Deuteronomy33-34, Psalms 67, Acts 19:1-22

What God said to me – Not everyone who says they are a Christian are Mine.  Many who have grown up in a religious tradition claim to be Mine but in reality they are not.  After hearing My word for so long and not responding in repentance and confession they have been hardened and are disobedient.  Like the nation of Israel they are stubbornly set in their ways, claiming to be religious but living quite differently than My true disciples.  These people drive others from Me rather than leading them to Me.  You need to walk with Me with an open mind and open heart and let Me teach you what it means to be truly Mine.  My followers are kind yet still uncompromising in what is truth.  They are steadfast and faithful not just in their relationship with Me but with others also.  What about you?  This time with Me will help you to be sensitive to others and to minister with love and kindness rather than with legalistic religion.

Deuteronomy 31-32, Psalms 66, Acts 18

What God said to me – “I AM” a Father who loves His children.  Because I love My children, I discipline them for their good.  The thing that usually comes to mind when you hear discipline is punishment but punishment is usually a very small part of discipline.  When you hear discipline – think training.  “I AM” training My children so they are prepared and able to carry out the ministry and plans I have for them.  Like the drill sergeant who makes his soldiers run for miles carrying a heavy pack – he is not punishing them, he is training and conditioning them for what is ahead.  So when I place a burden or trial in your life turn to Me for instruction and training, trusting that “I AM” at work disciplining you for what is to come.  This time with Me is very important for your preparation and training so make it a priority in your daily walk.

Deuteronomy 29-30, Psalms 65, Acts 17

What God said to me – I have made every nation that lives on the face of the earth and have determined their appointed times and boundaries.  I elevate some to positions of power and diminish others.  Don’t be concerned or frightened when you see things change and the chaos surrounding those changes.  You can know for certain that “I AM” behind it all and orchestrating the events to fulfill My plan.  You can see the upheaval in elections and parties and populations but be assured that “I AM” allowing all of it and moving the world to its final conclusion and judgment.  Pray for those I have called to come to Me quickly.  Pray for Israel to repent and turn to Me for their salvation.  Pray for My will to be done on earth as it is in heaven.  Then sit back and watch Me fulfilling My plan trusting that “I AM” truly sovereign.