“Take heed, watch and pray, for you do not know when the time is.” Mark 13:33
In the summer of 2011 the Lord gave me a prophetic word to speak to the church. Now, two years later, much of it comes back to me again. I believe it is a timely alert.
“The Holy Spirit speaks now to us, the Church, to prepare for persecution. It will purify our hearts from the love of the world. Persecution will force us into a greater love for Jesus and for those who perish around us. A spiritual awakening comes as a persecuted church is purified and demonstrates the power of God's love
Hard times are ahead. Anger and confusion will create havoc all around us. Violence against those who love God will continue to increase worldwide. Many will suffer with terror.
Be on alert and watchful. A wall of darkness moves from Europe across the world. The darkness conceals an evil force of destruction. It is not formless, but constructed, organized evil shaped to destroy. The impact will be felt by everyone, but none will understand what has happened. It will shake every system to the core. No one will know what to do; no one, except the praying people of God.
This is a call to every Christian to be prepared. Be cleansed of self, not preoccupied with our own small struggles, but fully awake and sensitive to the needs of those around us. Allow our hearts to be suffused with God's love. Minister compassion to the terrified and suffering. There will be many, many people everywhere in distress. This can be the hour for the church Jesus builds to outlast the powers of darkness. The Holy Spirit calls us to watch and pray, repent. We must love our enemies, bless those who curse us, return good for evil.“
Today are you fearful, even in reading these words? His peace will be with you and your destiny is secure. As Philippians 1:27-28 says "...stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel, and not in any way terrified by your adversaries,..."
Prepare by Prayer: Prepare spiritually with repentance. Pour out your confession and give your fear to Him. Be filled with the Spirit and faith.
Times of trouble call us to be honest and humble, bold, brave and aggressive.“
Prayer: Lord, Keep me alert, ready for your coming. Show me how the enemy seeks to turn everyone against each other. Arm me with your love and prepare my heart to give it to others. Protect me by your cleansing blood. In Jesus Name. Amen
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