For the last few nights, the Lord has given me a
number of dreams all dealing with worldly deception coming from within the
institutionalized church. Rather than sharing the details of each, I’ll share
some of the first two, as these are the ones that resonates the most.
The 1st Dream
I was invited to the prophetic and apostolic ordination
of a church leader that I know. I happen not to agree with the doctrine and
practices of this woman in leadership, so I was very surprised that I was even
invited. I was even more surprised when I was invited to actually facilitate the
service, alongside her husband, and lay hands on her. I cordially declined the
invitation, but then found myself in the service. I had no idea how I ended up
there, and didn’t want to be. I was dressed in lots of vestments, which I never
wear, standing on a stage with this lady standing in front of me.
I prayed within myself, telling God that I didn’t
understand what was happening. I asked Him to give me the words and vowed to
preach the truth since I suddenly had an audience of hundreds. I was given the
microphone and began to share the truth of God’s Word. Unfortunately, I was
saying one thing, but another was coming out. I was extremely frustrated. I was
saying, “repent”, but out of my mouth came “give honor to this great and mighty
woman of God.” Inwardly, I was crying out to God. I couldn’t understand what
was happening. The people were clapping, shouting and jumping around. I was
heartbroken and confused.
At some point, it was time to lay hands on the
candidate. I turned to walk away, determined not to participate. Yet, my hands touched
her head and pushed her down to the ground, giving the appearance that she’d
received some impartation from me and that I’d affirmed this lady as an apostle
and prophet.
I woke up.
The warning from this dream, among other things,
includes:
§ We must be extremely careful of our connections
and our location in this season. The world is misinterpreting and
misunderstanding many messages being sent out from the Sent Ones. They are
seeing and hearing that which confirms what they desire to do. So, our
audiences must be strategic and pointed. We must be careful, as many are “stealing”
validation from those who truly walk in relationship with God.
The 2nd Dream
At some point, a government official came to my
home and insisted that I come with him. He was very pleasant and explained that
with all the world’s troubles, there was an effort to gather all the apostles
and prophets to pray and strategize on how our country might be saved. I agreed
to go, as he explained the desperation that was being felt and the fact that
this country needs God.
When I arrived at what I thought would be some
sort of official meeting, I got out of the car that was sent for me and looked
at a huge, immaculately decorated building. Immediately, I was nervous. I knew something
wasn’t right, though I couldn’t put my finger on what it was. The number of
people was astounding. I desperately looked over the crowd and spotted a
familiar face – a very dear friend that I often call my Sister Prophet. She and
I embraced, and I could tell by the look on her face that she too was growing
skeptical. We were given what looked like the typical church conference badge
and asked to enter the building.
As we entered the great hall, I remember fearing
that we were being tricked, just as the Jewish people were, into entering a gas
chamber. We knew we’d entered some sort of spiritual concentration camp set up
by the government, but couldn’t articulate why or how. I was relieved when we
walked the long hall, decorated with gold, to ultimate find ourselves in a huge
auditorium. There was a worship band on stage, and we found some empty seats
about 20-30 rows up from center stage.
We tried to participate in worship and we
anxiously looked around. We whispered at one another, noticing that something
was just strange. We were skeptical as a preacher walked on stage and asked
that we all have our seats. He began to preach a message about unity and love.
While it was scripturally sound, his message did not agree with my sister or
me. We were troubled in our spirit. In the dream, it was obvious that we stayed
within this facility, some sort of luxury hotel, for a number of weeks. During
that time, it was explained that we’d been drafted for a new reality show – The
Biggest Loser, the Spiritual Version. The show, as they explained, was to “soften”
the American public to God’s most powerful spiritual people by exhibiting our
weaknesses. In this case, everyone chosen was full of authority and power with
signs following, but struggled with discipline in the flesh, particularly in
regard to food.
Suddenly, I was embarrassed. The world recognized
my anointing, but also that I struggle with weight and overeating. I felt
completely humiliated. My Sister Prophet grew angry as we briefed on our new
diet and exercise programs. I remember thinking that if they could help me
control my weight, there would be nothing I couldn’t do for God. I began trying
to look for a positive in what was obviously a terrible situation.
After a few weeks on the program, both Sister
Prophet and I had lost quite a bit of weight. We were brought into the
auditorium for the weekly taping and were told that we had a special surprise
coming – our friends and family would join us for the taping. We were exciting
to see our friends, family and church families. Then, the announcer changed the
tone of his voice. He asked the guests in the audience if they were ready for a
surprise. “It’s now time for EXPOSURE”, he said. To my horror, he called out
the name of my Sister Prophet as well as my own. He began reading off all the
things we’d done in the past and argued that if we couldn’t control our weight,
certainly we weren’t delivered from the fornication, lying or any other sin we’d
committed in the past. Then, on live television, he began to challenge our
family and friends by asking them pointed questions. “Did she or didn’t she?” I
grew angry as they questioned my children and my husband.
As we looked on in disbelief, my Sister Prophet
and I noticed that event those in the audience were not able to see or speak
spiritually once they entered the auditorium. Somehow we knew that when the cameras
began rolling, discernment was killed. With the entertainment came death. Ultimately,
they began cuffing us and escorting us out on unfounded charges. My Sister
Prophet went first. I tried to fight as they pulled her away, but she quieted
me. She told me not to worry. She told me we had to go, and possibly die, because
they knew we could see, despite their efforts.
I woke up from the dream.
After a few days of praying and meditating over
that dream, I’ve received a number of warnings from the Father. In summary,
§ God’s people must be cautious about mixing
culture and the prophetic or anything else sacred. Our gifts are for the
Church, the Body of Christ. We are not spiritually equipped for worldly gain.
§ Understand that Satan’s Kingdom will NEVER
sanction or support the Kingdom of God. In this season, we MUST pick a side.
Unity is not the answer to every issue, particularly when such unity would
require the joining of the dark with light. Such a union is contrary to the
Word of God. It cannot happen.
§ The redeemed of the Lord must be sure in who they
are. Are you truly born again? If so, don’t allow the enemy or anyone else to
judge your past. Too many are still living in guilt because they have not fully
embraced the righteousness of God. Without faith, it’s impossible to please
Him. Without faith, it’s impossible to move forward.
§ Not every gathering of prophets, apostles or
believers is of God. Many are merely cultural expressions of Satan’s
gatherings, disguised as convocations, conclaves, etc. Kingdoms have
distinguished borders. Beware of anything that attempts to merge or blur the
lines between the world and the Church of Jesus Christ, Messiah. It may look like church, but is it drawing
people to Christ or flesh?
Watch and pray! Deception is active.
