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  GIVING GOD YOUR BEST: God does not like leftovers! Too often, we fail to offer God our best in worship, ministry and praise. In this hour, God is calling His people back to a place of pure and perfect worship... a place of sacrifice... a place where God receives our best!

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  The Prophetic Word

  Cry Aloud, Spare Not

  Date / Time: 12/5/2009 12:00 PM UTC

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  FROM A PROPHET'S HEART... In this rare episode, Prophet Joy Allen shares her personal views on ministry, the Body of Christ and the state of the Church. Tune in as she opens her heart and addresses questions/comments from callers and email messages.

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  Date / Time: 3/30/2007 3:28 AM UTC

  Would You Allow Me to Die at the Enemy's Hand?

  Am I my brother's keeper?
  
  Of course we are. The problem is that we have been deceived in our definition of "brother." Yes, the Body of Christ has been fooled into thinking that everyone who attends church and sits on a pew beside us is our brother or sister. God has really been dealing with me about this. Where is the discernment in this hour? Many of us are walking in agreement with one who would literally allow us to die at the enemy's hand, thinking they are equipped enough to battle alongside of us.
  
  Joyce Meyer said something that is so simple, yet so true. She said, "Just because people sit in church all day, we believe they are Christians. If I sit in a garage all day, does that make me a car?" Ahhh... Who are you walking with? Do you really know those who labor among you, or are you making assumptions based on your atmosphere?
  
  Do you really know your brothers and your sisters? Can you really identify those who belong to the Father?
  
  CORRECTION is something that needs to come from family. Why? If correction comes from one outside the family of God, there must be an ungodly motive. Therefore, when that correction comes, the spirit man is weakened. Boldness is lost. Plus, the person receiving is hardened and therefore unable to take correction from those who mean them well.
  
  When correction comes from a true brother or sister in Christ, however, operating as instructed by the Father, it brings growth. It brings increase. I am disturbed because BASTARD CHILDREN in the "church" have hurt the true saints to the point that the real brothers and sisters are afraid to sow into their lives. Boldness has been sacrificed. Those who do not really have God as their Father have a voice that is entirely too strong.
  
  REAL MEN AND WOMEN OF GOD, it's time for us to stand up. We should see what God sees, hear what He hears, and feel the way He feels. THEN, IT MUST BE SPOKEN. When we withhold correction, blood is on our hands. I told God that I'm tired of having the blood on my hands of those I don't even like. In some cases, I barely even know them. Yet, the blood is there because I'm constantly calling those "brothers and sisters" who are bastards in the church. True salvation, true holiness, consecration - all gone out the window, because we try to make people feel as though they belong, knowing that they don't. God never said we should adopt nor trust sin! NO MORE!
  
  I want to be a TRUE sister in Christ, one who will not allow my brother or sister to die at the hands of the enemy. I must step up and warn those who are in sin. I must walk in boldness and speak a word of correction when it is necessary. I'm realizing that it's better for me to kill the sin in another than to have the enemy kill their spirit.
  
  In the same manner, I want this from the Body. Are you truly my brother or my sister? If so, kill the flesh when you see it rise in me. YOU rebuke me before the enemy attacks and claims a victory.
  
  Jdg 9:53 And a certain woman cast a piece of a millstone upon Abimelech's head, and all to brake his skull.
  Jdg 9:54 Then he called hastily unto the young man his armourbearer, and said unto him, Draw thy sword, and slay me, that men say not of me, A woman slew him. And his young man thrust him through, and he died.
  
  1Sa 31:3 And the battle went sore against Saul, and the archers hit him; and he was sore wounded of the archers.
  1Sa 31:4 Then said Saul unto his armourbearer, Draw thy sword, and thrust me through therewith; lest these uncircumcised come and thrust me through, and abuse me. But his armourbearer would not; for he was sore afraid. Therefore Saul took a sword, and fell upon it.
  1Sa 31:5 And when his armourbearer saw that Saul was dead, he fell likewise upon his sword, and died with him.
  
  I noticed a key thing in these Scriptures. In both cases, the men would rather have been killed by those that walked with them than to have the enemy claim the victory. Hmmm.... There are some things in me that must die. I'd rather those who walk with me (as true children of God) kill them, than allowing the enemy to bring death because of my weakness. In like manner, I believe it's my duty and responsibility to do the same for those I follow and fellowship with. No matter what the cost, I don't want anyone to die at the enemy's hand while on my watch. I'd rather help you die daily, as Paul did, than watch you die one painful defeat at the hand of satan.
  
  God chastises those He loves. What about his children? Do you really love those with whom you fellowship? When was the last time you gave or received godly, encouraging correction? Selah.
  

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    PROPHETESS JOY ALLEN
  

  Sounding the Alarm!
  

  Founder, Joy of the LORD Ministries
  
  "Blow ye the trumpet in Zion, and sound an alarm in my holy mountain: let all the inhabitants of the land tremble: for the day of the LORD cometh, for it is nigh at hand;" (Joel 2:1)
  

  

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• Date / Time: 3/30/2007 3:24 AM UTC

  Of What Value is Your Gain?

  Just a few weeks ago, the Father asked me a difficult question. "What if I told you to take your name off everything you do and everything you have done? Would you still move forward in ministry? Would you still serve with the same fervency? Would you still lead people to me and speak my praises?" Honestly, my first response was "Of course I would." Yet, I answered without truly pondering over the question God asked. I didn't really meditate on how difficult that would be. I would feel so disappointed and unappreciated. I'd feel used and alone. I'd, in a sense, feel like a failure. Eventually, my response turned into a prayer. I had to ask God to show me myself. What are my real motives? How much value do I put on PERSONAL GAIN in ministry?
  
  Of course I also began to think about the Body of Christ as a whole. We can't help but gain something by worshiping God, but how much emphasis do we place on the notoriety, the prestige and the honor? How much do we long for the networking, the encouragement and the popularity? How much do we seek the stuff, the money and the gifts? What about the service and the praise? When we think about it, how many of claim to worship God just so we can gain stuff from the world?
  

  Yes, it is happening. Think of all the worldly artists whose careers have taken a dive. Where do they run? The Gospel industry. Why? Less competition and lots of consumers. Easy reception. Natalie Cole, Patti Labelle, Whitney Houston, RUN DMC, MC Hammer, Tony Terry, R. Kelly, Smokey Robinson, Al Green, Michelle Williams – and so many more. These are all examples of people who never truly converted, yet reap the benefits of a minister, or one who carries the Gospel. The worst part is that it’s our fault! The CHURCH has put so much emphasis on personal gain that we’ve forgotten about true worship. Ministry has become a business. Why do we buy the music and movies from those who are literally making a mockery of the Gospel? Why do we praise those who prostitute salvation? We do it because we have weighed personal gain more than God’s glory. Yes, we will buy a CD, lie and say that we are worshipping God though the song is written and PERFORMED by an unholy vessel, and then complain to God when He doesn’t move. How long will we care about a nice beat and a cute tune more than we care about God’s glory? When will return to the point when our integrity is more important than our personal entertainment?
  

  What is the value of your gain?
  
  Phil 3:7 But whatever former things I had that might have been gains to me, I have come to consider as [one combined] loss for Christ's sake.
  

  God really had to purge me of many things. In fact, each time I ascend to a new level in Him, there are things in my life that must be shed. There are parts of me that must be forsaken. There are gains that I must count as losses.
  

  God spoke to me many years ago and explained that He’s not moved by the success stories that many feel should afford them a special spot in “ministry.” The education, the money, the acquaintances – they don’t mean a thing if God does not receive the glory! Too often, believers rely on their worldly accomplishments more than their spiritual relationship with the Father. The anointing cannot be bought. Many are called, and few chosen. Thank God that his role book is not based on credentials.
  

  On the other hand, God is also tired of being limited and confined by our pocketbooks or lack of education. How many times have we disobeyed God because we were moved by our lack of resources more than His command? I am guilty!!! “Father, I can’t correct her. She has a doctorate degree… Lord, I can’t go there and preach. I don’t have gas money… Father, I don’t feel right telling her to fast. She is diabetic.” Yes, we all do it.
  

  God said to count it all as a loss. In other words, consider it be insignificant.
  
  Phil 3:8 Yes, furthermore, I count everything as loss compared to the possession of the priceless privilege (the overwhelming preciousness, the surpassing worth, and supreme advantage) of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord {and} of progressively becoming more deeply {and} intimately acquainted with Him [of perceiving and recognizing and understanding Him more fully and clearly]. For His sake I have lost everything and consider it all to be mere rubbish (refuse, dregs), in order that I may win (gain) Christ (the Anointed One),
  

  I must be free as I deal with this next segment of Scripture. Paul said that he counted all as loss for CHRIST’s sake, not his own. I am sick and tired of hearing Christians use their own failures as a pulpit commercial to make them look and seem holy and deep. Let’s just be real! Believers have made a habit of preaching the “Woe is me” testimony, and God is not pleased. It does not glorify the Father. The motive is wrong. So many times, I have been approached even by prophets who have nothing to impart other than a sad testimony. The worse part is that this is often their only claim to holiness. Too many have been taught that loss equals holiness. No – it’s SACRIFICE that leads to holiness. Loss and sacrifice are two different things.
  

  If I lose my home because I didn’t pay the mortgage, that’s a loss. If I give up my home at God’s instruction, that’s a sacrifice. If I lose my children because I’m a poor mother to them, that’s a loss. If God instructs me to release my children to another country for missions work, that’s a sacrifice.
  

  Yes, we want to blame God for OUR OWN FAILURES, then use it as a selling point when trying to convince others that we are holy. God is not pleased! True SACRIFICE is voluntary. True SACRIFICE is active, not passive.
  
  Phil 3:9 And that I may [actually] be found {and} known as in Him, not having any [self-achieved] righteousness that can be called my own, based on my obedience to the Law's demands (ritualistic uprightness and supposed right standing with God thus acquired), but possessing that [genuine righteousness] which comes through faith in Christ (the Anointed One), the [truly] right standing with God, which comes from God by [saving] faith.
  

  Oh, I pray that our desire will begin to line up with that of Paul’s. He did not desire anyone to think him righteous because of his own doing. That’s a very serious desire. He didn’t want to be recognized because of his obedience to God, nor his possessions or even his faith. Truly, Paul expressed a desire to be NOTHING accept a conduit of God’s grace and exaltation.
  
  Phil 3:10 [For my determined purpose is] that I may know Him [that I may progressively become more deeply and intimately acquainted with Him, perceiving and recognizing and understanding the wonders of His Person more strongly and more clearly], and that I may in that same way come to know the power outflowing from His resurrection [which it exerts over believers], and that I may so share His sufferings as to be continually transformed [in spirit into His likeness even] to His death, [in the hope]
  

  Oh, what is our PURPOSE in ministry? The Father showed me some things about my own motives that disturbed me. He showed me some things about the Body of Christ that made me cry, weep and travail in prayer. Our purpose in ministry should be simply to be intimate with the Father. Our purpose and motive should be that we want to share with Christ.
  

  When was the last time you truly suffered and gave God praise for it? Shouldn’t suffering be something we seek in ministry? We are to share the suffering and the death of Christ in order to please our Father. When was the last time someone was offended by a message you preached? When was the last time someone “uninvited” you to a conference in fear that you would shrink the crowd of attendees? Shouldn’t this be our purpose in ministry? When was the last time someone forgot your name when you were about to share the Word of God? Shouldn’t this be a reason to rejoice in ministry?
  

  FLESH DIES in the presence of true ministry. Only God is seen. Only the Father is heard. Intimacy is multiplied.
  
  Phil 3:11 That if possible I may attain to the [spiritual and moral] resurrection [that lifts me] out from among the dead [even while in the body].
  Phil 3:12 Not that I have now attained [this ideal], or have already been made perfect, but I press on to lay hold of (grasp) {and} make my own, that for which Christ Jesus (the Messiah) has laid hold of me {and} made me His own.
  Phil 3:13 I do not consider, brethren, that I have captured {and} made it my own [yet]; but one thing I do [it is my one aspiration]: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead,
  Phil 3:14 I press on toward the goal to win the [supreme and heavenly] prize to which God in Christ Jesus is calling us upward.
  

  Even in all he was willing to sacrifice, Paul recognized one thing we so often forget – HE HAD NOT YET ARRIVED! Despite all the sacrifice, Paul still had a hope. He still realized that the God he served was bigger than anything he could ever give. There was still a godly fear and reverence for him to be accepted by God. He still CONFESSED THE PRESS! Ahhhhh…

  Many of us don’t CONFESS THE PRESS because our form of ministry is too easy. It’s filled with large honorariums, shoes, purses and suits. It comes with glamour, notoriety and popularity. THERE’S NO PRESS IN MESS. Oh, it’s easy to do the thing that brings comfort to the flesh and ignores the spirit.
  

  Where are the saints who are suffering for the Lord’s sake, but are still able to bridle their tongue? Yes, I believe there are some who suffer, but truly count it a loss. No one has to hear the sob story, because God received the glory and the soul was content. Hallelujah! I pray more of us grow to this point.
  
  Where are the ones who are broke, but still give God glory? Where are the ministers who literally carry pain in their bodies because of the prayers they put forth on behalf of the people? Jesus produced sweat of blood in his prayers. When was the last time you got up from prayer with sore knees, stomach cramps, or even a dry mouth because of the spiritual warfare? PRESS… God is calling us to PRESS IN.
  

  In conclusion…
  
  Is 61:3 To grant [consolation and joy] to those who mourn in Zion--to give them an ornament (a garland or diadem) of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, the garment [expressive] of praise instead of a heavy, burdened, {and} failing spirit--that they may be called oaks of righteousness [lofty, strong, and magnificent, distinguished for uprightness, justice, and right standing with God], the planting of the Lord, that He may be glorified.
  

  For many years, this Scripture has inspired and encouraged me. Realize today that ashes must often come before God will grant beauty. Beautifying oneself while trying to hide the ashes does not bring glory to the Father. Sometimes a heavy and burdened spirit must exist before God can transform it into a spirit of praise. “Faking it until you make it” doesn’t bring Him glory. Every now and then, mourning must come before God sends joy. Denial will not bring Him glory.
  

  What is the value of your gain today? When will we realize that God doesn’t get the glory in that which we do in our own strength and intellect. Is there not a motive when we rely on our selves to do “good works.” Count it a loss, and watch God move!
  

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  PROPHETESS JOY ALLEN
  Sounding the Alarm!
  

  Founder, Joy of the LORD Ministries
  
  "Blow ye the trumpet in Zion, and sound an alarm in my holy mountain: let all the inhabitants of the land tremble: for the day of the LORD cometh, for it is nigh at hand;" (Joel 2:1)
  

  

  WEBSITES WWW.JOY-OF-THE-LORD.ORG | WWW.JOYOFTHELORDMINISRIES.ORG
  

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• Date / Time: 3/30/2007 3:21 AM UTC

  The Unsanctified Sanctuary

  Hag 1:7 Thus saith the LORD of hosts; Consider your ways.

  Hag 1:8 Go up to the mountain, and bring wood, and build the house; and I will take pleasure in it, and I will be glorified, saith the LORD.

  Hag 1:9 Ye looked for much, and, lo, it came to little; and when ye brought it home, I did blow upon it. Why? saith the LORD of hosts. Because of mine house that is waste, and ye run every man unto his own house.

  God has been speaking, or more like yelling, to me about the defilement of His house. We understand that we are the temple of the Holy Spirit, who dwells in us. Yet, we also build and dedicate temples, or churches, to our Father for the purpose of fellowship, praise and worship. Too often, however, God’s people are defiling His house in order to build up their own. The motives behind ministry and service are tainted and unacceptable to our Father.

  In the Old Testament and the New Testament church, we see numerous examples of temples and homes being dedicated to the Father as sanctuaries. These places, even when part of a private house, were set aside for fellowship, teaching and worship. They were NOT intended to be used by the “church folk” as a platform for political popularity, power or advertisement. God is angry with the egoistic monuments we are building. How dare we say they are dedicated to our God when 90% of what takes place on the grounds is not of the Father? God wants a home in which He can dwell – not a place where He is invited for 20-30 minutes once a week!

  Mat 21:11 And the multitude said, This is Jesus the prophet of Nazareth of Galilee.

  Mat 21:12 And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves,

  Mat 21:13 And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves.

  Mat 21:14 And the blind and the lame came to him in the temple; and he healed them.

  Mat 21:15 And when the chief priests and scribes saw the wonderful things that he did, and the children crying in the temple, and saying, Hosanna to the Son of David; they were sore displeased,

  Mat 21:16 And said unto him, Hearest thou what these say? And Jesus saith unto them, Yea; have ye never read, Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings thou hast perfected praise?

  Mat 21:17 And he left them, and went out of the city into Bethany; and he lodged there.

  Mar 11:15 And they come to Jerusalem: and Jesus went into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves;

  Mar 11:16 And would not suffer that any man should carry any vessel through the temple.

  Mar 11:17 And he taught, saying unto them, Is it not written, My house shall be called of all nations the house of prayer? but ye have made it a den of thieves.

  Mar 11:18 And the scribes and chief priests heard it, and sought how they might destroy him: for they feared him, because all the people was astonished at his doctrine.

  I was convicted when the Father took me back to these Scriptures. Personally, I don’t believe in having fish fries and raffles to raise money for the church. The Bible says that tithes and offerings shall keep meat in the storehouse. Still, God showed me more. He dealt with me even about the vendor’s tables, the church anniversaries, the choir concerts, the birthday parties – everything that takes place for which He is not the center focus.

  Let me be very real. The SANCTUARY SHOULD BE SANCTIFIED. That means it must be “set apart for a specific, reverent purpose.” When I was younger, children used be punished for stepping into the pulpit. It was considered to be holy ground, so we reverenced it as such. God is saying that His sanctuary is no longer reverenced. We allow everyone access to that which we dedicate to the Father, then we wonder why He refuses to dwell.

  God began to remind me of all the things we allow to enter His sanctuary – concerts, fundraisers, choir contests, political speeches, fashion shows – so many things that are not of the Father. Have we really dedicated the sanctuary to our Father, or are we simply building entertainment halls for the church?

  In the temple of God, only priests were able to enter into the Holy of Holies. The temple was sectioned off, and everyone knew they level of clearance. Most understood they could not enter beyond the outer courts, because of the reverence that was required. God began to show me that much of what we build as churches, does not glorify Him. Too many people are given access to the sanctuary. Too many worldly activities are carried out on what should be holy ground.

  It was hard to swallow, but God showed me some things I really had to think about. He asked me, “How does a Pastor’s birthday party glorify me?” That one hit me like a brick. I told God, we honor our leaders because they are men and women of God. The Father explained to me that while such honor is valid, even that does not belong in a sanctuary dedicated to Him. Why? Nothing belongs on holy ground that does not have the Father as the primary focus and motive. God even showed me weddings where those carrying evil spirits are allowed to walk on ground that should be holy.

  Of course, I thought this word was somewhat extreme at first, but God asked me again, “What are you willing to sacrifice? Is there one who would minister to Me?”

  Lev 19:30 Ye shall keep my sabbaths, and reverence my sanctuary: I am the LORD.

  Have we forgotten the Word of God? Why honor the Sabbath, but dishonor the “house of God?” Many of us allow things in churches we won’t even allow in our own homes. So many mega-churches are being built with basketball courts and meeting rooms, yet they STILL allow sin in the sanctuary – that part of the building that should be dedicated to the worship of our Father by holy and sanctified people.

  This is a prophetic word, particularly to those Pastors and Apostles who oversee churches and physical places of worship…

  Num 3:31 And their charge shall be the ark, and the table, and the candlestick, and the altars, and the vessels of the santuary wherewith they minister, and the hanging, and all the service thereof.

  Num 3:32 And Eleazar the son of Aaron the priest shall be chief over the chief of the Levites, and have the oversight of them that keep the charge of the sanctuary.

  Are you keeping charge of the sanctuary? Is the holy place set aside for the Father to dwell as He pleases? The Lord said He is overthrowing the tables of the money changers. No more selling books in the pulpit. No more vendor’s tables and sold dinners in the same place set aside for worship. No more fashion shows and concerts. They do NOT glorify the Father. They entertain the people. They stroke the flesh, and they bring in money and notoriety – not for the Father, but for YOU and YOUR MINISTRY. We are doing too many things that do not glorify God. We like to say they do, but the Father is calling us to a sober reality.

  How do choir contests glorify the Father? They don’t. How can one dare use “praise and worship” to compete for a prize and say they are bringing honor to God? Choir members, if honoring God is the true motive, why all the fancy steps of the world? Why all the vocal runs and “You betta sang, girl!” comments. It’s time to get real. We do so many things that our Father has no interest in.

  How do pastoral anniversaries please the Father? The service is called just commemorate a worldly event. Then, we try to force God to show up. I’m not saying birthday and anniversaries are bad, but the Bible says the day of a man’s death is better than the day of His birth. It’s a worldly celebration. God is not the focus. We often make him a by product rather than the source!

  God is challenging us to a new level. Dig deep, dig deep! Is the sanctuary truly sanctified? How much do we honor our physical houses of worship? Does it really look and operate like a temple in which our Father would want to dwell? Selah.

  1Ch 22:19 Now set your heart and your soul to seek the LORD your God; arise therefore, and build ye the sanctuary of the LORD God, to bring the ark of the covenant of the LORD, and the holy vessels of God, into the house that is to be built to the name of the LORD.
  

   

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  PROPHETESS JOY ALLEN
  Sounding the Alarm!
  

  Founder, Joy of the LORD Ministries
  Church Administrator, It Is Written Ministry
  
  "Blow ye the trumpet in Zion, and sound an alarm in my holy mountain: let all the inhabitants of the land tremble: for the day of the LORD cometh, for it is nigh at hand;" (Joel 2:1)
  

  

  WEBSITES WWW.JOY-OF-THE-LORD.ORG | WWW.JOYOFTHELORDMINISRIES.ORG | WWW.ITISWRITTENMINISTRY.COM
  

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• Original Air Date: 3/25/2007 4:00 AM UTC

  The Preached Word

  Acceptable Worship: Presenting a Sacrifice that Shall be Consumed
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• Original Air Date: 3/14/2007 5:00 AM UTC

  The Preached Word

  Rejected Sacrifice and the Defiled Altar
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• Original Air Date: 3/10/2007 8:00 AM UTC

  The Prophetic Word

  When prophecy is used as a weapon...
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• Date / Time: 3/3/2007 3:07 AM UTC

  Are You Hungry Enough to FAST?

  This blog was written July 31, 2005.  Yet, it goes hand in hand with our radio show topic.  Enjoy!
  
  

  CONSECRATION

  SANCTIFICATION

  HOLINESS

  
  These are the things God is requiring of us in these last days. So many Christians are falling under demonic attack. Satan is having a field day in our minds, our finances, our health... These things should not be so. Instead of standing up against adversity, we allow ourselves to be complacent, or we create excuses for the positions we're in. When will the people of God stand up and fight in the spirit realm according to the Word of God?

  
  Religion will no longer sustain us. Tradition will no longer hide us in the day of danger. I am so tired of seeing God's people try to deliver others when there is so much bondage in our own lives. Why do we try to save the children of others when our own are on the way to hell? We counsel married couples, but can't speak to our own spouses. Have mercy, God. Of course, ministry is necessary and required. However, those of us who don't handle our own houses first, are worse than the unbeliever!

  
  Human nature causes us to fight only when we get tired and frustrated. A level of frustration comes when one's hunger is not satisfied. So, are you hungry for God yet? Are you hungry for victory in the spirit and in the natural? Are you tired of being defeated on a daily basis. Are you hungry enough to fast?

  
  All week long, I have struggled with battles in my mind. I've questioned God like never before about the adversity I've been facing, the problems I'm having and all the frustration that's built up inside. I've been praying about all the attacks I am seeing against the people of God. Even more, the fact that many of us are being spiritually slain by the attacks of the enemy. I asked Him, "Lord, why are your people struggling when those in the world seem to be thriving? Why are those who are trying to live holy having such a hard time?" Well, the obvious part of the answer is that Satan always attacks where God blesses. We know this to be true. Jesus was tempted, ridiculed and tormented, so we should expect this same. Not only that, but we should rejoice when men persecute us, according to the Scriptures. Nevertheless, the Lord showed me that He is calling His people to a new level of holiness. We must SEEK Him like never before. For many of us who are maturing in God, He is not "just showing up" like He did once before. Now, we must press in and seek God's presence. He wants to take us to a new level, but we must show Him that we want more of Him. We must consecrate ourselves. When we ministry to our Father, He will minister to us in return. Turn town the plate and get in your prayer closets. This is the true battlefield. This is true spiritual warfare. This is how we move into a new level in God. Only at this new level will we experience the power and deliverance He has for us.

  Mat 17:18 And Jesus rebuked the devil; and he departed out of him: and the child was cured from that very hour.

  Mat 17:19 Then came the disciples to Jesus apart, and said, Why could not we cast him out?

  Mat 17:20 And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.

  Mat 17:21 Howbeit this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting.

  
  My God. Our Father wants to bring us to a level where we can rebuke the devil and watch him flee, just as Jesus did when he healed the young lunatick in this Scripture passage. The key is that we must move from "saved" to "holy." As many have said, "Salvation is free, but the anointing will cost you something." The Father wants to use us to perform miracles. He wants to demonstrate His power upon the earth, but our vessels must be clean. We must be completely HOLY. The Lord told me to tell His people, "I want everything." God requires complete sacrifice from us. In this day, we must be completely SOLD OUT. No more excuses. No more slacking. No more messy salvation. No more "cute" ministry. THIS IS WAR. There is no time to be cute, no time to promote your own name, no time to worry about little band-aid wounds. There is a war at hand! God's people must be hungry enough to suffer for Him. We have been given the solution for more power - prayer and fasting. So, we must get in God's face and look to Him as never before.

  
  Now, many of us say we fast regularly, but the Lord ministered to me about that as well. He wants a new level of sacrifice and most importantly, committment. If we are honest with ourselves, many of us have participated in all kinds of "man-defined" fasts and consecrations. Nevertheless, God wants us to break down our flesh and seek him on an individual basis, that our spirit man may be edified. He wants us to sacrifice for Him and ministry to Him without the recognition of men! My God! Yes, keep it to yourself. How many of us married women run and tell the whole church everytime we minister to our husbands in the bedroom? None, I hope. In the same manner, we must stop running our mouths every time we have an intimate moment with God. He wants a private relationship with each of us. He wants to glorify us, but will not do so if we glorify ourselves.

  
  NEWS FLASH: Fasting is supposed to be uncomfortable!!! Saints of God, we need to understand that a dizzy spell, an occasional headache and stomach cramps are signs of victory. It's not a sign to break the fast or eat a cracker. That means you are fasting correctly! Your body is breaking donw, and that is the whole point! We must get away from these littly "patty cake" fasting plans that we do just to make us feel good on the outside, pleasing the flesh. That's the exact OPPOSITE of what fasting should do! Don't get me wrong. For some, partial, timed fasts are quite a sacrifice. But for most of us, they are truly a joke. No food from 8:00 AM to Noon...No bread or meat for 24 hours...No desserts after sundown... Where is the real sacrifice? Then, when we do fast completely, it does no good to skip all the meals but watch television and talk on the phone all day. DENY THE FLESH! FEED THE SPIRIT! FEAST ON THE WORD AND TALK TO GOD! This is the key! This is true sanctification and consecration.

  
  Fasting and prayer. The Lord is nudging us into a new level. I feel God's hand in my back like never before. I desire to continue moving from glory to glory. A new level, a new level, a new level!

  
  How bad do you want it? Are you hungry enough to fast?

  
  Bless God!

  
  
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