Daily prophecy for January, 2024, republished with the kind permission of the Global Prophetic Alliance. Every Monday — Friday.

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31 January 2024. Invite Me

“May I make some requests moving forward?

Start your mornings communing with Me and end your evenings doing the same. Starting and ending your days with me creates an invitation for me to be a part of each step you take.

Your invitation opens your heart to hear my voice, feel my leading, and experience my power in greater ways. Such simple steps will cause you to be ready for whatever comes your way. It may start out feeling mundane but as this invitation continues to be extended you will see changes in your life. Your body, soul, and spirit will be more alive, and you will gain more revelation as our intimacy grows.

You will see from the fruit we grow together that it will feed those around you. It is important to keep the invitations coming My way; I look forward to our time together.”

Activation : Look over your schedule for the next 60 days and mark out time to spend with The LORD in the morning and before you go to sleep. This time does not have to be extensive; a simple 10-15 minutes is a great place to start.

Psalm 63:1-8 (NKJV) “O God, you are my God; early will I seek You; my soul thirsts for You; my flesh longs for You In a dry and thirsty land Where there is no water. So I have looked for You in the sanctuary, to see Your Power and Your glory. Because Your l
Thus I will bless You while I live; I will lift up my hands in Your name. My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness, And my mouth shall praise You with joyful lips. When I remember you on my bed, I meditate on You in the night watches. Because You have been my help, therefore in the shadow of Your wings I will rejoice. My soul follows close behind You; Your right hand upholds me. “

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30 January 2024. Love One Another

“I AM calling you into a time of discipleship.

There have been too many times when My Church Body has been isolated from one another, falling into independence and deception that they can do it on their own and in their own strength.

Now it is a time of coming together and functioning together as one. I want you to birth communities of people who love one another deeply and journey life together. I AM asking you to lay your roots deep in one another, building deeper friendships than you ever have before. It is vital that you are connected deeply into communities and you learn to love those around you furiously, just as I Love you.”

Activation : Ask The LORD where he wants you to be rooted and in community this season. Who are the people He wants you to build deeper relationship with and who are those to step away from in this season? Allow Him to lead you in this and choose to be obedient to all he asks.

Allow Him to help you understand what community looks like for you and what God is asking of you in loving those around you.

John 15:12-13 (NIV) “My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”

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29 January 2024. Fervent Prayer

“Will you be My Advocate this year and stand in the gap for My People?

Will you cover them in prayer and allow My Spirit to intercede through you?

If you have lost the zeal when it comes to prayer, ask Me to increase your desire and passion to intercede. The fervent prayer of a righteous man has great effect. Do not underestimate the power of your prayers. Let your prayers be energised by My Spirit. Let it grow into earnest, sincere, hearty, persistent prayers.

I will highlight specific areas I want you to pray into in this season. It may not just be for your loved ones. Listen to the promptings from my spirit. Pay attention to dreams I give you in the night. Then, keep praying. I will give you more awareness of people, circumstances and specific situations that I want you to pray for. Then, push further and use your heavenly language to intercede. These utterings will open up new realms of revelation. Mysteries will be unravelled and lives will be transformed.”

Activation : Ask The LORD what you should intercede for this year. A particular group of people? A Church that is struggling? An area in your city?

Write down the prayer points and check in regularly to see when the prayers have been answered.

If you don’t already have a prayer partner, connect with someone you can pray with regularly.

Ephesians 6:18 (NIV) “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all The LORD’s people.”

1 Timothy 2:1-2 (NLT) “I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity.”

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26 January 2024. Pace Yourself

“Beloved, the key to winning a race is perseverance. Your pace matters. If you run too fast, you will burn out quickly. If you move too slow, your flame will fizzle out. Neither are My will for you.

I want you to stay in perfect pace with Me to maximise your perseverance this year. I invite you to take My Hand and allow Me to centre you in My perfect Will. Drink in My Spirit, and let it set your pace for each day. I may have you move fast for a time and then slow for a time. Either way, flow with Me every step of the way. This will allow Me to protect you from burn out, loss, and snares.

Trust Me, and I will see you to the end, cheering the loudest as you confidently cross the finish line.”

Prayer : Father, thank You for the reminder that You set the perfect pace for my race. Help me to always stay in step with You. Help me to not get ahead or lag behind You so I may be protected from burn out, loss, and snares. I trust in Your perfect timing and know You will see me through to the finish line. Thank-you for always being my number one fan, cheering me on every step of the way. May You be glorified in all I do. In Jesus’s name, amen.

Hebrews 12:1-2 (NIV) “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.”

Galatians 5:25 (NIV) “Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.”

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25 January 2024. Wonder With Me

“Come be childlike with Me.

As you look over your life, what do you see? What do you hope for? What do you wonder about? Not the “what ifs,” but your deep dreams and desires? Do you wonder about a peaceful home, a marriage, or children running and playing? Do you wonder about a deeper walk with Me and more revelation of My Word? I long to lavish you with all your wonderous dreams and desires. I long to open the heavens and pour out blessings, to open your mind to My Kingdom and revelation more than you could ever desire. I long to bring you into a unity of faith and trust with Me that when your heart wonders in admiration of me your desires are filled. Why would I ever withhold any good gift from you?

Call out to me in prayer and worship me with your whole heart. I AM asking you to dream again. Don’t let the past hurt or failure hold you back from your future. Let your faith be full of Wonder. Together we will move forward.”

Activation : Take some time to be still in the presence of God. Allow Him to lead you into this place of wonder with Him. Don’t be in a hurry, enjoy everything you see. Allow Him to show you dreams you have pushed way down in your heart. Allow Him to bring them to the surface and start to see it as if it has already happened. After you sit there for a while ask The LORD to show you what your part is. Do you do something, or just simply trust Him to carry it out? Obey quickly and trust The LORD and praise Him in the process. Never Stop dreaming and seeing the great Wonder of all He is.

Psalm 46:10-11 (JK21) “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted on the earth. The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah”

Psalms 33:12-15 (NIV) “Blessed is the nation whose God is The LORD, the people he chose for his inheritance. From heaven The LORD looks down and sees all mankind; from his dwelling place he watches all who live on earth — he who forms the hearts of all, who considers everything they do.”

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24 January 2024. Focus Ahead

“You move in the direction of your focus.

When you focus on the past, you move away from the goal. But when you focus on what’s ahead, you see the prize, and it draws you forward.

Beloved, it’s time to take ground. Are you willing to let go of the past and turn around? If so, you’ll see the heavenly prize I have set before you.

Are you ready to take My Hand and run towards it? Together, we are unstoppable.

Stay laser-focused on what’s ahead. Fight the temptation to look back no matter how hard it gets. Press on resolutely. Before long, you will reach your victory lap and see the sweet face of Jesus waiting.”

Declaration : I declare that I will not be one to focus on the past. Instead, I will focus on the prize and move forward with You, God. I will not let distraction, obstacles or stumbles stop me no matter how hard it gets. I will fix my eyes on Jesus and allow Him to motivate me all the way to the finish line. In Jesus’s name, amen!

Philippians 3:13-14 (NIV) “Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”

Proverbs 4:25-26 (NIV) “‘Let your eyes look straight ahead; fix your gaze directly before you. Give careful thought to the paths for your feet and be steadfast in all your ways.”

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23 January 2024. For His Kingdom

The Spirit of The LORD says, “Gone are the days when only those with a title are asked to serve full time for My Kingdom, in My Kingdom. You don’t ever stop being My Flock — meaning that all of you are in ministry to Me and with Me wherever you are. Whatever job, study or hobbies you partake in, I call you into the wonderful realisation that from the second you submitted to Me, your creator, and received salvation you became My Servant, Friend, Bride and Lover.

You are entirely valued, young to old. Grow into Me, not copying the famous Christians of books, screen or social media, but learning the truth of Christ in you, in the hope of glory as a living reality. Only look for recognition from Me and bring your every breath under My Lordship.”

Reflection : How you view and receive these truths can negate comparison, jealousy, striving and reduce temptation to copy others instead of growing into Christ. Consider joining in this prayer:

I agree LORD God that I am yours, full time, every day, and I am needed and wanted and accepted as one of your servants. Accept my offering. Thank you that I am full time for you, though in a different role to others throughout my life. I choose to banish the game of comparison and jealousy and striving in my relationships with others. Help me LORD!

Colossians 3:23-24 (ESV) “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for The LORD and not men, knowing that from The LORD you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving The LORD Christ.”

Colossians 1:27 (ESV) “To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.”

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22 January 2024. In the Enemy’s Camp

“Who will go into the enemy’s camp? Who will go and listen to the evil plans they whisper? Who watches to see what is ahead, what the enemy is planning? Who will be courageous and ask of Me to show you the wiles of the enemy?

There lies a challenge for you to not fear the enemy but to actively go out and push him back. Don’t you know I have given you authority to trample on serpents and scorpions? Over all the powers of the enemy, and that nothing shall, by any means, hurt you? It is time to step into that mantle! Do not waste your time fearing an enemy that’s already defeated. Do not wonder and wait if it is the right moment to charge an attack. You are already appointed by Me to destroy his works!

My eyes are looking for those who will say ‘yes’ to going into the enemy’s camp to see and listen to what his plans are. Those who are not afraid to speak up about what they saw and set up a plan to destroy those plans by the authority given to you.

Where are My Watchmen? You are all called to watch! I want to use you all, I want to speak to you all, I want to work through you all. Step up! Be the Watchman! Stand on the wall, and do not be afraid! For I AM with you.”

Activation : Ask and pray:

Lord, if there is any fear in me to step into my watchman position, expose it. (repent and break agreement)

Jesus, I will say yes to this call to watch with you and strategize a plan to destroy the enemy’s work.

Holy Spirit, when do you want me to watch and see? What are the moments you want me to see the enemy’s camp?

Matthew 26:40-41 (ESV) “And he came to the disciples and found them sleeping. And he said to Peter, “So, could you not watch with me one hour? Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.””

Luke 10:19 (NIV) “I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.”

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19 January 2024. Eager Expectation

“When Paul sat in prison, writing to the Philippians, he did not despair at his circumstances. He wrote to his fellow believers:

“. . . and I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and God’s provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” Philippians 1:18-21 NIV

“My people — I know that many of you feel apprehensive about the year ahead. I know that you look at the road set before you with trepidation and for some, a sense of loss. While you desire to hope, fear stops you in your tracks. I acknowledge today the wrestle you find yourself in.

It is a time, however, to rejoice despite, and indeed, in the midst, of your circumstances. Open yourself up to hope and expectancy as you place your trust in Me. It is not frivolous or irresponsible to laugh and play in times that are heavy and stretching. Find your comfort in Me, allowing me to come close, closer than you’ve allowed me to come before.

Remember — I AM for you and I encourage you today to look at the days set before you with hope and expectancy. Let hope, peace, joy, and strength arise for I have fresh portions of each ready for you each morning. There is joy to be had in the journey if you will allow me to shine my light upon it.”

Activation : Today, ask yourself if your heart is resting in a posture of hope and expectancy or fear and trepidation. If the latter, do not be hard on yourself, but pray for an increased capacity to rest in hope and expectancy. To further partner with this Word, make the words of Nehemiah 8:10 (Do not grieve, for the joy of The LORD is your strength) a declaration over your life and speak these words over yourself until you can feel the truth of them sink-in.

Psalm 119:5-6 (TPT) “How I long for my life to bring you glory as I follow each and every one of your holy precepts! Then I’ll never be ashamed, for I take strength from all your commandments.”

Psalm 119:14-16 (TPT) “I find more joy in following what you tell me to do than in chasing after all the wealth of the world. I set my heart on your precepts and pay close attention to all your ways. My delight is found in all your laws, and I won’t forget to walk in your words.”

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17 January 2024. Bold Communication

Jeremiah 1:9 (NIV) “Then The LORD reached out his hand and touched my mouth and said to me, “I have put my words in your mouth . . .”

“My Child, I have placed words within you which need to be spoken. Spoken in love, wisdom, kindness, compassion; spoken in ways which reflect the true and full nature of Who I AM.

Do not be afraid to talk about the “hard things” in life. Even conversations of correction and discipline can be done in a way which brings freedom and deeper levels of connection. To talk about “hard things” brings light to darkness and freedom from heaviness.

I do acknowledge that this is not always easy or comfortable . Bold communication requires bravery, but I encourage you today to speak the words I have given you to be spoken. For it is My Heart to see My People shaped into bold communicators. People who can speak the truth in a way which beautifully reflects me, bringing life and abundance wherever the truth is spoken. Do not allow yourself to keep the Words I give you unsaid, laying dormant within. Trust Me to carry you through — to fill your mouth with choice words which shift people into alignment with me, speaking life into every situation.”

Activation : Ask yourself today, “Am I afraid to speak?” Whatever your answer, spend some time processing this with The Holy Spirit. If needed, break off all fear in this area by repenting, breaking all partnership with fear, and asking for a fresh infilling of courage. Next, ask The Holy Spirit if there are any important conversations that need to be had. Ask for courage and wisdom to have these conversations.

Proverbs 2:6 (NIV) “For The LORD gives wisdom; from his mouth comes knowledge and understanding.”

1 Corinthians 13:1 (NIV) “If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I AM only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal.”

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16 January 2024. No Doubt

“My people, you are here and alive now because I ordained that. Your time is now, not one hundred years ago. You are ‘this generation,’ whatever your age, and I called you with a holy calling from pre-birth to now and onwards into eternity. Do not doubt your worth or your value. You are not on your own; you are joined with Me, knitted together with believers around the globe.

Take action, My People, to strengthen yourselves and others, bringing My Words into your lives, situations and atmospheres. Choose to declare the greatness of My Character and Power, to yourself and to others, finding new words to praise and adore Me. Speak gracious truth over yourself in loving kindness, claiming my ‘logos’ written word and My rhema Spirit-revealed word as I respond to you when seeking Me.”

Activation : Join in now and vocalise what God says in the bible, by the Spirit, and through others as a victory strategy in your life. Speak to your soul to live in the truth of what God says. For example: ‘I was born for these times’ and ‘He began a good work in me will bring it to completion’ . (Philippians 1:6)

Acts 17:26-27a (ESV) “And he made from one man every nation of mankind, to live on all the face of the earth. Having determined allotted periods and the boundaries of their dwelling place, that they should seek God, and perhaps feel their way toward him, and find him.”

Proverbs 16:24 NIV “Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.”

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15 January 2024. Lily of the Valley

“My Dear One, you are my lily of the valley, my lily among the thorns. As you have journeyed through valleys of difficulty and navigated tough terrain for my name’s sake, you have brought so much light in the darkness, for you carry my Spirit wherever you go!

At times, it has been hard for you to see yourself as I do. The residue of tough times has left you feeling worn out, exhausted, misunderstood, and unloved. I want to remind you that my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are my ways your ways.

Do you know that you are altogether beautiful to me? In the same way a lily of the valley graces a bridal bouquet as a symbol of hope, so are you part of My Bride, My Ecclesia, My Church.

Today, will you draw near to me and let me show you a fresh view of yourself? Will you allow Me to wash away the residue of tough roads traveled, bathe your wounds, and heal your heart? For I AM Jehovah Rapha, the One who delights to heal you.”

Activation : Take a moment and ask Holy Spirit to show you any areas where you have wounds that need healing. Then invite Him to heal them and spend some time resting in his presence allowing him to minister to you. You may find it helpful having worship music on.
Ask the Holy Spirit to bring to mind any areas where you are not seeing yourself as he does. Jot them down in a list. Ask Him to show you what the truth is about how he sees you. For each area on your list, jot down what he reveals to you. He may give you a verse or show you a picture in your mind of how he sees you. If he does, you can either draw a picture or write what you see. Then take the paper with you all day and read it often to remind yourself of His perspective.

“Blessed and greatly favoured is the man whose strength is in You, in whose heart are the highways to Zion. Passing through the Valley of Weeping (Baca), they make it a place of springs; the early rain also covers it with blessings. They go from strength to strength [increasing in victorious power]; each of them appears before God in Zion.” Psalm 84: 5-8 (AMP)

““For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares The LORD.” Isaiah 55:8 (NIV)

(The Bride)
“I AM the rose [of the plain] of Sharon, the lily of the valleys [that grows in deep places].”
(The Bridegroom)
“Like the lily among the thorns, so are you, my darling, among the maidens.”
(The Bride)
“Like an apple tree [rare and welcome] among the trees of the forest, so is my beloved among the young men! In his shade I took great delight and sat down, and his fruit was sweet and delicious to my palate. He has brought me to his banqueting place, and his banner over me is love [waving overhead to protect and comfort me].” Song of Solomon 2:1-4 (AMP)

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12 January 2024. Pause

“Today, in the hustle and bustle of daily life, amongst struggles, expectations, busyness, demands and schedules. Take time. Stop. Breathe. Be Still.

Can you feel it? It is My Presence in the stillness, My Peace in the silence. I AM here with you. Always. You are not Alone. Be Still and know that I AM God. I AM Strong and Powerful and you, Dear One, are my Beloved! You are not defeated. You are a Child of the Living God! In me, all things are possible. With Me, you are safe. I will fight for you. I’ve got you and all that concerns you. You don’t need to be afraid anymore. My Beloved. Rest in the Beauty of My Stillness.”

Psalm 37:3-5 (TPT) “Keep trusting in The LORD and do what is right in his eyes. Fix your heart on the promises of God, and you will dwell in the land, feasting on his faithfulness. Find your delight and true pleasure in Yahweh, and he will give you what you desire the most. Give God the right to direct your life, and as you trust him along the way, you’ll find he pulled it off perfectly!”

Psalm 46:10 (NIV) “Be Still, and know that I AM God. I will be exalted in the earth. The LORD Almighty is with us, the God of Jacob is our fortress.”

Exodus 14:14 (NIV) “The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.”

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11 January 2024. Stillness

“I AM the Good Shepherd, I feed My Sheep and I lead them beside still waters. Do you know why I lead them to still waters? When a sheep is in rough water it can easily slip and get carried away. If its wool becomes too heavy it can easily drown them. It is my love for the sheep that I will lead them to still waters. My desire for you is that you do not get weighed down. Even in the midst of upheaval, My desire is to lead you through the still waters of peace. I chase after those I care for, and I will protect you from harm. I have good pastures to lead you to and I will hold nothing good back from you.

The enemy roars like a Lion; he is lurking, waiting for the opportunity to attack, but you are always protected when you stay close to your Shepherd. Take time to lie down and rest, allowing me to nourish you. My desire is for you to know you are never alone and that I AM always here.”

Activation : Are you being carried away by the cares of your day-to-day life? Are they too heavy and do you feel like you are drowning? Look to me, allow me to lead you away from things that weigh you down. Talk with me about these things and hand your burdens over. I will gladly lead you through with my peace. Watch your trust in me grow as you implement this practice in your daily life.

Psalm 23:1-3 (NKJV) “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness, For His name’s sake.”

Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV) “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I AM gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

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10 January 2024. New Methods

“My beloved one, I hear your heart as I ask you to start something new in the midst of what seems to be a challenging time. You are questioning if you heard me correctly and if the timing is correct. You say to yourself, “Why would The LORD ask me to do something now?”

But I, The LORD, say, “You have heard me well. I AM doing this now because I AM teaching you how to trust Me even when things are difficult. Even during these times, as I AM also asking you to embark on something new, I AM doing so to teach you how to trust in me differently and how to have hope in Me as you walk through this time. Will you hope in me, or will you hope in flesh and blood?

During this season, I AM teaching you new methods to move with me and better ways to flow with Me. It is very important that you not only do what I AM asking you to do, but that you do it exactly the way that I instruct you. Do not deviate from the plan. By doing this, I AM working out in you a greater ability to host My Glory. Allowing you to move through these trials is part of that, as I AM working out in you a greater weight of My Glory. Let this have its perfect work, completing in you the very thing that I began.”

Activation : What new venture, relationship, or opportunity is God currently leading you towards? Even if the timing seems difficult, reflect on how He may be using this, embracing this new step in trust rather than doubt.

Then, pray aloud : God, I choose to trust that You are intentional and purposeful in what you are asking me to start right now. Give me the courage to step forward boldly in faith rather than questioning, murmuring, or complaining. I yield to your instructions. Not my will Lord, but Your will be done.

Next, with The Holy Spirit’s guidance, break down the new endeavour into small, manageable action steps. Before taking each one, pause to seek God’s guidance through prayer. Ask things like: What is the next wise step here?” or “How do I move forward?” Then listen quietly for The Holy Spirit to direct your thoughts.

1 Corinthians 10:13 (TPT) “We all experience times of testing, which is normal for every human being. But God will be faithful to you. He will screen and filter the severity, nature, and timing of every test or trial you face so that you can bear it. And each test is an opportunity to trust him more, for along with every trial God has provided for you a way of escape that will bring you out of it victoriously.”

James 1:3-5 (NLT) “For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing. If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.”

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9 January 2024. My Perfect Plan

“I AM the all-knowing, all-powerful and all-loving God. I AM perfect in all of My ways and have created a perfect and prosperous plan for you.

You may be tempted by hurt, offence, and rejection to divert from this plan. You may feel the need to create your own plans to feel seen, heard and validated. In this space, jealousy, competition and sabotage become your arrows.

Hear the truth: the Kingdom is big enough for all who seek it, and there is plenty of work to be done. Don’t fall into validation’s trap and work against your Kingdom neighbor. For when you do, you also work against Me. It will leave you stuck, disappointed, isolated and unfulfilled.

Plans rooted in validation eventually lead to self-idolization. Remember who the greatest gift is – Jesus. He died so you could be redeemed, adopted, freed, and saved! Does He not deserve all the glory, honour and praise?

Precious child, take the time to heal. Remember who you are and whose you are. You are mine, and I determine your self-worth.

Let go of the pain and all of your agendas so you can be redirected to what is perfect for you. Allow Me to restore your heart. Flow with Me and My perfect timing.

Recognize the value of those around you, learning to work in harmony with one another, lifting each other up. Then, see how My plans far exceed yours!”

Activation : Are there any areas of hurt and rejection that you are carrying? Identify the root of this hurt, and ask The LORD to heal you. Repent. Lay down your agendas and any need to validate yourself. Then, ask Holy Spirit for fresh revelation on what it means to be a child of God. Spend time praying and reflecting on what is revealed to you.

Matthew 6:33 “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”

Ephesians 1:3-6 (NLT) “All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ. Even before he made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in his eyes. God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. This is what he wanted to do, and it gave him great pleasure. So we praise God for the glorious grace he has poured out on us who belong to his dear Son.”

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5 January 2024. Let’s Prepare

“Where is your heart divided, My Child? Where is your vision impaired from the fullness I long to lavish on you? Where has despair and hopelessness crept into your life patterns? Where do you long for My Movement — but fail to see I have moved and am moving?

These have been days of movement. Of hearts and minds being set free but there are some places in your life where you still hold yourself captive to the things of the past. Living in the past does not allow you to move into the future. Hands that are full of things that I’ve asked you to let go of are not able to carry the new things I have for you. I AM asking you to let go and step into the fullness of freedom I have for you.

This is a pinnacle point of preparation for what is to come. Please do not dismiss this or believe this is not for you. Listen, look, and lean into the process over the coming weeks. I AM asking you to take seriously this time to declutter as an act of obedience and readiness for the next season.”

Activation : For the next little while spend time asking The Holy Spirit where there are any outstanding areas of action, agreement, healing or deliverance that need to be attended to. Seek his wisdom on these things.

‭‭Mark 2:22 “And no one puts new wine into old wineskins. If he does, the wine will burst the skins — and the wine is destroyed, and so are the skins. But new wine is for fresh wineskins.”

Matthew 16:24-528 “Then Jesus told his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul? Or what shall a man give in return for his soul? For the Son of Man is going to come with his angels in the glory of his Father, and then he will repay each person according to what he has done. Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see the Son of Man coming in his kingdom.”

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4 January 2024. The Road Ahead

“In this season, there are choices set before you. Choose wisely. There are doors set before you and you are asking Me, which door do I choose? Your first step in asking Me is correct. The next step is to weigh the options through My Peace and allow My Peace to lead you. Trust Me to lead you. Sometimes, the right door doesn’t make sense to the human mind.

My Kingdom works differently — for it is upside down. The world will tell you to choose their way and it may even look like a “good life”, but it will not lead to life. My leading could look like “death or lack” but in the end, it is full of blessings. Sit quietly with Me and dream, I will show you which door will bring you blessings and which ones to stay away from. Trust Me with the outcome.”

Romans 8:5-6 (NKJV) “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, the things of the Spirit. For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.”

Deuteronomy 30:19-20 (NIV) “This day I call the heavens and the earth as witnesses against you that I have set before you life and death, blessings, and curses. Now choose life, so that you and your children may live and that you may love The LORD your God, listen to his voice, and hold fast to him. For The LORD is your life, and he will give you many years in the land he swore to give to your fathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.”

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3 January 2024. Get Your House in Order

1 Corinthians 6:19-20 “Or do you not know that your body is a temple of The Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.”

“My Spirit dwells within you; The Spirit of The LORD Most High lives within you. The Holy Spirit is your helper, your companion, your nudge to take action, your wake-up call in the middle of the night. The Holy Spirit shares secrets with you and prods your heart. You are a home for The Holy Spirit, a dwelling place, a temple.

Is your temple in disarray or is it a comfortable, cosy, welcoming and safe space? In this season I AM asking My People to get their houses in order. Rid yourself of anything that would make you unclean in my sight, rid yourself of false idols and statutes that were never given to you from Me. Do not delay, do not deviate, fix your eyes on me and be obedient.”

Activation : Sit with Holy Spirit and look with your spiritual eyes into the spirit realm while asking this question, Holy Spirit would you show me what I look like as a dwelling place for you? Look as he reveals what you look like internally as a dwelling place for him. Ask more questions as this is revealed to you; remember we have all been given eyes to see this way. What does The Holy Spirit say to you about the dwelling place you have made within you. Is he asking you to change things? Were you surprised by what he shared? Take Holy Spirit’s hand and partner with him in whatever he asks of you. This may be more of something or less of something. This may be a purification process or it may be a place of well-done good and faithful servant.

1 Corinthians 6:16 (ESV) “What agreement has the temple of God with idols? For we are the temple of the living God; as God said, “I will make my dwelling among them and walk among them, and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.””

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2 January 2024. Changes

“My child, it’s easy to look at your life and feel like nothing has changed. Let Me tell you that is not the case. I watch over you and I have protected you from devastating and destructive changes that could have a detrimental impact on your life. Nevertheless, changes in your walk with Me, your need for me and relationship with Me have occurred.

Drawing closer to Me changes your trajectory towards a deeper relationship and understanding of My ways.

The changes I bring are to take you higher, to increase your gifting, and understanding of your authority. I will operate in you to benefit the body and your community. Look, and you will see both the physical and spiritual impact on your life and the lives of those around you. As you move into a new season you will carry these changes with you and they will act as a catalyst for more new changes.”

Activation : Ask The LORD to show you what changes have occurred in your life over the past year. Ask The LORD how you can partner with him with new changes he wants to establish this year. Thank Him for His plans for you.

Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares The LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Isaiah 43:19 (NIV). “See, I AM doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I AM making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.”

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1 January 2024. My Invitation

“My precious one, I have given you free will. You have the ability to choose what you want to do with every moment of each day. I AM a God of invitation. I AM constantly inviting you to Me that you may grow in intimacy, understanding, and strength.

I invite you to come to know Me. I invite you to read My Word. I invite you to talk to Me in prayer. I invite you to connect with Me in worship. I invite you to be filled with My Spirit and My living water. I invite you to see Me in the physical and spiritual realms. I invite you into the depths of My heart. I invite you to My help and guidance. I invite you to My Wisdom, Revelation, Knowledge and Understanding. I invite you to My Healing, Freedom and Restoration. I invite you to My Comfort, peace and joy. I invite you to My Protection, Rest and Strength. I invite you to My security, hope and love. I invite you to all of Me.

Come to Me, and I will come to you. I will not leave you empty. I want to reward you and fill you to an overflow, giving life and purpose to your dry bones. My hand is extended. I invite you to take it that we may enter into an exhilarating lifetime of passionate adventure.”

Activation : Take note of which of these were highlighted to you as you read. Acknowledge this as The Holy Spirit showing you where God is inviting you into Him. Take God’s hand, and yield to Him. Receive the reward of being filled in all the ways He desires and all the ways you need. Know this is a never-ending, open invitation. The more you come to Him, the more He will reward you.

Revelation 3:20 (NIV) “Here I AM! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.”

Matthew 11:28-30 (ESV) “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I AM gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

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Links to older Bulletins:

• Lion Bites — April 2024
• Lion Bites — March 2024
• Lion Bites — February 2024
• Lion Bites — January 2024
• Lion Bites — December 2023
• Lion Bites — November 2023
• Lion Bites — October 2023
• Lion Bites — September 2023
• Lion Bites — August 2023
• Lion Bites — July 2023
• Lion Bites — June 2023
• Lion Bites — May 2023

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