Enthroned One reminds us that the God of victory is on our side and nothing is greater than He is, for He reigns over all.
- Deuteronomy 3:22 (GW) Don’t be afraid of them, because the Lord your God himself will fight for you.
A prophetic download from Meghan Williams of Dyed4you Ministries is connected to this. It’s called “Refuse to Fear the Darkness, Simply Be Light.”
Beloved, remember that you are a child of the Light, and darkness is powerless against the light. Darkness cannot say to light, “I refuse to go” or “I insist that I dim your blaze” because light trumps darkness. It’s not a fight for light to overtake darkness, but rather light expands simply because of the nature of what light is: light. So remember your identity as a child of the day – a child of light. Walk in the fullness of that power unafraid knowing that you are equipped simply by the nature of who you are and how you are made, so be light, beloved. Be light.
Matthew 5:14 (NLT) “You are the light of the world–like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden.
A portion of the word from our “Prayer Warrior” Dyed4you Art piece is connected to this.
For those who choose to stand as prayer warriors, He rests His authority on us as we raise our spiritual swords and fight along side Him. His angels rush to act upon our prayers. Fierce in our tenacity with His angelic forces on our side, we relentlessly declare His word – logos and rhema, written and spoken – and align with His heart bringing heaven to earth. Our prayers a sweet incense before His throne.
His people will know that He, God of Creation, is the All Seeing One. He is accomplishing His plans quickly. He shows us things that we don’t understand, but as we continue to pray, He reveals. Seek Him and wait patiently for His answer. And as time passes, the different facets of revelation begin to unfold and more understanding comes forth. The enemy is exposed, thwarted, and his ability to counterfeit are impaired and ultimately eliminated. God’s will is being brought forth in the earth, in His Bride (corporately) and in our lives (individually).
Father, stir us up in our spirits as we battle beside You. As You say in James 5:16, “The heartfelt and persistent prayer of a righteous man (believer) can accomplish much [when put into action and made effective by God—it is dynamic and can have tremendous power].” We will stand fast, praying in the authority You have given us. Unashamed and unafraid to walk in the fullness of the warfare we’ve been called to. “Your will be done, Your kingdom come, on earth as it is in heaven.”
Another Prophetic Nugget from “Daily Downloads from Heaven” by Meghan Williams is connected to this. It’s called “No Portion, Right, or Memorial.”
Nehemiah 2:20 (GW) “The God of heaven will give us success,” I answered them. “We, his servants, are going to rebuild. You have no property or claim or historic right in Jerusalem.”
Beloved, I AM the God of heaven. Success comes from My hand. Trust Me to bless and prosper you as you walk in My will and are obedient to My direction. Resist the urge to be distracted or derailed by those claiming to want to help. Be sensitive to My Spirit that I may give you discernment.
The enemy is a trespasser. He will always try to take new territory. Hold fast your boundaries. Say “thus far and no farther.” Enforce his lack of claim. Insist on his lack of rights. When it comes to you and that which is yours, you are Mine; therefore, he has no portion, right, or memorial. You are Mine.
A portion of the “Merciful God (El Rachum)” Dyed4you silk letter is connected to this.
God is a God of justice in that He makes wrong things right. He is a God of mercy in that He sees our afflictions and bondage of the enemy and His response is to set us free. He loves His children. He not only fights for us, but He has equipped us to fight along side Him. He’s armed us with His word. He’s clothed us in His righteousness. He’s covered us in His blood. Nothing is stronger than the Lord of Hosts! Stay aligned with Him and know freedom.
“He is rich in compassion and mercy- He does not want to see His children fall. We can know that our prayers, and our tears, will never be wasted. The God of compassion hears them and is merciful so we may not be distressed. Let us, in turn, have ears to hear and eyes to see the world in compassion the way our Father does” (Discovering the Jewish Jesus /Hebrew Names of God / Hebrew Titles / El Rachum).
This is a series of Prophetic Nuggets from “Daily Downloads from Heaven” by Meghan Williams that are connected by scripture / theme. It is a series of 10 Prophetic Nuggets based on the Armor of God.
The first Prophetic Nugget is called “Right Perspective.”
Ephesians 6:10-11 (VOICE) Finally, brothers and sisters, draw your strength and might from God. Put on the full armor of God to protect yourselves from the devil and his evil schemes.
Draw from Me, beloved. I AM your strength. I AM your might. I AM power and authority. You are not alone out in a storm. I AM with you, beside you. So command the storm to be still beloved in My name, and whether the external or internal landscape changes, strength and peace are yours.
Gird up your loins. Without hiding My word in your heart you are defenseless, beloved. So eat it as those it were the choicest of meats bringing you strength and stamina because it does and it will. Know Me. Encourage yourself in the faith by seeing Me more and more for who I AM. Magnify Me in your own eyes so you might realize the enemy is no match for Me. As you know Me, you will be able to quiet your soul against the taunts of the enemy because you will know – TRULY know – that I AM greater. I AM.
The second Prophetic Nugget is called “Equip Yourself.”
Ephesians 6:13 (AMP) Therefore, put on the complete armor of God, so that you will be able to [successfully] resist and stand your ground in the evil day [of danger]…
Beloved, being dressed for battle does not ensure it will come, it simply ensures you’re ready and equipped if (and when) it does. Yes, I protect you, cover you, and fight for you, but you must also be prepared to fight for yourself. Beloved, you still choose what thoughts you entertain and what things you welcome into your space, so you must choose wisely. And when the enemy comes, stand and resist. Then we can stand together – united – working toward a common cause.
When the enemy lies, recognize it for what it is and reject that lie. When he tempts you to compromise, see the slippery slope for what it is and stand fast. Be alert for his ploys and thwart them at every turn. The more you know the truth – My word – the easier it is to see his evil manipulations. Equip yourself, beloved, and be prepared, but know I AM with you always.
The third Prophetic Nugget is called “I AM the Way Maker.”
Ephesians 6:13 (AMP) …and having done everything [that the crisis demands], to stand firm [in your place, fully prepared, immovable, victorious].
Beloved, there are moments to fight, but there are moments where all that is left to do is stand fast. You’ve prepared, you’re equipped, you’re positioned – it’s time to simply be immovable and leave the rest to Me. Knowing you have all of heaven behind you – the hosts ready and willing to fight on your behalf – be steadfast.
This is the test of faith. To stand at the Red Sea with an enemy bearing down on you, and to trust the One who is trustworthy to make a way where there seems to be no way. I AM the way maker. I part the seas. Stand in faith allowing your stance to declare your confidence in your God – in Me. I will not let you down. I will meet you in that place for I AM faithful and I bring victory in My mighty hand.
The fourth Prophetic Nugget is called “Secured in Truth.”
Ephesians 6:14 (AMP) So stand firm and hold your ground, having tightened the wide band of truth (personal integrity, moral courage) around your waist…
Beloved, My word is truth. Just as you cannot decide to wear “part” of a belt, it is fruitless to choose which parts of My word you will obey while discarding parts you don’t like, want, or understand. It leaves you defenseless. Choose ALL of Me. ALL of My word. My Holy Spirit will guide you in walking out that choice, but you must be the one to choose.
Everything hinges on this choice. Just as all other pieces of the armor connect to and rely on the belt, so every part of your life and walk hinges on your choice to secure yourself in truth. It is a central, foundational, core choice. Will you choose Me – My word – without exception or compromise? And if you already have, will you be steadfast in walking that choice out? For this choice takes courage and dauntlessness of heart. Choose wisely, beloved. Arm yourself well.
The fifth Prophetic Nugget is called “Walk Uprightly.”
Ephesians 6:14 (AMP) So stand firm and hold your ground…having put on the breastplate of righteousness (an upright heart),
Beloved, it matters not if everyone around you compromises their integrity, you know the level to which you are called. Walk in it. Without apology or hesitation. Not because you know I AM with you and see your actions, but because you refuse to lower yourself or compromise your integrity.
Walk in uprightness. Setting the example for those around you. You won’t need to say a word, rather lead by example. Show them that walking with Me makes you different, not in a self-righteous way, but rather one of quiet humility, compassion, and righteousness.
For I AM strengthening you. What you’re called to is not impossible. And in the moments it is difficult, know that it is growing the fruit of the Spirit within you. You can do it. I AM with you and I strengthen you. Do not give the enemy a toehold. But in the moments you fall short, quickly repent and right yourself. Uprightness protects your heart, beloved, and your heart is most precious to Me. Guard it well.
The sixth Prophetic Nugget is called “Win Them Without a Word.”
Ephesians 6:13a, 15 (AMP) Therefore, put on the complete armor of God… and having strapped on your feet the gospel of peace in preparation [to face the enemy with firm-footed stability and the readiness produced by the good news].
Beloved, share My word. Speak My truth. Speak it in actions birthed from obedience and love. More are watching you than you realize, so never forget Who you host and let the light, joy, peace, and love of My Spirit pour out from within you. Snatch others from the grip of the enemy with My strong love.
For it is a gospel of peace; that peace that surpasses all understanding that is your inheritance. Cultivate it. Cherish it. Refuse to allow the enemy to steal it. Let it surround you so as you step close to others, they feel it and want it for themselves. You will win them without a word, beloved, simply through the peace and love in your presence that come from Me.
The seventh Prophetic Nugget is called “Put Your Confidence in Me.”
Ephesians 6:16 (AMP) Above all, lift up the [protective] shield of faith with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.
Beloved, faith is complete confidence in Me. Confidence that I AM who I say I AM. Confidence I’ll do what I’ve said I’ll do. Confidence that I AM. Put your trust in Me for I AM faithful. I AM reliable. I AM trustworthy. I will not let you down. Rest in Me.
Let your faith be unshakable. Let no circumstance or situation give you pause to wonder about Me. I AM always at work and always working on for the good. Let your faith in Me be unshakable. Just as Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego said to Nebuchadnezzar, “our God is able to rescue us…but even if He doesn’t we will serve no other.” Their faith in Me and My plans was steadfast. In the same way beloved, let your faith surpass your ability to understand what I am doing and simply trust. I AM worthy of your faith for I AM El Aman, the Faithful God.
Daniel 3:16-18 (VOICE) Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego: Nebuchadnezzar, we have no need to defend our actions in this matter. We are ready for the test. If you throw us into the blazing furnace, then the God we serve is able to rescue us from a furnace of blazing fire and release us from your power, Your Majesty. But even if He does not, O king, you can be sure that we still will not serve your gods and we will not worship the golden statue you erected.
The eighth Prophetic Nugget is called “Boldly Evident.”
Ephesians 6:13, 17 (AMP) Therefore, put on the complete armor of God, so that you will be able to [successfully] resist and stand your ground in the evil day [of danger]…And take the helmet of salvation…
Beloved, you have the mind of Christ. Refuse to allow the enemy to set up camp in your thought life. He may pester and poke, but only you can grant him access. So send him packing. Take the thought bombs he lobs at you captive. Refuse to take the bait.
Worry is not from Me. Fear is not from Me. Lust is not from Me. Greed is not from Me. Beloved, you know Me. Filter your thoughts through My word and My heart and you will clearly know which ideas originate from above and which come from below. Think on that which is good and perfect and true, assume positive intent, and walk in integrity of character that the joy of your salvation might be boldly evident for all to see.
The ninth Prophetic Nugget is called “Tune in to My Voice and Hold Fast to My Truth.”
Ephesians 6:17 (AMP) And take the helmet of salvation…
Beloved, the enemy is a liar and the father of lies. His desire is to debilitate you with fear and doubt and unbelief. Do not listen to him. Remember who you are to Me. Remember what I have called you to. Remind yourself of My promises and My truth. I AM love and I love you with an everlasting love that can never change, do not let the enemy tell you differently.
Do not concern yourself with the fact that you hear his whispers – of course you do, he is working at all times towards your demise – but rather focus your efforts and energies on Me and My promises that his whispers would be of no avail. Force them into a position of powerlessness by being so secure in My truth that you are unshakable.
This, beloved, is your helmet of salvation. Your mind protected from his onslaught, his thought bombs diffused by My truth. Hold fast and do not waver in your trust in Me and knowledge of the truth. Close your ears to his lies and tune in to My voice as you hold what I have said dear in your heart. I AM truth.
2 Corinthians 10:5 (VOICE) We are demolishing arguments and ideas, every high-and-mighty philosophy that pits itself against the knowledge of the one true God. We are taking prisoners of every thought, every emotion, and subduing them into obedience to the Anointed One.
The tenth Prophetic Nugget is called “Build Your Arsenal.”
Ephesians 6:17 (AMP) And take…the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God.
Beloved, if you would wield the sword of My Spirit, you must know My word. There are so many things that clamor for your attention as My word waits – unchanging and available – for you to feast. Choose to make the time. Choose to know Me – My heart, My ways, My instructions for you – for they are to protect you and bring you blessing and goodness in your life – My word is worth knowing.
The more of My word that is hidden in your heart, the stronger and more prepared you are to do battle against the enemy of your soul when he brings his onslaught. He comes to steal, kill, and destroy. I come to give you strength. The enemy will often twist My word, and just as when My Son was tempted in the wilderness and He refuted those lies with Truth – with the Word, so you must be equipped to do the same.
For it is not a question of IF the enemy will lie and twist truths, it is a matter of WHEN. Do not be found defenseless and weak, but rather prepare. Just as a lawyer spends time building his knowledgebase so he can make the arguments in court to win the day, likewise spend the time every day to build your arsenal and your strength. Again beloved, My word is worth knowing – I AM worth knowing.
A portion of a post by Meghan Williams from MeghanW.com is connected to this. It’s called “Waiting for the Red Sea to Part.”
Exodus 14:10b-12: They cried out to the Lord, and they said to Moses, “Why did you bring us out here to die in the wilderness? Weren’t there enough graves for us in Egypt? What have you done to us? Why did you make us leave Egypt? Didn’t we tell you this would happen while we were still in Egypt? We said, ‘Leave us alone! Let us be slaves to the Egyptians. It’s better to be a slave in Egypt than a corpse in the wilderness!’”
LOL! I totally know this feeling. God walks you into a situation and it looks totally hopeless – so you get upset with God and start complaining to someone nearby. But see in this case, God already talked to Moses about what was going on. So here’s his response in v13-14: “But Moses told the people, “Don’t be afraid. Just stand still and watch the Lord rescue you today. The Egyptians you see today will never be seen again. The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.””
Just stay calm. This is where our faith is shown. We’ve trusted God enough to let Him walk us to the Red Sea, but when we are there faced with the seeming impossibility of a positive outcome… that is the moment our faith is truly tested. But if we truly trust in Him, we should be able to be calm. To rest in the shalom of the Lord.
Lest you think this is just one example of God making impossible situations only to show up in a big way, consider a few more examples:
- The Lord whittling Gideon‘s army from 22,000 to 300 to give him the victory against the Midianites
- God has Noah build an ark in the middle of land when it had never rained ever before
- Abraham and Sarah giving birth to Issac years after God had promised and when Abraham was 100 and Sarah wasn’t far behind
- Priests crossing the Jordan river with the Ark of the Covenant, waiting as river passed by before the land dried up in front of them
- The walls of Jericho coming down from the Israelites marching around it seven times and shouting and blowing horns on the seventh time
The fact of the matter is that God likes showing up in a big way when the odds appear to be against Him. It brings Him glory! And (hopefully) in the process, builds our faith.
I (like many others I’m sure) am in a season where I am waiting for my proverbial red sea to part. I’ve walked where I’ve sensed God has led me and now I am waiting for Him to do what He does… be God.
Lord, I just pray for all those who find themselves in this season of waiting on Your faithfulness. I pray for grace and shalom in the midst of the onslaught of our senses. We choose to trust You at Your word for You are God – You are not a man that You should lie – and You are faithful to Your children. Be glorified in our lives! In Jesus’ mighty name I pray…
Another portion of a post by Meghan Williams from MeghanW.com is connected to this. It’s called “Fear Not, Stand Firm (Exodus 14:13-14).”
God had me in Exodus today, in doing so I also checked out a blog from last year called “Waiting for the Red Sea to Part.” Today Exodus 14:13-14 jumped out at me: And Moses said to the people, “Fear not, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will work for you today. For the Egyptians whom you see today, you shall never see again. The LORD will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.”
As I mentioned in the previous blog, only in being silent or staying calm is where our faith is tested. Today as I pondered this I filtered these verses through a couple other things mentioned:
- v21: it takes all night for God to dry the path for them to cross over
- v27: in the morning He closes the sea
When you have an army bearing down on you, this salvation might not seem fast enough! You’d probably want to get zapped from one side to the other. But God doesn’t do it like that… He takes more time and tells them to be silent / stay calm.
Again this is a trust thing. Too often when we find ourselves in these seemingly impossible situations, we get frustrated that God doesn’t move faster… but if we really check our hearts isn’t that because we don’t fully trust Him to come through? So we want Him to come through leaving a larger margin for error…?
But God doesn’t make errors! And He loves us enough to want to stretch us to trust more. Why? Not because He wants to torture us! Because life is easier for US the more we trust Him. We stress less. We worry less. We can rest in Him because we know He’s faithful… not just when things are going well, but when the seem not to be, we can still wholeheartedly trust Him.
Thank You Lord for stretching us – even when it hurts – it is for our own good. Thank You for knowing how much we can take and not stretching us until we break. You are faithful and good… make us more like You!
{Artist note} It’s always interesting when God prompts the use of pieces of previously created Dyed4you Art in a new piece. Often, as is the case with this one, it means there’s an element or theme prophetically that is tied to the new piece. The art that has elements included in this creation is the “Prayer Warrior” piece. The similarity in theme is no accident! Though while the Prayer Warrior piece emphasized our roles as intercessors, this piece reminds us of the God of Victory who fights on our behalf. We simply must choose to align (and stay aligned) with Him.
The name of the silk hidden in this image is Relentless in Battle. The colors in it are turquoise represents warfare, mahogany represents warrior’s heart – praise in the mouth and sword in the hand (Psalm 149:3-7), pea green represents encouragement, and teal represents reward.
Father, may our trust in You, the God of Victory, be absolute, may our faith be steadfast, and may we testify of your faithfulness throughout all the land.
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