1 Chronicles 7, Proverbs 16:18-33, Ephesians 6

What God said to me – I have told you that these days are evil, and time is running out so you must be strong in order to stand against the schemes of the devil.  So, how do you do that?  Apart from Me you can’t!  Your own strength and willpower and ability is not sufficient and if you rely on them, you will fall.  You must be strong in Me and in the strength of My might.  I have given you everything you need for life and godliness and you must be diligent to use it all.  It is in this time that you learn how and in your daily walk that you practice it and live it out.  When a soldier is in the middle of a war, he doesn’t suit up with his armor and weapons when he feels like it – he does it every day and when the battle is particularly hot, he never takes them off.  So, every day you too must put on the full armor that I have provided you.  Make this a habit of your time with Me – go over each piece of your armor and weaponry and put them on with all prayer and petition so that you will be able to stand firm and resist the enemy.

1 Chronicles 6, Proverbs 16:1-17, Ephesians 5

What God said to me – You’ve heard the old saying “getting the most bang for your buck.”  So how are you as children of Light to “get the most bang for your buck” spiritually?  How are you to invest your time in order to walk in a manner worthy of your calling?  You must be wise and learn to make the most of your time because these days are evil and judgment is coming.  You must start by trying to learn what is pleasing to Me, by studying My word and praying constantly about everything.  You must not participate in the ungodly things of the world and guard your heart and mind from exposure to them by taking care with what you watch and read and think about.  Let your focus be on good and uplifting things and be known as a person who expresses gratitude both to Me and to others.  Walk as children of Light.

1 Chronicles 5, Proverbs 15:16-33, Ephesians 5

What God said to me – It has been said that time is the most precious commodity you have – so why is that?  Time is limited – you only have so much of it, and you can’t get more or make more and as far as the world is concerned, it is literally running out.  The time for repentance is coming to an end and the time for judgment is approaching.  So, what does this mean for you, My child?  How are you to live as the clock ticks down?  You must be careful how you walk and you must make the most of your time for the days are evil.  Never forget that the time you have to make an impact in the lives of others is also drawing to a close.  You must thoughtfully and intentionally walk in a manner that glorifies Me in your actions and in your speech.  Look for opportunities to be encouraging and uplifting in your encounters with others.  Talk about the blessing of your walk with Me and how “I AM” at work in your life and in the world.  Talk about the hope that you have in the midst of the darkness enveloping the world.  Be imitators of Me and sharers of My love.