Isaiah 22-24, Galatians 2:17-3:9, Psalms 60:1-12, Proverbs 23:15-16

What God said to me – Have you ever walked into the back door of a house and seen a row of pegs on the wall holding coats and hats and keys?  If the pegs are not securely anchored with something strong like a toggle bolt, the peg will eventually give way, and all the stuff will fall to the ground.  Two pegs may look equally secure, but it is how they are bolted and what they are bolted into that makes them secure.  Isaiah prophesied about two servants of Hezekiah – Shebna and Eliakim who he referred to as “pegs”.  Shebna, while appearing to serve his king actually served himself – he built up his wealth and possessions – he served for what he could get out of it, so he lost his position and was pulled down from his station when I judged him – his ‘peg” pulled out of the wall.  Eliakim, on the other hand, faithfully served his king so he was raised up to replace Shebna and was rewarded with power and blessing for his faithfulness.  His “peg” was driven firmly in place.  So, what about you – is you “peg” anchored in serving yourself and working to bring glory to yourself or is it anchored in Me.  So many people do only what makes them happy or successful or prosperous or brings them glory – the problem is that those things are all temporal and in the end the peg will pull loose and everything will collapse.  Make sure the things you hope for and do and pursue are anchored in Me so they are eternal and will hold fast and you will be like a peg in a firm place, anchored in My house – anchored in Me.

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.