More SELAH Moments

A few thoughts about which to pray and ponder…
 

·         "Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners" (1 Cor 15:33). Be careful... your associations DO matter! Remember Achan? It's a NEW SEASON!

·         "Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ" (Colossians 2:9). Everyone has an opinion or idea, but there must be NO TOLERANCE for compromise. The word of God is true. We must follow Christ, no matter how good the alternative may sound. It's a NEW SEASON!!!

·         "If ye love me, keep my commandments." (John 14:15; Ref.21). Our actions speak louder than our words. We can argue all day long, but if we fail to keep the commandments of God, we don't love Him and His love is not with us. This world is in trouble... we MUST get back to obeying GOD! It's a NEW SEASON...let's not take this one for granted!

·         "Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful" (Psalm 1:1). People of God, be careful who you're connected too. There are way too many SCORNFUL people in the body, and they are causing division. Don't entertain demons, and certainly don't befriend them. It's a NEW SEASON!!!

·         It's impossible to support "gay marriage", because there is no such thing! God defined marriage as the union between one man and one woman...period!

·         "Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you." (Matt 5:11-12). Wow! I am TRULY BLESSED and MY REWARD IS GREAT!!! LOL! It's a NEW SEASON!!!

·         "Lay hands suddenly on no man, neither be partaker of other men's sins: keep thyself pure" (1 Tim 5:22). Many believe that an abundance of followers will make them a great leader. Leaders, remember that those you ordain and send forth reflect back on YOU, in the sight of both God and men. This is not a popularity contest! It's a NEW SEASON!

·         Timothy was warned about the woes of the last days - people turning to fables, losing faith, and chasing entertainment... "But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry" (2 Tim 4:5). Ministers and leaders of God, let's be reminded of the instruction to WATCH, ENDURE, WORK, EVANGELIZE and PROVE in the ministry! It's a NEW SEASON!

·         "If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land" (2 Chron 7:14). Humility, prayer and repentance... That's what we need in the NEW SEASON!!!

·         "Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men" 1Thessalonians 5:14. People of God, let's remain humble. God doesn't send us leaders because we're so special... but often because we are unruly, feebleminded and/or weak. Let's get delivered! It's a NEW SEASON!

·         When asked the question, "Does it take all that?", my response must be YES... and then some! There must be preparation for EVERY sacrifice! It's a NEW SEASON!

·         "Let every man abide in the same calling wherein he was called" (1 Cor 7:20). Now is the time to STAY IN YOUR LANE. Be obedient to what God has called YOU to do! It's a NEW SEASON!

·         "Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and shew my people their transgression, and the house of Jacob their sins" (Isaiah 58:1). A prophet is sent to correct, encourage, instruct and build...not LIE! Real prophets tell the TRUTH, as instructed by God... Our Father wants His people to be holy! It's a NEW SEASON, and I refuse to be a lying prophet!

·         "For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning" (Ps 30:5). Don't give us just yet! This too shall pass. It's a NEW SEASON!

·         ‎1 Thessalonians 5:11-13 If I walk with you in ministry, I WILL NOT receive the word of the accuser when I truly know you by the Spirit. We must trust the God in our co-labourers in Christ and stop assuming the worst. Offense, especially when unfounded, is a trick of the enemy. Don't bite! It's a NEW SEASON!

·         "And blessed is she that believed: for there shall be a performance of those things which were told her from the Lord" (Luke 1:45). God will indeed PERFORM His word! Do you believe it? If so, be a LIGHT. God's CAMERA is recording your ACTION! Let Him perform a work in YOU! It's a NEW SEASON!!!

·         "Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding" (Proverbs 4:7). Ignorance is not an excuse! Seek God and you shall find Him! If you lack wisdom, ask and He'll give it to you (James 1:5) It's a NEW SEASON!

·         Despite my enemy and all his imps... I CHOOSE TO WORSHIP! Hallelujah! It's a NEW SEASON!

·         "But godliness with contentment is great gain" (1 Tim 6:6); "Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content" (Phil 4:1). Saints of GOD, let's STOP COMPLAINING so much! We all have struggles and we all have pain, but GOD is faithful. Don't make Him seem like a dead-beat dad! It's a NEW SEASON!

Pray for Our Men this Father's Day!

As we celebrate fathers in the season, we must pray and intercede on behalf of God's men. As a woman in ministry, I am often challenged with the balance of authority and order.

The word of God tells us that there is neither male nor female in the spirit (Galatians 3:28). What does that mean? It means that through Christ, God is able and willing to use any of us, regardless of sex, origin, economic status or any other factor aside from holiness. This is simply the fulfillment of His promise, that His spirit would be poored out on all flesh (Joel 2:28, Acts 2:17).

Still, we must not forget the order of God. Certainly, God gifts and uses women in the ministry and has enabled us to prosper in the world alike. But, does this give us the authority and freedom to dismiss the men of God? God forbid!

I am 100% certain of my call and assignment as a prophet and a pastor. I am also 100% certain of my husband's place in my life. He is my leader, called to love me as Christ loves the church. He grants me the grace to move forward, but I always esteem him as the final authority. He is the priest in my house, regardless of the gifts I have been afforded. At the end of the day, I NEED MY HUSBAND! We are one, and without him, I cannot fulfill the call of God on my life.

The enemy has been busy building a spirit of feminism in the church, but this is certainly NOT of God. In fact, the same spirit that fuels lesbianism will fuel the thought that women of God "don't need a man." Yes, SPIRITUAL LESBIANISM. It's the concept and idea that God's natural order can be abandoned to fulfill a lustful sense of freedom. Beware of that cunning and crafty spirit.

True and strong women of God are not intimidated by the idea of God's men taking their rightful places. In the same manner, a strong and confident man of God is able to flow by the Spirit of God without muting the gifts of God's woman in his life.

The Church must return to God's divine order. Men of God, TAKE YOUR PLACE! Don't wait for it to be handed to you on a platter. Use your authority to walk in your rightful position with God!

Men, you are the stronger vessel. You were created and ordained by God to be the head. So, take your place in the home and in the church. We need you there!

For those men who walk in your divine assignment, remain encouraged. Your strength and anointing are building a generation of restorers in the Church. To GOD be the glory!

SELAH Moments

Just a few thoughts of encouragement during this, A NEW SEASON…
 

·         "For who maketh thee to differ from another? and what hast thou that thou didst not receive? now if thou didst receive it, why dost thou glory, as if thou hadst not received it?" (1 Cor 4:7) Leaders, let's not be so haughty and arrogant. It's a NEW SEASON!

·         People of God, let's honour our leaders by respecting their money, time, personal space and privacy. Oftentimes, we forget that they also have families, their own bills and require rest. Be mindful, that they are not abused for taken for granted. Honour is more than giving praise... it's also allowing one to have privacy and time enough for their own personal relationship with God. It's a NEW SEASON!

·         Many say their gifts are prostituted by the local church. Now is the time to take responsibility and become a good steward over what God has given you. When God's people use their gifts to build the Kingdom rather than to entertain, things will change! It's a NEW SEASON!

·         People of God, if you have a pastor and/or spiritual leader, that person should be a resource for you. If every time the enemy attacks, you have to call someone else, there is a problem. Don't tax to anointing on others only to run back to the abuse from which you desired to be healed. It's a NEW SEASON!

·         Don't judge others by their pasts. It's amazing how God will use that very thing to make them great! God can redeem others, just as He's redeemed you. The latter shall be greater... It's a NEW SEASON!

·         Pastors, don't be discouraged. If you have given your all, but been trampled upon, GIVE MORE! If you have prayed and cried, only to watch them turn away from God, PRAY MORE! It's a NEW SEASON!

·         If you don't want the truth, don't ask a prophet! "Am I therefore become your enemy, because I tell you the truth?" Galatians 4:16.

·         PROPHETS, let me help you as I help myself. You are called to speak as God unctions you to speak. The truth of the mind and heart of God often includes correction. Just because a word is sharp doesn't mean it is "without love." Loving God's people means telling the truth. Where in the Bible was a prophet ever called to preach only words of inspiration, wealth and celebration? Selah.

·         DO NOT FEAR! This is the season for God's people to stand up in the power of the Holy Ghost. When you serve the true and living God, there is no reason to fear anyone or anything else. Don't be weak. Don't back down. STAND! Psalm 127

·         Wow! Garner has an American Idol. This town is on fire. I'm excited for him, because he's a nice, decent, Christian young man. Now, what if we could get a whole town this excited about Jesus??!! Not trying to damper a good night... I'm just saying!

·         God requires excellence in worship and ministry. Never give Him anything less than your BEST. Excellence is the fruit of a fine balance between trusting God and giving God the ability to trust you. Amen.

·         JESUS... That's my final answer!

I pray something here will encourage your spirit and refocus your mind!  If you enjoy these inspirational thoughts, connect to me via Facebook (ProphetJoy) and Twitter (ProphetJoy).