2 Kings 5-6, Psalms 125, John 11:21-57

What God said to me – My plan when I chose Israel was for them to be a light for the world to lead them to Me.  They were a tiny, insignificant nation and yet I wanted to use them.  I used an insignificant little Israeli girl who by her faithfulness changed the life of a mighty warrior from Aram, Naaman the leper, and he came to know that “I AM” God alone even in the midst of the idolatrous society he came from.  In the same way I want to use you to reach those around you – those you come in contact with.  Be vocal like the little Israeli girl to speak up and tell what I have done in your life and how I have met your needs.  Look at Jesus, My Son’s example.  When he prayed outside Lazarus’ tomb, He prayed out loud – He knew I always heard His prayers but He prayed out loud for the benefit of those who were there so they would know of His faith and trust in Me.  So when you pray for others don’t always pray in private but sometimes pray aloud – let them hear your heart and requests so that they can know you are Mine and know that you care for them.

2 Kings 3-4, Psalms 124, John 11:11-26

What God said to me – When Lazarus was sick his sisters sent for My Son, Jesus, to come and heal him, but He didn’t respond in the time and way that they wanted Him to do. Even though Lazarus died, the perfect timing of Jesus’ response brought glory to Me that I would not have received had He gone immediately and healed Lazarus. Remember this when you pray or have prayed for a long time and have not seen an answer. It’s easy to get bitter or discouraged and quit praying when I don’t respond when and in the way that you think I should. “I AM” sovereign, not just in the world, but in your life and My plan and My timing are always perfect and are for your good and My glory. Trust that the answer to your prayer is not delayed, but its timing is perfect.

2 Kings 1-2, Psalms 123, John 10:11-42

What God said to me – There is no doubt that you are living in the last days.  Just look around you – Israel has returned to its land – there are wars and rumors of wars – there are natural disasters all around – people are turning away from Me in masses and embracing sin and ungodly lifestyles.  Don’t let the sadness and the worry of it consume you – lift up your eyes to Me.  “I AM” enthroned in heaven and “I AM” in control.  “I AM” orchestrating it all so that in the end My will, will be done on earth as it is in heaven.  I will be gracious to all those who are Mine so look to Me.  Keep your eyes fixed on Me as well as your heart and mind.  Your help and your hope are in Me and I will not disappoint.