Small Straws In A Soft Wind - July

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July 1: Put first things first. Your well being will depend on your faithfulness to your Creator. Refuse to worry about your material needs and desires; your focus needs to be on developing true and honest relationship to God in the Spirit. Remember 1 Corinthians 3:7 that it is neither he who plants is anything, nor he who waters, but God who gives the increase. Matthew 6:33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

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July 2: For those who have taken the time and spent the effort to deal with the issues facing you, the reward of your efforts is now at hand. Breakthrough is imminent. You will experience a sense of relief and freedom that has been out of your reach until now. Well done! Galatians 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage.

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July 3: Stop and take a personal inventory of how you manage your resources. I speak of time, money, energy, and concentration. Productivity in the world is not the same as spiritual productivity. You are set in this world to establish My kingdom in all things. It is My desire for you to become a better steward of all that you have been given and all that you have been given to do. I will direct your steps, says the Lord. Matthew 6:24 No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be loyal to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon.

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July 4: I will make a way where there seems to be no way. And, I will shine a light on the path before you so that you do not stumble or fall. Allow Me to be your partner in life and trust that I will open and shut doors appropriately. You have not been this way before so you will need My wisdom and guidance. It is My will that you prosper in all that you do. 1 Corinthians 2:9 But as it is written: Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.

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July 5: Refuse to allow circumstances to be upsetting; they are but a fleeting moment in time. Rather focus on things everlasting. Your spiritual well-being is beyond the reach of human intervention and cannot be altered or modified by any outside force. Your covenant with Me cannot be broken by anyone but you. Maintain eternal perspective. Mark 16:16-18 He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will follow those who believe: In My name they will cast out demons; they will speak with new tongues; they will take up serpents; and if they drink anything deadly, it will by no means hurt them; they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.

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July 6: Look beyond your distractions to reconnect with Me. It is time to get back on the narrow path that leads to life. Your condition spiritually, mentally, and emotionally depends on your ability to concentrate and be done with external religious exercise. It is time for you to truly walk and live in the Spirit. Matthew 7:13-14 Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it.

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July 7: There is a shift in your spiritual atmosphere, which will allow you to overcome hindrances that have slowed down or even stopped your progress. You will now be able to extricate yourself from what has seemed to be an endless wait for breakthrough. Get ready. Psalm 42:11 Why are you cast down, O my soul? And why are you disquieted within me? Hope in God; for I shall yet praise Him, the help of my countenance and my God.

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July 8: When a spirit of fear invades your thoughts, remember who you are in Me. You know that you can trust Me. You have seen Me work in your life over and over again. Refuse to be overcome by fear, and stand in bold faith that you will overcome by the power of My Spirit. I am with you to bring you through to victory. 2 Timothy 1:7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.

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July 9: Your days of transition have defined you and will reveal more completely your strengths and weaknesses. This revealing of your true nature will equip you for the next leg of your journey. You will look back on this time as vital to your spiritual development even though it has sometimes been difficult to navigate. Your commitment to the Lord God Almighty will be rewarded. Isaiah 42:9 Behold, the former things have come to pass, and new things I declare; before they spring forth I tell you of them.

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July 10: Pay attention and watch for valuable insights that will prepare you and facilitate your spiritual development. You are ready to proceed and take the next step in a series of actions and understanding necessary to this vital process of spiritual growth. I have called you, My people, to a closer walk with Me, and that will require that you leave behind the hindrances that keep you from intimacy with Me, says the Lord. Proverbs 4:12 When you walk, your steps will not be hindered, and when you run, you will not stumble.

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July 11: In a vision I saw someone walking on a railroad track, and I heard the Lord say: You are on the right track, but that does not mean that everything you do will produce the results you desire. You want your decisions to be perfect, but often there are things you do not completely understand that will yield a different result. Refuse to allow disappointment to cause you to give up. Try again and this time trust Me to bring perfection. Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.

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July 12: Before you can advance spiritually, you must truly forgive those you have held a grudge against. They may be in the wrong, but so are you for resenting them. It is time to admit your ill will, let go, and move on. You must forgive if you wish to be forgiven. Matthew 6:14-15 For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

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July 13: I see your heart, and I know that you are feeling a little disoriented and lost. World conditions and the tragedy of inhumanity to man is disconcerting to say the least, but you must find your place of peace and safety in Me. Your strength comes from your relationship with Me as you walk in spiritual reality. Make a difference where you can by extending kindness to others. Ephesians 4:32 And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ forgave you.

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July 14: There are still things that you know you need to put to rest, that have nagged at you for some time and that you have put off. It is time to face the challenges that seem difficult regardless of your fear of failure. It will be easier than you imagined it would be. I am with you to lead the way, but you must take the first step, says the Lord. Hebrews 13:6 So we may boldly say: The Lord is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?

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July 15: Many of you have become entangled in things that you need to break free from. It was easy to get involved, but not so easy to walk away from. Do yourself a favor and release yourself from the snares that are holding you back from the liberty that you deserve. It will require your quiet and insistent resolve, but you can do this if you set your mind and heart on deliverance. John 8:36 Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.

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July 16: Beloved, when circumstances require your energy and attention, you must still be aware of the impact you have on others. Do not lose yourself in the process of attending to worldly concerns. In these days it is of even more importance to maintain connection with Me. Stay focused. Psalm 20:7 Some trust in chariots, and some in horses; but we will remember the name of the Lord our God.

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July 17: There are times when you must speak and times when you must be silent. I would have you speak when it is appropriate, but be silent in My presence so that you can receive My wisdom, especially as it applies to solutions to difficult problems. You need My help in navigating the struggles of life, says the Lord. Stay close. Zechariah 2:13 Be silent, all flesh, before the Lord, for He is aroused from His holy habitation!

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July 18: You cannot go back to another day and time when life seemed more simple and pure, but you can live in the integrity of that time and bring those values into the present. It is up to you to live in simplicity and purity by My Spirit. You can exhibit the sweetness of My presence in every encounter if you desire to do so. Matthew 18:2-4 Then Jesus called a little child to Him, set him in the midst of them, and said, "Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore whoever humbles himself as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven."

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July 19: Often things seem to be too complicated to understand, but that is because you are trying to comprehend as a whole. You must break down each component of whatever is overwhelming you and, like a jigsaw puzzle, deal with one piece at a time. You do not live life one year at a time or one month at a time, or even one day at a time. You live from moment to moment. Trust Me to give you the wisdom you need for each moment. Philippians 4:6-7 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

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July 20: Indecision is no man’s land. There are no answers there and no place to go. You need to fill your thoughts with Me, seek My face, and come into My presence where I can give you direction and guidance. Wait for My wisdom about every situation. Stand still until you have clarity, and do not fret. James 1:5-8 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.

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July 21: Align yourself with My timing. Your submission and cooperation in carrying out My will are vital as the elements of change fall into place for a smooth transition into the next phase of existence. Never doubt the ability of My Spirit to usher you into divine order. You will indeed fulfill My plans and purposes for your life if you stay the course. Proverbs 3:6 In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.

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July 22: Curb your frustration. It does no good to spew out your dissatisfaction and criticism. What you dislike in others mirrors what you dislike in yourself. Deal with your own shortcomings and imperfections and have compassion on those around you. You will be judged with the same measure that you judge. Be kind. Matthew 7:1-5 Judge not, that you be not judged. For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you. And why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye, but do not consider the plank in your own eye? Or how can you say to your brother ’Let me remove the speck from your eye; and look, a plank is in your own eye?’ Hypocrite! First remove the plank from your own eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye.

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July 23: Those who have been diligent will begin to see the fruit of your labor. In some cases it has been a long and arduous undertaking, but you have stayed the course without losing heart. Enjoy the reward, but do not presume that life and circumstances will get any easier. However, you are well able to face any challenge with the help of My Spirit. Colossians 3:23-24 And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ.

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July 24: Go with the flow of change. I know where I am taking you, and every adjustment is for the purpose of your growth and development in the Spirit. I am drawing you closer to Me so that your eyes will be open to see. You will begin to perceive yourself apart from the filter of self-protection and justification, which will help you discern all that is true and good. Stay connected. Hebrews 5:14 But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.

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July 25: I heard the Lord say: Go deep! Refuse to get stuck in what you already know religiously, and look for a deeper spiritual understanding of Who I am and who you are in Me. Move into the realm of spiritual reality where My Word is not just a fable, but is the plan by which you live your life here and now and for eternity. You are in a crucial time where you must choose to grow or you will become dormant. 2 Peter 3:18 but grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory both now and forever. Amen.

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July 26: I seek to bestow a special blessing on those with a heart of humility who have truly forgiven all who have used, abused, or offended you. Will you be one of those who will receive the blessing? Will you forgive as I have forgiven you? Come to Me with a pure heart and clean hands, and I will bring restoration, refreshment and renewal. Psalm 24:3-5 Who may ascend into the hill of the Lord? Or who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who has not lifted up his soul to an idol, nor sworn deceitfully. He shall receive blessing from the Lord, and righteousness from the God of his salvation.

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July 27: Sometimes it feels like you are the only one who is doing good and that the world around you is out of control evil. But, I say to you that it does not matter what others are thinking, saying, or doing. You are not responsible for anyone but yourself. Your greatest asset in life is maintaining righteousness and living in peace by grace. Galatians 6:9 And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.

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July 28: Examine yourself to see what you have been obsessing about. It will be something that dominates your thoughts. Truthfully, you cannot move forward until you release that obsession to Me and allow Me to direct your steps and to give you wisdom that can give you some relief. Shift your focus from flesh to Spirit. Isaiah 26:3 You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.

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July 29: Be strong and unwavering in your faith. You are not praying to an imaginary deity. You are praying to a living God whom you can trust with all your heart. Do not be afraid because I am with you to lead, guide, direct and protect you. Only believe. Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.

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July 30: Internal work is still the order of the day. I will show you things about yourself that need correction. Allow this supernatural work to be done that will bring you to a new level of spiritual integrity. The result will be a genuine change of heart that allows My blessings to flow in your life unhindered. Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?

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July 31: You are unsettled about several aspects of your life and undecided about your course of action. Ask of Me, and I will give you understanding and wisdom in the things that are still puzzling. Do not despair, but know that I am leading you in the way you should go. Lean on Me! James 1:5-6 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind.