the FireCarrier

“Now at one point the Pharisees asked Jesus when the kingdom of God was coming, so he answered, “The kingdom of God is not coming with signs to be observed, nor will they say, ‘Look, here it is!’ or ‘There!’ For indeed, the kingdom of God is in your midst.”” ‭‭Luke‬ ‭17:20-21‬ ‭NET‬‬

“Behold, I will do a new thing. It springs out now. Don’t you know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.”  ‭‭Isaiah‬ ‭43:19‬ ‭WEB‬‬

Hope of all hopes, dream of our dreams,     a child is born, sweet-breathed; a son is given to us: a living gift. And even now, with tiny features and dewy hair, He is great.     The power of leadership, and the weight of authority, will rest on His shoulders. His name? His name we’ll know in many ways—     He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Dear Father everlasting, ever-present never-failing,     Master of Wholeness, Prince of Peace. His leadership will bring such prosperity as you’ve never seen before—     sustainable peace for all time. This child: God’s promise to David—a throne forever, among us,     to restore sound leadership that cannot be perverted or shaken. He will ensure justice without fail and absolute equity. Always.     The intense passion of the Eternal, Commander of heavenly armies,     will carry this to completion.   Isaiah 9:6-7 (Voice)     Refresh and refill, that His Spirit may rest upon you and empower you

Dear ( your name ) In this season I wish to remind you of my great love for you.  I see much within you, and have further plans in your life for my kingdom ways.   My ways and gifts are within you. Pour them forth and more will appear. Grow in me and what I have provided. My anointing is smeared upon your head.   I have challenges for you yet to be accomplished. Be washed and refreshed by the water of my Word. It will guide you and fill you with Truth.   Awaken to those I have sent before you. Do not imitate, but learn from them.   Allow me to spend time with you. Soak in my presence. I will wash away circumstances which have encumbered you. My peace will overflow you.

It is a new season.  Look beyond what you sense is possible; I am already there and waiting for you.   Learn a new reliance upon me. I am already there for you. I will give you the words to speak and a new heart.   There re new things bubbling up from within you. My Spirit is within you, shaping and directing you. I have been molding you before you even knew me.   Fear Not:  In this coming season I have things which you can do only through my grace and authority. I have an overwhelming favor within you, bubbling up.

It is time to awaken what I have placed within you. Open your eyes to what is possible through me. Wash the windows; Clean away the grime of the past.   Allow me to awaken you and guide you. I am here with you. Fear not, but rely upon me. Learn the strength of being in me.   I AM the creative light and you are mine. You are light which the world needs. Fear not what is coming, but see me.   Awaken to my ways for I am opening more to those who seek me. I am communicating my love and direction; seek me. Wash yourself in my Word; feed yourself the Word.

During a Saturday afternoon walk, I saw a large man. He seemingly appeared where it had been previously no one. He was dressed in all black and had a longer, dark beard. A few minutes later, as I was looking for this man, he was not to be found. Now there was a smaller, clean-shaven man walking.     We were driving in the car early this Sunday morning. I was looking for the moon, when I saw it seemingly directly in front of me. It stood large and white against the yet-dark skies. It was quite noticeable and impressive -the only super-moon for this ending calendar year.   I was glad to be able to again see the moon as I was on my way for the early-morning walk.  But now, I saw no moon. I turned every direction, but could no longer visualize the moon. I was puzzled and queried Father-God.   The answer was clear and pointed: "Because you can not see it, does that mean it does not exist?"

Stand firm. This is not the time to declare your fear. Speak forth the truth and in love conquer your fears. Declare truth with your mouth, so that your ears may hear. Be reliant upon what God has supplied and not what you feel you need.   Call upon the name of Jesus. Declare praises to Him alone Be firm in what he has told you; standing upon his word.

“If He should determine to do so, If He should gather to Himself His spirit and His breath, All flesh would perish together, And man would return to dust. Job 34: 14-15 (NASB)

Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever! Psalms 107:1 (ESV)

I will not keep silent because of Zion, and I will not keep still because of Jerusalem, until her righteousness shines like a bright light and her salvation, like a flaming torch. Nations will see your righteousness and all kings, your glory. You will be called by a new name that the LORD’s mouth will announce. You will be a glorious crown in the LORD’s hand, and a royal diadem in the palm of your God. Isaiah 62:1-3 (HCSB)

“Then I said, 'What are these, my lord?' The angel who talked with me said to me, 'I will show you what they are.' So the man who was standing among the myrtle trees answered, 'These are they whom the Lord has sent to patrol the earth.'”  ‭Zechariah‬ ‭1:9-10‬ ‭(ESV‬‬)

Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; But one who keeps the law is blessed.   Proverbs 29:18 (WEB)

The creator God says... Awaken, It is time to step into the things which I have for you.   Do not hold back, but allow me to work thru you.

For in him you have been enriched in every way--in all your speaking and in all your knowledge-- because our testimony about Christ was confirmed in you. Therefore you do not lack any spiritual gift as you eagerly wait for our Lord Jesus Christ to be revealed. 1 Corinthians 1:5-7 (NIV)

I was on a recent morning walk with my dog. We went up a set of steps to get onto the bike-path.  At the top she turned left then slowed her pace and looked at me. There was a man not far from where we’d go.  She again looked at me, and then moved to my right side. The man seemed real enough, but strange that he had a set of bar bells. There were three pair of weights.  He was carrying a set of the weights towards the steps. He had left the bars in the middle obstructing the pathway.  In reality I'd thought we had been the only car in the parking area in the direction this "man" was heading.

Speak my word in love.

"If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me.” Jeremiah 29: 13

  Do not grow weary or confused.  If you seek me you will find me. I will demonstrate my power and righteousness through those who know me. You will recognize them by the authority and abundance of my love.  Continue to ask me for wisdom, for you shall surely receive it. Spread my  truth in love, for there are many who need me. Remove the spiders from your life. Do not ignore them or they will multiply.  Continue listening for me for I am communicating with my creation. Know my love and draw near. Ask me, so I might supply your needs. Nothing shall keep me away from those I love. Knock down the lies and high places of my enemies. There rebuild my altars for I am holy. I am placing a new mantle about your shoulders. It will conceal a sash of  blue and gold. Remain covered in me. Those that are actively seeking me will find me. I will be their great  reward.

  So faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God .  Romans 10:17

Don’t let even one rotten word seep out of your mouths. Instead, offer only fresh words that build others up when they need it most. That way your good words will communicate grace to those who hear them.  It’s time to stop bringing grief to God’s Holy Spirit; you have been sealed with the Spirit, marked as His own for the day of rescue.   Banish bitterness, rage and anger, shouting and slander, and any and all malicious thoughts—these are poison.   Instead, be kind and compassionate. Graciously forgive one another just as God has forgiven you through the Anointed, our Liberating King.  Ephesians 4: 29-32 (Voice)

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you ; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10

Thus says the Lord , “Stand by the ways and see and ask for the ancient paths, Where the good way is, and walk in it; And you will find rest for your souls. Jeremiah 6:16 (NASB)

For I will give you words and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict.  Luke 21:15 (NIV)

Jesus answered, "It is written: 'Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.'"   Matthew 4:4 (NIV)

A yard-sign caught my attention as I was driving home this morning through the local neighborhoods. It was in the front yard, beside an organized pile of items. It read “For Sale”.  I initially thought it a bit late in the week-end for the sign to be active. Again I heard the word, but this time I heard “Foresail. You are to be my foresail". I had to check to see if it was an actual word what it may mean. It is the larger, lower portion of a boats sail. It is the principal sail on a foremast. We are to be his foresail. Filled with the wind of His Spirit, he will take us places we should be. We will not stall out, but push forward where his wind directs.

I took the dog on an early morning walk today. As we began the walk we heard the sound of a train on the near-by tracks. Over our frequent visits I’d come to realize there are two parallel tracks. We both find it special for our own reasons. It was not much later and we heard a southbound train too. Not much time later a third train had passed over those tracks.  It caused me a bit of puzzlement, as there had been a train sitting on one set of the tracks. It was there when we began our walk. In my mind I was trying to figure it out. How could so many trains passed by with one currently sitting still. While I thought I had figured it possible if one of the trains we heard had stopped there, but we never heard that slow-down and loud creaking which occurs when the do stop. But then train number four for the morning came by. It was not until then that I realized was being taught a lesson. I need to not limit things to natural conclusions.  With Him

Today as all days.... Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. Keep your mouth free of perversity; keep corrupt talk far from your lips. Let your eyes look straight ahead; fix your gaze directly before you. Proverbs 4: 23-25 (NIV)

Despite what your history may wish you to believe, you are as your name implies: “joy of the Father”.   He exults (is joyful/jubilant) over you. Father has not forgotten the dreams He has placed within you. The enemy has seen them and would have you be believe they are false. The enemy would have you feel that you are worthless and a failure.  That is a lie. You are a child of the King and His heart is for you. Feed regularly upon the written Word of the Father. Each day absorb it. It will guide you into real Truth and justice. Keep your focus upon Him and not what you see in the natural. Confess failure when it occurs, and move forward in forgiveness.  There are supernatural plans for you to be involved; advancing the kingdom of God, taking down strongholds. He is active within your life activities.  Learn to follow what you sense and act upon Him directing. Reach out when He whispers to you.  It will build that great faith He has decreed. Each step you take destroys the

This word is for those in which in the year 1995 has significance. The WORD of the LORD for you today is Continue Continue to seek Him Continue to Listen Continue to be where you are placed for now.   ….then you will prosper. “As Jesus went on from there, he saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax booth. “Follow me,” he said to him. And he got up and followed him.”    Matthew 9:9 ( NET

The words you need to hear, “You did not fail me.”  Look passed the current struggles and see me. I am here with you and I am already there.   Come along with the. Walk where I show you. I will guide you in my truth.

Open the curtain to let in my light. Pull back the sashes and blinders which have limited what is visible to you.   There is more to see and experience. It is available to you. Look out.  Let me expand what you now see.

I want you to wait for me. Take time to draw me into you you,     into the workings of your life.   Sit with me and listen for my heartbeat. I am trying to get your attention.

I speak the blessing of Father-God     (who knows your name and who knows     your desires) over your life and those who surround you.   I bless you with the fullness He has provided for you.

God said, # tn The prefixed verb form with the vav (ו) consecutive introduces the narrative sequence. Ten times in the chapter the decree of God in creation will be so expressed. For the power of the divine word in creation, see Ps 33:9, John 1:1-3, 1 Cor 8:6, and Col 1:16.sn God said. By speaking, God brings the world into existence. The efficacious nature of the word of the Lord is a prominent theme in this chapter. It introduces the Law, the words and commandments from the Lord that must be obeyed. The ten decrees of God in this chapter anticipate the ten words in the Decalogue (Exod 20:2-17). “Let there be # tn “Let there be” is the short jussive form of the verb “to be”; the following expression “and there was” is the short preterite form of the same verb. As such, יְהִי (yÿhi) and וַיְהִי (vayÿhi) form a profound wordplay to express both the calling into existence and the complete fulfillment of the divine word. light.” # sn Light. The Hebrew word simply means “li

Your eyes saw me when I was inside the womb. All the days ordained for me were recorded in your scroll before one of them came into existence. How difficult it is for me to fathom your thoughts about me, O God! How vast is their sum total. Psalm 139: 16-17 (NET)

Continue walking with me.  I am there. I am in your past, I am in your future. I am where you are at this very point.   Do not judge by your circumstances, but always walk with me. I will show myself.

God said, # tn The prefixed verb form with the vav (ו) consecutive introduces the narrative sequence. Ten times in the chapter the decree of God in creation will be so expressed. For the power of the divine word in creation, see Ps 33:9, John 1:1-3, 1 Cor 8:6, and Col 1:16.sn God said. By speaking, God brings the world into existence. The efficacious nature of the word of the Lord is a prominent theme in this chapter. It introduces the Law, the words and commandments from the Lord that must be obeyed. The ten decrees of God in this chapter anticipate the ten words in the Decalogue (Exod 20:2-17). “Let there be # tn “Let there be” is the short jussive form of the verb “to be”; the following expression “and there was” is the short preterite form of the same verb. As such, יְהִי (yÿhi) and וַיְהִי (vayÿhi) form a profound wordplay to express both the calling into existence and the complete fulfillment of the divine word. light.” # sn Light. The Hebrew word simply means “li

Look forward and not where you have been before. I want you to continue.  Trust me and what I am directing you to do.   Watch for me. Be vigilant, for I am calling out to you. Have I not told you, “It is me?”

"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”  Joshua 1:9 (NIV) I

““The Spirit of the Lord speaks through me; his words are upon my tongue. The God of Israel spoke. The Rock of Israel said to me: ‘The one who rules righteously, who rules in the fear of God, is like the light of morning at sunrise, like a morning without clouds, like the gleaming of the sun on new grass after rain.’”  ‭‭2 Samuel‬ ‭23:2-4‬ ‭(NLT ‬‬)

Last Sunday morning I had a short dream.  Within this dream, I was having a dream. In the inner dream I was hearing a sound, so awoke myself to see what was happening. I pushed back the curtain to look and saw two small lambs.  They were clearly small, unsteady on their feet. They were typically with dirty wool. I saw them for a few seconds and then awoke from both dreams. This morning at church, I felt prodded to share the dream and give a short word, then sat down.  It was very short time when a lady got from her seat, came to the back where I was sitting and began sharing. (She and her husband were relatively new to the church). She shared that during the past week she had a short dream snippet.  I had followed her to their home. She felt safe, as if I was sent to help and protect her.

Despite your circumstances or how you feel about yourself, know this: God remains unchanged. His love for you has not changed. He is for you. Know without doubt He remains steadfast in His love for you.

I have posted watchmen on your walls, Jerusalem; they will never be silent day or night. You who call on the Lord, give yourselves no rest, and give Him no rest till He establishes Jerusalem and makes her the praise of the earth.   Isaiah 62:6-7

It is a night to be observed for the Lord for having brought them out from the land of Egypt; this night is for the Lord, be observed by all the sons of Israel throughout their generations.  Exodus 12:42 (NASB)

The LORD continued to appear at Shiloh, and there he revealed himself to Samuel through his word.  ‭‭1 Samuel‬ ‭3:21‬ ‭NIV‬‬

As a result, he has brought you into his own presence, and you are holy and blameless as you stand before him without a single fault.”  ‭‭Colossians‬ ‭1:22‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.   Psalm 91:1 (NIV)

Then Jonah prayed to the Lord his God from the belly of the fish, sa ying, I called out to the Lord , out of my distress,      and he answered me; out of the belly of Sheol I cried, and you heard my voice. For you cast me into the deep,      into the heart of the seas,      and the flood surrounded me; all your waves and your billows      passed over me. Then I said, ‘I am driven away      from your sight; yet I shall again look      upon your holy temple.’ Jonah 2: 1-3 (ESV)

I want you to grow in me. Rise above the common and speak when I direct you. Not only speak what I give you, but in the very way I deliver it to you. Rise above and sit with me. I have much more to show you. I will open your eyes to experience all that I have.  I need you to trust me, for in me is life.

When Jesus saw Nathanael approaching, he said of him, "Here is a true Israelite, in whom there is nothing false." "How do you know me?" Nathanael asked. Jesus answered, "I saw you while you were still under the fig tree before Philip called you." Then Nathanael declared, "Rabbi, you are the Son of God; you are the King of Israel." Jesus said, "You believe because I told you I saw you under the fig tree. You shall see greater things than that." He then added, "I tell you the truth, you shall see heaven open, and the angels of God ascending and descending on the Son of Man."   John 1:47-51 (NIV)

This left Jacob all alone in the camp, and a man came and wrestled with him until the dawn began to break.   When the man saw that he would not win the match, he touched Jacob’s hip and wrenched it out of its socket.   Then the man said, “Let me go, for the dawn is breaking!”  But Jacob said, “I will not let you go unless you bless me.”   “What is your name?” the man asked.  He replied, “Jacob.”   “Your name will no longer be Jacob,” the man told him. “From now on you will be called Israel, because you have fought with God and with men and have won.”

One day the group of prophets came to Elisha and told him, “As you can see, this place where we meet with you is too small. Let’s go down to the Jordan River, where there are plenty of logs. There we can build a new place for us to meet.” “All right,” he told them, “go ahead.” “Please come with us,” someone suggested.  “I will,” he said. So he went with them.   When they arrived at the Jordan, they began cutting down trees. But as one of them was cutting a tree, his ax head fell into the river. “Oh, sir!” he cried. “It was a borrowed ax!”   “Where did it fall?” the man of God asked. When he showed him the place, Elisha cut a stick and threw it into the water at that spot. Then the ax head floated to the surface.   “Grab it,” Elisha said. And the man reached out and grabbed it. 2 Kings 6:1-6 (NLT)

‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.’  Jeremiah 33:3 (NIV)

Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins      and will raise up the age-old foundations; you will be called Repairer of Broken Walls,      Restorer of Streets with Dwellings. Isaiah 58:12 (NIV)

The voice of the LORD echoes above the sea. The God of glory thunders. The LORD thunders over the mighty sea. The voice of the LORD is powerful; the voice of the LORD is majestic. The voice of the LORD splits the mighty cedars; the LORD shatters the cedars of Lebanon. He makes Lebanon’s mountains skip like a calf; he makes Mount Hermon leap like a young wild ox. Psalm 29:6 Psalm 29:6

Thus says the Lord , “Stand by the roads and look; ask for the ancient paths, Where the good way is; then walk in it, And you will find rest for your souls. Jeremiah 6:16a (Amplified) Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Matthew 11:29 (NIV)

This morning at the start of our foggy walk, we heard the honking of geese. I stopped to try to visualize their coming. It was a few minutes before I could actually see their approach. As they came towards us, they broke into three groups. The smaller group went their own direction away from the two main groups.  They both had their separate formation as they flew overhead of us.   I watched them fly north until again, the two groups merged again into a single unit, their voices still honking the encouragement.     Richard, I am well-pleased. Your heart and expression anchor what I have placed within you. Continue to seek me in this coming period and I will show you more.   Within you is far more than your past or what you see/imagine for your future. Hold onto me. As you continue to walk out and shepherd my flock, I will grant you more. Yet it comes at a cost, and it has been paid in full.   Continue to be open to my leading and I will show y

Move beyond your comfort zone. Open yourself to my fullness. Follow-me. I will show you new places and ways for you to share me.  You will thrive. Seek me. I will show myself. Explore my fullness.

Take care in whom you listen. Watch what you allow influence your decisions.   Stay in me and do not allow the arrows of fear to direct you. You are mine. Stay within the protection I afford to you.   The way of the enemy is devious and subtle, but leads to death. Within me is life and vitality. Within me is safety. My love cast out fear.