Perfect Harmony~

Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us altogether in perfect harmony.

Harmony means compatibility in opinion and action. Having order with congruity.

A harmonious sound, is a structure of chords playing together, it's different than unison. This is a perfect example of how our relationships with others should be.

Living in harmony allows each of us to live along side the other not losing who we are but embracing and giving value to others along the way. This is not a time to go "solo" or force others to be in unison. We each have been created with different strengths and weaknesses and yet we are called to live in perfect harmony with others.

This will require us to live along side each other keeping stride, not one overtaking the other, but encouraging each other, operating out of a heart of love one for another. As we are on the same journey in life; our path will be much smoother as harmony is the goal, and we find that love once again is the glue that holds us together.

We will lead by our example.... And the greatest of these is LOVE.

Only One~

 We're on a collision course with "self'' when we choose to link arms with the Father.

Our way is self preservation, of time, money and relationship and His way is of sacrifice. Our way is of ease and comfort and His way for us at times feel full of uncertainty.
It's the desire of man to obtain what we think is control of situations in our life.

But, as we choose to walk with Christ, with His arm in ours, His direction for us pulls against the direction we would naturally go. Therefore, we have decisions to make all along the way.

Do we desire God's way above our own and surrender to the pull of Christ. Do we allow Him to lead even when the path seems rough and never the direction we would choose. Or do we think our way is best and ask Him to bless our path as we lead the way.

When our arm is linked with the Father, there can only be one directing our life.   "There is a way that seems right to man, but the end result is of destruction." Allow Him to lead as He knows our final destination.  

In Every Season

This post will be different than my others; this is from my soul man, from my heart where the emotions and the mind are housed.

The 2nd week of April, I was engaged in conversation with God, when He spoke a Word to me while I was traveling:

"Settle it now, I am Good and All My ways are Good.  I am Good through and through. Every Good gift comes from Me and what the enemy means for evil I will take it and turn it for Good.
I didn't create man with a mind to comprehend or understand My ways; otherwise you would be an equal to Me and there is none equal to Me. You will never understand My ways, so I want you to trust Me like you want your children to trust you. So, trust Me when I say I am Good."

As I heard God very clearly speaking this, I thought, Oh dear God, what are we in for.....

Two weeks later:
May 4th our good friend was killed in a motorcycle accident.
June 18th my precious and godly father died after suffering a painful death.
August 4th my husband's wonderful brother, at 48 years old, died suddenly of a heart attack.

 It's been three months, full of the unexpected and of the most painful emotions that cause our very chest to actually ache within us.  We've not even healed from the first loss before the next one hits. Our own personal sorrow is great, but to witness the agonizing sorrow of our loved ones as they also suffer their loss is even more painful.

Each of us will encounter something during our life that just doesn't make sense to our mind, nor will it ever line up to how we process life situations and what we think would or should be right.  It was 2 weeks before the first death when God gave the Word about His Goodness. Prior to all this misery, He wanted us to settle this matter now, reminding us to trust Him and that ALL His ways are Good.  Even though our minds can't see what Good can come from this, God sees the big picture.  We are forced to live out the words, "we walk by faith and not by sight".  We've never journeyed this route before, so we can't lean into our past experiences to help us. We have nothing to measure this by or to pull from our past reservoirs of "how to handle an over-load of emotions, sorrow, and deep brokenness." So we start anew, this relationship with God, going yet again deeper into His presence to find the help we need to live, not in the craziness of all of this, but to live beyond it. And not pressing into God for understanding, as He has already said, we won't understand His ways. But, pressing toward the prize that awaits us, looking to Christ who is the finisher of our faith. We know it is God who is faithful to give us grace in the midst of this storm.  We are learning the character of God from both sides of life; in seasons of good times and in seasons of pain.  We recognize in all seasons, God is Good and His ways are beyond our comprehension.  We trust God in this storm, He will be faithful.

King of All~

"Become an Expert of Me.  Learn the Word.  Seek after Me.  This is a time of fasting, fasting of time wasters. Worrying is a time waster. This is a time to acknowledge Me for who I am.  King of All things.  Don't allow your self to be concerned with those things that trouble you.  I am the King even over those things.  Allow Me to rule and reign them for you."

None Equal ~

"I didn't create man with a mind to comprehend or understand my ways; if I had, you would be an equal to Me and there is none equal to Me.  So trust Me and My ways and know that I am a good God. Yes, I am guiding you into this place where your Spirit man will reflect the very nature of God.  The fruit of My Spirit is being produced in your soul man, as you trust in Me during times of distress to the soul. So press on and lean in to Me the giver of every good gift. Trust Me, as your reward will truly be worth it all."

A Sacrifice of Praise!

"I hear your words and I hear the cry from your heart, I also hear your praise and I am moved by your praise.  You have entered into the throne room when you offer a sacrifice of praise, and your answers will ride on the wings of this praise.  Enter in to this place, allowing your Spirit to connect to the Most Holy One, by offering praise. Singing, dancing and worshiping from the Spirit man produces results of peace and a steady strength, building a foundation of power, that will conquer the darkness that tries to hinder the flow of the Spirit.  Let all that has breath praise the Lord."

Nothing Else Matters~

We are living at an accelerated pace with our destination into the eternal fast approaching. We can't afford to live as we have in the past, there is too much at stake and the price to be paid is our time, seeking God for those "greater things". This time we spend with Him, creates a spiritual awareness, that develops an understanding of the unlimited resources available to us when we live within the atmosphere of His presence.  There is much to be gained in the presence of our King; such as an understanding of what really matters, coupled with the knowledge of His power and authority within our very being. It puts to rest the victim mentality and the hopelessness that is abundant on the earth today.  We have nothing to lose and much to gain as we seek Him for revelation and understanding. He builds a confidence within us that settles all matters of the heart.  In light of eternity, the only thing that matters is our relationship with the Father and His Kingdom purposes.  Nothing else matters.

Travel Victoriously~

There is a highway of the Spirit life called, the "Highway to Holiness." Few travel on it. This highway is reserved for God's people exclusively, only for those that are redeemed. When you travel on this highway it's impossible to get lost on it, there is nothing threatening on it nor is there any thing dangerous on it. This is the very highway where there is singing and gifts of joy and gladness, all sorrows and sighing will vanish. This is the highway that we will travel to arrive to our final destination and be welcomed home. So let's energize the limp hands and strengthen the knees and tell our fearful souls; "have courage, take heart" Our God is here, right now, let's get on this "highway" of the Spirit and travel victoriously.

Stay in the Fight~

Rise up above the chaos and confusion that tries to hinder your progress.  This is a time like none other, there is much happening in the heavenlie realm, a warring in the Spirit realm.  But, I have overcome the world and I am looking for those that will be bold and courageous, not easily swayed by the things that try to over whelm you, but pressing on, into the purposes of the Kingdom.  I offer ways of escape for every trap that the enemy sets for you, so focus on Me, don't look within your self or at your situation.  This is a fight against your Spirit man, just not for happiness. No, I am telling you this is a much greater battle than your mind can comprehend. Stay in the fight and watch for Me, as it will be victorious in the realm of the Spirit.  Your greatest need is not for stability in life, you are in need of stability within your Spirit.  So, rise up, I desire to grow your Spirit large, so practice the things of the Spirit life....rejoicing, praising, standing steadfast with faith in the conquering King of Kings.

Another Realm ~

Living by faith:  Looking outside of the natural facts of life that transpire around us; giving no room for fear.  We shake off the feelings of our soul man and don't succumb to our mind, will and emotions.  Learning to rise above "sight living", the things we see or feel; pushing past thoughts that want to take us captive; living beyond the limitations of  this earth, no longer bound to the laws of  "common living".  We have been called to live at a higher standard of living, this means putting a demand on our soul to submit to our Spirit man. Our soul leans toward the flow of negative thoughts, doubt, fear, unbelief etc. therefore; we won't benefit from our soul man leading us nor can we trust our soul man to wisely control us. We must dismiss our own thoughts and only trust the Spirit of God to align us to Him and allow God to be our guide.  As we connect our Spirit with God, we are now ever vigilant to align our thoughts, words and actions to the miraculous ways of our God, outside of the usual practice of man, understanding there is much more happening than what we can comprehend with our mind's eye. There is a realm that we can't see with our natural eyes, this is where the over comer lives; trusting in things that can't be seen, believing in truth.  Living at a place much, much higher than the thoughts or ways of man.