quickly, Lord Jesus, that even
though I have known that You
are near, it seems like a long
time since I have just listened
to You. Thank You for Your
faithful presence every day
and for allowing me to be
aware of it. You truly never
leave me or forsake me.
Thank You for answering
prayer over and over again.
You have shown Your mercy
in so many situations in
answer to prayer. Today
instead of coming to You with
my intercessions, I come to
hear what You have to say to
me. Speak, Lord, for Your
servant hears.
matter how distracted you may seem. I know your heart better than you do. You do not need to
feel condemned because your mind is occupied with the duties of the day, for your heart is
turned toward Me. If your heart begins to stray into the regions that I did not create it for, there
is a disquieting restlessness that enters and calls you back to Me. That is My Holy Spirit in you
which leads you and speaks a word into your ears showing you the direction to take. My voice
speaks, and you choose your response even in the midst of busyness and distraction. The
interchange is happening all the time, and moment by moment you choose life or death. That
is why you need to rely on My Spirit and obey My voice.
It is in the submission of your will that I lead you out of the prisons that have held you and
into the prosperity that is your destiny in Me. Only those who rebel against Me dwell in a land
that is parched and barren. They live in defeat even while they think they are in control.
Submit to My plan and purpose for your life, and all will be fulfilled according to My gracious
kingdom rule.
Expect to see My mercy, for it surrounds you constantly. Ask Me to open your eyes and
pay attention to My dealings with you and those you know. Look beyond what is on the surface
to My heart of love and compassion and provision. I am everywhere and always patient, slow to
anger, and abundant in mercy.
Lift up your head, for your salvation draws near. I am the King of Kings and the Lord of
Lords who rides triumphant now and forever. My enemies are scattered before Me as wax
melts before a fire. Do not fear their intimidation, for they are defeated, and I reign supreme.
Let their threats stand before Me, and they shall be silenced forever. The accuser of your soul
and all his hosts must not be met by you but must face Me.
Rest and be at peace in your heart. No matter what the course of your day brings, be
assured that I am hearing your heart-cries, and you are being led by My voice and Spirit.
Rejoice and be glad. You are My eternal inheritance, and I am yours.
Lamentation 3:22-23; Psalm 145:8-13; Luke 21:28; Deuteronomy 33:26-29
Psalm 68:1-2; Revelation 12:10-11; Psalm 68:3-4; Psalm 28:9; Psalm 16:5-6
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