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.
Magic erasers are amazing! They can remove all sorts of markings and stains from surfaces, and when used on dingy white surfaces, they can make them look brand new! I was thinking about how incredible this technology is and I wondered why we can’t have a magic eraser that could wipe away unpleasant memories. As I sorted laundry, I said aloud what had been weighing heavily on my mind: “I wish I could just wipe everything away, every single thing.” As I continued with my chores, I talked to God about this internal struggle. I know that God forgets when we put our mistakes under the blood, and I found comfort in sharing my thoughts with Him.
God reminded me that we have an adversary seeking diligently to destroy His people. Nothing would make Satan happier than seeing a child of God fall and not get up. Revelation 12:10 says the accuser comes before God, day, and night, to accuse the brethren. Accuse them of what? Anything he can use to afflict pain, bring self-hatred, or hatred for another human being, question God, and so many other things. That’s why it’s important to be prayerful and submerse ourselves in His word. You can take this piece of bread, break it down, and slowly eat it. Could it be that one of many reasons we remember is to learn from our mistakes, how to withstand the next challenge, and how to use the word of God? I’ve learned God doesn’t waste anything. One night, I heard God speaking to me through a dream. “Darlene, I was with you here, here, and. He reminds me that I was never alone, nor would there be a first. Yes, it’s painful to remember. Yes, some situations are devastating. It’s hard to imagine getting through another day or having a peaceful night’s sleep.
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalms 46:1 KJV
… “lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.” Matthew 28:20 KJV
“No temptationhas overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be temptedbeyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” (1 Corinthians 10:13 KJV) Paul wrote this in his letter to Corinth because it’s true. God will not allow satan to push us to the edge.
The accusations that come forth constantly will not come to pass. We must hold on, keep praying, and keep believing the Lord will do what He promised. Romans 4:25 and 5:1 say through Christ, we are justified, and through Him we are defended by the shedding of His blood.
Keep that armor on! “Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.” Ephesians 6:11 KJV
Why do people believe lies as truth and truth as lies? Have you ever wondered why people tend to believe lies as truth and truth as lies? It’s a perplexing phenomenon that we see all around us. We live in a world where misinformation and deceit can spread rapidly, while facts and evidence are often overlooked or dismissed. It’s time to start questioning our beliefs and seek the truth. Let’s challenge ourselves to think critically and examine the evidence before accepting anything as true. Only then can we hope to distinguish between what is real and what is not, and make informed decisions based on facts rather than falsehoods.
Galatians 6:7-8 says, “Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.”
God is very adamant about being sober-minded. Think about it, an intoxicated person is under the influence of alcohol. Influence is the power to sway someone into going a certain way.
“Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:” 1 Peter 5:8 KJV
When we allow the worries and troubles of life to consume us, we become mentally intoxicated and our ability to be alert diminishes. Therefore, it is important to stay mindful and conscious of our surroundings, even during chaos. Only then can we tackle the challenges of life with a clear mind and a focused approach.
“Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Matthew 26:41 KJV
Let us seek truth with all our hearts!
And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.John 8:32 KJV
A need to explore through my Bible became more crucial than sleep. Slipping my hands beneath my pillow, I felt around until I discovered its presence. My grandma had a unique way of choosing a Bible by opening it up and stroking her hand across the pages.
Certainly, it’s no comparison to any book on this earth. It’s very much alive! It contains the answers to everything life hurls our way. From page to page, it records the victories and the downfalls of mankind. Kings, priests, warriors, prophets, the ill-struck, and so much more. At one time, I pondered on nameless individuals in the Bible. There’s the adulterous, the centurion whose servant came eye to eye with death, the servant himself, the woman with the issue of blood, and many more. They all have one thing in common: refusal to accept their state of being thrust them into redemption, Jesus. Names aren’t necessary; their faith is. Surely there is someone, more than one can fill in the signature line saying, “I have an issue of blood. How can I be delivered from prostitution?” Drug alcohol addictions? Yes, there is a fix that will not have side effects: anything and anywhere there is a need. Jesus is the answer!
“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 2 Timothy 3:16 KJV
There is a song called Dust on The Bible, written by Mac Wiseman. I’ll be the first to confess many times that I have failed to pick my Bible up to read due to discouragement or becoming too busy and tired. God forgive me!
“He came unto his own, and his own received him not. But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God. And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.” John 1:11-14 KJV
God sets in a place by Himself. Hebrews 6:13 describes the sincerity of promoting Abraham’s promise of fathering a great nation. … “Because he could swear by no greater, he sware by himself,” says it all.
I desire to go beyond the outer courts and into His throne room, His personal domain.
Mary came into alignment for God’s purpose by declaring these words, “Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word.” (Luke 1:38 KJV)
Mary who the angel of the Lord called highly favored, didn’t have it easy by no means. Being highly favored meant persecution, pain, sacrifice.
She became a different person the moment the Holy Ghost overshadowed her. You can’t hide a visitation from God. Moses had to wear a veil over his face after being in the presence of God on the mountain. The radiancy of God’s glory permeated on his face. (Exodus 34:33)
Her womb bore more than a child. “Mary you are carrying a prophecy, a prophecy that the enemy will do all that’s in his power to destroy. Evil will arise from its throne. Fear not, for light will always swallow shadows. It is written, “And there appeared a great wonder in heaven; a woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and upon her head a crown of twelve stars: And she being with child cried, travailing in birth, and pained to be delivered. And there appeared another wonder in heaven; and behold a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and seven crowns upon his heads. And his tail drew the third part of the stars of heaven, and did cast them to the earth: and the dragon stood before the woman which was ready to be delivered, for to devour her child as soon as it was born. And she brought forth a man child, who was to rule all nations with a rod of iron: and her child was caught up unto God, and to his throne. And the woman fled into the wilderness, where she hath a place prepared of God, that they should feed her there a thousand two hundred and threescore days. And there was war in heaven: Michael and his angels fought against the dragon; and the dragon fought and his angels, And prevailed not; neither was their place found any more in heaven. (I will do a breakdown of these scriptures in depth)
Her position before the earth’s foundations were laid was to carry the promise that the enemy despised. He devised in every wicked way possible to stop her from delivering our Savior. Yes, earthly kings arose in haste to protect their rein. It wasn’t about flesh and blood, it was against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. (Ephesians 6:12) This battle would only be won by standing tall and strong on bended knees.
Don’t you see Beloved, Satan hates the promises and calling that’s in your spiritual womb. Take your promise and remind the enemy God said it and it shall come to pass!
This is a year of flourishing. Let God give you the strength to birth spiritual things.
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” John 3:16 KJV
After turning from a day’s work, I lay silently still, listening for God’s direction in matters.
A friend who lives in Georgia sent me a video that a lady posted. She clicked on the white rabbit icon, which took her to an information site without words. It needed to be decoded; she couldn’t break down the message. I text her back, saying, “It reminds me of the writing on the wall in the book of Daniel. God interrupted the king’s party using stolen vessels from His temple. Sounds familiar, doesn’t it? (Daniel chapter 5)
As I lay still, praying for God to speak to me as to what to write about, this is it. He’s loud and clear! This message may not be received; that’s ok. I’m doing what I do, relaying a message from God.
Jesus said, “He that hath ears to hear, let him hear.” (Matthew 11:15 KJV) Revelation 2:17 also says, “He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches;” …
King Belshazzar’s arrogance got him in deep trouble. He was king; he could do what he wanted. God crashed his abominable celebration in honor of a nonexistent entity, a golden statue. In the midst of drunkenness, idolatry, and party guests, the finger of God came down to engrave a message on the palace walls. He called for astrologers, enchanters, and diviners, but they couldn’t interpret the writing on the wall. One remained, whose name was Daniel. He understood because God wrote it in his language, Hebrew.
During detrimental storms, villagers were seen transporting their Budas to save them. We have a God who carries us! He’s alive and well. He carries our burdens, but their gods are a burden to them.
I understand times are uncertain, and many things are weighing in the balance. Just hold on. Believe that God is doing something in the earth.
Remember Alice following the white rabbit to his hole? She discovered something unimaginable! Keep searching for truth; you’ll find it. We are about to see a shift like we’ve never witnessed. Things are not always what they appear to be.
Are we aware when God is sending messages through the prophets? Are our spiritual eyes so keen that nothing taking place in this world will budge our faith? I ask myself these questions repeatedly. I want to be alert to hearing what the Spirit is saying.
… “he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:” Daniel 2:21 KJV
Comfortably, my calico Patches sat on the small step ladder in front of an open bedroom window. Perfectly elevated, she scanned for movement outside the apartment. Occasionally, tension sat in her haunches, indicating something caught her interest. Snorts followed the beat of her thudding tail as if saying, “No nonsense!”
Sitting in front of my computer, a blank document stared back at me. Words, thoughts, and feelings were generated. Where do I find the turn-on valve so what’s inside can flow and become a message? For a moment, I sat with my eyes fixed again on my calico’s warrior mentality.
So, it began. The blanket document became clothed with a message of hope. My cat revealed her territorial instinct when something unwanted became too close to our domain. God is very protective of His children.
Trials, temptations, and closed doors aren’t abandonment. Trials become a soldering tool that seems valuable to kingdom warriors. Temptation escalates a resilience in us we’ve never encountered. A friend and I discussed drawing closer to God and regaining ground. Desolate places become sacred ground, holy ground. Now, I understand more than ever how important our spiritual deserts and valleys are. Ruble, deadness, and absence are swallowed up when we invite Jesus on the journey. Stagnation flees when we speak, “God, I’m weak, but You are strong in me.” The overpowering stench from the drought will fade upon the arrival of The Lily of the Valleys.”
Beloved, it’s going to look as if nothing good is emerging. Speaking from experience, I understand. Overwhelming circumstances target every ounce of hope, swollen eyes reveal a broken heart, numbness sets in dulling senses, and desertion continually screams, “You are all alone! Nobody Cares!” Don’t entertain it, not even for a moment!
Jesus says, “I am the rose of Sharon and the lily of the valleys. As the lily among thorns, so is my love among the daughters. As the apple tree among the trees of the wood, so is my beloved among the sons.”
We must declare, “I sat down under his shadow with great delight, and his fruit was sweet to my taste. He brought me to the banqueting house, and his banner over me was love. Stay me with flagons, comfort me with apples: for I am sick of love. His left hand is under my head, and his right hand doth embrace me.” Song of Solomon 2: 1-6 KJV Make these places Holy Ground; it’s your domain. One day, you’ll be able to see evidence of God’s power when you didn’t!
He walked up and down the path of burning stones, each step resonating with a song of praise that escaped his lips. Lucifer, in a cloak adorned with precious jewels, radiated a glow of God’s brilliant purity. Sardius, topaz, diamond, beryl, onyx, jasper, sapphire, emerald, carbuncle, and gold adorned his celestial attire, mirroring the splendor of God’s magnificent craftsmanship.
With timbrels and voice, he poured forth his devotion, his voice echoing through the heavens. Up and down the Holy Mountain he danced, a symphony of joy and reverence. His every movement proclaimed the glory of the One who sat upon the throne. “Glorious is the Lord, He reigns! He reigns! Oh, He reigns! Holy is He!” His jeweled torso shimmered, capturing, and reflecting the brilliance of God’s divine light, a spectacle akin to the sun’s rays on fragmented glass.
Yet, within the depths of his heart, a yearning stirred. He longed for more than mere adoration and exultation towards the Holy One. A seed of ambition germinated, entwining its roots around his very being, consuming him whole. “I am an anointed cherub,” he whispered to himself. “Why should I not be the one on the throne?”
But in the heavens above, the Almighty One saw through Lucifer’s desires. “Lucifer,” His voice thundered, shaking the very foundations of eternity. “You have arrogantly set yourself against the One who created you. Your beauty and talent, once adorned in glory, now lay in the depths of the grave. You will never overpower the Almighty One! Your fate is sealed, for you are destined for the depths of hell!”
And so it was, in that fateful moment, that the fallen cherub’s rebellion came crashing down. No longer a favored and illuminated being, Lucifer was cast into darkness, forever to dwell in the depths, a fallen star that lost its heavenly gleam. Ezekiel 28
We know that God always wins!
Jesus said, “ I beheld Satan as lightning fall from heaven.
“I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty.” Revelation 1:8 KJV
“God use me for Your glory! Give me the heart of a servant,” flowed from my soul every time my knees bore into my bedroom carpet. At the time I was a born again convert whose heart transformed from a cold, dark, bitter hard stone to being fervent, compassionate, full of God’s light. I meant every word! It felt so good to no longer be bound by those heavy weights! Those prayers ushered me right into multiple trials coming from every direction!
I continued, “God use me for Your glory! Give me a heart of a servant!” Sometime afterwards an evangelist testified about praying for God to use him. He goes on to explain that kind of prayer is a prayer of surrender. The outcome will determine our level of submission to God. The invitation releases trials. He too wondered, “Why is it the harder I pray for God to use me, everything hits at once?” I don’t know where to begin with what I learned. Dare I say, God used me for bait. (laughing) He certainly puts us on the spot!
“Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.” (Proverbs 27:17 KJV) I’ve heard this, it makes sense. The reason you bother some people is because you bother their demons. So much truth is in that. As glory a carrier within them are revealed. Here is the two-edge sword.
Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. “Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you” … James 4:7-8
There is a price to pay for the anointing. You may be saying, “Darlene, Jesus paid the price at Calvary.” He bled and died and resurrected defeating hell. He never promised afterwards life would be a bed of roses. He promised strength, direction, grace, and mercy.
God used my grandmother so mightily to help people. She paid a price; she certainly went through the fire. From accusations to mockery, she stood firmly on the gospel. She inspired me with the way she prayed for her enemies, clothed, fed those without, visited the sick and made herself available. Through her obedience the Lord revealed Himself to her through visions, dreams and angelic visitations. “Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: but rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.”1 Peter 4:12-13 KJV
I look back at those times, the heat of the battle seemed more than I could bear.
“What a Friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear! What privilege to carry everything to God in prayer!”
“O what peace we often forfeit, O what needless pain we bear, all because we do not carry everything to God in prayer. Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble anywhere? We should never be discouraged; take it to the Lord in prayer. Can we find a friend so faithful who will all our sorrows share? Jesus knows our every weakness; take it to the Lord in prayer. Are we weak and heavy laden, cumbered with a load of care? Precious Savior, still our refuge, take it to the Lord in prayer. Do your friends despise, forsake you? Take it to the Lord in prayer! In His arms He’ll take and shield you; you will find a solace there.” – Joseph Medlicott Scriven-
Joseph Medlicott Scriven wrote the song, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus, after a series of losing loved ones.
It’s true we often reject peace in exchange for satan’s lies. Our history books are full of intense wars, the strategic efforts crafted in the hands of hatred, greed, jealousy, and pride. The earth has seeped a great amount of innocent blood. Those wars were generated from an inner war, good, evil, and self.
David devised a plan to take Uriah out after learning Bathsheba carrying his child.2 Samuel 11:15. He should have been on the battlefield. He was in the wrong place; the wrong time and he fell into temptation. God wasn’t his first love. He knew Uriah didn’t belong in the frontline of the battlefield alone.
He sacrificed someone who was loyal to him. It’s heartbreaking to me! Loyalty is everything. Such devotion is priceless. Uriah didn’t have a reason to question his king. God didn’t blot him out. He was still known a man after God’s own heart. God confronted him through Samuel. David humbled himself in the sight of God. “Thou shalt not die David.” 2 Samuel 12:13
Yes, the inner war is fierce at times. There is an old Cherokee parable that explicates an inner war.
An old Cherokee is teaching his grandson about life. “A fight is going on inside me,” he said to the boy. It is a terrible fight, and it is between two wolves. One is evil – he is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.”
He continued, “The other is good – he is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion, and faith.
The same fight is going on inside you – and inside every other person, too.” The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather, “Which wolf will win?” The old Cherokee simply replied, “The one you feed.”
We wrestle with ourselves, God, and principalities of the air.
I thought long and hard on the passage in Isaiah referring to Lucifer, the fallen angel. They that see thee shall narrowly look upon thee, and consider thee, saying, “Is this the man that made the earth to tremble, that did shake kingdoms;That made the world as a wilderness, and destroyed the cities thereof; that opened not the house of his prisoners? All the kings of the nations, even all of them, lie in glory, everyone in his own house.” (Read Isaiah 14:16-18) He will narrowly be looked upon. The damage is taken into consideration; it’s quite a bit when he amounts to nothing. Think about how one thought comes to mind, a destructive thought all dressed up looking exactly right. Deviously that seed penetrates deep within our spirit. It takes root. Roots are dominant when watered well. All it needs is for you to forfeit truth.
Hold tight to truth! Seek God with all your heart, you will overcome by the blood of the Lamb!
I laugh inwardly completely understanding where Dutch Sheets was coming from. The Lord wanted him to read about the lame man at the Gate Beautiful. Leave me alone, I‘ve read that before, he thought since he didn’t want the Lord to hear him. I suppose Dutch in that moment, didn’t realized God is a discerner of our thoughts. Again, I laughed, been there done that. He went on to explain that he read it over and over until he caught on to what the Lord wanted to reveal to him.
God reminded me Gideon doubted that God could use him to win the war with the Midianites. What Gideon didn’t understand is that God wanted his willingness. (Judges 6:13-15) I’ve asked the Lord many times, “Why did you put me in the position of being an author, artist or a leader since I struggle with certain things so much?” He replied, “That I may be glorified.” It sounds foolish that God would position a dyslexic, A.D.D. person in that position. Must not believe I have a struggle with those. But I can tell you it’s all due to the Holy Ghost. Moses stuttered, slow of speech yet he experienced the presence of God like no other. (Exodus 3:11)
“God, I know those stories. I don’t want to read it again.”
“Read it again, embed it in your soul, until it’s no longer a stumbling block satan can use.”
I’m grateful that we can hear God speaking in our spirit. He promised to lead us and guide us in all truth.
The Lord may be speaking to you about something as well. Understand it’s our Heavenly Father loving us unconditionally.
God uses the impossible things and weaknesses of man to reveal His glory through.
“But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty;” 1 Corinthians 1:27 KJV
WRITING GOD'S VISION----AUTHOR DARLENE JUANITA CONARD 
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