Leaders We Must Lead and Weary Prodigals Come on Back to Him
As I got up to pray this morning, my heart was so burdened for the ones who read the posts on His Kingdom Prophecy (HKP).
Then I thought of several, from other countries, and situations that many are in. They have tremendous troubles and trials even on this site.
Also some are enduring serious persecutions, for the stand they have taken!
In America still we are not suffering as badly as others, yet. It moves me with compassion for all the people in the different Countries!
Some may not have commented to me personally, but I have read other people’s posts. It breaks my heart to hear some of their Prayer Requests on HKP.
It goes without saying, our own family, friends and acquaintances may read what we write, also.
Do we know yet (really know) we shall be held ‘accountable’ for how we lead others? Do we really get it?
Always, this speaks to me first. It puts The Fear of God in me!
What struck me was, as Ministers of The Gospel, the ‘delicate lives’ we often hold in our hands. People sometimes are on the very brink of despair!
Some are desperate for someone to even listen to them.
Just to know, I feel I fall so short of where I want to be. Still the bottom line is, I want to reach higher and help someone else.
A very great responsibility lies with us leaders!
As I have called out several in Prisons who were ‘leaders’ over the years. This was my question to certain ones,
“Which Way are you going to lead?”
There are only 2 ways to lead. You going to lead in the right direction or the wrong direction!
They for the most part in Prisons, have been thrown away by society, and someone needs to visit/ and or write them. That is not my main point here.
As we all need to just abide in the calling where we are called.
“Let every man abide in the same calling wherein he was called.” 1 Corinthians 7:20.
The Main Point here is about being ‘faithful’ to seriously give it our all!
Am I talking to anyone specific? A big emphatic No! This message is just strong on my heart and will speak to whomever needs it.
What is this Gospel we preach? Is it just a fairy-tale — or is it really real to us?
Do we hear His very heartbeat and want more of Him? If we do then we are not too popular, or I’m not. We shall suffer persecution! Still I’d rather have Jesus.
“For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?” Matthew 16:26.
Closing with a song and the Words I heard from that ‘Still Small Voice’ of The LORD, as I awoke this morning.
“In the stillness of the night I have called many of you and you would not come. Now what? My Hands of Mercy and Compassion are stretched out to you even yet.
For I see your heart. At one time you knew me and walked in My Ways.
I AM calling you back to a closer walk, communion with Me.
Love you I do and I will draw you closer than ever before and take you back.
Only Come!”
Well by now you may be getting familiar with some of my favorite scriptures. God bless you all.
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For My Yoke is easy, and My Burden is light.” Matthew 11: 28-20.
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~ Joyce D. McGuire
My name is Joyce D. McGuire, called to work in and for the Kingdom of God! To lead we must try to follow Jesus Christ closely. That is my heart. I am a Chaplain in the prisons; prophetic intercessor by His grace, author, and a Mother in the Kingdom of God. To many I am simply Mama Joyce. Some favorite verses of mine are Matthew 11:28-30.
A wonderful message.
Thank you very much.
Your welcome, Kathreen. Thank You.
Mama Joyce, may God uphold you to fulfill His kingdom purpose in Jesus name. The spirit of God is one! Please Mama, am not an ordained pastor but my God shows me things despite my sins. if you check my post to your reply yesterday, this is exactly what the Lord showed me concerning you as i saw you weeping profusely for many of us as a Burden carrier! I know you have spirit of discernment & would understand my aforementioned post better. I never knew God was going to give you those same words to post Today. Remember Mama Joyce, you are feeling the brunt cause you are a burden carrier! I am also one & am facing a lot of persecution as you have rightly posted even without telling you but am unstoppable cause of CHRIST. Thanks a lot Ma’am. More Grace!
Adams at this point I will start with you to comment. Hope the others will bare with me on replies as I have a most precious grandchild here today!
You are right on the mark and in large part, you are one of the ones I was burdened for! God and you knew!
I did read all your posts but sometimes I cant answer back properly. What an honor for us to be intercessors in the Kingdom of God!
We shall all meet in Heaven one day that belong to Jesus Christ. I don’t believe it will be very long now! God bless and keep you
God is so so faithful, merciful & mindful of me. Mama Joyce, you have seen well & spoken well! Its been a fierce battle, thick satnic gang up & very brutal prosecution from many & even some that I carry their burdens to the Lord. But God has not allowed them kill me but they have inflicted so much pains on me. I still see it as part of spiritual growth that I must endure by His Grace in order to be fit for HIS USE! My gaze is always on my Jesus who is my shield & my exceeding great reward. Mama Joyce, thank you once more for always standing in the gap for me most especially & other brethren on this platform. God is aware of your sacrifice of love & labor for me & all of us! You will definitely REAP your REWARD in Heaven in Jesus name!.
Continued prayers for you & others on here, Adams! I dont take this lightly.
If ever I cant be on here for other obligations, rest assured I won’t forget to pray, by Gods grace!
Your reward is great as you pay the cost to be a Christian! Our Lord sees it all.
Also I am often reminded Jesus will wipe away every tear from our eyes one day!
Thank you so much my Dear Mama Joyce for your love to me. God will remember you for good. Am also interceding on your behalf & others as well. God is our Shield & exceeding great reward. Most appreciative Mama Joyce!
We must pray for the managers to become shepherds. Awesome word,and the song is right
Thank you Sheillla. Yes we certainly must pray for everyone to fulfill their calling. God bless you
What more can I say? So well released straight from the Father’s heart. I believe many “leaders” are being so physically attacked and the enemy is out to demobilize those who are hearing the call. As I read this word, I heard the Lord say to those who have shrunk back from taking the Lord and boldly gathering others in this crucial hour, “begin again on your knees until breakthrough comes and arise with new strength for the journey ahead..many are looking to you to give a shout to put boots on the ground”. THanks for sharing this needful burden, dear Joyce. I say Together we WIN! xoxo Sandi
Yes, Sandi! I completely understand about the attacks as you and others do also! It is so easy to pull back at times.
Sometimes, though I know we have to retire to rest but then must jump back in the fight.
YES together We do Win!! 2 Cor. 10:4 Our weapons are not carnal, etc… Im about to get started here, lol Love you sis
Yes. mama Joyce…to lead by heart …
to serve with the compassion and attentiveness of our Master…
“Let His mindset become our motivation”…
(see Philippians 2:1-8)
no-one left behind…
Blessings
Absolutely Shelley with no one being left out and behind! Blessings~
I see your heart in this, and believe it is also the heart of the Lord. The scripture of Mark 6:34 comes to mind,
“And Jesus, when He came out, saw a great multitude and was moved with compassion for them, because they were like sheep not having a shepherd. So He began to teach them many things.”
Today too, very many of the leaders are managers not shepherds.
Yes! Amen Mark!
True @ Mark Roberts. We must be moved with compassion also with Jesus being our example. He has the wonderful Words of life!