He now had my attention. I AM your covering. I am supplying you with a fresh new coat, one which you have yet to wear. Worn outside of my direction you will feel uncomfortable; there will be those who challenge and come against you. If you put on the coat at my direction, it will grow with you. It will fit you as you walk with me. You will exude my fragrance.

Do not wait, but sit with me. Today I am reaching out to you. You continue to need me, because that is the way your were created. Come along side with me. You need do nothing, but be here, a marker in time. I will wash over and through you. Once again you healing will come. Beneath my wings is safety, Hide away in me. I will take you where you need to be. So, do not delay. Sit today with me.

I found it interesting this evening. Somewhat cloudy after 5 pm, but no rain for our area in site for a few days. I took the dogs for our daily walk, and asked for rain. As we walked I heard the thunder come and soon we were in a nice rain shower. On our way back to the car, there now lay a dime at the driver’s door.  I picked up the dime and felt the confirmation. We drove over to Huber Heights (about 4 miles east of us). The closer we got to our destination, the harder the rain fell. We got wet going into PetsMart and soaked on the return to the car. Driving home, the rain lessened until it “stopped”, when in fact it had never rained in Vandalia. It remained dry. This is the send such time in recent weeks where I can remember of asking for rain (of both sorts) and on each occasion, I got physically soaked and spiritually uplifted.

At a recent service at the Dayton House of Prayer (DAHOP) I was drawn to the picture of Jesus at the right front. It was a somewhat modern view of the crucified Jesus. His face bears the physical markings of the beatings he took for me.  Amidst the last mark, blood trail and crown of thorns I saw the word “Today”. I looked several times and continued to see the word “Today” though my physical senses told me I was mistaken. I asked about this was received these words. Today – I am what you need. There is my forgiveness. Today you can find the fullness of peace.  My healing is ever-ready for you, today.

Do you recognize my calling upon your life? Today I am speaking your name. My way is simple and true: Let me love you. Allow my hand to touch you. I will take you to the places you long to see. Allow my rest to enfold you, to remove the vines and pressures. Do not resist my calling. .

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Psalm 46:1-3 (ESV)

What do you think when you hear the silence? Where do you look? Do you close your eyes or feign sleep? Even then the silence multiples itself.  Do you breakthrough and reach out?

"Let there be lights in the expanse of the heavens to separate the day from the night, and let them be signs and tokens [of God's provident care], and [to mark] seasons, days, and years."  Genesis 1:14

The sky was a windy-grey colour and damp with mist. In the front yard was a girl. She was waving her umbrella about the breeze. I watched as she was waiting for rain-water to fill her inverted umbrella. You may ask, "Why is he writing this?". I, like that girl, am waiting outside for rain to fill me. How many others are standing alone, outside, waiting for the rain?

Examine your words and life. Are they pointing others to me? Are you preparing a pathway for them to follow? Stand, so I can work with you. My Word will point to these; It will bring cleansing.  Leave the boat of your fathers and follow me. My water will refresh and cleanse you.

Every God-begotten person conquers the world’s ways. The conquering power that brings the world to its knees is our faith. The person who wins out over the world’s ways is simply the one who believes Jesus is the Son of God. 1 John 5:5 (MSG)

But Jesus told him, "Anyone who puts a hand to the plow and then looks back is not fit for the Kingdom of God."  Luke 9:62 (NLT)

Stand up, so I may fill you. Call out to me. Ask me to reveal my ways, calling my name for I am awaiting to act upon your behalf. Establish yourself in way ways in order that I can speak through you. Rise up in me. I will show you my ways and how you can accomplish them. Do not linger alone, but draw your strength from me. Ask of me, invite me into more of your life. I will open my ways to those who continually seek after me.

"Take heed what you hear. With the same measure you use, it will be measured to you; and to you who hear, more will be given" (Mark 4:24)

“They feast on the abundance of your house, and you give them drink from the river of your delights. For with you is the fountain of life; in your light do we see light.” Psalms 36:8

Seek me. Seek out what I am doing; not being trapped in your yesterdays or tomorrows.  Today, now you are mine. You belong to my kingdom. Keep your eyes upon me I will show you my ways. I am directing your pathway.

7/21/14  Despite how I might feel about myself, God sees value and loves me. They know God’s law says [righteous decree; just requirement] that those who live like this should die. But they themselves not only continue to do evil things, they applaud [approve of; encourage] others who do them. Romans 1:32 (The [expanded] Bible) I may have the gift of prophecy. I may understand the secret things of God[mysteries] and have all knowledge, and I may have faith so great I can move mountains. But even with all these things, if I do not have love, then I am nothing.                   I Corinthians 13:2 (The [expanded] Bible)

ECHO  ECHo  ECho Echo  echo As I was up this morning I heard the word echo repeating in such a fashion. I asked what there was I am to learn.   An echo is true. It is a repetitive yet diminishing sound reflected from a surface. It is never original, but the more one tries to hear it the less is available.     You are called to be my voice, and not but an echo. I give you the words to speak so that others may know me.  You are unique and original.   I formed you and gave you my breath. I placed you into a specific location with a purpose.  I took a rib from your side and in its place was flesh forming Ishshah, your ally-companion. Together you are one in me. Together you accomplish what I have called you both to do.   You have my commission, to rule over what I have created.  My words do not diminish over time. They are active and available to you. You are my voice. Speak what I shall share with you.

Where do you go when you think you can’t find me? What do you look for, where do you seek?  I am there. I am waiting where you think I left you, where you think I may be lurking. In fact, I am sitting beside you now as you read this. I have never left nor will ever leave you.

And His brightness was like the sunlight; rays streamed from His hand, and there [in the sunlike splendor] was the hiding place of His power. Habakkuk 3:4 (Amp)

The Spirit himself bears witness to our spirit that we are God’s children.  Romans 8:16 (NET)

I am calling you, as my body, into alignment. Align yourself into the camp I have created for you. I placed the tribes into my alignment and so I will with any who come and seek after me. Seek me and I will grant you direction. I will send the connections which will cause you to stretch and grow. Become part of my living cross as I lead you into the way you should go. Stay close as I whisper my secrets. Become flexible in me and align with my ways .

For everyone who keeps on asking receives; and he who keeps on seeking finds; and to him who keeps on knocking, [the door] will be opened.  Matthew 7:8 (AMP)

As each one has received a special gift, employ it in serving one another as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. Whoever speaks, is to do so as one who is speaking the utterances of God; whoever serves is to do so as one who is serving by the strength which God supplies; so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom belongs the glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.   1 Peter 4:10-11 (NASU)

Another day, another object lesson. I was returning to the car early this evening after walking the dogs. There beside the driver’s side door lay two keys, which were not there when we had started.  One copy was a copy and the other an original.

I found a penny a few days ago. When I got home, I washed off what appeared to be an older coin, except that the date was actually 2010.  And it never did really clean-up. I stuck it back into my pocket so I could place it in the “found-coins” container. That night as I was readying for bed I emptied my pockets and I could not find the penny. I searched again, but it was gone. Now, two night later, the penny is on my dresser. I heard His voice say to me, “Yes, it was there all the time.”  Too often things we think are gone, really are not. They are but out of site. Sometimes they are hidden from us to see if we are willing to continue to seek for them. At other times, they are taken from us for a time until we are ready.  In both cases, they are there all the time, just hidden from us in plain sight.

From that time Jesus began to preach, saying, "Repent for the kingdom of heaven is near.” Matthew 4:17 (MontgomeryNT)

Then Samuel took the horn of oil, and anointed him in the presence of his brothers; and the spirit of the Lord came mightily upon David from that day forward. Samuel then set out and went to Ramah.  1 Samuel 16:13

Let us know; let us press on to know the Lord; his going out is sure as the dawn; he will come to us as the showers, as the spring rains that water the earth." Hosea 6:3 (ESV)

When Elisha came into the house, behold the lad was dead and laid on his bed.  So he entered and shut the door behind them both and prayed to the Lord. And he went up and lay on the child, and put his mouth on his mouth and his eyes on his eyes and his hands on his hands, and he stretched himself on him; and the flesh of the child became warm.  Then he returned and walked in the house once back and forth, and went up and stretched himself on him; and the lad sneezed seven times and the lad opened his eyes.  2 Kings 4: 32-34 (NASU) I have heard your voice in prayer, calling out to me. I have laid out myself for you, covering you with my body. My healing is whole. Call my name and I will come, bringing the fullness of what is needed.

Look again. What do you see? Think beyond the natural. She does not need to hear the obvious, but that there is hope and freedom. She needs to know I have a plan for her life. She needs to know I will walk with her during this time in her life. I am her protector.

Jesus replied, “If anyone loves me, he will obey my word, and my Father will loves him, and we will come into him and take residence with him.”

It is time to expand and explore. Move beyond what you already think you know. Do not be trapped in the routines of your past; those places where you found me before. I am on the move. My people are following me into unknown places and territories. Arouse yourself from your stuporous ways. Awaken to me and where I am taking you. I have not called you to follow the others, but to follow me into the pathways I have created for you. Your exodus will attract others I have called into this journey. I have called you. Are you going to follow me?

Then I asked the angelic messenger who was speaking with me, “What are these sir?”  The messenger replied, “These are the four spirits (winds/breaths) of heaven that have been presenting themselves before the Lord of all the earth.” Zechariah 6:4-5 (NET) Keep watch. Do not grow weary. My plans and purposes remain unchanged. Though the mountain before you seem as brass, I AM ever-present. I will demonstrate my triumph in my perfect timing. Do not grow weary. Demonstrate the power of my name. Demonstrate my compassion; Speak my words of peace and truth.

But solid food is for the mature, for those who have their powers of discernment trained by constant practice to distinguish good from evil.  Hebrews 5:14 (ESV)

and said, "I'm telling you, once and for all, that unless you return to square one and start over like children, you're not even going to get a look at the kingdom, let alone get in. Whoever becomes simple and elemental again, like this child, will rank high in God's kingdom. What's more, when you receive the childlike on my account, it's the same as receiving me. Matthew 18:3-5 (THE MESSAGE: The Bible in Contemporary Language)

Now today in my walking I’d asked God if there were any more pennies for me. I did not see any during the walk, but as I was putting gasoline in the car I heard, “Look over there”. I  turned to the direction I had just been looking and now there were four pennies.  Yes, there were more pennies. The time before, He’d given me three, now today I had four more. So what you think?  Life changing, not so much? But how about affirming? He cares enough to provide these small cents of affirmation for me.  He will do the same things for you, but in ways which are meaningful for you.

This is a time of commencement for many of mine. You have passed through and are ready for more. I am opening more for you. I have empowered you and trained you.   I have placed before you all things. You are seeking me and what I can do though you.

In walking this morning, I was thinking about my role as a believer; A what am I called to do type of internal conversation. I’ve come to better understand my role as a firecarrier. It is two-fold. One to keep the fire on the altar constantly burning and the other to bring God’s fire directly into the lives of others.  It was then a heard the words, “pointed in the right direction”. As I heard that phrase I saw a penny in front of me brightly shining in the sunlight. I picked it up and saw the year as 1999, the year I became aware that I was in the prophetic camp. After seeing the year, I immediately saw two more pennies to the left of the original. They too seemed to have dates (1967 and 1971) significant to things which have occurred in my lifetime. So now: I wish to point you in the right direction. Ask Father: and expect an answer to those things which you really are asking Him.

Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.   2 Corinthians 4:16

I saw a man standing at a blue care. He was looking into the window of the rear door.  Twice I heard him gently call the name Edward.   Edward, Father is calling your name. He wishes to awaken you. For a time you have realized your revelatory gifting. But now you must awaken and stand firm in what has been spoken to you.   You have heavenly wealth and are to be come the guardian. With Father standing at your side you will not fail. Continue to follow his voice and He will transport you you where you will succeed in His will.  Don’t let this opportunity of calling pass by you.      Edward, He has called your name.

" And so we have the prophetic word confirmed, which you do well to heed as a light that shines in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts; knowing this first, that no prophecy of Scripture is of any private interpretation, for prophecy never came by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Spirit" (2 Peter 1:19-21)

As I was driving my car, I came upon a man walking on the sidewalk. He caught my attention because he was dressed for winter. I could see his hooded sweatshirt pulled up covering his head. He wore a black winter coat, It was buttoned shut. He wore gloves upon his hands. I thought about this man for several days, until God explained, “He is out of season.”   There are several of you who are unsettled, thinking you have missed it. Like the world, you are in a place of tension.  You see others who have graduated and are commencing new journeys.   Be encouraged: God has not left you. He is not disappointed with you. You are where you need to be. This is time where you are out of season, not out of God’s favor .

Be silent at the presence of the Lord Yahweh, for the day of Yahweh is at hand. For Yahweh has prepared a sacrifice. He has consecrated his guests. (Zephaniah 1:7 WEB )

Then they reported to the Messenger of the LORD standing among the myrtle trees, "We have patrolled the earth. The whole world is at rest and in peace.  Zechariah 1:11

Words for John and Catherine I heard – It is time for the launching. Just as a ship on its initial voyage hits the water, there is a large displacement of water and then a smaller back-splash of water.  Do not panic. I Am the one sending you into the deep waters. --------------------------------------------------------------- For Loretta and James Allow me to whisper my name into your ear. Allow the veneer of years to be washed away. You remain upon my heart.

Do not become distracted or discouraged; but allow me to empower you to walk in my ways.  Let my spirit guide you into all truth. Walk where I have planted you.   I have not removed my authority from you to subdue the earth. Let the power of my love become evident wherever you walk. Expect my dreams. Allow them to guide you. In me you will be successful. In me you will prosper.

The Lord came from Sinai, And dawned on them from Seir; He shone forth from Mount Paran, And He came from the midst of ten thousand holy ones; At His right hand there was flashing lightning for them. " Indeed, He loves the people; All Your holy ones are in Your hand, And they followed in Your steps; Everyone receives of Your words. Deuteronomy 33:1-3 (NASU)

You each are my creation, specifically gifted to reach the lost with me. It is through your brokenness I can release what is needed. It is through your willingness to reach others I can bring my healing to you.   You are unique and necessary for my plan. I have provided all that is needed.

This word is for those who wish “to drive the car”   What if your voice was the last one they heard speaking? Where would you be leading them? Could they find my answer to their prayer in your words?   Would they know my love?  My love exists beyond how you feel. You are their access to me.

The light shines in the darkness and the darkness has not overcome it.  John 1:5

Yet moved with compassion, Jesus stretched out his hand and touched him, saying “I am willing. Be clean!” Mark 1:41

I am here. I am casting out fear. Release the blinders which hold you. Each day actively seek after me for what I have for you. It is time for you to walk in the kingdom authority I have given you.  It is time you broke the bonds of oppression; multiply peace and food for the hungry. You are mine. There is nothing I have kept back from you. Believe and step further into my kingdom ways, destroying the works of the enemy.  I have cast out fear. My anointing is upon you. Let my love guide you and illuminate the darkness.

You uphold me in my integrity and set me before your face forever. Psalm 41:12 (TLV)