Mark 1-3, Psalms 17

What God said to me – “He taught as one who had authority not as the teachers of the law”.  Jesus could speak and teach with authority because He spent so much time with Me.  I taught Him as He took the time to come aside with Me.  That is what it takes – time aside with Me.  The authority comes as you spend time with Me, hearing from Me, and learning My heart.  Only as you know Me intimately can you speak with authority, and you can only know Me intimately as you take the time to come apart with Me.  I know it’s not easy.  There are so many distractions – and not just of bad things – many of them are good.  It takes commitment, devotion, and diligence to come aside and spend time with Me, but this time will transform everything else you do.

Genesis 47-50

What God said to me – The scepter will not depart from Judah – “I AM” King and I will come again to rule the nations.  Don’t worry about all you see going on in America and around the world.  “I AM” always in control – ever orchestrating events to accomplish My purpose.  Sit back and watch as you would watch a play – see Me accomplish My plan.  In this play you are not just the audience – you are also a participant – when you see Me at work, join in and be a part of My great accomplishment.

Genesis 43-46, Psalms 16

What God said to me – Look upon My face for “I AM” here always looking at you.  Don’t keep on looking down, always seeing the circumstances you are in – look up!  Look to Me, knowing that “I AM” in control.  I have assigned you your circumstances . . . your lot in life.  It is part of My plan for you.  Don’t bemoan where you are.  Rejoice in My plan for you.  Focus on Me.  Set your mind on Me.  Let every step begin with the thought “Where now Lord?”  I will guide you.  Even through the mundane routines and chores of your life, seek Me.  You will find joy in the ordinary as you do things with Me as your focus.