Words from the Lord: "You are not a victim, but a victor!"

The Lord says: 

"Whatever 'storm' you may be facing at the moment, be it in your workplace, in the ministry, or in any area of your life, look to Me and find your rest in Me. Be at rest in the midst of all these 'storms'. Fear not and be anxious not. For I am the Lord who watches over you, and I am the Lord who knows how to defend you and fight for you. The battle is not yours, but the battle is Mine. I see differently from how this world sees, and I am causing you to see how I see in this time and season. My ways are higher. Declare and receive your victory by faith right now. You shall see this come to pass." 

Beloved, whatever 'storm' or situation you may be facing at the moment, the Lord wants you to see yourself not as a victim, but a victor! 

Let's go to 2 Chronicles 20 now. This is regarding Jehoshaphat, and how he saw a victory, a restful victory, in line with what the Lord has spoken today. 

At that time, the people of Ammon, Moab, and Edom came to battle against Jehoshaphat and the nation of Judah. You can say the enemies 'ganged up' against Jehoshaphat.

We have talked about Jehoshaphat not too long ago. But today we shall focus on this person named Jahaziel. Who was Jahaziel? What is the significance of this name 'Jahaziel' in Jehoshaphat's time? How does it relate to your situation now? This is what we are going to look at today. 

To start off with, let's go to 2 Chronicles 20:5-6. Here, Jehoshaphat stood before the community of Judah and Jerusalem, and he prayed, "O Lord, God of our ancestors, You alone are the God who is in heaven. You are ruler of all the kingdoms of the earth. You are powerful and mighty. No one can stand against You!" 

In 2 Chronicles 20:10-12, Jehoshaphat prayed further, "Now see what the armies of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir are doing... For they have come to throw us out of Your land, which You gave us as an inheritance. O our God, won't You stop them? We do not know what to do, but we are looking to You for help." 

Here, you see the Ammonites, the Moabites, and the Edomites all 'ganged up' against Jehoshaphat and the people of the Lord. By the way, Mount Seir was part of the kingdom of Edom at that time. 

What did Jehoshaphat do? Jehoshaphat looked to the Lord for help. He did not turn to the left or to the right, but he turned to the Lord. 

Now, here is our focus today: Jahaziel. 

As Jehoshaphat and the people of the Lord began to seek the Lord and look to the Lord, the Lord used this person named Jahaziel in their midst to speak to them. 

2 Chronicles 20:13-15 says, 'As all the men of Judah stood before the Lord with their little ones, wives, and children, the Spirit of the Lord came upon one of the men standing there. His name was Jahaziel... He said, "Listen, all you people of Judah and Jerusalem! Listen, King Jehoshaphat! This is what the Lord says: Do not be afraid! Don't be discouraged by this mighty army, for the battle is not yours, but God's."'

In 2 Chronicles 20:16-17, Jahaziel said further, "Tomorrow march out against them... But you will not even need to fight. Take your positions; then stand still and watch the Lord's victory. He is with you... Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out against them tomorrow, for the Lord is with you!" 

Notice the word 'still' here? Yes, indeed, be still and know that He is God (Psalm 46:10). The word 'still' in the context here can mean 'to cease (from anxiety or worry)', or 'to let (God be God)'. In other words, to allow Him to take over, and to find your rest in Him. 

Now, this is not about defeatism. In fact, it's the opposite. This is not about being lazy. But it's about letting God take over. This is not about not doing anything. But it's about trusting the Lord. And you know what? The rest is history. All these words spoken by Jahaziel came to pass. Jehoshaphat saw a great victory right before his eyes. Not in the ways of man, of course. But in God's supernatural ways. Even in ways human minds cannot conceive.

The name 'Jahaziel' is interesting. It is 'Yakhaz El' in Hebrew. It can mean 'God sees, God looks, God beholds'. Hallelujah! In other words, God is looking at you, God is watching over you, and God is overseeing your situation. In fact, God is beholding you! 

Just like in the days of Jehoshaphat, the Lord is still in control in your situation right now. He will never be out of control in your life. Always remember this. He has done it before. He will do it again. As long as you keep looking to Him and putting your trust in Him, and as long as you do not walk out on Him, you shall see your victory and breakthrough! 

Therefore, let go of whatever restlessness, anxiety, worry, or struggle to the Lord. He understands what you are going through, and He cares for you. 

Maybe you are facing a difficult situation in your workplace right now. Maybe it is in your organization. Maybe it is in the ministry. Maybe some people try to smear your reputation and good name. Maybe you have been falsely accused of something. Whatever it may be, surrender your situation to the Lord. 

Even if no one on earth understands you, the Lord understands exactly and knows exactly what you are going through at the moment. He will know how to stand up for you, defend you, and even fight for you. That's exactly what He did for Jehoshaphat those days. Watch how the Lord 'set ambushes' against all those who 'gang up' against you. Watch how the Lord 'undo' those who seek your downfall. Watch how the Lord 'undo' those who seek to destroy you or destroy your reputation.

Let's move on to the New Testament now, and look at Jesus Himself. 

The truth is if you have Jesus, you have this rest and shalom peace inside you, no matter what 'storm' or challenge you may be facing at the moment. Do you notice Jesus never panicked while He was on earth? He never panicked or get anxious even when faced with the fiercest resistance or opposition. You know why? Because He is the Yahweh Shalom. He is The Lord Who Is Peace. And if you have Him in your life, this peace lives in you. 

What's your part? Your part is to allow Him to take over those 'storms'. Your part is to let Him keep filling you with His shalom peace. With this shalom peace in you, I tell you what, the enemy cannot touch you. Where's the proof? 

1 John 5:18 says so. I read from New Living Translation here. 'We know that God's children do not make a practice of sinning, for God's Son holds them securely, and the evil one cannot touch them.' 

Notice "God's Son" here. That's Jesus. God manifested in the flesh. He holds you securely, and you are safe in His hands. In fact, your future is safe in His hands. No matter what the 'storm' may be around you, or whatever happens in this world, in Christ, you are deeply and firmly secured in Him. He is the One who covers you. He is the One who protects you. He is the One who watches over you. Amen! 

The word 'touch' here in 1 John 5:18 is interesting.  It is 'haptomai' in Greek. It can mean 'to set fire on something' or 'to deliberately cause something to burn'. 

Maybe the enemy is trying to "set fire" on your works. Maybe the enemy is trying to "deliberately cause the works of your hands to be burned". The enemy doesn't want you to see good success. The enemy doesn't want you to rise up to be who God wants you to be. Now, we are not fighting flesh and blood. But these may be spiritual forces of darkness. And sometimes these spiritual forces of darkness can use human beings to do that against you. 

The word 'touch' or 'haptomai' here can also mean 'to drive a wedge in your life'. What is 'to drive a wedge'? 'To drive a wedge' in this context is 'to cause your life or your situation to fall apart', or 'to cause your good relationship with someone important in your life to fall apart'. 

The word 'touch' can also mean 'to cause a fight or trouble in your life'. When the Lord is causing you to rise up, or when you are on the way to fulfill your destiny, the enemy may try to cause trouble. But fear not, beloved. You know why? Because 1 John 5:18 says, 'The evil one cannot touch you'. But you've got to believe this. Believing, you shall receive. 

Always remember that the Lord who is in you is greater than he that is in this world (1 John 4:4). As I was praying for someone recently, I saw a shield, a light shining over the person. And the arrows sent by the enemy cannot touch that person. So, I want to believe the same for you too. There's a shield over you. The arrows or the darts of the enemy cannot touch you. Because the Lord is with you. As long as you keep looking to the Lord, He will be with you. 

We shall end this message with Luke 10:19. Jesus says, "Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you." 

Serpents and scorpions here are 'pictures' of the power of the enemy (or the work of the enemy) against you. This can bite. This can sting. This can poison you. But because you have the authority from the Lord, and because you have this anointing from the Lord, nothing shall by any means hurt you. 

What are the enemies in your life? Whatever these are, Jesus has promised that He has given you this authority over all the power of the enemy. Not 'some' of the power. But 'all' the power of the enemy. 'All' means 'all' here. He means what He says. Let's take Him at His Word. 

The Lord says, "Release this message in this time and season." Because He wants to release His anointing and authority upon you. Yes, even the anointing for the supernatural. Receive by faith. Amen!

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How to walk in supernatural health?

There are 5 points to how you can walk in supernatural health:

1. Keep your connection with heaven

Isaiah 26:3 says, 'You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.' 

2. Know your freedom in Christ

2 Corinthians 3:17 says, 'Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.'

3. Live a life of forgiveness

Ephesians 1:7 says, 'In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace.'

Luke 23:34 says, 'Then Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do."'

4. Live a lifestyle of Jesus

Mark 1:35 says, 'Now in the morning, having risen a long while before daylight, He went out and departed to a solitary place; and there He prayed.'

Deuteronomy 5:33 says, 'You shall walk in all the ways which the Lord your God has commanded you, that you may live and that it may be well with you, and that you may prolong your days in the land which you shall possess.'

5. Enter Daniel's fast

Daniel 1:8 says, 'But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king's delicacies, nor with the wine which he drank; therefore he requested of the chief of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself.'

Daniel 1:11-13 says, 'So Daniel said to the steward whom the chief of the eunuchs had set over Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, "Please test your servants for ten days, and let them give us vegetables to eat and water to drink. Then let our appearance be examined before you, and the appearance of the young men who eat the portion of the king's delicacies; and as you see fit, so deal with your servants."'

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Receive the impartation of supernatural wisdom!

We are still in this series of outlook for the year 2022 and showing you what you can expect to receive for this year 2022. 

The Lord says: "There'll be a new assignment for many of My people this year. Remember Proverbs 22 for this year 2022. Meditate on this Proverbs 22. Build your life around all that's been written in Proverbs 22, and you'll see greater blessings and increase in your life this year."

The Lord says further: "This is the year I am releasing supernatural wisdom upon My people who look to Me and seek Me. Receive the wisdom you need for 2022, because this is a pivotal year for many!" 

Beloved of God, wherever you are right now, the Lord is releasing His supernatural wisdom upon you! Receive by faith! This wisdom from heaven is infinitely greater than human wisdom that is finite. 

The Lord is also saying this year 2022 is going to be a pivotal year for many. I believe this is a year He is getting you ready for the greater blessings and increase, and even transfer of wealth that you have not imagined can happen to you, if you look to Him and seek Him. 

Now, back to our topic today. What is wisdom? I know there are many definitions of wisdom. In fact, I've taught you many times about the definition of wisdom from the Bible. But recently, as I was praying in the spirit, the Lord taught me Himself about what is wisdom. He taught me that 'wisdom' is 'doing what He says, even when the world or man thinks it is foolishness'. Now, that's how He taught me how to see wisdom! It means even if the world or man thinks that it is foolishness in what you are doing, eventually they will see wisdom in it. Because when you do what He says, you are blessed!

One example is Jesus Himself. It seemed foolishness to many people why Jesus gave Himself up to die on the cross. People were asking why didn't He save Himself? After all, He is the Savior! And He is the Son of God! He could have saved Himself! But why didn't He show His glory and show to the world that He is indeed the Son of God at that time? Instead, He went through the agony at the cross. He then died, was buried, and on the third day, He arose again. You know the whole story! But that's how He 'checkmated' the devil! So, what initially seemed foolish to man, eventually many began to see wisdom in what He did! 

1 Corinthians 1:27-28 (NLT) says, 'Instead, God chose things the world considers foolish in order to shame those who think they are wise. And He chose things that are powerless to shame those who are powerful. God chose things despised by the world, things counted as nothing at all, and used them to bring to nothing what the world considers important.' 

1 Corinthians 1:18-19 (NLT) says, 'The message of the cross is foolish to those who are headed for destruction! But we who are being saved know it is the very power of God. As the Scriptures say, "I will destroy the wisdom of the wise and discard the intelligence of the intelligent."' 

1 Corinthians 1:20-22 (NLT) says, 'So where does this leave the philosophers, the scholars, and the world's brilliant debaters? God has made the wisdom of this world look foolish. Since God in His wisdom saw to it that the world would never know Him through human wisdom, He has used our foolish preaching to save those who believe. It is foolish to the Jews, who ask for signs from heaven. And it is foolish to the Greeks, who seek human wisdom.' 

By now, you would've already known that this year is the beginning of a major shift and major shaking in this world, especially in the economic arena. But fear not! Because God is releasing His supernatural wisdom to those who look to Him and seek Him! He will know how to show you a way to prosper and thrive even in the midst of the economic turbulences. 

As a matter of fact, everyone of us has a specific blueprint from the Lord. So, look to the Lord and seek the Lord for your specific blueprint in your life. Walk in it faithfully, in spite of what people may say against you or about you. They may say you are foolish. They may say all kinds of things against you. But keep your focus on the Lord. As you walk faithfully in all that you know the Lord has spoken to you, people will eventually see the wisdom in it, even if they see it as foolish at the moment. 

1 Corinthians 1:23-25 (NLT) says, 'So when we preach that Christ was crucified, the Jews are offended and the Gentiles say it's all nonsense. But to those called by God to salvation, both Jews and Gentiles, Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God. This foolish plan of God is wiser than the wisest of human plans, and God's weakness is stronger than the greatest of human strength.' 

Many people who do not believe in Christ and who doubt the authenticity of the Word of God would say, "How can God be foolish? How can God be weak?" They miss the point here. God is not saying that He is weak. God is not saying that He is foolish. But He is saying even if it is a foolish plan of God, it is still wiser than the wisest of human plans. And even if God has weakness, even that weakness is stronger than the greatest of human strength! That's the correct interpretation of this verse here.

Indeed our Lord God Almighty is perfect in all His ways, and He is strong in every way. He is indeed not foolish, and neither is He weak. He is a Mighty God, and He triumphs over every plot, conspiracy, plan, and trickery of the enemy. He has the final say and the final victory. And in Christ, you have this final victory too! 

The Lord spoke about the book of Proverbs just now. So, what is the definition of 'Proverbs' here? It is 'mashal' in Hebrew, and it simply means 'a parable or a sentence of wisdom'. If you look at the dictionary in English, this word can be defined as 'a short, well-known saying (phrase or sentence), stating a general truth or a piece of advice'. It can also be defined as 'a brief saying that gives good advice about life or that expresses what is wise and true'.

So, beloved of God, if there's any book in the Bible that you want to focus on as you start this year 2022, I would say it's the whole book of Proverbs! 

But today the Lord has also mentioned Proverbs 22 specifically. Somehow the Lord planned it this way: Proverbs 22 for the year 2022! Now, this is not a cliche, this is not a slogan, but this is what the Lord has spoken: Read Proverbs 22. Build your life around Proverbs 22, and you are going to see greater blessings and increase this year 2022! So, as for me and my house, we are going to meditate on the whole of Proverbs 22 as we start the year right! It indeed contains lots and lots of divine wisdom that you need for this year!

At the time of this writing, there are three verses in Proverbs 22 that the Lord brought me to special attention. 

First, it's Proverbs 22:11. It says, 'He who loves purity of heart and has grace on his lips, the king will be his friend.' 

The 'king' here can mean those who are in authority, the government, or the decision-makers. For many of you, the Lord is going to use you to influence the many decision-makers, wherever you are. Maybe you yourself are a key decision-maker in your city, in your nation, in your organization, or in your company. This is your time to receive His divine wisdom, and some of this wisdom cannot be found through textbooks. But these are the wisdom that have been released from heaven directly to you. And there are two keys here. The first one is to continue to have a pure and innocent heart before the Lord. And the second one is not to be too quick to condemn or judge others. Because when one finger points at people, three fingers point back! So, let this year be a year that God anoint your lips to speak blessings and not curse. And you are going to see some good changes according to God's perfect will. Amen! 

Second, it's Proverbs 22:1. It says, 'A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, loving favor rather than silver and gold.' 

You know what this means? When you work on a good name for yourself and when you love favor of God more than great riches, silver and gold, you will not need to worry! Because all these material things will somehow come running to you! The Lord will know how to make things happen for you, and He will know how to set up divine appointments to prosper you! 

I hope you don't mind me writing this, but in the recent years, we cannot deny there's been quite a lot of "trust issues" that non-believers have against Christians generally. Maybe it's due to not-so-good testimonies of some Christians that caused non-Christians to not believe in Christians anymore. Maybe it's a bad character, personality, or attitude of certain Christians that caused non-Christians (or even relatives and friends who are non-believers) to not trust all that Christians say anymore. Maybe it's due to issues of integrity. Maybe it's due to scandals in church in various places. Or maybe even prophecies that have been spoken never come to pass at a certain timeline that certain prophets have said will come to pass. So, all these can be factors that caused non-Christians to not believe or trust Christians anymore. This is indeed a time of soul-searching and humbling of ourselves. But blessed are we if we do. Because that's how the Lord is going to turn things around, and many non-believers will begin to see the glory of the Lord so real - and they will not be able to deny it anymore!

Third, it's Proverbs 22:10. It says, 'Cast out the scoffer, and contention will leave; Yes, strife and reproach will cease.' 

This is the year to be bold to cut off, or even shut off your ears and shut off your eyes from the naysayers, the scoffers, and those who cannot understand what God is doing in your life. I'm not saying that you condemn them. But you pray for them. You pray for their spiritual eyes to be enlightened. Yet you are to focus on all that God has spoken for you to be and to do this year. Do not allow yourself to be diverted, discouraged, or distracted by all the 'noises' that you hear in the world. But stay focused on the Word of God! Stay focused on what God has spoken to you this year! And that's how you are going to see greater blessings and increase in your life, and you are going to be like a tree that bears good fruits this year! 

In conclusion, this is the third week of the outlook for year 2022 that the Lord has spoken through this ministry. Indeed, He has been speaking - line upon line, precept upon precept, here a little, there a little - but it's a complete picture by now. Thanks be to God! 

But for you today, the Lord wants you to just open your heart to receive His supernatural wisdom from heaven. Right now, there's an impartation of His supernatural wisdom being released upon you and upon all that you put your hands to do. He will give you the wisdom that's going to even confound those who are smart in their own eyes. 

Last but not least, the Lord will give you the peace, and the Lord will give you the revelation for you to do the right thing! 

So, I want to pray for you right now that you will be led by the Spirit of the Lord always to be at the right place, at the right time, doing the right things, saying the right things, and making the right decisions that will propel you towards the realm of greater blessings and increase this year. Amen! Hallelujah!

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How to prepare for inflation supernaturally?

Words from the Lord: 

"Fear not, My people, when you hear about inflation that's coming! Look to Me, and I will know how to lead you and guide you all the way. For I am declaring upon you that you are like the tree that continues to bear fruits and your leaves shall not wither. When I work, no one can reverse it." 

Further words from the Lord: 

"Look to Me even for the supernatural transfer of wealth that's coming upon you. For those who continuously seek Me and find refuge in Me, I will open the way, even in ways that cannot be imagined by those who are of this world." 

Remember this, people of God, you are in this world, but you are not of this world. You are of Christ, you are of God, the Most High God, the El Shaddai, the Almighty God, the God who knows how to provide, and provide real good for you! 

So, be rest assured even in a time like this, because as you continue to seek Him, put all your trust in Him, and find refuge in Him, He will know how to shield you and cover you, and He will know how to cause you to thrive and prosper! 

This is what Jeremiah 17:7-8 (NKJV) says, 'Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, and whose hope is the Lord. For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, which spreads out its roots by the river, and will not fear when heat comes; But its leaf will be green, and will not be anxious in the year of drought, nor will cease from yielding fruit.' 

Isaiah 43:13 (NKJV) says, 'Indeed before the day was, I am He; And there is no one who can deliver out of My hand; I work, and who will reverse it?' 

Here, the Lord says when He works in your life, no one or no evil can reverse it. All that the Lord works in your life, He will know how to accomplish it. Indeed, the good work that He has begun in you, He will know how to bring to full completion. Hallelujah! 

How to prepare for inflation supernaturally?

Before that, let's define what is 'inflation'. In economic terms, and in the most basic way of defining it, 'inflation' means 'a general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money'. You know it has come. For some places, to a greater extent; and for some places, to a lesser extent. And for different kinds of goods and services as well. 

But here's a question. Whatever the economic 'heat' or economic 'shaking', are you going to thrive, or are you going to suffer? I pray that you are going to thrive, no matter what happens. Why? Because the Lord has spoken today that you will be like a tree that is planted by the waters, and your leaves will not wither, and you will bear fruits continuously. You will not fear even when there's 'heat', economic 'heat', because you have the El Shaddai, the YHWH YIREH, the Lord God who knows how to protect you and provide for you! I declare this upon you, in Jesus' name. Amen! 

Speaking of 'inflation', does the Bible actually mention about 'inflation'? 

The answer is yes. 

Haggai 1:6-7 (NKJV) says, "You have sown much, and bring in little; You eat, but do not have enough; You drink, but you are not filled with drink; You clothe yourselves, but no one is warm; And he who earns wages, earns wages to put into a bag with holes." 

Let not you be one of these people mentioned here. Why? Because you have put your trust in the Lord your God! 

And then in Revelation 6:5-6 (NKJV), John wrote, 'When He (the Lamb of God) opened the third seal, I heard the third living creature say, "Come and see." So I looked, and behold, a black horse, and he who sat on it had a pair of scales in his hand. And I heard a voice in the midst of the four living creatures saying, "A quart of wheat for a denarius, and three quarts of barley for a denarius; and do not harm the oil and the wine."' 

Of course the question here is, 'Has this seal been opened yet as of now?' The answer is no. But we are currently experiencing a 'foretaste' of what's written in these verses. 

Let me explain to you what it means by 'a pair of scales', 'a quart of wheat', and 'a denarius'.

'A pair of scales' here speaks of 'the need to measure and ration food carefully'. It is a 'picture' of scarcity of food or resources on earth. 

How about 'a quart of wheat for a denarius' and 'three quarts of barley for a denarius'? 

A quart is equivalent to 4 cups, whereas a denarius is equivalent to a day's wage for common people. 

In other words, 'a quart of wheat for a denarius' means a day's wage can only buy 4 cups of wheat! Okay, maybe barley is cheaper. But still, these prices mentioned here is about 10 to 12 times higher than normal! Simply put it in layman's terms, a loaf of bread can cost 10 to 12 times higher than now! 

But as the Lord has spoken just now, fear not! Because the Lord will know how to multiply your resources. And the Lord will know how to transfer wealth supernaturally to you, as long as you seek Him and obey His voice. Amen! 

And then it says 'do not harm the oil and the wine'. These are 'pictures' of nicer things. For the rich, they can afford all the nicer things, yet for the poor, they don't even have enough to eat day by day. Speaking of inequality in this world! 

But beloved of God, as far as you are concerned, even if a loaf of bread costs 10 to 12 times more than now, fear not! Because the Lord will still know how to provide for you, multiply your resources, and even prosper you! Now I want you to believe for this. Later, I'm going to share with you a verse that you can ask God to send you prosperity. 

You see, prosperity doesn't have to be evil. Yes, the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. But money in itself is just a medium of exchange. You can use money or whatever resources God has given to you to glorify God. How can you glorify God when you are begging people for food or begging people for even clothing? That doesn't bring glory to God! But you bring glory to God when you have more than enough, so much so you can bless others, and bless those who are in need! 

5 keys on how to prepare for inflation supernaturally:

Number 1: Seek the Lord faithfully

Isaiah 55:6-7 (NKJV) says, 'Seek the Lord while He may be found, call upon Him while He is near. Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts; Let him return to the Lord, and He will have mercy on him; And to our God, for He will abundantly pardon.' 

You and your household, the whole family, seek the Lord! He will give you ideas and guidance on how to manage your business, your career, your profession, your ministry, and even your portfolio of assets. He can show you how to diversify your assets - what percentage for this type of asset, and what percentage for that type of asset. For different people in different situation, God may speak to them differently. But your part is to seek Him, and He will know how to show you the way to hedge yourself and shield yourself from the effect of the 'heat' of inflation. Not just that, He will even show you the way to thrive and prosper even in a time of economic 'heat' or economic 'shaking'! 

Number 2: Find refuge in the Lord

Psalm 9:8-10 (NKJV) says, 'He shall judge the world in righteousness, and He shall administer judgment for the peoples in uprightness. The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. And those who know Your name will put their trust in You; For You, Lord, have not forsaken those who seek You.' 

Enter the presence of the Lord. Invite Him into your household. Invite Him into your family. Let Him dwell in your household. And fear not, because the Lord has promised that He will be a refuge to you. Amen! 

Number 3: Draw near to God in humility and submission

James 4:6-8 (NKJV) says, 'But He gives more grace. Therefore He says: "God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble." Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.' 

In submission to Him, in humility before Him, and in your worship before Him, that's how God gives you grace (i.e. His ability and supply for you). And as you praise Him, He is enthroned, He is made King. When He is made King in your life and over your situation, whatever He does, no evil can reverse it, no systems of this world can reverse it, and no one in this world will be able to reverse it! 

Number 4: Ask and receive God's healing and miracles

This includes healing in your finance, especially for those of you who need such healing after the impact of the past one or two years of pandemic. Or you can ask for miracle in your finance, if you need a breakthrough and miracle in your finance. 

Psalm 118:23-26 (NKJV) says, 'This was the Lord's doing; It is marvelous in our eyes. This is the day the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it. Save now, I pray, O Lord; O Lord, I pray, send now prosperity. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! We have blessed you from the house of the Lord.' 

You can ask God, "God, save me from being drowned in this fallen world!" 'Save' here is 'yasha' in Hebrew, and it can also mean 'deliver' or 'heal'. Ask God to heal and recover whatever that you have lost. 

You can ask God to send you prosperity. This verse says so. Of course, you can also ask God for the wisdom to multiply your resources as well. Yes, even if you are a retiree! 

Now this is interesting. The word 'prosperity' here is 'tsalach' in Hebrew. 

It can mean any of these: 

- to cause to prosper 

- to be profitable

- to come forth mightily 

- to push forward (or advance) 

- to break forth (or breakthrough)

You see, the Lord wants you to prosper, the Lord wants you to profit (as long as it is done in His way), the Lord wants you to come forth mightily, the Lord wants you to advance, and the Lord wants you to see your breakthrough. Because all these bring glory to the Lord! 

In fact, the Lord is preparing you for the supernatural transfer of wealth that's coming! Yes, even in ways that cannot be imagined by the people of this world, those who are in the Babylonian systems (i.e. the man-made ways) of this world. 

For the people in this world who do not walk with God, they may have good ideas on how to advance in their lives or prosper in their lives. But good ideas may not necessarily mean God's ideas. 

But as for you, you flow with God's ideas, because God's ideas are far greater than good ideas of man. 

God can give you the ideas, and as you receive and work on it, the Lord will know how to bless your hands, and the Lord will know how to cause you to thrive. In fact, the Lord will know how to cause you to be set free from whatever that the world tries to trap you or put a snare on you! 

Number 5: Ask and receive God's protection and covering

This is important, especially nowadays, as we see a lot of scams, conmen, cheats, or bogus people. In other words, a lot of traps and snares in this world. But fear not, because Psalm 91:3-6 (NKJV) says, 'Surely He (the Lord) shall deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the perilous pestilence. He shall cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you shall take refuge; His truth shall be your shield and buckler. You shall not be afraid of the terror by night, nor of the arrow that flies by day, nor of the pestilence that walks in darkness, nor of the destruction that lays waste at noonday.' 

As you look to the Lord, He will know how to shield you from scams, conmen, bogus people, thieves, burglars, and even witchcraft, whether day or night. His protection is all-surrounding. And He has sent His angels to you to be your 'bodyguards' as well. 

And of course, you can trust Him to give you the wisdom - to know what to do, and what not to do in your life; or how to go about, and how not to go about in certain areas. He will know how to lead you and guide you step by step. Indeed, the steps of a good man (or a good woman) are ordered, appointed, and established by the Lord! 

So that's why fear not! 

Prayer: "O Lord God, we thank You for Your words today. You have declared upon us that we are like the trees that continue to bear fruits and our leaves shall not wither. And when You work, no one can reverse it! You have spoken to us not to be afraid, but to continue to look to You, even for the supernatural transfer of wealth that's coming upon us. And for us who continuously seek You and find refuge in You, we thank You in advance that You will open the way, even in ways that cannot be imagined by those who are of this world. We are of You, O Lord God, and therefore we receive our resources and our provision from You. In the name of Jesus. Amen."

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Walking in heavenly economy

The Lord says,

"It is time to teach My people to walk in heavenly economy! For I am decreeing that My people will never lack any good thing, even in times like these! My people, do not be enslaved by what the world has taught you! You are in the world, but you are not of the world! This is your time to be set free from your bondages, whatever these may be, even the bondages of the Babylonian system!"

- What if I say God can give you supernatural wisdom to walk in heavenly economy on earth?
- What if I say God can supernaturally open doors for you, such that no one can shut?

Sounds 'out-of-the-world', right? But this is possible. After all, the Word of God is supernatural! And we as believers in the Word of God should be likewise! Because we may be in the world, but we are not of the world! (John 17:14-15)

All these can begin to happen when you have a renewed mind (i.e. change of mindset) to see how God sees, not how man sees!

In Matthew 6:9-11 (NKJV), Jesus taught us, "In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread..." In Romans 12:2 (NKJV), apostle Paul wrote, 'And do not be conformed to (the pattern of) this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God'.

Now, the word 'will' here (same Greek word for the verses above) is 'thelema' in Greek, and it can mean 'purpose, desire, mandate, determine, decree (i.e. order or command)'. Watch the word 'decree' here! You see? It isn't just His desire be done 'on earth as it is in heaven', but His decree, order, command be done! Wow, these are very strong words! That's to say He is determined to make it happen! Make what happen? His kingdom come on earth! And mind you, His kingdom is supernatural!

But you've got to allow Him to renew your mind! That's what Romans 12:2 says! In other words, your mindset cannot be bound by what the world (this fallen world) tells you!

This is your time to receive the anointing to be set free from such! Free from the Babylonian system that has permeated this world!

What does 'Babylonian system' mean here? It simply means 'the ways/systems of this fallen world'. The word 'Babylon', by the way, comes from the word 'Babel', meaning 'confusion, mixed up'. Remember the story of Tower of Babel? (Genesis 11:1-9) And remember how these people tried to make a name for themselves, but the Lord scattered them? You see, the way of this fallen world has always been driven by pride, greed, and lust. And these ways of men may look like a good idea to them, but never God's idea!

One example of someone who walked in heavenly providence and heavenly economy was none other than Elijah (1 Kings 17:1-16). In a time of drought, the word of the Lord came to him to get away from where he was, and hide by the Brook Cherith. There, the Lord supernaturally commanded the ravens to feed him, morning and evening! (1 Kings 17:2-6)

And then, the word of the Lord came to him again, because it was time to move to Zarephath. There, the Lord prepared a widow to provide for him! (1 Kings 17:8-16) Out of all people, a widow? The worldly ways would see this as absurd and illogical! Why not go to a rich man, or a businessman instead? But a widow? Not only that, Elijah came at a time when the widow was about to prepare her last meal!

But Elijah did according to all that the Lord had spoken! And miracles happened again! And here in Zarephath, he (and the widow and her son) had a never-ending supply of flour and oil till the Lord sent rain on earth again!

So, what was the key to Elijah seeing such supernatural providence and heavenly economy, even in a time of drought? Obedience to whatever the Lord says! Even if what the Lord had spoken didn't make sense to the worldly mind!

People of God, will you allow the Lord to renew you and set you free from the worldly ways of men? If yes, I declare in Jesus' name, that you too are on the way to experience a greater manifestation of His supernatural wisdom and providence, even in ways you cannot imagine yet. Amen!

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Preparing to walk in the supernatural and manifest glory

I had a dream the other night. In the dream, I was going to pray for two persons in a house. First, a man looking like a businessman having a certain status, power, position, and privilege, even in the church. As I approached him to pray for him, he pointed me to another direction, turned away, and therefore, I could not pray for him. Second, a child looking like a difficult child having an attitude problem. As I approached him to pray for him, God's love touched him so deep that he shed tears. People were shocked, wondering how could this be. They knew this must be God's doing!

Having woken up from the dream, I asked the Lord what this dream meant. Of course, one of the first questions that came to mind was, 'Who, between these two persons, experienced the manifest glory?' The answer is obvious. It has to be the child! That's when I heard these words from the Lord: "Teach My people how to prepare for the supernatural and for My manifest glory this year!"

The word 'manifest' can be defined as 'something evident, apparent, clear, and obvious to the eye'. It means people will see and will know the glory of the Lord is upon you! Isaiah 60:1-2 says, 'Arise, shine; For your light has come! And the glory of the Lord is risen upon you. For behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and deep darkness the people; But the Lord will arise over you, and His glory will be seen upon you'.

People of God, no matter what happens around you in the world, this is your time to walk in the supernatural and manifest glory of the Lord! Supernatural manifestations, supernatural events, supernatural healing, supernatural health, supernatural providence, supernatural finance, supernatural favor, supernatural wisdom, supernatural open doors, and the list goes on! Believe and receive by faith in your life this year!

The dream also reminded me of Matthew 18:1-4 that says, 'At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, "Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?" He called a little child and had him stand among them. And he said, "I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven."'

Notice the expression 'enter the kingdom of heaven' here. This word 'kingdom' is 'basileia' in Greek, meaning 'rule, reign, power (like a royalty)'. I can therefore say to 'enter the kingdom of heaven' is to 'enter the rule, reign, power of heaven'. In other words, walking in 'heavenly rule, heavenly reign, heavenly power'! Where? In heaven only? No! Here on earth as well! In Matthew 6:9-10, Jesus taught us to pray: 'Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom ('basileia') come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven'!

But you see, there is a key here, as mentioned in Matthew 18:1-4, i.e. becoming 'like little children'. In other words, being 'child-like'. What does it mean by being 'child-like'? It simply means 'innocence, having total trust (and submission)' before the Lord. This involves humility on our part. God gives grace (His ability, His supply) to the humble, but He resists the proud (1 Peter 5:5). Yes, indeed, this is a time to lay down our pride, put down our 'masks', and do away with our 'facade'. And be 'child-like'. There is a difference between being 'child-like' and being 'childish'.

People of God, may we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being changed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord (2 Corinthians 3:18). Amen.

Note: The secrets of apostle Paul walking in continuous 'kingdom of heaven' on earth, as written in 1 Thessalonians chapters 3,4,5:

A. Receive His love, and you'll love one another
1 Thessalonians 3:12-13 (NKJV): And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love to one another and to all, just as we do to you, so that He may establish your hearts blameless in holiness before our God and Father at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ with all His saints.

B. Receive His holiness, and you'll walk in holiness
1 Thessalonians 4:3-8 (NKJV): For this is the will of God, your sanctification ('hagiasmos'= holiness); that you should abstain from sexual immorality; that each of you should know how to possess his own vessel in sanctification and honor, not in passion of lust, like the Gentiles who do not know God... For God did not call us to uncleanness, but in holiness. Therefore he who rejects this does not reject man, but God, who has also given us His Holy Spirit. 

C. Focus on your calling, and not be a 'busybody'
1 Thessalonians 4:11-12 (NKJV): That you also aspire to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you, that you may walk properly toward those who are outside, and that you may lack nothing.

D. Being watchful and sober in your spirit
1 Thessalonians 5:5-9 (NKJV): You are all sons of light and sons of the day. We are not of the night nor of darkness. Therefore let us not sleep, as others do, but let us watch and be sober. For those who sleep, sleep at night, and those who get drunk are drunk at night. But let us who are of the day be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love, and as a helmet the hope of salvation. For God did not appoint us to wrath, but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ.

E. Rejoice always and pray without ceasing
1 Thessalonians 5:16-19 (NKJV): Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Do not quench (extinguish, put out) the Spirit.

Angelic activities are on the increase!

As I was worshiping the Lord recently, the Lord spoke these words clearly:
"When supernatural activities are on the increase, angelic activities will also be on the increase!"

The Book of Acts (the recommended book to read as you start the year 2018) is a book full of supernatural events, manifestations, and healings. And as written in this book, angels were definitely at work in the early days of the Church! Lots of it!

Examples of angelic activities in the Book of Acts:
Acts 5:19 (angel opened prison doors to release the apostles)
Acts 8:26 (Philip sent by angel to witness to a man of Ethiopia)
Acts 10:3 (angel instructed Cornelius to send for Peter)
Acts 12:7 (angel rescued Peter from the prison at night)
Acts 12:23 (angel struck the violent and cruel king Herod)

Just looking at the first twelve chapters of the Book of Acts, you would already have seen how angelic activities were so frequent and common in the early Church days! People of God, get ready for such increase of angelic activities in the year 2018!

To begin with, let's understand who are the angels. The word 'angels' in Hebrew is 'malak', which means 'a messenger, an agent', whereas the word 'angels' in Greek is 'angelos', which also means 'a messenger'. In effect, these are 'messengers' of God's protection, deliverance, tidings, and even healings to you! Hebrews 1:14 says, 'Are they (angels) not all ministering spirits sent forth to minister for those who will inherit salvation?' Now, who are those who 'inherit salvation'? You and I! The beloved children of God!

Angels are created beings
Psalm 148:1-5 says, 'Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord from the heavens; Praise Him in the heights! Praise Him, all His angels; Praise Him, all His hosts! Praise Him, sun and moon; Praise Him, all you stars of light! Praise Him, you heavens of heavens, and you waters above the heavens! Let them praise the name of the Lord, for He commanded and they were created'.
Angels are not to be worshiped, because they too were created by the Lord. The only one who wished to be worshiped is Lucifer, the fallen angel, but now known as Satan! (see Isaiah 14:12-15, Luke 10:18)

Angels are spirit beings
Psalm 104:1-4 says, 'Bless the Lord, O my soul! O Lord my God, You are very great; You are clothed with honor and majesty, Who cover Yourself with light as with a garment, Who stretch out the heavens like a curtain. He lays the beams of His upper chambers in the waters, Who makes the clouds His chariots, Who walks on the wings of the wind, Who makes His angels spirits, His ministers (servants) a flame of fire'.
Angels are spirit beings, and they are servants of the Most High God. The 'flame of fire' here is the symbol of 'divine holiness' that is upon them.

Angels can sometimes assume human forms
Genesis 18:1-3 says, 'Then the Lord appeared to Abraham by the terebinth trees of Mamre, as he was sitting in the tent door in the heat of the day. So he lifted his eyes and looked, and behold, three men were standing by him; and when he saw them, he ran from the tent door to meet them, and bowed himself to the ground, and said, "My Lord, if I have now found favor in Your sight, do not pass on by Your servant."' Genesis 18:8 then says, 'So Abraham took butter and milk and the calf which he had prepared, and set it before them; and he stood by them under the tree as they ate'.
Even though as spirit beings, angels are invisible, there can be times they are visible to human eyes, as seen here.

Examples of holy angels
1. 'Michael' ('Miyka El' in Hebrew), meaning 'Who is like God', a fearless warrior, strong hand, guardian of the Hebrew nation. Daniel 12:1 says, 'At that time (end-time) Michael, the great prince who protects your people, will arise. There will be a time of distress such as has not happened from the beginning of nations until then. But at that time your people - everyone whose name is found written in the book (of life) will be delivered'.

2. 'Gabriel' ('Gabriy El' in Hebrew), meaning 'Strong and powerful is God', who explains meanings, or brings good tidings from God. Daniel 8:15-17 says, 'As I, Daniel, was trying to understand the meaning of this vision, someone who looked like a man stood in front of me. And I heard a human voice calling out from the Ulai River, "Gabriel, tell this man the meaning of his vision." As Gabriel approached the place where I was standing, I became so terrified that I fell with my face to the ground. "Son of man," he said, "you must understand that the events you have seen in your vision relate to the time of the end."'

3. 'Raphael' ('Rapha El' in Hebrew), meaning 'Medicine of God, Healing of God', who brings wholeness, wellness, and healings from God. John 5:2-4 says, 'Now there is in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate a pool, which is called Bethesda (House of Mercy)... In these lay a great multitude of sick people, blind, lame, paralyzed, waiting for the moving of the water. For an angel went down at a certain time into the pool and stirred up the water; then whoever stepped in first, after the stirring of the water, was made well of whatever disease he had'.
Though the Gospel of John does not mention the name of this angel, it is well-understood that this angel is called Raphael.

These are some of the arch-angels (chief angels) of the Lord, and they have a company of angels who minister with them. So, people of God, whether you are doing the work of an apostle, a prophet, a teacher, an evangelist, or a pastor (Ephesians 4:11-13), or whatever spiritual gifts that you are operating in (Romans 12:3-8, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11) for the kingdom of God, know that you are not alone here, because angels are with you, and they are now ministering for you! For the greater glory of God! Amen!

Prophetic words for the year 2018: A year of the supernatural and unexpected blessings!

These are the prophetic words that I heard from the Lord for the year 2018:
"This is a year of many supernatural events, manifestations and healings. It is a year of many unexpected happenings and unexpected blessings, even against all odds. Like Saul, whom no one would expect to experience the great light and be turned into Paul, so will there be many unexpected happenings in 2018! This is a year of many 'suddenlies', but fear not, for as long as you fix your eyes on Me, you shall see My purposes in your life come to pass, even in ways you have never thought possible."

People of God, this is also a year of many new beginnings, because the Lord is doing a resetting and giving you a headstart this year! Look not at what happened in your past, and watch Him restore His purposes in your life this year, especially in the areas you have been under attack, delayed, or it seemed impossible to 'launch' in the past. There is a breath of fresh air that He is releasing to His people this year. A new strength is being released. A new hope is being released. It is a time of launching into the deep, like in Luke 5:4 when Jesus said to Simon Peter, "Launch out into the deep, and let down your nets for a catch." Moments before that, Simon Peter and the other fishermen had toiled all night, but caught nothing. It had been a demoralizing experience for them. But this time, as they heeded Jesus' words, the unexpected happened, and they caught a great number of fish, way beyond what they thought possible, and their net was breaking, so much so they had to signal the others to come and help them! (Luke 5:5-6)

The word 'reset' is an interesting word. It can be defined as 'to set things (afresh and anew) again'. It is like you resetting your password. Why do people reset their password? People do so to enhance security, or if they have forgotten their old password, or simply because they wanted a 'fresh start'. In the context of what the Lord is saying here, He is helping you to 're-strategize' for the greater things ahead of you, and so that the enemy cannot 'touch' you or 'compromise' you. This is also a year of many 'headstarts' for God's people. In the context here, it means 'to gain a certain advantage (or favor) that others don't have'. The 'advantage' here comes by heeding the words of the Lord that He is speaking specifically to each of you.

The key book in the Bible to start the year off right is the book of Acts.

Reading from the book of Acts, after the coming of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:1-39), the church grew in ways not possible by works of men alone. It was the work of the Holy Spirit. Miracles, signs and wonders accompanied the preaching of the good news of Jesus Christ, and through the hands of the apostles, many were healed and set free from unclean spirits. The church was flourishing, and the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved (Acts 2:40-47).

But then came the persecution. And there also arose a man named Saul, who was consenting to the believers' death, and he made havoc of the church, entering every house and dragging off men and women, committing them to prison (Acts 8:1-3). Then Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest and asked letters from him to the synagogues of Damascus, so that if he found any who were of the Way (Jesus), he might bring them bound to Jerusalem (Acts 9:1-2).

But God! Acts 9:3-5 then says, 'As he (Saul) journeyed he came near Damascus, and suddenly a light shone around him from heaven. Then he fell to the ground, and heard a voice saying to him, "Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting Me?" And he said, "Who are You, Lord?" Then the Lord said, "I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting. It is hard for you to kick against the goads."' Saul trembled before the Almighty, and was so overwhelmed by the 'great light' that he was three days without sight, and neither ate nor drank (Acts 9:6-9). He was then converted (Acts 9:10-19), and began preaching Christ in the synagogues, much to the amazement of those who heard him (Acts 9:20-22).

You see, Saul's life was being reset through the 'great light experience', and it happened at a time when the purposes of the Lord for the church seemed to be hindered. It was indeed a supernatural event, and an unexpected blessing to the church when Saul became a changed man (he was later named Paul). And that was how the church had a fresh impetus, a 'headstart', and the good news of Jesus Christ eventually spread throughout the whole world! 2 Corinthians 4:6 says, 'For it is God who commanded light to shine out of darkness, who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ'. If 'Saul' speaks of your 'old self', then 'Paul' speaks of your 'new self'. It was a total turnaround for him, and it has to be God who's at work!

The one supernatural event that stood out as I was reading this passage in the book of Acts is in Acts 9:17-18, when Ananias (a certain disciple of the Lord at Damascus) came into the house where Saul was, and laying his hands on him he said, "Brother Saul, the Lord Jesus, who appeared  to you on the road as you came, has sent me that you may receive your sight and be filled with the Holy Spirit." Immediately there fell from Saul's eyes something like scales, and he received his sight at once; and he arose and was baptized. Saul (who was later named Paul) never looked back since then, and he went on to become an apostle who was greatly used by the Lord, and one who wrote about half of the entire New Testament! Speaking of 'spiritual insights' and 'revelation' of the Lord!

People of God, the year 2018 is also a year God is releasing 'spiritual insights' to you like you have never seen before in your life. The word 'insight' simply means 'the capacity to gain an accurate and deep understanding of something'. As you look ahead in this new year 2018, may you also walk in such deep 'spiritual insight', just as 1 Corinthians 2:9-10 says, 'But as it is written: "Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him." But God has revealed them to us through His Spirit. For the Spirit searches all things, yes, the deep things of God'. Amen.

Keys to accessing the realm of the unlimited

I heard and released these words from the Lord recently:
"This is a time to expect a fresh outpouring from heaven and expect Me to do many new things in your life! I am setting many free from their old cycles and old boundaries. Be set free from the limitations in your mind, and be released into the realm of the unlimited! I will cause you to see what I want you to see! Receive the anointing to break through any 'glass ceiling' of yours!"

Indeed, this is a new season when old cycles and old boundaries (limitations) are being broken in the anointing (the power from on high), and many will be set free to be who (and what) the Lord wants them to be!

I had a dream recently that confirmed what I heard above. In the dream, I was visiting someone whom I have lost touch with for many years, at his home. That person seemed to be stuck in the old ways and old cycle, and with no way for breakthrough in his life and ministry. In the dream, he seemed like he couldn't be himself, because he was bound by the requirements of the old structures set by the people before him. I was there to minister to him and to set him free.

People of God, there's a fresh outpouring from heaven right now, and there's an anointing being released to set many free from the realm of the limited into the realm of the unlimited. Don't miss this time and season! Tap into it, and receive by faith!

One definition of 'glass ceiling' is 'an invisible, but real barrier to any further advancement (or to move into the next level)'. In the context of the prophetic message today, 'glass ceiling' here can be defined as 'a point after which you think you cannot go any further (in your life, career, or ministry)'. But here's a piece of good news for you! If you think you have reached a limit (in any area of your life) on this earth, and you think you cannot go any further (from this current stage of your life), there's an anointing right now to break through those 'glass ceilings' of yours! Take it!

You see, the enemy likes it when your mind is set with a limitation. It's like some of you are saying, "Well, that's as far as I am able to go. I don't think I can go any further from this point. I think I have reached my ceiling!" And that's what the enemy wants to make you think, because he wants you to remain 'small', 'insignificant', and a 'no threat' to him. But that's not what the Lord thinks or says about you! In Isaiah 43:19, the Lord says, "Behold, I will do a new thing (for you). Now it shall spring forth; Shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert." If He can make a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert, He can also do what seems to be impossible to you at the moment! Just never allow anyone (or anything) to put a limit on what the Lord can do in your life!

Let me give you an example. In the aviation industry, some people have begun envisioning that there will be a time when you can fly from, say, London to Melbourne within just 2 to 3 hours with 'hypersonic' planes (more than just 'supersonic planes'), high above the height that current commercial planes fly! At the moment of writing, the fastest one-stop flight between London and Melbourne takes close to 21 hours! How about enjoying the beauty and magnificence of the galaxies and stars in all their glory right above your head through a 'transparent ceiling' in the plane, all at the press of a button? Wishful thinking? But do you know all these have been envisioned and be seen as possible?

So, if you think what you see at the moment in commercial aviation today (i.e. long, boring flights) is all about air travel, think again! The best is yet to come!

By the same token, if you think what you see at the moment in your life is all that the Lord can do for you, think again! The best is yet to come! He can bless you in many more unimaginable ways, if you allow Him!

Ephesians 3:20-21 says, 'Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, to Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen'. 

Not according to your own power, but according to the power from on high that works in you! Hallelujah! By the way, the word 'power' here is 'dunamis' in Greek, which can be translated as 'miracle, ability, abundance, miraculous power, mighty (and wonderful) work'. And this 'miracle, ability, abundance, miraculous power, mighty (and wonderful) work' from on high has no limitations!

People of God, this is a time to be set free to access this realm of the unlimited!

Keys to accessing the realm of the unlimited:
1. Cast down arguments and every high thing (2 Corinthians 10:5)
2. Know that His thoughts for you are good (Jeremiah 29:11)
3. Commit all your works to the Lord (Proverbs 16:3)
4. Be transformed by the renewing of your mind (Romans 12:2)
5. Be spiritually-minded (Romans 8:5-6)

Cast down arguments and every high thing
2 Corinthians 10:5 says, 'Casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ...'
The phrase 'the knowledge of God' here means 'knowing Him and His plan (or will) for your life'. Therefore, take authority in Jesus' name, and cast down all those 'fiery darts' thrown by the enemy against all that the Lord has spoken in your life!

Know that His thoughts for you are good
Jeremiah 29:11 says, 'For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope'. The word 'peace' here is 'shalowm' in Hebrew, and it can mean 'peace, wellness, wholeness, welfare, health, prosperity, safety'. In other words, He wants the best for you, and He wants you to have 'shalowm' (peace, wellness, wholeness, welfare, health, prosperity, safety) in life! Let not the enemy make you think otherwise!

Commit all your works to the Lord
Proverbs 16:3 says, 'Commit your works to the Lord, and your thoughts will be established'.
The word 'commit' here is 'galal' in Hebrew, and it means 'to roll, to trust'. 'To roll' your works to the Lord is to involve Him in all that you do (whatever your line may be). And that's when your thoughts will be established. This word 'established' means 'put in order, put right, be sure, be prosperous'. That's how great ideas (not just 'good ideas' from men, but 'God ideas' from the Lord) come about, and if worked on, these ideas (innovations, or creativity in any line you are in) will become a reality in the physical realm.

Be transformed by the renewing of your mind
Romans 12:2 says, 'And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove ('dokimazo' in Greek, meaning 'allow') what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God'. The word 'conformed' here is 'suschematizo' in Greek, meaning 'patterned after', and in this context, 'patterned after the way of this world (which is limited in nature)'. The word 'transformed' here is 'metamorphoo' in Greek, meaning 'be changed', and in this context, 'be changed by the works of the Holy Spirit' (see also 2 Corinthians 3:18). And that's how you 'allow' what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God to manifest in your life!

Be spiritually-minded
Romans 8:5-6 says, 'For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit, (set their minds on) the things of the Spirit. For to be carnally-minded is death, but to be spiritually-minded is life and peace'.
Colossians 3:2 says, 'Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth'.
Philippians 4:8-9 says, 'Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy - meditate (think) on these things. The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you'.
Isaiah 26:3 says, 'You will keep him in perfect peace ('shalowm' in Hebrew), whose mind (thought) is stayed on You, because he trusts in You'.
The above verses show the importance of setting your mind on the things of the Lord. Just as good thoughts attract good things from the Lord, heavenly thoughts attract heavenly things from the Lord! And heavenly things are always supernatural, high and above all that men can ever conceive with their own limited minds!

People of God, as you cross into a brand new season in your life, may the Lord also spark off in you (and through you) great and marvelous things that 'eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which He has prepared for those who love Him' (1 Corinthians 2:9). All glory be to the Lord! Amen!

Watch Him supply for you this year!

Galatians 3:5-6 (NKJV): Therefore He who supplies the Spirit to you and works miracles among you, does He do it by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith? - just as Abraham "believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness."

The word 'supplies' here (or 'ministereth' in KJV) is from the Greek word 'choregeo', meaning 'to fully supply, to constantly supply, to lavish, to supply in bountiful measure'. And the apostle Paul wrote this 'supply' is to be received by faith (i.e. a believing heart), and not by the works of the law.

Another time this word 'choregeo' appears in the Bible is found in 2 Corinthians 9:10-11 that says, 'Now may He who supplies (or 'ministereth' in KJV) seed to the sower, and bread for food, supply and multiply the seed you have sown and increase the fruits of your righteousness, while you are enriched in everything for all liberality, which causes thanksgiving through us to God'.

The other day, in a time of prayer, the Lord spoke these words:
"Watch Me supply for you this year! Don't be afraid to receive My supply, and don't be shy to receive My supply!"

People of God, whatever you have been lacking in 'supply', whether in health, in wisdom, in providence, or in any other area of life, I want to believe these words for you as well.

In Philippians 4:19 (NKJV), the apostle Paul wrote, 'And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus'. See the word 'all' here? 'All' your need! And according to His riches in glory, not according to the 'scarcity of resources' in this world! The word 'supply' here is from the word 'pleroo' in Greek, meaning 'to furnish, to satisfy, to complete, to accomplish, to fulfil'. I can now therefore personalize and declare Philippians 4:19 this way: "And my God shall furnish, satisfy, complete, accomplish, and fulfil all my need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus." Amen!

Some of you might say, "But I don't think I deserve such supply from God, after all those mistakes I've made in life, and after all those sins I've committed!" 

Well, look at Jacob in the Bible then! He deserved nothing, but he got everything! And you know why? Simply because of the grace of God! And I believe if God could help him, God can help you and deliver you too, whatever 'struggle' (or 'mess', and even 'repercussions') you may be facing at the moment. Indeed, God's heart is very near His people this year, if they return to Him (and His ways).

The name 'Jacob' is 'Yaaqob' in Hebrew, meaning 'heel-catcher, supplanter', from the word 'aqab' which literally means 'to seize by the heel, to take by the heel, to restrain (as in holding by the heel)'. As you can see, even from the time of his birth, his life was about supplanting others! Genesis 25:24-26 says, 'So when her (Rebekah) days were fulfilled for her to give birth, indeed there were twins in her womb. And the first came out red. He was like a hairy garment all over; so they called his name Esau. Afterward his brother came out, and his hand took hold of Esau's heel; so his name was called Jacob...'

As long as his name remained Jacob, from beginning till the end (before God changed his name to Israel), his life was filled with fleshly struggles and much self-effort (to obtain things). First, struggling with men (see Genesis 25:29-34, Genesis 27:41-45, Genesis 29:18-27), and finally, just before his 'name change', struggling with God (see Genesis 32:24-25).

And not until he met God face to face did his destiny actually change! That's how important an encounter with God is! Allow God to visit you this year!

Genesis 32:24-30 says, 'Then Jacob was left alone; and a Man wrestled with him until the breaking of day. Now when He saw that He did not prevail against him, He touched the socket of his hip; and the socket of Jacob's hip was out of joint as He wrestled with him. And He said, "Let Me go, for the day breaks." But he said, "I will not let You go unless You bless me!" So He said to him, "What is your name?" He said, "Jacob." And He said, "Your name shall no longer be called Jacob, but Israel; for you have struggled with God and with men, and have prevailed." Then Jacob asked, saying, "Tell me Your name, I pray." And He said, "Why is it that you ask about My name?" And He blessed him there. So Jacob called the name of the place Peniel (i.e. 'face of God'); "For I have seen God face to face, and my life is preserved."'

In Genesis 35:10-12, God then affirmed and said to him, "Your name is Jacob; your name shall not be called Jacob anymore, but Israel shall be your name." So He called his name Israel. Also God said to him: "I am God Almighty. Be fruitful and multiply; a nation and a company of nations shall proceed from you, and kings shall come from your body. The land which I gave Abraham and Isaac I give to you; and to your descendants after you I give this land."

A name change always brings with it a character change.

'Jacob' speaks of fleshly struggles and much self-effort.
'Israel' speaks of God's grace (God's supply, God's ability).

You see, no more struggles, but walking in His grace (His supply, His ability). In other words, it's supernatural! It's about walking in the supply of God, not man; and the ability of God, not man!

A few weeks ago, a friend who moves in the prophetic gift said this to me: "This year, many will have no choice but to walk in the supernatural!" I agree and resonate with these words. The time has come when many cannot just rely on their own strength, knowledge, intelligence, and logics any further, but to look to God and totally rely on Him (even for His wisdom).

By the way, this new name Israel, or 'Yisra El' in Hebrew means 'he will rule ('Yisra') with God ('El')'. This word 'Yisra' shares the same root word as 'Sarah' (from the Hebrew alphabets 'Shin' and 'Rosh') which means 'to rule, to reign, to have power (as a prince)'. Hence, 'Yisra El' can also be translated 'prince with God'.

As believers in the New Covenant, know that you are the spiritual 'Israels' (princes with God) of today (see Ephesians 2:11-13, Hebrews 8:7-13). Romans 5:17 says, 'For if by the one man's offense death reigned through the one, much more those who receive the abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness will reign in life through the One, Jesus Christ'.

Today, God can turn you from Jacob to Israel too. It's like there's a 'name change' for God's people in this time and season, if they look to Him, return to Him, and seek Him. He is here to meet you face to face, and He can turn things around for you too. In short, no more shall you be a 'supplanter' (i.e. struggling in this 'dog-eat-dog' world), but you are ruling and reigning with Him as heirs according to the promise, supernaturally.

Galatians 3:26-29 says, 'For you are all sons of God through faith in Christ Jesus. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus. And if you are Christ's, then you are Abraham's seed, and heirs according to the promise'. Believing, you will receive. In Jesus' name. Amen.