Live well...

My prayer:

I am alive because of you. You created me, yes. But you also saved me.

Thank you for my life God. Thank you for giving me life and giving it back to me.

What God Said Tonight:

A life lived well is a life you never lose. A life lived well continues in the minds and hearts of all those who were touched by it. 

I love you and I love your life. 

Live well my daughter.

Change the plan...

My prayer:

Awesome God. You asked me to do one thing today and I only got it partially done. And the really crazy thing is I could have finished, I just forgot until it was too late! I am very sorry. I will try very hard to finish it tomorrow. 

You so seldom ask me to do something specific and this was something that was so easy for me to do, I really am sorry.

What God Said Tonight:

A plan is just that, a plan. If a plan does not work out, you change the plan. 

I love you. 

We will just change the plan. 

Wait on me and I will give you the new plan. 

Set free....

My prayer:

Today was a bit of a revelation. Thank you for your help. Getting back into work was rough but it was pretty wonderful to be welcomed back with such enthusiasm!

I pray that the fresh perspective you gave me in Africa stays with me. It would be so easy to fall back into comfortable patterns but that would be such a waste. 

You are really wonderful God!

What God Said Tonight:

Your perspective, how you experience life, really is within your control. If you don'[t want to stay, leave. If you want more, give more. 

So often people feel trapped by their circumstances but often, their cage is only in their mind. I came to set the captives free and you are all captives of something. 

Rejoice in the freedom that I bring to you. Savor the moment 

Where you go...

My prayer:

It is back to work tomorrow and I will need your help with the transition back. It feels like I have been gone for months, not just weeks. 

Above all, above every request and every need, I pray that your will is done. I pray for your will in every aspect of my life and of this world. Your will is better than anything else. 

Thank you Jesus.

What God Said Tonight:

Where you go, I go. You are my vessel to see this world and I am your guide. 

The long wait...

My prayer:

Thank you for listening to me all day. Now its my turn to listen to you...

What God Said Tonight:

The waiting is different for each person and each situation. 

There is the wait that goes by with no effort. You blink and the waiting is over. That exists but most people don't even notice it. 

The waiting that requires faith is the waiting that goes beyond your ability to understand it. The waiting that goes on so long that you lose the ability to imagine the outcome. That waiting is often the waiting before a big outpouring. The waiting before the miracle. The waiting that makes you want to run.

I know that waiting is difficult. I know that waiting requires more effort than if you tried to do the thing yourself. That waiting is the waiting that requires your complete trust in me. 

Do not cut that waiting short. Do not take over and force the waiting to end. 

There is blessing in the waiting if you look for it. There is purpose in the waiting that can outweigh the result of the waiting. 

When you wait in trust of me, you will find peace and strength in the waiting. It is the time to regroup and prepare for the next stage. 

I am in the waiting with you. You are not just waiting on me, you are waiting with me. I am with you now and forever. Let the waiting be our time to know each other better. 

I love you and I will never have you wait for no reason.

The time for light...

My prayer:

Awesome God. I am sorry the jet lag got to me last night and we did not get our time together but thank you for hearing my prayers this morning. What I am asking is bigger than anyone can do which is why I knew I had to bring it to you. 

You are the healing God and you can heal a continent. I met such amazing people in Africa and they are facing such insurmountable odds. Only you can really help and give them the lives that they deserve as your children.

Amazing Father, I leave them in your hands with all of my love.

What God Said Tonight:

Darkness will not last on this world for very much longer. The reign of darkness is nearly over. It has to run its course but now is the time for light. 

Now is the time for my Son and my sons and daughters to shine with the love I have placed in you. 

That love will light the world. That love will light the universe. That love will abolish the darkness. 

I love you sweet daughter. The time is come.

Impact multiplied...

My prayer:

What an amazing two weeks God! I truly do not have words to describe it or words to thank you for it. The people, the places, the animals, the adventures...all of it was beyond description. That you would bless me with something so incredible, it does not surprise me because you are the God who blesses me. You have promised to open the windows of heaven on my life and to do more than I could hope or even think of. You fulfilled those promises in spades! Thank you Jesus, I cannot wait to see what comes next.

What God Said Tonight:

I have nourished you and I have challenged you. I have prepared you and I have fulfilled you. The next step, the next layer takes all that I have done in your life and use it for an even greater purpose. 

Your impact is about to be multiplied. 

You will not have to promote yourself, I will promote you. You will not have to strive for success, I will make you succeed. You will not have to worry over the details, I will take care of them. 

Stay in peace, knowing that I have it all under control and you are on your divine path of purpose.

On adventure...

Hi faithful followers of What God Said Tonight! As promised, God is taking me on a great adventure. It means I likely won't be able to post for a couple of weeks but when I get back...I think I will have amazing stories to share!

In the meantime, be sure to use the search function on the blog. Type in just about anything you want to and see what God had to say about it over the last 8 years! Don't forget to talk to and listen to God yourself. It is amazing what He has to say when we take the time to really listen.

See you soon and I pray God's love and blessings rain down on you!

The road taken...

My prayer:

Awesome God. Thank you again for this amazing opportunity. We leave tomorrow. I pray your will be done in each and every moment. This trip is all yours. THANK YOU!

What God Said Tonight:

Tonight is a beginning. The path you walk will forever be changed because of where you are going next. The road not taken will not be a concern of yours moving forward. 

I have you. We are walking into a season of "yes" and it is truly amazing. It will leave you in awe. 

I love you. I am with you. Now and forever.

God's pride...

My prayer:

I don't really have anything to talk about tonight God but I love to listen. Speak to me?

What God Said Tonight:

It has been hardly a moment since I first found you. I created you. I knew you in your mother's womb, but it was not until I found you and you invited me into your heart that you could know me so I could really know you. 

It was just a breath in time and since then, I have loved every moment we have had together. You have grown and healed. You have become strong and then vulnerable. You have rebelled and you have submitted. 

I have more of a journey for you and me. I have an eternity for us. 

I take no pride in my glory but I take great pride in my children. You are mine and I am yours forever. Nothing will uproot us and nothing will bring us down. We will withstand every storm and we will be victorious. 

God is greater...

My prayer:

Two days and counting to the big trip! I can't wait to see what you are going to do. The possibilities are endless. I pray your will be done.

What God Said Tonight:

Be prepared. You will look out over my people and you will feel a love for them you have never known before. 

The need is great, but I am greater. The pain is real but so is my healing. 

I love you and you are perfectly positioned. No plans are needed. Lean on me.

Preparing...

My prayer:

It is funny. I am at peace but also really excited tonight. I am not sure I have ever experienced both of those things at the same time before. 

I have such peace that must be coming from you because it makes no sense otherwise. And, at the same time, I am so excited about this trip you have planned for us. I can't wait to see what you are going to do! Normally, when I get this excited, I am jittery and anxious but I feel nothing but peace. I like this! 

Love you Daddy and thank you for hearing my prayers for your healing in my friend. I can't wait to hear the praise report!

What God Said Tonight:

Trust yourself and treat yourself. This has been a long time coming. 

You have been preparing for a month. I have been preparing for an eternity. 

God's plan...

My prayer:

Thanks for getting me through this day. It was long, cold, and wet but there were some good moments too. I asked this morning to help me to see the joy in this day. Thank you for the moments of joy and the underlying peace that blanketed the day. You sure are wonderful!

What God Said Tonight:

Mapping your way to your future is not a bad thing but don't get so stuck in your plan that you miss my plan. I will give you the desires of your heart but keep in mind that the blessings I have for you are greater than you can contain or understand. 

Keep you mind and your spirit open to see all that I have for you instead of the small portion that you can imagine right now. My love is beyond your comprehension and my grace covers it all. 

I love you. Be open to all I have for you.

No barriers...

My prayer:

It is good to be here with you tonight. A long day. God, I want to hear your voice and your words. Speak to my spirit and my heart. Let me feel your presence.

Thank you Jesus for giving me the right to ask.

What God Said Tonight:

Sometimes you are outside the window looking in and sometimes you are inside, being watched. Either way, the window keeps you separated. 

With me, there is no window, no barrier, nothing to keep me from you or you from me My blood removed all barriers. My sacrifice paid every price. 

I love you.