Isaiah 19-21, Galatians 2:1-16, Psalms 59:1-17, Proverbs 23:13-14

What God said to me – You look at societal and political turmoil in your nation and you grieve.  It is alright to grieve that so many have turned away from Me, but do not be overcome by your grief.  Don’t forget that “I AM” still in control and that I use all things to carry out My plan and accomplish My purpose.  Know that I use even the most ungodly leaders to do this.  When your focus is on Me you can have peace even when there is panic all around – even when the foundations of society are crumbling.  Your responsibility is to be diligent in your walk with Me and not waver.  Stand alert on the watchtower so you can give warning of the impending judgment so those who will heed the warning may be saved.

Isaiah 15-18, Galatians 1, Psalms 58:1-11, Proverbs 23:12

What God said to me – Paul told the Galatians a long time ago that I gave Myself to rescue you from this present evil age.  This is still true today.  As you look around at all the sin and chaos in the world, don’t become anxious.  Remember this promise – “I AM” coming to rescue you.  It is not a pipe dream or a hope when you are afraid of what is happening in the world.  It is truth!  Look forward to that day.  Long for that day.  Pray for that day.  Live for that day.  Knowing that “I AM” coming for you should change the way you live.  This present age is evil and getting more so by the minute.  Pray constantly.  Seek Me continually.  Cling to Me.  Taking a stand is now coming at a price but don’t let that deter you.

Isaiah 12-14, 2 Corinthians 13:1-14, Psalms 57:1-11, Proverbs 23:9-11

What God said to me – Remember when you were in school and had a big test coming – you would study hard because you knew it was an important test – sometimes you used flash cards – sometimes you had a list of questions and you would review them repeatedly – however you studied for it you were constantly examining yourself and testing yourself to make sure you could pass the test.  There is a test coming that all people will face – the ultimate and final test when each one will stand before Me.  It is a pass-fail test based on only one criterion – is My Son, Jesus Christ in you.  Paul urged the Corinthians to test themselves to see if they were truly in the faith – to examine themselves.  So, I ask you the same question Paul asked them, “Do you recognize this about yourself, that Jesus Christ is in you?”  For Him to truly be “in” you, you must have repented of your sin and believed in Him.  If He is truly “in” you, your life will be changed – you are a new creation – you will have a heart that longs to please Me and grieve when you don’t.  Examine yourself – do you pass the test?