Ezekiel 29-30, Hebrews 11:32-12:13, Psalms 112:1-10, Proverbs 27:17

What God said to me – I know you think of judgment as punishment and devastation, but it is much more.  It is when I manifest My holiness in the midst of it all.  Judgment is not just because of disobedience and rebellion – it is also because My holiness cannot abide sin.  In order for My children to spend eternity with Me, judgment must come so that all sin and rebelliousness and ungodliness are dealt with because My holiness requires they be removed.  I have been patient for a very long time in order to give time for repentance and restoration, but My patience is coming to an end.  My plans have a set time and when the time comes, I will accomplish them.  You must be ready.  You must be alert.  Don’t let down your guard because you think there is plenty of time.  Behold I stand at the door.

Ezekiel 27-28, Hebrews 11:17-31, Psalms 111:1-10, Proverbs 27:15-16

What God said to me – By faith Abraham – By faith Isaac – By faith Jacob – By faith Joseph – By faith Moses – By faith Rahab – Notice it was all by faith. It was not by ability. It was not by riches. It was not by talent. It was not by intelligence. It was by faith! So, stop making excuses for why you can’t do whatever it is. It is not about you and what you can or cannot do. Look at Abraham’s response to his test in offering Isaac – he considered that I was able. I call My children to do ordinary things and extraordinary things in their service. No matter what you are facing – no matter what I have asked you to do, you can be assured that if I have called you to do it, I will provide all you need to fulfill your calling. If I have placed you in a situation in your life, no matter how difficult, I will provide all you need to sustain you. I have given you all you need for life and godliness, so by faith, look to Me, the author and the finisher of your faith.

Ezekiel 24-26, Hebrews 11:1-16, Psalms 110:1-7, Proverbs 27:14

What God said to me – There are certain sporting events or concerts that are “hot” tickets.  You may really want to go and hope to get in, but the only way you can be assured you are going to get in is by having a ticket or a confirmation.  No matter how much you want it, if you are not willing to buy a ticket, you won’t be able to get in unless someone was to purchase a ticket and give it to you.  Even then, unless you accepted the ticket and went to the venue, you wouldn’t get in.  The same is true of heaven – everyone wants to go, but there is a price to get in – a very high price that no one can realistically pay.  However, by My grace, I paid the price on your behalf.  My Son, Jesus, died to pay the price for you.  When you accept that by faith and believe, I put My Spirit within you as confirmation.  By grace you are saved through faith.  Men have always gained My approval by faith – Abraham believed Me and it was counted to him as righteousness.  Without faith, it is impossible to please Me – you must believe who “I AM” and that “I AM” a rewarder of those who seek Me.  So, walk by faith, seeking Me moment by moment, and you will be rewarded as I say, “well done, My good and faithful servant.”