Lamentations 3, Proverbs 12:13-28, Ephesians 2

What God said to me – “But God” – these are two of the most hopeful words anyone can ever hear.  They mean that “I AM” at work and that I can change things even when you can’t see a way.  When you can’t see a way and feel like there is no hope for whatever or whoever you are praying about, stop and remember that “but”.  You were dead in your sins and walking in total disobedience in the flesh, “but” I was rich in mercy – “but” I loved you with a great love – “but” I saved you by grace and raised you and seated you with Me in heavenly places.  So, when you begin to lose hope, don’t give up “but” cry out to Me to extend the same mercy and grace you have experienced and trust that those who are far off can also be brought near by My blood.

Lamentations 1-2, Proverbs 12:1-15, Ephesians 1

What God said to me – The people in the world you live in have become masters at changing the narrative in order to pursue their sin without a guilty conscience.  Lifestyles are no longer sinful – they are alternate.  Truth is no longer truth – it is my truth and your truth and whatever you do is acceptable as long as you are living your “truth”.  You grieve as you see your loved ones falling for the lies and into the enemy’s trap.  There comes a point when there is nothing you can do but cling to Me and the promise that “I AM” at work in the lives of those who are Mine to bring them to repentance and total trust in Me.  Praying and waiting sound so simple and I know how difficult it can be when you see no sign of remorse or repentance.  Just as with Israel so I will do what I have purposed for all of My children, and I will accomplish My word and carry out My plan for your good and My glory.

Jeremiah 52, Proverbs 11:16-31, Ephesians 1

What God said to me – In a world that promotes self-esteem as all important you must realize that it’s My esteem that makes a difference in a person’s life and is what is important.  You as My child are highly favored.  You are deeply loved.  I chose you to be My child before the foundation of the world – let that sink in when you begin to question your worth.  I didn’t just choose you to know Me – I chose you to adopt as My child and with all the benefits that entails.  I redeemed you and forgave you in the process and have given you an inheritance that is beyond anything you can think or imagine.  I have sealed you with My Spirit so nothing can take you out of My hand.  As you walk with Me, I will give you a spirit of wisdom and of revelation in the knowledge of Me so that you will know and understand the hope of your calling and the riches of the glory of your inheritance.