Author Darlene J. Conard

As I gradually emerged from the depths of slumber, the Lord, with urgency, said: “Do not allow the enemy to silence your voice. Channel the courage of Bartimaeus; when the naysayers of truth command, ‘Be still! Don’t bother Jesus!’—cry out even louder!” This call to action resonated deeply within me, amplifying my resolve to stand firm against the growing tide of silence that seeks to stifle our expression of truth.

We are navigating tumultuous waters, a time when the light of truth can invite fierce accusations of hate speech or discrimination. The world around us is quick to label unwavering conviction as a threat, maintaining a culture of fear that aims to suppress free speech. Indeed, I received a foreboding warning from Facebook—a reminder that my views might be deemed unacceptable and could lead to the removal of my content. Yet, in that moment, I felt an undeniable fire within me. I refuse to remain silent! God didn’t pull me from the clenching grip of hell to be silent and conform merely for acceptance; that path leads only to complacency.

“The thing that hath been, it is that which shall be; and that which is done is that which shall be done: and there is no new thing under the sun.” — Ecclesiastes 1:9 KJV. This scriptural truth echoes through the ages, reminding us that the struggles we face today are not novel; rather, they are continuations of battles fought by those who have come before us.

 Jezebel, a wicked figure, orchestrated a ruthless campaign to eliminate the prophets of God, simply because their voices affirmed a truth that contradicted her ambitions. The authority she wielded was rooted in fear, manipulation, and the suppression of dissent. Today, we face a similar choice: to shrink back and remain silent amidst a storm of disapproval or to rise with unwavering courage, amplifying the voice of truth that has transcended generations.

Let us be bold and relentless in our convictions—truth is not merely an idea; it is our sword and our shield. It empowers us to combat the darkness that seeks to envelop our society. Together, as a united front, we shall cry out the more! Let us not forget that Satan’s greatest weapon is silence; he knows that if he can successfully muzzle our voices, he can stifle the inevitable tide of change that is rapidly approaching.

I encourage you, as individuals and as a collective body of believers, to lift your voices courageously in truth. Each of us is called to be a mouthpiece for God, to proclaim His word boldly, and to drown out the false prophets of Jezebel who promote lies and distractions. In this crucial hour, let us not shy away from declaring what is right, true, and just. Our world is in desperate need of conviction and clarity, and together, we will not falter. Let us cry out, not in fear, but in the steadfast belief that our voices, united, can bring forth transformation! I encourage you to lift your voices in truth, be a mouthpiece for God, and drown out the false prophets of Jezebel. Let our voices become one roar!

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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