THE MINISTRY LETTER 2007 ISSUE 24
To
all handmaidens and bondservants of the Lord Jesus Christ:
THE FATHER IS UNFOLDING HIS MARVELOUS PLAN TO BOTH
EXPOSE AND TEAR DOWN THE MASSIVE RELIGIOUS STRUCTURES THAT HAVE CONTINUALLY
PLAGUED AND CURSED THE TRUE WORK OF GOD
In
these days the Father is unfolding His marvelous plan to both expose and tear
down the "massive religious structure(s)" that have continually
plagued and cursed the true work of God. It has been Satan's plan throughout
the centuries to establish "religious environments" - particularly in
certain larger cities throughout the earth. It was his plan to then set up vast
hierarchies and networks (denominational structures) which would fuel
self-effort and pride in the midst of God's people through the continual
outpouring of the darkness and death which are the spontaneous manifestation of
ANY word spoken and ANY activity carried out apart from Christ (the Anointed
One and His Anointing).
VAST MULTITUDES
HAVE CONTINUED TO ADHERE TO THAT WHICH "APPEARS" SPIRITUAL IN THESE
RELIGIOUS STRUCTURES
Because
many in "leadership" have continued to operate in fear (pride and the
seeking after self-glory), as opposed to divine faith (a divine faith working
through a perfect love for God and for His people), many (and various) types of
controlling spirits have been "allowed" to move freely in the midst
of all those whose hearts were not wholly given to pursue holiness and the
fulness of Kingdom-living. Because of these things vast multitudes have
continued to adhere to that which "appears" spiritual in these
religious structures (false doctrines, "good" works etc.) but in
reality they are structures that are a counterfeit of the true work of the Holy
Spirit in establishing a "spotless and unblemished" Church, and they
both deny and lack the divine empowerment which would truly prepare those
people that God has given them. Their failure to live the life of the Cross has
kept their "sheep" in a place of non-resistance to the schemes of the
Evil One, and if these sheep do not flee from the paths of unrighteousness
(their improper spiritual and physical positioning) they will leave themselves
to be struck down by Satan as both he and his forces are put to flight (in
stark terror) by the Glorious Church in this final hour.
TRUE AUTHORITY ALWAYS MANIFESTS ITSELF IN A PERFECT
LOVE AND OBEDIENCE TO GOD + AS FAR AS DEALING WITH THOSE WHO ARE OPERATING IN A
"CONTROLLING" SPIRIT WE MUST NEVER COMPROMISE!
The
spirit of intimidation working in many areas of the church in these days is the
spontaneous by-product of those in authority (on any level) who have forsaken
the counsel and guidance of the Holy Spirit - in order to forge their own
Kingdom (environment). True authority ALWAYS manifests itself in a perfect love
and obedience to God. The actions and words of the true delegated authority will
ALWAYS be found bringing about the greatest eternal benefit in any given moment
for all those who are brought across their path. False authority ALWAYS
attempts to "dominate" and intimidate with a view to controlling
their own environment - and all who are in their sphere of influence (another
strong reason why the child of God should NEVER "fellowship" with
[have an ongoing relationship with] those whose heart is not wholly given to
the will of God. In other words if one is in agreement with their agenda then
all is fine. If their "agenda" (selfish goals and aims) is threatened
in any way then they must lash out with a view to bringing about some form of
forced agreement - in order to reassure themselves of their course. The only
escape for them from this bondage is to lay their own desires down and
diligently inquire of the Spirit of wisdom and revelation as to the proper
course for them to follow. As far as dealing with those who are operating in a
"controlling" spirit we must NEVER compromise! For as we are faithful
to hold fast to the revelation of truth in our heart the evil ground within
them shall surely be exposed. What they then do with that "exposure"
will depend on whether they truly love God or not, for it is certain that they
will have the opportunity to "act" on what has been revealed to them
- one way or the other.
THE REALITY OF THE GLORIOUS CHURCH SHALL
"EXPLODE" IN THE FACE OF SATAN'S SCHEMES
Through
a consecrated and sanctified remnant - a remnant of God's people who are
consumed with holy fire - the Father will now move powerfully to confront ALL
in the midst of His people that is apart from His holy purposes in the earth.
The words of the true apostles and prophets shall now come to pass in the fulness
of all that God intended, and the reality of the Glorious Church shall
"explode" in the face of Satan's schemes to keep the children of God
in bondage to his lies. In these days many, many captives shall be set free
and, in this most critical hour, as the Holy Spirit is poured out to the
greatest degree ever known to man, great liberty and freedom - such as has
never been experienced by those who love God - shall immediately produce a
people who shall live non-stop supernaturally from this point to the catching
away of the Church.
THOSE WHO TRULY DESIRE TO BE USED IN THE USHERING IN
OF THE GLORIOUS CHURCH MUST ALLOW THEMSELVES TO BE MADE READY BY THE POWER OF
THE HOLY SPIRIT
In
any given moment there is only one right(eous) place for each individual child
of God to be in. It is up to each one who truly loves God to approach Him with
a view to making certain that they are where they are supposed to be in these
days - and of course, in the meantime, they are to be found maintaining
obedience in the particular environment which they are presently in. Perfect
obedience will ALWAYS lead one into the perfect spiritual environment that the
Father has for them - and only He knows exactly what that will be. Thus, it is
of extreme importance for every child of God to hold no preconceived notions
(and I do mean none) concerning the Father's plan for their life - both
individually and corporately. Many - up until this time - have allowed
themselves to continually limit God in their life and ministry through a
holding to some form of self-agenda and self-desire. Because of this they are
"frozen" (locked) - spiritually speaking - in a place far below the
fulness of their destiny in Christ. The good news is that the great light that
is about to be poured forth through the Glorious Church - a great light that
will expose every last element of darkness and fear that is still being held to
- will bring all those who are truly seeking the fulness of the Father's will
into a place of "illumination"(enlightenment). If their heart is
truly toward the purpose of God then they will know exactly what to do -
through the revelation and unction of the Holy Spirit. If one's heart is not
wholly given to the purposes of God then they will - without exception - be
carried further into darkness and rebellion! Either way, the deepest thoughts
of every heart shall now be exposed (judged) - with great blessing and
empowerment overtaking those abiding in righteousness and great torment and
weeping for those who have forsaken (cast off) the plan of God for their life
and ministry. Those who truly desire to be used in the ushering in of the
Glorious Church MUST allow themselves to be made ready by the power of the Holy
Spirit - for no more shall the blind lead the blind in the midst of God's
people!
TWO LANGUAGES
There
is the language of the "world" and the language of the Kingdom. In
reality, we are citizens of the Kingdom of God and have thus adopted the
"language" (characteristics) of that place - whereas those who do not
have intimate fellowship with the Father and His Word are blind - without
exception - and they have continued to use the language of the "world"
(selfishness, fear, control, pride, rebellion etc.). The separation between
those who truly love God - and thus they continually seek first the Kingdom -
and those who do not will become more and more evident with each passing day
from here on in! It is very important for all of us to speak and do only that
which we are given to speak and do in any given moment. The "pearls"
of the Kingdom should never be cast before "swine" lightly (casually)
- swine being defined as those whose hearts are hardened towards God - a people
whose heart is in "fellowship" with the world. Of course we must
always stand ready to speak and act as the Holy Spirit directs us - for it is
certain that EVERY element of rebellion in the midst of God's people will be
confronted in these days!
Let us hear the words of the Father:
"AS THE MULTITUDES BEGIN TO CONSECRATE THEMSELVES UNTO ME, MY
KNOWLEDGE AND WISDOM SHALL FLOW INTO THE EARTH AS NEVER BEFORE!"
...."It
is those who love My wisdom who shall have My power manifested greatly in their
lives. For in loving My wisdom above all else, they shall transcend the
darkness of this evil world, and once they have "seen" the Wisdom
that created this universe, that Wisdom shall indeed be the only thing which
will truly satisfy their heart. As the multitudes begin to consecrate
themselves unto Me, My knowledge and wisdom shall flow into the earth as never
before, and "true authority" shall be established throughout the
earth, pushing aside the darkened wisdom and knowledge of Satan. It shall not
take long once the peoples of the nations begin to realize that the life they
need is found only in My Word"....
"MANY OF MY CHILDREN NEED TO HAVE A MUCH DEEPER
REVELATION OF HOLINESS, FOR I DESIRE PERFECTION IN ALL THINGS"
...."Exaltation
of self is any time the flesh is allowed to supercede the spirit of the man and
any manifestation thereof. Because of this My children must fill their hearts
to overflowing with My Word and by doing so, they shall remain in constant and
continual fellowship with Me. Many of My beloved children need to have a much
deeper revelation of "holiness", for I desire "perfection"
in all things and if My children would learn to cast all their care upon Me and
trust Me with all their hearts, there would be no inaccuracy proceeding forth
from the pulpits of My church; but first My children must realize the
seriousness of their calling! For if they walk in less than My perfect will,
then My flock shall be led astray to a certain degree"....
"IF EVERY SEED OF REBELLION IS NOT EXPOSED BY
THE LIGHT OF MY SPIRIT - Who WILL CAUSE THAT SEED TO WITHER AND DIE... THEN
HARDNESS OF HEART WILL BE THE MANIFESTATION AS THAT SEED OF REBELLION WHICH AT
FIRST SEEMED HARMLESS, CAUSES THEM TO SPIRAL OFF INTO THE DEEP DARKNESS WHICH
IS COVERING THE EARTH"
...."Some
of My children are too ready to settle for less than My best, but truly I say
to you there is only one reason for this and that is found in the evil desire
of their heart; and when all the excuses are stripped down and the root is
exposed, it is their desire to be independent of Me which is the cause of any
manifestation of the "old" nature in their lives. Therefore, the very
root desire to lean on their own understanding in any form - no matter how small
it may seem - must be extracted in the same way a tooth which is full of decay
and has become abscessed. For truly, truly I say to you if EVERY seed of
rebellion is not exposed by the light of My Spirit - Who will cause that seed
to wither and die; (having no potential whatsoever, because it no longer exists
in the same way that darkness disappears when light comes on the scene)
then "hardness of heart" will be the manifestation as that seed of
rebellion which at first seemed harmless, causes them to spiral off into the
deep darkness which is covering the earth. My children must draw near to Me in
all things. They must keep their eyes "fixed" on My Word - in order
that all they do shall remain in the light; for darkness shall neither enter
into, or remain, in the hearts of those who are continually obedient to My
commands"....
"NOW IS THE TIME FOR EACH ONE OF MY CHILDREN TO
DECIDE WHICH SIDE THEY SHALL STAND ON!"
The
"line" has been drawn and now is the time for each one of My children
to decide which side they shall stand on! Before the full advent of the
Glorious Church in the earth I must "formulate" a mighty judgement
against all those who have continually allowed themselves to be
"bound" and "gagged" by religious spirits. These evil
spirits of religion - plus the entrance of the spirits of greed and
covetousness and the "ground" they have had to work from in the midst
of My people - must be completely devastated, demolished and eliminated! For
indeed, the one great task that immediately confronts "all" of My
holy bondservants and handmaidens is to remove "all" of the powers of
darkness from the midst of the congregations of My people!"....
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MEDITATIONS ON THE TRUE CHRISTIAN LIFE:
+ Friendship
with others in Christ is completely different than anything that the world has
to offer. True friendship in the Body of Christ is an eternal bond both forged
and maintained by the love of God alone.
+ Many times we
seek an "outward pressure" to cause us to exercise faith. Then, as
the spectre of death envelops our lives we flee into prayer, and, out of fear,
we implore God to have mercy and to come and help us. In truth, God is always
merciful to us and is ever ready to help. When worldly pressures are absent we
are deceived into believing that we are experiencing the peace of God. In
truth, Satanic traps are luring us into a "sense" of personal
security where God is "freed" from being required to assist us. In
fact, God is never freed from His responsibility for us, we just come to
believe that we can do it ourselves. Somehow we must understand that though we
need never be afraid of anything, we must always maintain an
"internal" pressure to pray and depend on the Word of God at all
times. This comes from a deep and abiding revelation of "reality"
placed in our hearts as we seek to see everything through the eyes of God.
+ When a true
prophet of God has a word from God we must listen - but not just listen, we
must believe in order to prosper according to 2 Chronicles 20:20.
+ In 1
Chronicles 12:32 we read about the men of Issachar, men who "had
understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do." In every
generation, God provides men and women (the prophets, apostles, evangelists,
pastors, and teachers) who are tuned into Him as He speaks. They are then in a
position to tell what they have heard from God to His people so that they might
"know" what they ought to do.
+ Though the
principalities and powers were conquered on the Cross of Calvary, there is an
interval between that glorious triumph and the time of their final casting down
- an interval during which each redeemed soul must appropriate fully the
victory of Calvary, and individually overcome the conquered foe, and thus win
the crown with those overcomers who will share the Victor's Throne.
+ There can be
no perfection in art or science without attention to little things. One of the
truest marks of genius is the power, in presence of the highest ideal, to
attend to even the least details. No chain is stronger than its feeblest link.
The weakest point in the character of a Christian is the measure of their
nearness to perfection. It is in the little things of daily life that
perfection is attained and proved.
+ This is
Christianity: it is not serving God, but it is as a child living [dwelling]
with their Father.
+ One of the
outstanding reasons why so many of God's people are not healed and do not walk
in divine health is because they do not fully understand the attitude of God
toward sickness and disease. So many people waver in their faith because they
have heard, expounded from the pulpit, that it is God's will for them to be
sick - when it it NOT!
+ The closer one
gets to God and His Word the farther away one gets from the "answer of
their mind"!
+ Sickness came
into the earth as a result of sin. It remains in the church as a result of
unbelief!
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GOLDEN
MANNA FROM THE MOUNT
I HAVE PREPARED A PATH THAT YOU MUST WALK ON IN THESE DAYS
Bill Burns
bulletin@spiritofprophecy.com
http://ft111.com
The
Lord says to you, little children, rise up now for I have prepared a path that
you must walk on in these days. But do not fear and do not come with hesitation
but come in a fullness of faith because I am for you. I will indeed show you
the way and as I show you the way you will see the reality of your destiny as
it begins to unfold as you walk down this path that is before you. For surely I
say unto you it leads to the new level of spiritual growth, it leads to the new
level of spiritual power, it leads to the new plateau that you have been told
about. It leads to Zion's glory and this I say, I will have My church in that
place of light, the light of Zion, and it will be a bright light for all the
world to see. You can be one of those that finds your way there if you so
desire, but it will take dedication, it will take a cleansing of the mind and
heart. You must purpose to go fully on with me to enter into the holy place and
abide and rest in My presence. Then, I say, I shall indeed overshadow you with
My glory and bring you into the fullness of your destiny abiding in the glory
and in the light of the Almighty. Come let us adventure together for you shall
find this time exciting. Surely, you shall find this time with purpose in you
own heart. For those things you have desired to see in My kingdom, says the
Lord, shall now begin to unfold before your very eyes and you will come to the
place of saying, I knew about it Lord, but now with my own eyes I see it. So
rejoice in this opportunity, rejoice in this season, rejoice in the Lord always
and again I say rejoice.
IT IS TIME TO PROPHESY OVER YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES TO
PROCLAIM THE VICTORY
I
call My house into its destiny, into the fullness of My Spirit and life in this
the end of the age. I am building My house on the mountain tops, where My word
shall flow forth and impact the nations. I speak to your destiny of strength
and health and call it forth, for it shall be such as in the days of Moses when
he brought My people out of Egypt and there was none feeble among them. I call
forth the prophetic voices that I am raising up -- those voices that have been
hindered by the enemy's work. For indeed I have said you are My eagles, My
prophetic ones, and it is now time to arise. It is time to prophesy over your
circumstances to proclaim the victory. It is time to become so one with the
Word that you are My representatives, says the Lord.
OPEN DOORS
I say
to you, My people, that I am about to bring you in this season, between
Thanksgiving (November 22) and the Celebration of Life (December 25) in this
year, open doors that will reveal themselves as you seek Me. They will be
absolutely life changing doors of opportunity. Watch and you shall see them,
for they shall begin to open. Watch for the light as the door begins to open.
When you see the light, go through and receive the blessing of a lifetime, says
the Lord. But, if there is darkness do not touch; do not handle, for the enemy
will also entice you through his doors. The only way you will know is by the
light as you walk in the Spirit.
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YOU ARE ENTERING A SEASON OF CHANGE THAT WILL ALTER YOUR PATH AND PREPARE YOU
FOR THE FUTURE
Marsha Burns
bulletin@spiritofprophecy.com
http://ft111.com
Your
days have been established since the foundation of the world. I know the end
from the beginning, and you are entering a season of change that will alter
your path and prepare you for the future. Do not try to fashion your own future
because your expectations fall short of what I will actually do in your life.
Just go with the flow of My Spirit as I take you ever higher into the realm of
My glory, says the Lord.
Psalms 145:5 I will meditate on the glorious splendor of Your majesty, and
on Your wondrous works.
I WILL GIVE YOU THE REVELATION THAT YOU NEED TO
OVERCOME IN EVERY SITUATION
Beloved,
be quiet and listen for My still small voice. I will give you the revelation
that you need to overcome in every situation. Resist the temptation to be
afraid, for a spirit of fear will keep you from victory. Trust Me to bring you
through these trials, and rest in the assurance that I am with you. I am
upholding you with My righteous right hand. I will not fail you, nor will I
forsake you, says the Lord.
Isaiah 41:9-13 You whom I have taken from the ends of the earth, and called
from its farthest regions, and said to you, 'You are My servant, I have chosen
you and have not cast you away: Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed,
for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold
you with My righteous right hand. Behold, all those who were incensed against
you shall be ashamed and disgraced; they shall be as nothing, and those who
strive with you shall perish. You shall seek them and not find them--those who
contended with you. Those who war against you shall be as nothing, as a
nonexistent thing. For I, the LORD your God, will hold your right hand, saying
to you, 'Fear not, I will help you.'
LEAVE BEHIND EVERYTHING THAT WILL BE A HINDRANCE TO
YOUR JOURNEY OF ELEVATION
I am
moving you to higher ground spiritually, so you need to take with you only that
which is beneficial in My kingdom. Now is a perfect time to leave behind
everything that will be a hindrance to your journey of elevation. I speak to
you, My children, of the works of the flesh and the work of the devil that you
have allowed to prosper in your life. These need to be cut off so that you can
prosper according to My Spirit, says the Lord.
Romans 8:1 There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ
Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit.
Galatians 5:19-21 Now the works of the flesh are evident, which are: adultery,
fornication, uncleanness, lewdness, idolatry, sorcery, hatred, contentions,
jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, dissensions, heresies, envy,
murders, drunkenness, revelries, and the like; of which I tell you beforehand,
just as I also told you in time past, that those who practice such things will
not inherit the kingdom of God.
THESE ACTS OF OBEDIENCE WILL BE THE CATALYST FOR BREAKTHROUGH
INTO THE FREEDOM YOU HAVE LONGED FOR
Watch
for opportunities to be an instrument of My benevolence. I will not only
empower you to help and to give, but I will give you the desire to do so.
Regard these gifts as good seed in fertile soil that will put down roots,
spring up, and produce a harvest of multiplied blessings. For many who labor
under a spirit of poverty, these acts of obedience will be the catalyst for
breakthrough into the freedom you have longed for, says the Lord.
2 Corinthians 9:10-11 Now may He who supplies seed to the sower, and bread
for food, supply and multiply the seed you have sown and increase the fruits of
your righteousness, while you are enriched in everything for all liberality,
which causes thanksgiving through us to God.
EXPECT CHANGE ON EVERY FRONT AND BE PREPARED TO
MAKE DECISIONS THAT WILL RELEASE YOU INTO NEW REALMS OF EXPERIENCE AND BLESSING
As
you let go of the past and move to a new plateau spiritually, it will affect
every area of your life. Expect change on every front, and be prepared to make
decisions that will release you into new realms of experience and blessing.
Yield to My Spirit, and I will take you higher. Do not be afraid to make the
changes that present themselves to you, for I am with you, says the Lord.
Isaiah 42:16 I will bring the blind by a way they did not know; I will lead
them in paths they have not known. I will make darkness light before them, and
crooked places straight. These things I will do for them, and not forsake them.
PROCRASTINATION WILL TAKE YOU OUT OF THE FLOW OF
PRODUCTIVITY AND BLESSING
I am
giving you a window of time to accomplish what is set before you. This open
window is set as an opportunity to establish order in various areas of your
life. Procrastination will take you out of the flow of productivity and
blessing. Be particularly sensitive to the temptations that come to divert your
attention from the business at hand. Be sensitive to the leading of My Spirit.
Your obedience is imperative and will be of great benefit to you on every
level, says the Lord.
Isaiah 30:21 Your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, "This is
the way, walk in it," Whenever you turn to the right hand or whenever you
turn to the left.
BREAKTHROUGH IS ABSOLUTELY IMMINENT
Don't
give up; you're almost there. To stop short of your goal is to not see My
goodness. The truth is that NO weapon formed against you shall prosper and
every tongue that rises up against you in judgment is condemned. I tell you
that breakthrough is absolutely imminent. Refuse to waver in your hope, but
rather hold fast the beginning of your hope steadfast until the end. I have
made a way through this winding path that leads ever upward to your destiny.
Follow My leading, says the Lord.
Hebrews 10:23 Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering,
for He who promised is faithful.
DOORS OF OPPORTUNITY ARE OPENING BEFORE YOU
Doors
of opportunity are opening before you, but if you cannot see them you will not
go through them. It is important that you quiet your soul and look through
spiritual eyes to see the possibilities. Listen carefully for the leading of My
Spirit, for I will open your eyes to see and your ears to hear. Extraordinary
times call for extraordinary measures to accomplish all that is set before you
in this season. I have called you for such a time as this, I have equipped you,
and I will send you. And, you will not suffer lack, says the Lord.
Psalms 103:2 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits.
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