God can turn your mistakes and failures around!

The Lord says: 

"As you keep doing what I've called you to do and keep building what I've called you to build, do not lose heart and do not allow anyone or anything to discourage you. For I am in the midst of giving you new strategies and new wisdom to accomplish all these. Receive all these from Me in this time and season. I am even going to turn your mistakes and failures around, however big or small, and turn them into something good for you. So, take heart. Look beyond all those mistakes and failures. Look to Me. All things are eventually going to work together for good for you." 

We all make mistakes in life. We all have experienced some kind of failures before in life. Given a choice, no one would want to make mistakes or see failures in whatever he or she does. 

So, if you think you blew it, and you are now suffering the consequences of it, the Lord is saying to you, "Take heart. Do not be discouraged. There is hope for you." 

Of course, you can learn from all those mistakes or failures of yours. But don't linger or dwell in there. You know why? Because the Lord has something new for you! 

Romans 8:28 says that 'God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and who are the called according to His purpose for them.' 

Yes, according to His purpose for you, beloved! 

So, in spite of your past mistakes or failures, or even humiliation or shame, the Lord is saying He will work things together for your good! He can even use those mistakes and turn them around to be something good! What's your part? Your part is to look to the Lord and keep putting all your trust in the Lord! 

Proverbs 3:5-6 says, 'Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.' 

One example in the Scripture about God turning things around can be found in 2 Kings chapter 6. 

2 Kings 6:1-3. And the sons of the prophets said to Elisha, "See now, the place where we dwell with you is too small for us. Please, let us go to the Jordan, and let every man take a beam from there, and let us make there a place where we may dwell." So Elisha answered, "Go." Then one said, "Please consent to go with your servants." And Elisha answered, "I will go." 

2 Kings 6:4-5. So Elisha went with them. And when they came to the Jordan, they cut down trees. But as one was cutting down a tree, the iron ax head fell into the river, and he cried out and said, "Alas, master! For it was borrowed." 

Have you been in a situation when you are like saying "Alas!"? This may be an old expression. But this is an expression for disappointment, regret, or sadness; especially when there seems to have no more hope that the situation can be changed. 

Let's see the symbolic meaning of 2 Kings chapter 6 here. To begin with, what is the purpose of the ax? Ax is used to cut trees. It is for the purpose of building something. For example, furniture, house, etc. In other words, ax is meant 'to build something'. 

In the context of what God is saying to us today, this speaks of 'building what God has called you or spoken for you to build in your life'. It can be in the ministry, in your vocation, or in your profession. But in this passage, the ax head fell into the river! You know what? Once fallen, it's not easy to retrieve it! Why? Because it's heavy. It's made of iron. So, that's why the man cried out "Alas!" Not only that. The ax was a borrowed ax. It wasn't his. It means if he loses it, he's going to need to pay it back to the owner. But God! God always has a way to turn things around for His beloved. And it is the same with you too! 

See what's next. 

2 Kings 6:6-7. So the man of God (Elisha) said, "Where did it fall?" And that man showed him the place. So Elisha cut off a stick, and threw it in there; and he made the iron float. Therefore Elisha said, "Pick it up for yourself." So that man reached out his hand and took it. 

Now, that was some kind of a miracle! That really defies logic. I say it defies logic because the iron ax is supposed to be heavy! I mean, how can the ax head float just by throwing a much lighter stick into the river? Again, but God! You see, nothing is impossible to God! He will know how to make a way for you, where there seems to be no way. He will know how to turn your mistakes around. Yes, He can turn even your oversight around. What is 'oversight'? Any unintentional mistake or failure to do something. 

By the way, the name 'Elisha' in Hebrew is 'El' meaning 'God', and 'Shuwa' meaning 'supplies, help, hope'. Even though Elisha himself was just a human, this name 'Elisha' is symbolic. It is symbolic of who your God is. And here, you can see that He is a God who knows how to supply you. He is a God of help and hope, even when you feel helpless or hopeless in your situation or in your life at the moment.  

So, take heart. Just as Elisha was there to give a solution to that man who dropped the iron ax head, God is also here to give you a solution to whatever you are going through in your life right now. Yes, even for the mistakes, failures, or oversights in your life!

How about the stick that Elisha used to cause the heavy iron ax head to float? In this passage here, it really does look like it's just another stick that Elisha cut from a tree nearby. But, what is the symbolic meaning of this stick here? It speaks of what Jesus has done for you on the cross! Yes, on the wooden cross! In other words, on the tree! 

Just as the stick caused the iron ax head to float (and that's a miracle indeed), what Jesus has done on the cross for you can reverse things around for your good! Just don't limit how God is going to do it!

Prayer: 

"O Lord God, we thank You for Your words of encouragement for us today. There's nothing that You cannot turn around in our lives, no matter what mistake we've made in life, however big or small. No mistake, no failure, no oversight, and in fact, no work of the enemy can hold You back from turning things around in our lives. Because You are a great God. You are great, and greatly to be praised. You are strong and mighty in all Your ways. You are all-wise, all-knowing, all-present, and all-powerful. You are unlimited in who You are and what You can do. And nothing on earth can stop You from accomplishing Your plans and purposes for each of our lives. In the name of Jesus. Amen."

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Receive the never ending supply of His goodness

I have a funny and interesting dream the other day. It's so vivid that I literally woke up smiling. In the dream, me together with my wife Sharon were seated at a table together with two other family members. We were being served round after round of different foods. It's like a never ending flow and supply of foods. What's interesting is that some of these foods I've never seen, heard, or tasted before in my life. The shapes and the tastes were out of the world! 

As I was praying about the dream, and as I was asking the Lord if there's any meaning to the dream, the Lord spoke: "Receive the never ending supply of My goodness!" 

He then said to share this message. So here am I, sharing this message to you! 

I believe 'food' here in this dream is just symbolic of 'the goodness of God' flowing in our lives. So, it's not just about food per se, but in every other area of our lives. 

Right now, I want to declare upon you that there's a never ending flow and supply of the goodness of God in your life! 

What is the key to receiving this never ending supply from heaven? How can we walk in this supernatural realm of never ending supply from above? 

The answer is simple: Whatever He says, you do! I repeat: Whatever He says, you do! Yes, even if you initially don't understand why He says what He says. And even if it sounds funny, absurd, or illogical to your mind, or never been done by others before!

Some may ask, "Where is the Scriptural proof?" 

Let's look at what happened during a wedding banquet in Jesus' days while He was on earth. Let's go all the way to John chapter 2. 

John 2:1-3 says, 'On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Now both Jesus and His disciples were invited to the wedding. And when they ran out of wine, the mother of Jesus said to Him, "They have no wine."'

Beloved, whatever situation you may be facing right now, be it in the ministry, in your career, in your business, or in any area of your life, your God is not dead. He is very much alive in your situation. Invite Him into your situation. Just as the host here invited Jesus to the wedding, you can invite Him too. 

Let's go further. Look now what Mary (Jesus' earthly mother) said to the servants in the wedding banquet. This is our key verse for today. John 2:5 says, 'His mother said to the servants, "Whatever He says to you, do it."' I repeat: "Whatever He says to you, do it." 

Whatever predicament you may be facing right now, and whatever difficult situation or challenges you may be facing right now, whatever He says, you do it! There's just no way that He doesn't know what to do, or have no idea how to help you, whatever your situation may be. After all, He is all-knowing. He is an omniscient God. Nothing, no matter how small a matter is, can escape His attention. He will tell you what to do and show you a way, where there seems to be no way. So, take heart, and be encouraged.

John 2:6-8 says, 'Now there were set there six waterpots of stone, according to the manner of purification of the Jews, containing twenty or thirty gallons apiece....' For your info, the six waterpots were used for the Jewish ceremonial washing. These were waterpots used for washing. 'Jesus said to them, "Fill the waterpots with water." And they filled them up to the brim. And Jesus said to them, "Draw some out now, and take it to the master of the feast." And they took it.' 

You see? Whatever Jesus said, they did! Yes, even if it's unconventional. As far as I am concerned, in the ministry and in the journey of my life, there are many things that the Lord told me that's unconventional. I followed, and I see the hand of the Lord. I see myself prospering. I tasted the goodness of God time and time again. So, I have no doubts in sharing what I've shared today.

Jesus was showing the "blueprint" and the "how to" in the situation at the wedding banquet. Now, every situation is unique. And for this specific situation in John chapter 2, the Lord also gave a very unique "blueprint". What we can learn here is that we are to seek God for His specific blueprint for our unique situation as well. No two persons or situations are exactly the same. That's how God made us. We are unique. We are special. 

John 2:9-10 says, 'When the master of the feast had tasted the water that was made wine, and did not know where it came from (but the servants who had drawn the water knew), the master of the feast called the bridegroom. And he said to him, "Every man at the beginning sets out the good wine, and when the guests have well drunk, then the inferior. You have kept the good wine until now!"' 

You see? Water turned to wine! It's a miracle! Now, 'wine' speaks of 'the good things in life, the goodness of God'. How about 'water'? 'Water' speaks of 'the Spirit of God'! What does this symbolize? As you receive from the Spirit of God, it is the Spirit of God that leads you to good things! I repeat: It is the Spirit of God that leads you to good things! Just as what you've seen here in John chapter 2! 

Taste and see that He is good! He is a good provider! Not just in one area of your life, but in every area of your life! Not just materially, but in every aspect of your life, even in the area of wisdom, in the area of favor, and in many other areas of your life! 

So, ask, and you shall receive. Seek Him, and you will find the answer. Whatever 'delay' you may be facing at the moment, or whatever area that you are 'stuck' at the moment, take heart. Seek Him. You will find your "blueprint". If you have not seen much headway or breakthrough in your life, don't be disheartened. Keep looking to the Lord. Keep seeking Him. There's no way He will not tell you, if you earnestly seek Him. 

How to receive from Him? Shut off for a while from the hustle and bustle, and the noise of this world. Spend time exclusively with Him. Just you and Him. Spend time digging in the Word. Spend time praying in the spirit. I recommend at least one hour non-stop at one time. Many things will become clearer. You shall receive His blueprint as to what to do next in your life, and what decision you should be making going forward. 

John 2:11 says, 'This beginning of signs Jesus did in Cana of Galilee, and manifested His glory...' I repeat: Manifested His glory! 

Yes, He is the same - yesterday, today, and forever! He manifested His glory in that situation in John chapter 2. Even now, He is the same God! He can manifest and show you His glory - in His unique way, and in the unique situation that you are facing at the moment! 

So, take heart. Believe in Him. Believe that He is a good God. Believe in the goodness of God in your life. Like the waterpots used for washing, your part is to allow Him to cleanse your life, and wash you white as snow. Clear your life before Him. Wash your hands. Wash your hearts. Stay innocent in Him. Stay pure before Him. Be found in obedience to Him, His instructions, and His words. And you shall hear Him! He will show you His glory! He will show you what is to come! He will show you where you should be headed for! He will show you the right decisions to make! He will show you the way you should be going! That's for sure! It works every time in my life. And I want to believe the same for you. 

In cross-reference about 'the goodness of God', which is our topic today, and 'to taste and see that He is good', one of my all-time favorite psalms that I meditate on a lot is Psalm 34, a psalm of David. Let's read Psalm 34:1-2, 'I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. My soul shall make its boast in the Lord; The humble shall hear of it and be glad.' 

Yes, bless the Lord! Not just in good times, but also in challenging times! Bless the Lord at all times! And praise Him continually at all times, whether in a time of celebration, or whether in a time when you face challenges in your life! This is the secret of David. There's no question about his life as a worshiper of the Lord. And not just that, his soul did not boast about himself, his own strength, or his own ability; but his soul made its boast in the Lord! 

'The humble shall hear of it and be glad.' Indeed, those who humble themselves under the mighty hand of God, God will give grace. It means He will know how to supply you with His goodness. He will come and help you. Not by your own strength and ability, but by His strength and ability. And those who live their lives this way, they shall be glad! That's what David wrote here in Psalm 34!

Psalm 34:4-6 says, 'I sought the Lord, and He heard me, and delivered me from all my fears. They looked to Him and were radiant, and their faces were not ashamed. This poor man cried out, and the Lord heard him, and saved him out of all his troubles.'

This was a psalm of David when he himself was going through a difficult situation at that time in his life. He was escaping from the pursuit of King Saul who was after his life. He was seemingly 'stuck' at that time, with seemingly no headway in his life at that time. But instead of being discouraged, and instead of complaining, he looked to the Lord. He sought the Lord. 

So beloved, if you are in the same situation, like you are 'stuck' now, and you are still waiting for what's next in your life, this message is for you. Take heart. There will be an answer. If you keep seeking the Lord, like David sought the Lord, the Lord will hear you. The Lord will show you the answer. 

No matter what you may be facing right now, no matter how 'stuck' you feel at the moment, and no matter what breakthrough you've been seeking, there's an answer coming! Just do not limit how God is going to do it for you. Continue to seek Him. Continue to praise Him. Continue to bless His name at all times! 

Psalm 34:7-10 says, 'The angel of the Lord encamps all around those who fear Him, and delivers them. Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good; Blessed is the man who trusts in Him! Oh, fear the Lord, you His saints! There is no want (or lack) to those who fear Him. The young lions lack and suffer hunger; but those who seek the Lord shall not lack any good thing.' 

The word 'good' here is 'towb' in Hebrew. It can mean 'good in the widest sense, good things (in every sense of the word), pleasant, favor, bountiful, beautiful, cheerful, wellness, sweetness, goodness, gladness.' As you can see here, this word 'towb' has a wide meaning, and it speaks of every good that comes from the Lord. Not just good things, but all the goodness of God in every sense - tangible and intangible, seen and unseen, spiritually and physically. Hallelujah!

I want to declare upon you right now: The goodness of God be upon you! I say it one more time: The goodness of God be upon you! 

Believe, and you shall receive! I also want to declare upon you that all things are going to work out for good to you, even though at the moment, you may be feeling 'stuck'. Yes, He will turn things around for you. He will know how to turn the adverse situation you are facing into a favorable situation for you. Just don't try to figure out how He's going to do it. Because He is an unlimited God. And He works in ways we can never fully understand with our limited minds. Just like how Jesus turned water into wine using the waterpots! 

Beloved, continue to put all your trust in Him. He will know how to manifest His glory. He will know how to show you His glory. Amen! 

Let us pray: 

"O Lord God, we thank You for Your goodness in our lives. We declare Your goodness in our lives. No matter what adversity in life we may be facing at the moment, we choose to look to You and seek You. You have spoken that there is no lack for those who fear You. If you can turn water into wine, You can turn things around for our situation too. You are a miracle-working God, and there is no one like You. We trust You and we bless Your name at all times, just as David Your beloved had done. In Jesus' name. Amen."

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'Like the manna that came down from heaven'

Exodus 16:15 (NKJV): So when the children of Israel saw it, they said to one another, “What is it?” For they did not know what it was. And Moses said to them, “This is the bread which the Lord has given you to eat.”

Exodus 16:31 then says, ‘And the house of Israel called its name Manna. And it was like white coriander seed, and the taste of it was like wafers made with honey’. By the way, the word ‘manna’ here is ‘mawn’ in Hebrew, which simply means ‘What is it?’, and it comes from the word ‘mah’ in Hebrew, meaning ‘what’.

Indeed, Jesus was a 'sign' and a 'wonder' to the people when He came on earth some 2,000 years ago! Several times in the Scriptures can you find people saying (and asking) such about Jesus, for instance, “Who can this be?” (Luke 8:25), “Who is this who even forgives sins?” (Luke 7:49), or “We have seen strange and amazing things today!” (Luke 5:26).

In cross-reference, John 6:30-35 says, ‘Therefore they said to Jesus, “What sign will You perform then, that we may see it and believe You? What work will You do? Our fathers ate manna in the desert; as it is written, ‘He gave them bread from heaven to eat.’” Then Jesus said to them, “Most assuredly, I say to you, Moses did not give you the bread from heaven, but My Father gives you the true bread from heaven. For the bread of God is He who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.” Then they said to Him, “Lord, give us this bread always.” And Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst.”’

Jesus is the bread of life, 'the manna that came down from heaven'!

Notice also that ‘manna’ wasn’t eaten just like that upon being gathered, but was ground, beaten and cooked. Here’s what Numbers 11:8 says, ‘The people went about and gathered it, ground it on millstones or beat it in the mortar, cooked it in pans, and made cakes of it; and its taste was like the taste of pastry prepared with oil’. See the similarities between ‘manna’ and ‘Jesus’ (the 'bread') here? (read the characteristics below for details) One is in the Old Covenant, and one is in the New Covenant. ‘Manna’ is the ‘shadow’, and ‘Jesus’ is the 'substance'.

Here are some of the characteristics of ‘manna’ that points us to Jesus (the true bread from heaven):

1. White in color (Exodus 16:31) – The color ‘white’ here speaks of ‘spotless purity of Jesus’. The Bible says ‘He knew no sin’ (2 Corinthians 5:21), and ‘He is without sin’ (Hebrews 4:15).

2. Sweet to the taste, like honey (Exodus 16:31) – Jesus is described as ‘sweet to the taste’ in Song of Songs 2:3 that says, ‘Like an apple tree among the trees of the woods, so is my beloved among the sons. I sat down in his shade with great delight, and his fruit was sweet to my taste’. The ‘beloved’ here speaks of ‘Jesus’, who is the Lover of your soul.

3. It was ground, beaten, crushed, and baked (Numbers 11:8) – Notice Leviticus 2:1 says, ‘When anyone offers a grain offering to the Lord, his offering shall be of fine flour’. In order to get fine flour for the purpose of baking, the grain has to be first ‘ground, beaten, and crushed’. This speaks of ‘the sufferings of the Lord Jesus Christ on the cross’, where He became your ‘burnt offering’ (Leviticus 1) and ‘grain offering’ (Leviticus 2).

4. It was given in the night (Numbers 11:9) – It was during the hours of darkness that manna was sent from heaven to the Israelites. This speaks of ‘Jesus coming to your life in times of need’, when you are in the darkest of hours, helpless, and without strength. John 1:14 says, ‘And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth’.

And interestingly, this ‘manna’ did not fall on the ground or dust (which speaks of ‘curse’, as written in Genesis 3:17), but on the dew! Numbers 11:9 says, ‘And when the dew fell on the camp in the night, the manna fell on it (the dew)’. 

Note: 'Dew' is defined as ‘tiny drops of moisture (water vapour in the air) condensed on cool surfaces in the night’.

You see, 'dew' cannot be created by man. It is created, given, and supplied by God, and God alone! 'Dew' here therefore speaks of God's grace (i.e. God's ability or God's supply). So, what does it mean here? Jesus (the true manna) came not with curse, but with His supply! In fact, He has carried all your curse when He died for you on the cross! (Galatians 3:13)

Know that He is indeed your unlimited Supply! In Philippians 4:19, the apostle Paul wrote, ‘And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus’. The word 'supply' here is 'pleroo' in Greek, which means ‘to furnish, to satisfy, to execute, to finish (a work), to fulfil, to complete, to perfect, to accomplish’.

And this 'supply' includes all the wisdom and discernment you need in making every decision in your life!

On the first Sunday of this month, I released these prophetic words to the congregation:

"Many of you are going to make major or key decisions in business, career, ministry, or even in your life this month. Look to Me, and I will supply you, like the manna that came down from heaven. I will even supply you with the wisdom and discernment that you need."

"In the midst of the storm and confusion, know that I am in the process of making your vision clearer than ever before. Allow Me to cleanse you and cause your conscience to be so clear, that you will move ahead without fear. Watch Me open new doors for you this month, even in ways that human cannot. Watch Me clear the path for you, and watch Me supply."

People of God, I pray that whatever decision (or decisions) you make in this crucial and important time and season of the Lord will eventually ‘catapult’ you into greater heights in your life. In Jesus’ name. 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.