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What Does Civil War Look Like?

Kathy—Some people fear that civil war might come to our nation again but civil war is not coming, it’s already here.  It just doesn’t look like the Civil War we had in 1861.  Civil war is defined as “ordinary citizens or ordinary communities opposing and fighting one another”, and so goes the daily news.  It is not a matter of the North against the South or blue against gray this time.  Hired KG_Looking upbullies have been sent into ordinary communities to start wars.  Pockets of ordinary citizens throughout the nation are caught up in multiple, noble sounding conflicts over rights or race or gender or politics or philosophies or law and order.  However, no matter how varied the issues, the intent of warmongering remains simply to divide in order to conquer.  That battle principle is in Mark 3:24-25  “And if a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand. And if a house is divided against itself, that house is not able to stand.” (LITV)  v.24-25, CEV “A nation whose people fight each other won’t last very long.  And a family that fights won’t last long either.” Therefore, we must be discerning and stay aware that there is more to civil war than the chaos and violence and injustice and stupidity that are all too obvious.  The civil war we are in is first and foremost a spiritual war.  If we look below the surface commotion, we will find a spirit of division actively instigating and fueling each battle.  

The Strength of Our Life

As the people of God assemble today may they find the Lord of Life to be their strength, their guide and their firm foundation and shun all fears and anxieties. May they know Him in the intimacy of worship and high praise and soar far above all that threatens and concerns them. Ps.118:14,Amp—“The Lord is my Strength and Song; and He has become my Salvation.”

On Eagle’s Wings

May the Lord cause you to rise above every obstacle on eagle’s wings as you soar to new heights for His glory. Isa.40:31,Amp—“But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] shall change and renew their strength and power; they shall lift their wings and mount up [close to God] as eagles [mount up to the sun]; they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint or become tired.”

Interesting, Mysterious, Exciting

Melissa—I have to say, I have been hearing about awakening coming for a while now but had no idea it was going to look like this.  This is… well, it’s an interesting, mysterious, exciting and epic time to be alive.  How should I describe it? It’s like being in one of those super deep naps where dreams MG MSG KCPromo 3-4-19seem like reality, and when the alarm goes off it’s almost painful and confusing.  It’s that kind of nap where it takes a minute to not only regain consciousness, but you have to decipher what was the dream and what is real.  This is the best way I know how to describe this awakening.  I think I thought it was mainly going to be people waking up to God and looking for Him, and we would all be ready to introduce them.  Well, I was a tad off.  This thing is definitely beyond my logic and realm of standard operation.  I hope you can come with me over the next few posts as I ask the question, “What are we awakening to?”

God’s Words Shall Keep You

May the words of Yahweh be alive in you all this week. May they resonate in your thoughts so that they counsel you, invigorate you, guide you and fill you with hope.  “When you go, they [the words of your parents’ God] shall lead you; when you sleep, they shall keep you; and when you waken, they shall talk with you.” (Prov.6:22, Amp)

Standing or Moving Forward

Melissa—The more we wake up the more we live as a son.  I had a recent revelation about prayer.  You know how sometimes you pray and pray and pray for something to change or manifest in your life and it seems like the prayer falls on deaf ears? The Lord showed me a picture of me just standing in one spot praying my repetitive prayer and nothing happening. Then He showed me a picture of me doing the same thing but instead of standing still I was moving forward, putting one foot in front of the other, continually moving ahead and reaching the answer.  Then He broke it down for me. The first picture of standing still was a victim posture, staying in the same posture, waiting on a “magical moment” to change my circumstances.  The second picture of moving forward was the posture of a son walking onward knowing there is good in God’s intention for my life which is ahead of me.  So, let me say it this way, a victim waits for magic but a son walks in inheritance.  I am waking up.  Thank God.  Awakening is upon us. Get ready.  Being awake is a whole new state of existence.  “For this reason He says, ‘Awake, sleeper, And arise from the dead, And Christ will shine [as dawn] upon you and give you light’.” (Ephesians 5:14 AMP) [Final segment of “Waking Up”]

Variables and the Storm

Kathy—There are variables in the hearts of everyone concerned.   There are influences in the lives of everyone involved that interfere with embracing the will of God, but God is faithfully working all things toward His good plans and original intent for your family. You can rest in that and trust Him even in this terrible storm.

Redemptive Intervention in Days to Come

As the people of God assemble today may they know and speak of and sing of the nearness and preparedness of Almighty God for their tomorrows. May they rest assured of His presence and redemptive intervention in their days to come. Deut.31:6 “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Just Weights for You

May you receive refunds and replacements where needed and may people and companies admit overcharges and correct and give proper credit on your accounts.  ”A false balance and unrighteous dealings are extremely offensive and shamefully sinful to the Lord, but a just weight is His delight.” (Prov.11:1, Amp)