Author Darlene J. Conard

Sleep fled from me for many nights. A steady stream of tears cascaded down my cheeks, each drop a testament to the swirling anguish deep within my heart. An invisible weight pressed heavily upon my shoulders, a burden so intense that it spurred me to seek intercession not just for myself, but for entire nations caught in the throes of despair. A profound sense of urgency enveloped my spirit, compelling me to pour forth my innermost thoughts and emotions as I beseeched for healing, peace, and restoration in a world rife with chaos and suffering.

The poignant cries of the broken and weary resonated in the chambers of my mind, echoing through the silence like a haunting refrain. Each plea for relief fueled my desperation, intensifying my yearning for divine intervention on behalf of those lost in darkness, wounded by grief, and in desperate need of the glimmering light of hope.

I received an unusual phone call from my middle sister with a message from God yesterday. Part of the conversation was, “I feel a charge in the air, Darlene. Not bad, I feel God in the air, and He’s making a change and going to heal nations.” She confirmed everything that God revealed to me and another person.

We often trust news and opinions, which can distract us from listening to God. In a noisy world, we prioritize headlines and trends over God’s quiet voice. We pay more attention to influencers and experts, rather than the gentle guidance that offers a deeper understanding and fulfillment.

One of my most cherished activities is to silence the distractions of modern life, turning off radios, screens, and devices that pull me away from focusing on God’s voice. I open the windows wide, letting in the invigorating rush of fresh air. In these moments, I tune my senses to the world outside. Though we cannot see the wind itself, we can feel its gentle caress against our skin, hear it rustling through the leaves and whistling past the eaves of the house, and inhale the fragrant aromas it carries—perhaps the earthy scent of soil or the sweet notes of blooming flowers. Each breath fills me with a profound connection that says, “God is ever present and in control.”

“Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert.” Isaiah 43:19 KJV

Feel free to forward it to anyone you wish.  My mission is to encourage everyone to follow our Lord Jesus Christ with all their heart, soul, mind, and strength. ©Darlene J. Conard Vision Ministries 2024.   This may not be republished or used without the author’s written consent. The photograph is AI-generated. Darlene J. Conard is also affiliated with Glory Carrier Ministries.

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