Ascend the Mountain represents an invitation, it’s as though the Lord has extended His hand and beckoned us to come – to ascend, to be sanctified and set apart, to choose Him – and we must decide how we answer the call.
- Exodus 19:18 (ESV) Now Mount Sinai was wrapped in smoke because the Lord had descended on it in fire. The smoke of it went up like the smoke of a kiln, and the whole mountain trembled greatly.
- Exodus 19:3-6 (AMP) Moses went up to God [on the mountain], and the Lord called to him from the mountain, saying, “Say this to the house of Jacob and tell the Israelites: ‘You have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I carried you on eagles’ wings, and brought you to Myself. Now therefore, if you will in fact obey My voice and keep My covenant (agreement), then you shall be My own special possession and treasure from among all peoples [of the world], for all the earth is Mine; and you shall be to Me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation [set apart for My purpose].’ These are the words that you shall speak to the Israelites.”
- Exodus 19:16-17 (AMP) So it happened on the third day, when it was morning, that there were thunder and flashes of lightning, and a thick cloud was on the mountain, and a very loud blast was sounded on a ram’s horn, so that all the people who were in the camp trembled. Then Moses brought the people out of the camp to meet God, and they stood and presented themselves at the foot of the mountain.
- Exodus 24:17 (AMP) In the sight of the Israelites the appearance of the glory and brilliance of the Lord was like consuming fire on the top of the mountain.
Hopeful Dawn depicts the undaunted and steadfast worshiper who – filled with expectation – is awaiting the new morning.
Possess It depicts a worshiper who is willing to trust the Father and praise Him even in the midst of the desert.
Watchmen depicts each individual in their place on the wall, standing in the gap, and refusing to give up any territory.
