Come Into The House of the Lord

Come into my presence, rejoicing with song and dance. Why are you downcast? You are blessed, blessed beyond measure. Dry your eyes and lift up your face. Allow my glory to shine upon your countenance.

You are mine and mine alone. I have marked you for my purposes. Get out of bed and walk with me. I have much to reveal to you, much to tell you. Oh, the wonders that I would show you if you would, but just abide in my presence; wonders both majestic and awe inspiring.

See the green pasture and the land beyond. It is yours. Claim it and walk it. Settle it. It is a land of milk and honey with pastures to graze, filled with trees for shade and rivers of water to quench your thirst. In this place, we will walk together as father and son. In this place, you will find rest.

I lure you with sweet and tender words. I lead you with kindness and tenderness. Come into the house of the Lord with thanksgiving and praise. For I am the Lord your God. I will never leave you, nor forsake you even until the end of the age.

Many will say, “look at how the Lord is good,” for I neither slumber nor sleep. I am ever vigilantly watching over you. I am the good shepherd and not one of my children are lost. Careful of the evil one, he is always out to ensnare. Be pure of speech and of heart. Carry my promises in your heart and proclaim with your mouth my goodness. Your praises will transform you.

I carry you in my heart. You are ever the focus of my thoughts. Not one hair on your head will be harmed. Walk in confidence knowing that I am with you providing and protecting you.

There is no where you can go that I am not with you. In fact, I go before you preparing the path and a place for you. Do not fear of what I’ve called you to do. I’ve already done it and now you just have to walk it. And that is the life I have for you-filled with child like faith with unadulterated trust in me, your loving Father. I am worthy of your trust. I will never let you down. Come, take my hand and let me lead you. Trust and never let go of me.

“God shall arise, his enemies shall be scattered; and those who hate him shall flee before him! As smoke is driven away, so you shall drive them away; as wax melts before fire, so the wicked shall perish before God! But the righteous shall be glad; they shall exult before God; they shall be jubilant with joy! Sing to God, sing praises to his name; lift up a song to him who rides through the deserts; his name is the Lord; exult before him!”
Psalm 68:1-4 ESV

Come, Let Us Go

There is no one but Me that can satisfy your soul.

I say move, and you must go. I say this way, and you must get up and go. Which way? To the left, to the east. I am coming in splendor and grandeur.

The things in your heart are dear and important to Me. I treasure and value the desires of your heart. I placed them there.

Do you not know that it is nothing for Me to provide for you. It gives Me great joy to care for you. You have been waiting, and I am greatly pleased at the state of your heart during the waiting. I have caused you to grow and be transformed. You have embraced Me, even when it hurt and even when you had to put down and walk away from your own will and desires.

Come, come with me to this cliff. See the bag at your feet? Those are yesterday’s fears and worries. Grab that bag and throw it off the cliff and watch the waves carry it off. Gone and never to return.

You are free. Dance, sing and rejoice before me. I have set you free. This is how I want you to live – free, exuberant, and full of life. No matter the circumstances, be free to rejoice.

I am your Savior and provider. I have led you with gentleness and kindness. Now, I will lead you with dancing and rejoicing. I have set a banqueting table before you. Come and rejoice. Take your fill. I will replenish you.

Even now the door has opened. You have asked and I have answered. Ask and it shall be given to you for I am well pleased with you. I love your humble heart.

I asked you to walk my path and it hasn’t always been difficult, but there were times you wanted to stop and deviate. Days when you felt there was no more left in you to continue. But out of sheer obedience you continued. I saw, and I rejoice. My will was more important to you than the desires of your flesh.

Come, come into my presence. Come and abide with me. My rewards are great. Blessed, blessed is what you will be called. For my favor is upon you. Yes, yes and Amen.

Come into my presence with boldness and confidence. You have my ear. Do you not know? You are the apple of my eye. I hold you close; heartbeat to heartbeat. Do not stray for I do not slumber. Do not be dismayed, for I am always at work.

I am working on your behalf. Get ready to move. Set your heart on me and do not grieve what will no longer be. But rejoice at my leading. The night has set and the new day dawns in splendor. Come, let us go.

“I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord!””
Psalm 122:1 ESV

Quenched

In my halls are tables laden with food to satisfy your soul. Do you know that you will only be satisfied in my presence? Indeed!

The world leaves you hungry and thirsty. It robs you of everything. Turn it off. Step away from the things you’ve turn to for satisfaction. They are leaving you bone dry and weary.

Now is not the time for you to be dry and empty. You must be quenched. You must be like a water soaked sponge that drips and drips. Only I can quench you that way. Stay with me. In my presence you will grow in muscle and stature.

You’ll be like a tree planted by a river that never goes dry. Can you picture it? Being constantly watered and nurtured by me. You will be a shelter for many, a refuge for the weary. Through you, I myself will provide for many. But you must stay wholly dependent on me. I, and I alone will do it.

For too long, you’ve depended on your own strength. Stop! It is not enough, no, not nearly enough. Do you want the very best? Better than you could ever imagine? Then step aside and let me do it. I will amaze you!

Only go where I tell you to go. Only do what I tell you to do. Put aside your ideas and let me inspire you. But to hear me, you must abide in my presence.

Listen, listen to my voice. I am not in the loud thunder, but in the still and gentle breeze. You must sit and be still. Slow down and be still. There’s joy in patience. There’s untold fruit and abundance in patience. Wait on me. Be still and listen. I tell you, truly, you will hear me.

“He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers.”
Psalm 1:3 ESV

Be Ready to Go

A thousand sheep on a hill and every time you look, the number of sheep has been multiplied. So is My provision for you.

Do not fear, do not fear. My provision for you is sure.

Do not look to the world or others. Do not store up for yourself treasures that rot and decay. But live in freedom and confidence for I provide for you.

If I say go, do not question. I will provide all you need for the journey. Just get up and go. Live with a childlike heart that trusts in your father. For I am your father who loves you and protects you. I will never let you down or disappoint you. Take heart for I have overcome the world.

Do not look to others or what is happening in their lives. I have set you apart for My purposes. You are the apple of My eye. The way I move and do for you is unique to you. Keep your eyes on Me and your mouth full of praise. Stop yourself when you are tempted to desire what others have. Praise Me for what I have done for you.

Be ready and be alert. I have worked out the details. Like a trusting child, grab My hand and let Me lead you. Oh there is such joy in a joyful and obedient heart. Come and enjoy the journey.

This is what I have for you. Come near and take a look. In My presence, I will reveal to you awesome wonders. This season of your life is over. I have new things for you, but it will only be with your full dependence on Me. Draw near to Me and stay.

“Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice! Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually!” I Chronicles 16:10-11 ESV

Hear Me

Hear me.
Things are not as they seem.
But I am roaming the earth.
My face is all around.
But many will not see me.
They are so bloodthirsty for evil.

You keep your eyes on me and your ears to the ground that you may hear me. I am speaking. Keep your ears open for my directions.

My sheep know my name. I am the good shepherd. Do not fear for I am a strong tower for the righteous and no evil will befall you. I am divinely protecting you.

In these times my favor is upon you. You will prosper even to the awe of others. Financial hardship is predicted, but my favored one will have increase over and abundant. I own the wealth of the land and it is mine to distribute at will.  

Keep your heart pure of selfish ambition. I may bless you now but be mindful to store your treasure in heaven. What I give you will not rot or burn. It is everlasting.

I love you my child and I will never leave you. Behold I am with you now and even to the end of the age.

“Behold, the Lord God comes with might, and his arm rules for him; behold, his reward is with him, and his recompense before him. He will tend his flock like a shepherd; he will gather the lambs in his arms; he will carry them in his bosom, and gently lead those that are with young.”
Isaiah 40:10-11 ESV

Lord of All

I am the Lord of all.  I am King of Kings.  Kneel and ascribe glory to My Name.  I Am.

How can you hold onto worry and fear when you belong to Me?

You belong to the Alpha and Omega; the One who is and who will always be.  All creation belongs to Me.  That is who your Father is.  

Kneel and worship.  Fill your heart with humility for I have chosen you to be Mine.  You are mine and mine alone.  I will never leave you nor forsake you.

Will you allow me to remove the shackle of fear? It holds you rooted to this space, but I long to enlarge your space. I long to take you to new heights.  

Imagine, can you even imagine living in freedom?  To be able to walk freely with Me, full of joy and adventure.  Living fully in Me is adventurous and requires a free heart.  Do you not know that I created you to be free and to be loved by Me.

Yes, I created every part of who you are;  your very essence.  Do not fear, but trust in who I created you to be.  Take joy. For I rejoice in My creation.  I have no regret.

The enemy has sought to rob you of this confidence.  But put on My full armor and resist his flaming arrows.  I give you strength and I am your tower of protection.  Live within my presence for I am your tower of safety.

Come into the Holy of Holies.  Come into my presence.  This is where I want you to abide. Here I will feed and nourish you. I will transform you.  Yea, it will be a glorious transformation.  

Set all other things aside.  These things are mere distractions.  Will you stand aside and let me do it?  Don’t you think its time to let me work instead of trying to do it on your own strength?  Sit and rest for you are weary. Watch me work it out.  You will be glad.

Now ascribe the glory that is due My Name.  I am the Lord, your God.

“And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.”  John 14:3

Open the Door and Walk Through

Let your desire be Me. All day-day and night. Set your gaze on Me. Hunger and thirst for My voice. I will lead you through the path I have set for you.

Don’t look back or crave the things that have been. You can’t always see or understand how I am working things out, but trust and know that I am working for your good.

Purify your heart for I am in your midst. My people will be a people pure in heart and speech.

Stand upright in righteousness and watch my favor pour out over you.  
My ways are not your ways. Cling to Me and walk at My side.

Look, a little ways ahead. There is a door. When you get to it, open it and walk through it.

On the other side of the door is a new season I will have you walk. A new season where you will see me work double no triple paced. The call and desire I put in your heart will come to pass.  

You’ve been in a waiting season, but when you walk through that door, the waiting will be over.  

Put on your shoes and your coat and be ready for when I tell you to move. Do not delay, but obey.

There is tremendous joy and blessing in obedience. Know my Word and obey it.
I tell you, you will be great among men because I have chosen it. I see your heart and I am glad. It is for my pleasure that I set you apart.

Now cross the bridge and hike the slope; the door is there. Just a little ways away.
Do not fear or hesitate when you approach the door. But walk through it with rejoicing and gladness.

I am with you always.

“The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.”
Zephaniah 3:17 ESV

Come and Feast

The world may be crumbling around you, but stand. You stand tall and proclaim that My banner over you is love.

I prepare a feast for you in the presence of your enemies. Drink, eat and be merry for I am your portion.

I am your protection and I’ve provided a place of refuge. Rest for I will fill your sleep with peace. Your dreams will tell of my favor and faithfulness.

Do not be deceived or swayed by the chaos for I neither slumber nor sleep.

Revel in My splendor. There is power and authority in the praises of my people.
Keep your mind set on Me and seek Me with all your heart. Then I will raise you above the noise and you will hear my voice with clarity.

Do not let your heart grow weary. I will strengthen you with my love. Come. Come and feast. Be filled and ready for the journey ahead.

I am fortifying you and awaking the calling I placed over you. Search your heart for the longing inside is from Me. I will provide all you need. Step out in faith and the rest will fall into line. Be ready for my miraculous and divine provision.  

Oh dance and shout in joy. For I am good and delight in bringing you joy.
Every morning, awake with joyful expectation. Look to the horizon. I will come in glory.

“On this mountain the Lord of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food, a feast of well-aged wine, of rich food full of marrow, of aged wine well refined. And he will swallow up on this mountain the covering that is cast over all peoples, the veil that is spread over all nations. He will swallow up death forever; and the Lord God will wipe away tears from all faces, and the reproach of his people he will take away from all the earth, for the Lord has spoken.”
Isaiah 25:6-8 ESV

My Gleaming Bride

Indeed, I am not done with you yet. I take a shovel and I dig deep. Deep and deeper into the recesses of your very being. I am after sin and everything inside of you that exalts itself against Me.  

I will not abide darkness in my children. You must be pure and white as snow. Do not fret and do not hide from Me.  

I must make you into my gleaming bride. I am not after your outward beauty, but a total transformation of your innermost being.  

Look in the mirror. Do you see what I see? I see My bride. You are cleansed and holy in my sight. I died on that cross and defeated death so you could reign with Me forever.
Do not run away from and do not fear my refining fire. It does not hurt nor will it burn you. You will be strong and pure.

Your soul is full of angst. Pour it out at my feet. Lay at my feet and let Me remove from you what is not of Me.

For too long, you allowed it to fester inside of you. But do you not know that I have come to set the captives free? Free to live in peace and in fellowship with Me. I am Jehova Rapha, the God that heals.  

Will you let Me transform you? Say the word and instantaneously you will be mine forevermore. Truly, I will never leave you.

Here, take my right hand. In it, you will find peace. Here, take my left hand. There you will find contentment.  

Walk the path I have laid out for you. One step and then another as you shed your old self.

Take the worries of the world and cast them aside. STOP! Don’t pick them up. Leave it on the side of the road and walk on. Do you see what lies ahead? Me. Here I am standing in front of you. I am waiting for you. I will never stop pursuing you.

“A bruised reed He will not break, And smoking flax He will not quench, Till He sends forth justice to victory;”
Matthew 12:20 NKJV

Hide With Me

Beloved Daughter, I will wake you in the midnight hour to come and spend time with Me. My mercies are new every morning.  

I may call you away to hide with me for a season to nurture and grow you. I will prepare you for a new season that I’m about to bring into fruition for you.  

You’ll experience greater joy and favor. Look, I’m am pouring favor over you; it’s as thick and sticky and sweet as honey. See, you are drenched in it. As it pours over you, my favor will bless all those around you. I give to so it’s poured out to others.

Do not fret as I hide you away with me. Do not despair that you are alone for a moment. Your strength comes from me and not from others. I need you to look solely to me for your sustenance.  

Your foundation is firm but somewhat lacking. I will fill in all the remaining holes and you will be firmly rooted in me.  Then you will say to this mountain, move! And it will be moved. You will heal the sick, free the slaves in my name and for my glory.  
“Truly I tell you, whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven.” Matthew 18:18

But you must come away with me. Give me your time and your priorities and watch me move in incredible ways that will set you free.  

Do you want more of me? Truly? Then come away with me. You may perceive loss, but I tell you, I will add that plus multiplied sevenfold. There is no loss in me. Come, come away with me.

“He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.””
Psalm 91:1-2 ESV