The Shepherd's Embrace

Fresh Anointing

On morning wings comes a fresh anointing. You have every thing you need. I put it in you. I placed it in the design of your DNA.

My son, take your eyes off yourself and focus on others. That is where your blessings will come from.

Hither to my Word. Listen closely. I am always speaking.

I have planted you. Allow the roots to grow deep. I have been watering and watering. Carefully tending to you. Now let the harvests pour in. It will be abundance for years to come. Yea, even for generations.

It is not always what it has seemed. But it’s what I’ve planned.

“But his delight is in the law of the Lord, And in His law he meditates day and night. He shall be like a tree Planted by the rivers of water, That brings forth its fruit in its season, Whose leaf also shall not wither; And whatever he does shall prosper.”

Psalms 1:2-3 NKJV

Oasis

Harken unto the cry of my heart! What does my heart cry out for? My heart cries out for you!

From the beginning of time, I planned you and formed you into my likeness. I put destiny and purpose into the very make up of your existence.

I watch over you night and day. I provide for you and protect you. I have set guardian angels to your right and left to watch over you and protect you. They flank your sides and no fiery arrow or attack from the enemy gets by them. I have your back.

Walk forth in confidence knowing I guard your every step. Do not fret or cry over the circumstances you face. Do not loose heart or grow weary in hope. I am your foundation, your deliverer, and your sure hope. I do not disappoint. Remember, I am never late.

Put your whole trust in me. Do not rely on your own strength or worldly resources. That leads to apathy and exhaustion. Rely on me and me alone.

I will make a way through deserts that will be easy. You will be nourished and satisfied. You will never thirst. You will grow in stature and abundance. I will bless you and prosper you beyond measure in the most unlikely places. An oasis of beauty, rest and delight.

Stay on my path and you will be amazed. It is not always as it seems. Do not gaze at my will for you with earthly eyes, but put on faith so you can discern my leadings and my will.

“Finally Abram said to Lot, “Let’s not allow this conflict to come between us or our herdsmen. After all, we are close relatives! The whole countryside is open to you. Take your choice of any section of the land you want, and we will separate. If you want the land to the left, then I’ll take the land on the right. If you prefer the land on the right, then I’ll go to the left.” Lot took a long look at the fertile plains of the Jordan Valley in the direction of Zoar. The whole area was well watered everywhere, like the garden of the Lord or the beautiful land of Egypt. (This was before the Lord destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah.) Lot chose for himself the whole Jordan Valley to the east of them. He went there with his flocks and servants and parted company with his uncle Abram. So Abram settled in the land of Canaan, and Lot moved his tents to a place near Sodom and settled among the cities of the plain. But the people of this area were extremely wicked and constantly sinned against the Lord. After Lot had gone, the Lord said to Abram, “Look as far as you can see in every direction—north and south, east and west. I am giving all this land, as far as you can see, to you and your descendants as a permanent possession. And I will give you so many descendants that, like the dust of the earth, they cannot be counted! Go and walk through the land in every direction, for I am giving it to you.” Genesis‬ ‭13‬:‭8‬-‭17‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Listen for the Whisper

It has to be me. There is no other way. There is no one else. It has to be me.

Keep your eyes on me and keep your heart focused on me. Your eyes wander and your heart hopes for relief from the world. That leads to more pain and destruction. It’s a facade.

Sssshhhhh. Listen for the whisper. My still and quiet voice in the wind. Stand still and be quiet. Quiet your heart and focus your gaze.

I am speaking. Do you hear me? I am moving. Do you see me? It takes a slow and quieted heart to see and hear.

Say to this mountain move! Say to this boulder crumble! Say it now and with authority. There is nothing that can stand in your way. I have given you all authority on this earth in my name.

Move forward in peace. Do not loose heart. My word is true. I do not lie. I am faithful.

Sleep like a child. Throw off every worry and despair. Fill your mouth with praise and thanksgiving. Rest in the knowledge that I am your loving father who loves you with a never-ending, unchanging and infinite love.

Mark 11:22-24 – And Jesus answered them, “Have faith in God. Truly, I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be taken up and thrown into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that what he says will come to pass, it will be done for him. Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.

In The Shadow of the Almighty

In the shadow of the Almighty is where you will rest. Stay in the coolness and rest my shadow provides for you.
You may be facing a rock wall that seems impenetrable, but I have chiseled out a way for you. Merely push lightly and it will come crumbling down.
The way I have provided for you may not seem like what you have envisioned or even prayed for, but it is better. My way leads to prosperity and joy.
Let go of what you have held to so firmly. Soften your grasp and gently open your hand. Release it to me. I will cause it to grow and flourish.
I make a path where there seems to be no way. You have asked for the miraculous and for a divine outcome. I have heard you and I will provide a way that will amaze you. No one else may know or have an inkling of what I have done for you. It’s for you alone. Store it in your heart of a testimony to how much I love you and care for you.
I alone am the apple of your eye. I alone am the focus of your gaze. I alone reign supreme in your heart.

““And why worry about your clothing? Look at the lilies of the field and how they grow. They don’t work or make their clothing, yet Solomon in all his glory was not dressed as beautifully as they are. And if God cares so wonderfully for wildflowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you. Why do you have so little faith? “So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’ These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭6‬:‭28‬-‭33‬ ‭NLT‬‬

I Will Make A Way

Do you think I cannot make a way?

Hold My hand and let me do this.

The mountains may seem tall, but in one small swoop they crumble under My hand.

Rest and relax. It may seem hard, but I want you to rest.

Look to your left. I have a vineyard banquet prepared for you with shade and refreshments. Stay there and be nourished by Me. (I saw a large wooden table in an opening in the middle of a vineyard. It was under a trellis with vines draped all over it. The table was laden with flowers, drink carafes and platters of food. I saw a lot of fruits and vegetables on the platters.)

I will make a way. You can’t do it. I can. Whether you deserve it or have earned, it does not matter to Me. It’s only because I love you and tenderly care for you.

Oh it is amazing how you think you can do it, make a way. Your way is rough and shod with rocks and nails. The way I am making for you is smooth. You will arrive dancing and praising.

Hold My hand and watch. I am your loving father and My word is true. It is a firm foundation that will never fail nor break. Stand here and watch.

Watch and be amazed. There are two entrances. Two sources that I will use to divert My blessings. Open both gates and watch Me pour it in. It’s a heavy flow of blessings and abundance. It’s not how you imagined, but it’s what I’ve planned. Hold on!

You will be amazed and joy filled. It’s My doing because I will it. Why? Because I love you and desire to fill your heart with gladness and happiness. Come. Be refreshed.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name.” ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭23‬:‭1‬-‭3‬ ‭NLT‬‬

“Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.” Isaiah 43:19-21

My Way is the Best Way

Ring the bells.

Blow the shofar.

I am coming. I am here.

I am doing a new thing and you will be amazed. I am filling your heart with joy. My mercies are new every morning.

I have heard your prayers. Your cries and the angst of your heart are ever before me.

You may feel that I am delaying, but I am working all things for your good.

My way is the best way. Never settle for anything, but await my provision. My provision will satisfy the very depths of your soul for today and for generations to come.

Do not doubt the depths of my love for you. I created you and planned you before conception. You were a wonderful thought in my heart and I knit you with loving tenderness in your mother’s womb. Rest in that and let the confidence of my love transform and fill you.

Come before me with confidence. When your heart is pure and full of love, you shall ask and you will receive.

Are you ready? Are you ready to walk in what I have for you? It will take a child’s faith and obedience on your part.

You must part with fear and any unholy desire you have that causes you to pause and doubt. Do you not think I don’t see the fear and doubt in your heart? It is an abhorrence to Me. Cast those things aside. Stomp on them and throw them out.

You don’t need to worry or do it on your own. Your work is dirty and filthy rags.

Wait on Me. I have all that you need. Fulfillment is in my hands and I freely give it to you.

My love is a shelter for you and a shield for you. I am ever surrounding you, protecting you and providing for you.

There is nowhere I won’t go for your sake. Nothing I won’t do for you. I am your Abba. An abba like you have never known on this earth. I am perfection.

Rest in me. Take a moment and sing praises to my name. Cry out with a hallelujah.

I am here in your midst and I will never leave you nor forsake you. You are my beloved and I hold you dear to my heart.

My presence over you is thick and fragrant. My love is like honey and I pour it over your head. It drips and covers every inch of you.

Dwell in my presence and never depart. There are untold blessings and treasures. Stay in my presence and you will be laden with mercies untold.

”And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below—indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord.“ ‭‭Romans‬ ‭8‬:‭38‬-‭39‬ ‭NLT

Say Yes

I am the LORD your God.

Either get in the middle of my will or stand off to the fringes. But I will cut off the fringes. I am doing a new thing.

My Spirit roams over the earth through buildings and homes. There is no where I won’t go, no door is closed.

If you would say yes to my calling, I would use you to mold and change the hearts of my beloved children.

I am raising up a new generation of soldiers for my army who will do my will in obedience for the good of my kingdom.

I will raise a new generation of farmers who will harvest what they didn’t sow. I will use them to fill my silos with grain for generations to come.

Do not fret while you look around. Observe the lost, they are grasping for hope. You carry the hope they long for in your heart.

Beloved, love. You are my light in this world. Love.

Do not be afraid or display disgust for the lost. But love.

I am searching and searching for those that will journey the byways with me to seek and claim the lost for my kingdom. I have prepared a banqueting table for all my children.

Stay in my embrace. Stay in my Word. My word will transform you. It will be your hope and peace.

“Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing. Anyone who does not remain in me is thrown away like a useless branch and withers. Such branches are gathered into a pile to be burned. But if you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want, and it will be granted! When you produce much fruit, you are my true disciples. This brings great glory to my Father.“ ‭‭John‬ ‭15‬:‭5‬-‭8‬

Stand on My Word

I am the Lord, your God who gives breath to your lungs and life to your bones.

My Word is sure. Yes and amen. I declare and it is so. You can stand on My Word. I am faithful and always at work.

During this season, I have stretched and enlarged your tents. You felt the groaning and angst, but you did not see what I was doing. Remember, I am always at work on your behalf.

Look, I also expanded your territory. Beyond what the eye can see. Now move aside, sit snd rest. I am about my business. I am filling your tents with incredible blessings and provision.

There is a niggling after thought that causes you to wonder if I will come through. Set that aside and cast it out. Lock the door to those worries. They are not of Me and only cause despair and worry.

I am faithful. My Word is true. My Word is an anchor. My Word is a strong tower. Run into it and abide there.

Yes, even while you slumber, I am working on your behalf. Fill your mouth with praise and stay in My embrace.

”How my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! For the Mighty One is holy, and he has done great things for me. He shows mercy from generation to generation to all who fear him. His mighty arm has done tremendous things!” ‭‭Luke‬ ‭1‬:‭47‬, ‭49‬-‭51‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Harvests for Generations

Well done my good and faithful servant. You have done well, but it’s not over yet. There is still much to come.

I will completely change your trajectory. It will be sudden and decisive. I will have you hang out with me high above, apart from others. You will not lament nor regret. I will feed you by my hand. It will be a grand banqueting table.

You say now and yes, the timing is right. I am in agreement. These things we have been nurturing in your heart and they are ready to bloom. The seed had been planted and by my hand, I have fed, nurtured and watered the seed. With a hoe, I have pulled the weeds. Now the shoots have broken through the ground. It is fertile ground that will reap harvests for generations to come.

My blessings are not as you imagine. They might be way beyond what you have planned. Listen intently for my word, I will reveal all…the way you should go, where you should live and what you will invest in. I have it all sorted out. All you must do is obey. It will be a blessing to you and your family.

Fear is not of me and neither is worry or anxiety. Rest in me. Embrace my peace. Do not labor under your own strength and understanding, but wait on me. The time is now.

“From of old no one has heard or perceived by the ear, no eye has seen a God besides you, who acts for those who wait for him.” (ESV) Isaiah 64:4

The Shadow of the Almighty

I have given you a special dispensation of gracious power and authority. Move forward in the plans of your heart. Ask for I am listening. Harken unto my voice and align your heart with my word.

Ask and it will be given to you…pressed down, shaken up and overflowing. I have seen your faithfulness and obedience.

Continue to dwell in my presence; in the shadow of your almighty. I’m my midst I will endow you with supernatural understanding and I will equip you with treasures untold. You lack nothing.

Stand toward the back and let me lift you up according to my wishes and purposes. I have set you apart so that my will be done.

I saw a jungle before me. Then I saw the Lord’s hand with a shining silver machete that was sharp. He easily cut a path before us to walk through. He has created the path regardless of the circumstances.

”“When you call on me, when you come and pray to me, I’ll listen. “When you come looking for me, you’ll find me. “Yes, when you get serious about finding me and want it more than anything else, I’ll make sure you won’t be disappointed.” God’s Decree. “I’ll turn things around for you. I’ll bring you back from all the countries into which I drove you”—God’s Decree—“bring you home to the place from which I sent you off into exile. You can count on it.“
Jeremiah 29:12-14 MSG