Dreams...

My prayer:

Awesome God. I have spent a lot of time today thinking about dreams. Dreams that have come true and those that haven't.

It seems like when I was younger, I had no doubt that the things I dreamed of would come to pass. It was not even a consideration that they would not. It was only a matter of time.

Well, now that a fair amount of time has passed, I don't know that I have that same blind faith. But maybe I am more realistic?

The truth is that not every dream will become reality. Otherwise, they would not be dreams. They would be prophecies, reflections of the future. But, part of the excitement of a dream is not knowing. Will it come to pass or not? And, when it does, WOOHOOO! And when it doesn't, if we are lucky, we find a new dream.

Knowing when to stop believing in an old dream and start finding a new dream, now that is the real challenge.

I love you Father. Thank you for always dreaming with me.

What God Said Tonight:

Dreams are gifts. Dreams are what you can point to to get you through the tough times. Dreams are things that you can work toward, giving your life a sense of purpose and direction.

Never give up on your dreams. Sure, change your dreams. Dream new dreams. But, don't ever give up. Old dreams that seem dead have a funny way of resurrecting at the oddest times. I am the God of resurrection.

So, for those old dreams that have not come true, put them on a shelf and dream some new dreams. But don't throw them away. I have time and room for all of your dreams, in time.

I love you sweet daughter and I love your dreams.

Plans...

My prayer:

Awesome God, your will be done. Always.

What God Said Tonight:

You are important to my plan and my purpose. You have been chosen for a very specific reason. Your usefulness to my Kingdom is not fully realized...yet.

But, I love you and I created you for a defined purpose. Your willingness to turn over your life to me will be the key to unlocking all that I have for you.

Your plans, are often quite good. You should not shy away from making plans. But always be ready and open for when I want to take you another direction. It is always for your good and the good of the Kingdom.

I love you and I have need of you. Your very DNA has within it the purpose I have for you.

Come here. Let me hold you for a minute. Get ready to be launched.

Moving in with God...

My prayer:

Awesome healing God. I am not sure I am up for much tonight.

Thank you for healing me. Last night and today were rough but I am feeling much better, just worn out. I am so grateful for your never ending healing power!

Before I pass out and hopefully sleep soundly, I need, I want to hear your voice. What were you up to today other than healing me?

What God Said Tonight:

Healing is what I do. It is a part of the gift that I paid for you. I want to see you fully restored, physically, spiritually, in every way.

I paid the price so that you could be the person I intended for you to be, before the sin of this world got a hold of you. I made the garden for you and now, it is all about getting you back there. Back to a place of perfect peace and love. Back to a place where my Father, your Father, can stroll with you during the day.

But don't get me wrong. It is not about going back. It is moving forward into a future that has all the joy of the first Eden with all of the maturity, growth and the relationship that we have together now. It is a place of perfect peace. Nothing missing and nothing lacking.

I have gone to prepare that place for you. I have bought and paid for it. I can't wait to move you in. I love you. Go and rest.

Real love...

My prayer:

I love you so much. It has been awhile since I have told you how much I love you. I tell you a lot how much I appreciate you but sometimes I forget to tell you how much I love you for who you are.

Your presence is the sweetest and most lovely experience in my entire life. Your voice is the most comforting sound in the universe. Your love is the most healing power ever.

You are God all mighty, the great and mighty creator, lover of my soul, redeemer, teacher, savior, and friend. I love you more than I can ever say. My ability to express my love for you is never enough.

What God Said Tonight:

Higher than the highest tower and deeper than the deepest ocean. My love for you knows no barriers and no bounds.

I have pursued you through eternity just to know you.

You will never be without my love. You are forever mine and I am yours. Love, real love, never dies.

Flying...

My prayer:

Life is so weird right now God. I do not want to whine or complain, at all. But I am confused and feel like I should talk it out with you. You always know just what to say to me to help me get my feet back under me at times like this.

So, here we go. Nothing is horrible or tragic. Life is generally good but so much of it feels like a holding pattern. Once in awhile, I get that glimpse of purpose which we are walking into and I get SO EXCITED! But then, it is back to the mundane day to day life again.

God, it might be too much to ask, but what I want is to live a life that is truly glory to glory. I want to live a life where your presence is active and palpable in me 24/7. I want to live a life that is stuffed full of purpose. Where everything I do and everything I am has a purpose in your Kingdom and with your people. I want to live a life where your power to heal, restore, and redeem is constantly flowing through me. I want to live a life where my Sabbath rest is the day where I sit back and glory with you over all that you have done and all that you are...and that is it.

Is that possible. Can we, can I live like that?

What God Said Tonight:

Can it be done? It can. All things are possible through me. Has it been done? Not quite, although some have come close.

I love you sweet daughter and I know your heart. We just have to take a stepwise approach. If you were to have all that I want to give you right now, it would overwhelm you.

I show you pictures of your future to keep you hoping, to keep you motivated but those pictures are not for tomorrow. You have to crawl before you walk and walk before you run and run before you fly. But, you will fly.

Keep pressing. Keep learning. Keep seeking me. Keep asking me. Keep following me. Each day is one more opportunity to be one day closer to flying.

I love you and I am not in a rush. What we are building is for eternity. It has to have solid foundation to last. I am with you now and forever, my love.

Walking in season...

My prayer:

Made it to another Sabbath God! WOOHOO! Thank you for all of your help and unexpected blessings all week. I am ready to rest and rejuvenate with you. So very ready!

What God Said Tonight:

Absolutely everything has a time and a season. I have planned out those seasons. You are at your greatest level of peace and fulfillment when you recognize the season and walk in it fully.

Don't try to grow in a season of rest. Don't try to build in a season of destruction.

Know and understand the season you are in and participate.

That is an essential key to living a balanced life with me.

Love you.

The still, quiet place...

My prayer:

Today was a good day God. I got a lot accomplished. Thank you for your help in everything. Thank you for the new ministry opportunity too! Very excited that we get to go back and minister there again!

It was a good day God but I am wiped out. So tired I can't keep my eyes open. However, my ears are open and my spirit is open. Let me hear your voice.

What God Said Tonight:

The still, quiet place is my favorite place with you. Away from the commotion of life. Away from the worry. Away from the fear. Just you, me, peace and love. 

 

That is my favorite place. Please don't ever stop coming to the still, quiet place with me. Good night my love.