Habakkuk 2: 2-3 And the Lord answered me, and said, Write the vision, and make it plain upon tables, that he may run that readeth it. (3) For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.
Through every test and every journey, faith becomes strong in our lives. Testing reveals the validity of our long-term circumstances. I believe it is God’s way of saying, “I am about to show you that you can pursue.” I’m going to help you overcome weaknesses. Remember my grace is sufficient and my strength is made perfect. Are you still willing to follow me through these things have come?” These are my thoughts. “Will you still trust that I am keeping my promises?”
An evangelist gave me a key to hold on to: “If God doesn’t remove the mountain, He’ll give you strength to climb it.”
We don’t always understand why things are happening; it’s okay, He has our back.
“Then shall thy light break forth as the morning, and thine health shall spring forth speedily: and thy righteousness shall go before thee; the glory of the LORD shall be thy rearward.” – Isaiah 58:8 KJV
“Then your light shall break forth like the morning, Your healing shall spring forth speedily, And your righteousness shall go before you; The glory of the Lord shall be your rear guard.” – Isaiah 58:8 KJV
“I’ve got this. No matter what happens, I’ve got your back.” – God
“I the Lord search the heart, I try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings.” Jeremiah 17:10 KJV
As I close my eyes and reflect on the heart’s inner workings, I imagine a seemingly endless hallway stretching off into the distance. Along the walls are collection of doors, each leading to a different heart chamber. I sit there, still and silent, lost in thought, as I picture the many experiences, emotions, and memories that could be stored behind each one.
But I know there is a final destination that the Holy Spirit is tugging me towards. It’s a place where the heart’s many chambers are united: where God’s love and grace are revealed.
Interestingly, the Hebrew word for “reins” in this scripture denotes the very essence of a person’s being – their deepest being. It is this core of our being that God speaks to, drawing us ever closer to His perfect will.
Yet, I know all too well the bitterness that can arise from betrayal. It’s like a poison that seeps into the heart, slowly consuming until you’re left with nothing but anger and hurt. For a time, I built a wall around my heart to protect myself from being hurt again. But I soon realized that this wall was not only keeping out the pain but also the blessings that God had in store for me.
A close friend reminded me that not everyone is out to hurt me. Spiritual walls would block me from blessings. on life’s greatest blessings by keeping that wall up. This friend has always been a guiding light, a mentor that I believe, God ordained for me.
So, I’ve learned to trust the Holy Spirit to guide me and teach me to discern what is right and just. It’s not always easy to let go of the past and embrace the future, but
Know that God’s plans for you are good and that He will never lead me astray. A heart that’s transformed by God, is pure.
“He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord.” Psalm 112:7 KJV
I’ve often been guilty of going to bed, covering my head to the weight of discouragement. “I’m tired of dealing with this Lord.”
“Take up your bed and walk.” I’d turn over tightening the blankets around my body and pressing my head into the pillow. “Take up your bed and walk.” I slid the blankets over my head wrapping them tight around my head like a hood. As if that would block out those words. They became louder in my spirit, “Darlene, take up your bed and walk.” He would repeat the words until finally, I’d get up. “Read about the man who had no help getting into the pool of Bethesda.”
“Lord, You’ve spoken this to me many times. I’ve read it over and over.”
“Read it, again, listen, and be quiet.” So, I did. Too often we believe we’ve received all there is out of some events in the Bible. No, we will always get a deeper meaning out of it. That’s why the Word never dies or we will never get everything out of it at once.
Angels came to the pool of Bethesda during a certain season to stir healing waters. I’m sure of this that Jesus wasn’t there by chance. For thirty-eight years the lame man missed getting in. (John 5:1-15) Jesus asked a certain lame man a question. “Will you be made whole?”
“Sir, I have no one to help me in the pool. When I do someone steps before me.” Jesus said, “Rise, take up your bed and walk.” Immediately he did. The Jews resisted the act saying it was against the Sabbath law. Here’s what they missed.
My grandmother would guide me, “Darlene, when you go to bed meditate upon His word. He’ll speak to you. A bed in the Bible represents a place of meditation. Psalm 63:6-8 says, “When I remember thee upon my bed, and meditate on thee in the night watches.
Because thou hast been my help, therefore in the shadow of thy wings will I rejoice. My soul followeth hard after thee: thy right hand upholdeth me.”
In the book Daniel 2:28, a bed is a place of meditation. God gave the king dreams. 1 Samuel 3:3, Samuel was lying in his bed when the Lord called him. He got up. Although Eli sent him to bed the Lord continued to call him out of his bed. He didn’t sleep because God wanted him to take the revelation and walk with it, put it into action.
When God gives us a revelation, He doesn’t want us to sleep on it. He wants us to take what we receive, hook our arms through it, and carry it on our backs.
The Lord is saying, “Take My promises write them on the tables of your heart to never forget. Take up your promise and walk. Because that promise has made you whole.
The silence that hangs in the air can be an agonizing weight on your soul. It’s as if the world has gone quiet and you’re left alone with your thoughts and questions. You feel like nobody can relate to the wrestling match going on inside your head, as questions float above hope and the unknown factor of “what’s next” constantly sounds an alarm. The darkness that lingers seems to mock you, reminding you of your struggle and making you wonder if you’ll ever find a way out.
Job knew this kind of darkness all too well. He was a man who had everything he could want – a comfortable life, a loving family, and loyal friends. But when Satan challenged him, God allowed Job’s life to be stripped away, leaving him with nothing but his thoughts and questions. Even his friends turned against him, pointing to his afflictions as evidence of his fate. But through it all, God remained with Job, a constant presence amid his struggle. Though everything Job knew was gone, he never lost his faith in God.
We cannot trust or rely on what we see, hear, think, or feel. There is a veil surrounding God as His works. In time He will reveal His glory in those impossible situations.
“For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.” Galatians 6:8-10 KJV
Thank you, Tommy Bailey, for the use of your beautiful photography! God bless you!
Constantly David found himself fleeing from King Saul. One moment he sang his praises, the next he sought to destroy him. (1 Samuel 27:1) Saul’s jealousy consumed him. God was on David’s side. Saul stepped over the boundaries of God’s command. (I Samuel 28:18)
This morning in prayer something came unexpectantly from my mouth. “I decree and declare the enemy will stop before he gets started! I decree and declare, “A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand; but it shall not come nigh thee.” (Psalm 91:1 KJV)
After reading 1 Samuel 31:3 God gave me something powerful, a weapon for spiritual warfare. Psalm 81:10 is God’s promise, “Open your mouth wide, and I will fill it.”
Saul wanted his amour-bearer to draw his sword on him and take his life. Samuel the prophet already warned him he with Israel would lose the battle with the Philistines.
Saul fell on his sword without manipulation. The amour bearer was justified but Saul fell on the weapon he wanted to destroy David with. Realize today that in Christ we are justified. Those who come with evil agendas will fall by the condemnation of their tongue.
Realize in time those who devised a weapon called deceit will in time fall into their weapon.
“What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?” Romans 8:31 KJV
Thank you, Tommy Bailey, for the use of your photograph! God bless you!
I had to share this with you written by Magi G. It’s a reminder that God is still recreating us! This really ministered to me.
You Make All Things New 🔥🙌
There is beauty in the broken.
Do you know what Kintsugi is? It is a Japanese art that repairs broken pottery with gold, rendering a new piece that is more exquisite than it was before the break. It literally means to join with gold.
“The story of kintsugi—this style of pottery—may be the most perfect embodiment of all our trauma-shattered lives… Instead of throwing away the broken beloved pottery, we’ll fix it in a way that doesn’t pretend it hasn’t been broken but honors the breaking—and more so, the surviving—by highlighting those repaired seams with gold lacquer. Now the object is functional once again and dignified, not discarded. It’s stronger and even more valuable because of its reinforced, golden scars.” ~Jay Wolf~
Rather than trying to hide the damage, kintsugi highlights the repair. The imperfections are what make it beautiful and valuable. A broken piece that is put back together has more of a story, seems more authentic and real, is stronger and more resilient than something that has stayed pristine. The breaking of what once was, the layered and time-consuming process of putting it back together, the mending with gold, all contribute to its value. And surprisingly, it becomes more resilient after it has been mended by kintsugi, even stronger than it was before.
God is the restorer, the Kintsugi Master who skillfully and tenderly puts the broken pieces of our lives back together. And it takes time. Like many of you, I overcame a lot of brokenness, hurt and pain in my life, but over time the Lord has incredibly restored favor, joy and peace. The process was very long but all along He was working even when I didn’t see it.
The Art Piece in this video represents just that, a shattered blue vessel that has been masterfully repaired and restored and is now even more unique and beautiful than before, with its elegant beautiful Gold layers. Now it is a one of a kind – a new and improved more beautiful piece of art. Representing that we are fearfully and wonderfully made.
This song talks about how Adonai the God and King of the Universe makes ALL THINGS NEW, and is the creator of all.
He can restore you. He can renew your joy, renew your peace, and renew your faith. He can help you be strong and help you carry on, because all brokenness can be mended and used for beauty through the power of The Holy Spirit and through the unique healing process of The Lord.
As I lay in my bed, I heard a gentle rustling sound coming from the trees outside my window. It was the sound of a cool breeze blowing through the leaves, creating a soothing melody. The night was quiet, except for the soft sounds that entered my room through the open window at the foot of my bed. The chirping of crickets added to the peaceful orchestra of sounds. It was a beautiful symphony that made me smile.
The scent of spring filled the air, carrying with it the promise of new beginnings. I took a deep breath, inhaling the sweet fragrance. It was as if the air was charged with positivity, and I felt a sense of clarity and calm wash over me. It was a moment of pure bliss, and I knew that the presence of the Almighty was with me.
As I lay there, I couldn’t help but think of the scripture that kept repeating in my spiritual ears, “God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongeth unto God.” (Psalm 62:11 KJV).” It was a reminder that in times of uncertainty, God’s power is always present.
My meditation was this, I understood the importance of studying and reading His Word. The enemy’s attack can come without warning, but being instant in and out of season prepares us. Gideon learned this lesson from God. The Lord instructed him to gather men of war, and he called 32,000 men of war. However, the enemy’s army counted 135,000. God still said there were too many, showing that His power prevails even in the face of overwhelming odds. God narrowed the army down to three hundred men. Those who drank the water from the river cupped their hand to scoop the water to drink. The men who knelt lapping water like a dog weren’t the chosen. Why? Lapping like a dog put them in a vulnerable position to be overtaken by the enemy. The ones who drank from their palm had wisdom. They could easily overtake their enemy when the enemy thought they were vulnerable. (Judges 7:5-15)
God didn’t need them to do anything except follow instructions.
“Don’t be afraid or worry about this large army, because the battle is not your battle. It is God’s battle!” 2 Chronicles 20:15
In the end, the Lord delivered the enemy in the hands of Gideon.
Tommy Bailey thank you for your beautiful photogray! God bless you!
We have all experienced the pain of hearing negative words spoken by someone. It can be hurtful when others say things, like, “You can’t do this or that right.” I have heard such phrases throughout my life, and even though I have learned to put up a shield when those arrows come flying toward my heart, they still sting.
As I meditated on these things this morning, I realized something profound through the scripture. Job’s wife said, “Dost thou still retain thine integrity? Curse God and die” (Job 2:9-10). Her words were meant to discourage and break Job’s spirit.
In these scriptures, it becomes clear that when someone speaks words that contradict what God has said, it is important to remember that God doesn’t respond to doubt. We must believe and not doubt because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind (James 1:6-8). Doubt makes us unstable, preventing us from experiencing the fullness of God’s promises.
This realization makes me search for myself and repent. I don’t want to limit God’s power in my life by doubting His promises. I have seen what God can do. I know that He is doing great things even now. However, I also understand that change takes time, and people struggle with their doubts and fears.
In conclusion, we must learn to put up a shield when negative words are spoken against us, and we must choose to believe in God’s promises, no matter what. “Therefore, I say unto you, what things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them.” Mark 11:24-25 KJV
“Faith is a way of waiting—never quite knowing, never quite hearing or seeing, because in the darkness we are all but a little lost. There is doubt hard on the heels of every belief, fear hard on the heels of every hope, and many holy things lie in ruins because the world has ruined them and we have ruined them. But faith waits, even so, delivered at least from that final despair which gives up waiting altogether because it sees nothing worth waiting for.” – Frederick Buechner, Secrets in the Dark
Tommy Bailey Thank you for the use of your beautiful photography! God bless you!
“But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.” 1 Corinthians 2:14
“I don’t understand any of this, God!” I reluctantly pushed aside my determination to understand the unknown. When we come to God with our requests, everything begins to unfold. It’s important to pray to ask the Lord to help us see people, places, and things through His eyes because our perspective often leads us astray.
Our lives become chaotic and frantic when we rely on our ways. Fortunately, God’s understanding is infinite, and He sees and knows all things. We can ask Him to help us see things from His perspective. As Psalm 147:5 says, “Great is our Lord, and of great power: his understanding is infinite.” “For if our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things.”1 John 3:20
“I unfolded the freshly washed sheets to make the bed. The bright moonlight illuminated a path on the carpet; the only sound was soft music. After completing some household tasks, I settled into my chair by the window in the living room. The soft blue light poured over the white walls through the windows, creating a beautiful view. I felt a sense of peace and assurance, and I was filled with the purity of God’s presence. I longed to hear His voice alone, without any interference from others. After a restful night this morning, I realized that we often miss God’s guidance because of people’s words, thoughts, and actions, especially in ministry. Today, I encourage you to seek God in all things and ask for clarity so that you can see what He sees.
Sometimes a short message is all we need.
And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, “This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.” Isaiah 30:21 KJV
I encourage you listen to this beautiful song and let it inspire you.
WRITING GOD'S VISION----AUTHOR DARLENE JUANITA CONARD 
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