Category: prophecy

Where We Are Now?

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Isaiah 43:19 Behold, I will do a new thing,
Now it shall spring forth; shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.

Do you see it? God is not working to bring us back to “Normal.” He is clearly doing something new! I caution you, as well as myself. Do not rejoice that justice has appeared, as Jesus said in Luke 10: 20, “… but rather rejoice because your names are written in heaven.” Pray for those who have found disillusionment. Reconcile with those who have been against you. Forgive others so God can forgive you.

A new thing? I’m not sure I’ve ever seen clouds like this before!

When Pastor Cheryl Gmitter spoke at LiveMore women’s ministry’s fall meeting, she sent us home with the following passage from Romans 12. Let’s see what this section of Scripture will teach us today, on this side of the heated election season. How do we walk in love and…

Behave Like a Christian

Romans 12:9 Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good.

For the past few mornings, I have heard, “Let love be without hypocrisy.” And could not think what came next. I’ve been listening to Kevin Zadai’s videos while I trim venison for my son. Kevin repeatedly emphasizes that we need to become secure in the Father’s love so that nothing can shake us. Have you turned off the news yet?

10 Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; 11 not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord;

Humanly, it is difficult to give preference to others and continue in diligence and fervency. In the Spirit, as we faithfully serve the Lord, we become fervent and diligent.  We must choose to be kind and affectionate, walking in brotherly love.

12 rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer;

Are you able to rejoice in these days? Do you hope in God, have patience in the hard days?  It all comes from faithful times of prayer. [of course, time in the Word goes hand in hand with prayer]

13 distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality.

This is a time to show our love for others by sharing what we have and spending time together, rejoicing and encouraging each other.

14 Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse.

I hit a nerve with a Christian friend on Facebook as the election rhetoric heated up. I’ve rarely had anyone take offense at something I post, so her relentless back and forth caused me to dig in and practice this verse. It was several days before we agreed to disagree. I told her that no matter what happened with elections, I still love her as a child of God.

15. Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep.

This verse is a difficult point, but it’s a good thing to walk out over this time of upset and division.

16. Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion.

Oh, the glory and joy that come when we heed this verse! When Jesus commanded us to love each other so our joy may be full, He meant it. What joy fills me when I’m communing with others who are full of the Spirit!

17 Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. 18 If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men.

This is a stern warning! The devil and his demons like it when we repay evil for evil; it puts them in a tizzy when we keep good things high in our beings. It’s a creative choice when we choose to truly live peaceably with others.

19 Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord.

It’s a release from a heavy weight when we drop the weapon. Our Lord knows how to rightly deal with the offenders.

20 Therefore

“If your enemy is hungry, feed him;
If he is thirsty, give him a drink;
For in so doing, you will heap coals of fire on his head.”

In other words, many persecuted Christians have led those who persecute them to Christ! I leave you with this final directive:

21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.

I bless you to live in Shalom and to find the open portals that bring heaven and earth together!

Are You Ready?

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This time we’re in isn’t what we think. Listening to Donna Rigney, our Father has heard our cries. Yes, we’ve been in the middle of a war since early 2020. He said that war is ending, contrary to what some other prophets are saying. The Lord told Donna that the prayer warriors have awoken. The earlier warnings from the Lord of calamity have been avoided.

Who… Me?

Are we ready? According to what Randy Kay heard from God, this election will come down to Christians standing up and backing God, not just a candidate. As I’ve been saying,  we need to pray, seek the truth, and get out to vote!

What Father shared with Donna Rigney is that people will come looking for Jesus in droves. Are you ready to be busier than ever, sharing Jesus and making disciples of new believers?

Are you ready to handle the riches that are coming our way? Something like the riches the Israelites got from their Egyptian neighbors on the first Passover? Remember, they used those riches to form a golden calf to worship before they brought more of the riches forth to build and equip the tabernacle.

We must stay in faith. Don’t let fear come into your realm of life. If you watch the news, pray through the whole time. Our enemy is working overtime because he knows the importance of this time in God’s plans. This is a good time to practice these Scriptures:

1 Corinthians 10: 4 For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, 5 casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, 6 and being ready to punish all disobedience when your obedience is fulfilled.

I am already hearing people being found out, their sin and duplicity being exposed. Evil can run,  but it can’t hide from the light of Christ. He does not condemn, but the unrepentant are already condemned as Jesus said in John.

John 3;17 For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved.

18 “He who believes in Him is not condemned; but he who does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. 19 And this is the condemnation, that the light has come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil.

Yes, pray for their souls, but do not rejoice when they fall. Some will even lose their lives. Instead, rejoice that God is good and is saving this nation and bringing the kingdom age, which will redeem the things that evil has stolen from our people.

Here is Donna Rigney’s video with the full set of prophecies she shared titled:                       Days Of Thunder And Glory Are Coming Soon! The Son Will Shine!

https://youtu.be/p4QvYmIlHPo?si=pKyH3R3jyKlKtZm9

Here is the video link for Randy Kay’s full visions from the Lord titled:

America’s SHOCKING Top Job Choice Revealed! It’s not what you think!

https://youtu.be/1nvqlK_dJCc?si=RgDYRkxx1gxYbLYp

I’m excited to see how God parts our “Red Sea” and leads us into our promised land. Be constant in prayer and digging into the Scriptures so we won’t be excluded from the glory ahead

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And again, I say make sure you’re registered and exercise your right to vote! Get educated, and stay connected to the Lord. Pray in the Spirit and with understanding… get ready to dance in the streets as Miriam did after the original Red Sea crossing… when the glory is revealed!

So Much Hapening!

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On the road again, on Father God’s path!

Sorry to take so long getting back to this post, but it’s the”lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer,” as that old song by Nat King Cole goes. Well, maybe not so lazy for us here! I’ll explain why.

ACTIVE LIFE, OR BUSY LIFE?

Planning for my brother Karl’s memorial service at the Presbyterian church in Lowville at the same time as a double graduation party at our house and lots of visiting family to coordinate, on top of my weekly cleaning job, our traveling job, and work cleaning at the motel. On top of tending the garden, replacing our septic tank, helping at the historical society, and so much more daily stuff.

Flowers for Karl and the church women feeding & serving us well after his memorial service and burial.

I am learning [slowly] to say, “I’m active,” instead of “I’m busy!” It’s a blessing and a privilege to have all these opportunities from the Lord to minister to others. Even though it can get tiring, I thank Him for the strength for each task He puts before me.

This is a great message from Facebook!

BOOK REVIEW

If you are connected with me on Goodreads, you’ll notice that I’m on a reading streak in the midst of all this life going on! One of the books I read is Valery Comer’s new book, A Sunny Sweetheart For A Cowboy. I enjoyed getting back to the Sweet River Ranch with the Sullivan crew to see a  prickly cowboy softened by a  sunny cowgirl. She’s got ADHD that she’s covering with a positive attitude, trying to crack this tough nut of a cowboy. She’s broken when a call from her sister flings her back into her troubled family. Will she and the surly cowboy overcome the past and trust that God truly is good?

Check it out at: https://valeriecomer.com/books/a-sunny-sweetheart-for-the-cowboy/

Valerie has a gift for creating characters that hit home. If you’re willing, her books give excellent relationship tools for your own life. I’m glad the quality of Christian fiction has improved these days, and Valerie Comer is one of the best series I’ve read!

GRADUATION

Faith’s graduation cap

So, last Saturday was an excellent day with family, friends, and an abundance of good food  for the graduation party. (Two grandsons spent the rest of the week with us, helping eat leftovers). We had rain most of the day, but a good time between our garage and house. We celebrated our granddaughter Faith and nephew Ethan’s accomplishments well. Thanks to all who were able to come.

Faith showed me her award/achievement cords and sashes, accompanied by brother Caleb & furry friend

MEMORIAL SERVICE

Monday, July 1st, was the memorial service for my brother Karl. Pastor Greg Jenkins did a good job organizing the service at Lowville Presbyterian church, and Iseneker Funeral Home did an excellent job helping plan and execute the day, including the service, transport to the cemetery and back, and an extra container of homemade cookies for us to take home.

The memory book set I chose,
Karl and our Mom’s favorite bird.

It was a blessing to have all three of my sons attend with their families and to have my sisters, Gretchen and Trina, there. With them were Gretchen’s husband Jim and Trina’s son Ethan with his girlfriend Penny. I’m glad our cousin Victor, from Utica, was able to attend also. Small crowd, but I’m glad some of our closest friends were there. Our old friend, Scout Master Scott Gray, honored Karl’s achievement of attaining Eagle Scout, and our friend Jim Deavers shared the amazing dedication and time Karl contributed to Lewis County Search and Rescue [LCSR].

It was a beautiful day to pause and celebrate a life well-lived and the hope and assurance of heaven. Trina and I sang Morning Has Broken together, a tribute to Karl’s love of nature. We all sang Holy, Holy, Holy , Great Is Thy Faithfulness, and Precious Lord, Take My Hand to continue to thank God for the morning and His faithfulness. We concluded with Amazing Grace, since it was one of the last hymns Karl sang, late in his nursing home stay.

This photo includes Jim, myself, Trina, and Gretchen. We are presenting Jim, representing LCSR, a memorial thanks with a hand-made glass cross Trina’s friend made in honor of Karl’s life and his service to the ambulance. You may make memorial donations in Karl’s name to Lewis County Search & Rescue, Lowville Free Library, or the American Heart Association.

Here is a link to his obituary.

https://www.isenekerfuneralhome.com/obituary/Karl-StahlFuneralService

WHAT ELSE?

Exodus 31:12 Then the Lord said to Moses, 13 “Say to the Israelites, ‘You must observe my Sabbaths. This will be a sign between me and you for the generations to come, so you may know that I am the Lord, who makes you holy.

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Within less than a month, both Pastor Jenkins and Pastor Josh Gmitter spoke about taking a sabbath each week. It’s not just Old Testament Law, but a blessing from Father God. Turns out, taking 1 day out of 7 to rest, not doing your usual work, and honoring God can extend your life… and more! Pastor Gmitter calls it “corrective rest”.

You can find Pastor Greg Jenkin’s book on Amazon: Get Their Recipe Now: Discover the Legacy of Your Loved Ones [Paperback – November 10, 2018] it’s a unique book to start conversations to get family history down before it’s too late! (He and I swapped books; mine for his)

You can hear Pastor Josh’s sermon here: https://www.airportchristianfellowship.org/sermons/sunday-july-7-2024-corrective-rest/

AND how about that Biblical-magnitude torrential rain that’s shut things down in Lewis County, NY as I write? Here’s a link to a news story that tells more.

http://www.syracuse.com/news/2024/07/lewis-county-gets-more-rain-than-anywhere-in-ny-roads-and-homes-flooded-cars-submerged.html

The prophets have been warning that God is shaking everything that can be shaken. It’s a time to get closer in your walk with Jesus and trust that the Father truly is faithful to His people. I refer you to my previous post: “Trials Shall Come…” It is a great time to record and share testimonies of His goodness that will encourage others and lead sinners to Jesus. Don’t waste a single day that He gives you, but use your time to bless others as you have been blessed, or as you would want others to bless you!

I leave you with one more set of photos. That’s Grandpa with Owen & Logan on their successful fishing charter, the second bouquet of flowers for Karl [I told Jennifer Isenecker lots of colors for the flowers], Faith receiving her diploma, a good portion of our crew on the playground as part of our evening walk in the park, and Faith’s brothers Caleb & Steven at her graduation.

Joy and JOY?

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I just watched the Elijah Clips episode of Amanda Grace that I posted below. On January 2nd, she said joy will be poured out on several places. She also said the Lord distinguished Joy from JOY! JOY stands for Justice Of Yahweh. God will be glorified, and his people will experience an outpouring of joy when Justice comes, and evil is vanquished. She said January has already been marked by a cat 7 quake in Japan.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZfeexqEHl4

How is the January fasting going? I’m glad you asked! We have at least one night a week set aside for a prayer meeting. Last night, I’m glad Pastor Josh reminded us at the prayer meeting that we may be getting a headache or light-headed the 4th day. I had forgotten and thought I might faint that morning at another meeting. I have decided not to eat dairy, wheat, or sugar. I am having a bowl of rice cereal with a serving of nuts, 1/2 cup of berries, and a cup of almond milk in the mornings so I can take my normal supplements. I do liquids, mostly water, until after 4 p.m. I’m honoring my husband by sharing dinner with him at that time.

In my devotions this week, I read the first chapters of Genesis, Matthew, Ezra, and Acts. This covered the creation of the earth out of a dark void, the genealogy of Jesus & announcement of His birth, a pagan king facilitated the end of 70 year’s captivity in Babylon and rebuilding the temple in Jerusalem. Acts detailed Jesus’s resurrection, 40 days on earth, his rising into the clouds, and the coming of the Holy Spirit.

All four of these beginnings show the faithfulness of God, His grace, and mercy for the creation He made. So many prophecies were fulfilled in each one of these eras. We are in a new Kingdom erea. We must trust that the LORD has our backs, and it’s a time to bring honor and glory to our Lord.

Here’s an excerpt from Rick Renner’s monthly teaching letter. He said this year will be a time of turbulance where everything that can be shaken will be shaken. He sresses that those who are staying in faith will thrive. Rick says:

The Holy Spirit specifically said that those who:
Stay in faith…
Stay in peace…
Stay in love…
Stay in fellowship…
Keep sowing seed for the sake of eternity…
Will experience a supernatural power that will cause them to be:
Unmoved…
Unshaken…
Well provided for…
And they will have a much-needed:
Divine assurance…
Divine peace…
Divine power…
Divine and supernatural victory

I’m reminded that during Covid, I was prospering with extra jobs and finances. I contributed to our church and several other ministries, and our family was well provided for. Our church finances burgeoned, and a lot of ministry happened, despite all the craziness of that time.

Other prophets I have listened to said believers will be kept in a place of safety, as Psalm 91 describes. Don’t forget the Lord’s promises in Psalm 23 as well. Stick with the encouragement from Rick Renner’s prophecy. You can watch Rick teaching on this and also find the full teaching letter at:

Staying in a Place of Faith
Shalom to you all as we walk in faith and victory. May the love of God enfold you and the Spirit reassure you that all is well. Keep walking in step with the Spirit and loving God and those He puts in your life.