Dear Friends, As I encountered the Lord in prayer today, I felt great encouragement in the Spirit. I could see the battles raging in the Spirit, yet I heard the Lord say that in these times of turmoil, those who LISTEN will hear His voice LOUDER and MORE CLEARLY than ever before. The enemy's warfare is substantial; even relentless. Yet I saw that believers who responded with INSTANT OBEDIENCE to the words, strategies, or instructions the Lord gave personally would find places of DEEP REST and SUSTAINED STRENGTH that were available no other way. It is essential right now to enter into Christ's rest, which is found only in the higher realms of the Spirit. Responding obediently to what you hear positions you for immediate renewal and greater protection. There is a growing intensity to the battles in the spirit all around the world. Many believers are sensing a significant increase in warfare. The enemy wants you to believe that these battles are your fault or of your own making. Do not believe the lies! The Lord wants to bring you to the place of PEACE and GRACE in Him where you are functioning above the storms. (Ephesians 1:2-3.) I received several visions during prayer which revealed the Lord’s deep desire to replenish in His Body what the enemy has stolen through long-term battles. HEART TO HEART RESYNCHRONIZATION In one vision, I saw people crying out to the Lord in the heat and confusion of war. As Jesus responded to their cries by stepping into the thick of the battle, heaven’s hosts began engaging in the Spirit. The Lord’s magnificent Presence surrounded those who cried out, filling the battlefield and creating a wide space on the land all around the warriors. Angels then pushed back demonic hordes to the periphery of the battlefield while Jesus communed with His Warrior Bride. As the Bride drew near to the Lord, I saw a RESYNCHRONIZATION OF HEARTS begin to take place. Positioning herself to stand directly in front of the Lord in the Spirit: heart to heart, face to face, and hands to hands, the Bride was able to receive impartations of strength and grace directly from Him, even while the battles continued to rage around her. This close intimacy and interaction with the Bridegroom was key to calming DEMONIC ADRENALINE SURGES the enemy was stirring up. As human heartbeats resynchronized to the Divine heartbeat, peace, focus, and clarity for the battle was restored. There is a place of deep impartation for those who will come in close to the Lord right now, face to face; allowing Him to touch, breathe, and supernaturally release the comfort of His love. Engaging with Jesus in intimate proximity resets the heart and calms the racing anxiety and turmoil within. Do not miss your appointed times in the Presence of the Lord! Daniel engaged with the Lord at least three times a day in the midst of his work schedule. Because he did this, he could enter even the lion’s den with great peace, trusting in the Lord’s protection. HONEY FROM THE ROCK In a second vision, I saw the Lord Jesus extending a honeyed scepter, like a honey dipper, to his Bride so that she could taste heaven’s sweetness and receive fresh strength for her battles. One taste of heaven’s honey released not only strength but also PROTECTION and an ANTIBIOTIC IMMUNITY that only Heaven could give. Supernatural sweetness became an antidote to the enemy’s warfare. In the midst of an ancient biblical battle, Saul's son Jonathan took a taste of honey from the ground in the forest. The honey brightened his eyes and removed the weariness he was facing as he warred. Although Saul had forbidden his army from tasting any food during the battle, it was considered right for Jonathan to be strengthened in this way. (See 1 Samuel 14.) I see a divine release of heavenly honey right now that is meant to strengthen battle-weary Kingdom warriors. War is raging in the spirit, but as weary warriors choose to come aside and rest with the Lord, they are given the sweetness of His Presence and the taste of Promised Land honey to sustain them in battle. By remaining in the “sweet spot” of the Lord’s Presence and allowing Him to feed them, wise believers are being prepared for the battles ahead. The words Jesus speaks as they interact with Him become the keys to their victories. LIKE A ROARING LION In Judges 14, warrior-judge Samson is going down to Timnah when he is attacked by a roaring young lion. The Spirit of the Lord rushes upon Samson mightily and he tears the lion to pieces with his bare hands. Later, when Samson returns to the lion’s carcass, he finds it full of bees and honey. He eats and takes some home to his family and they also eat the sweet reward of his victory. Hands speak of giftings. Samson's story is a beautiful picture from the Lord, revealing that as we rely upon God’s gifts and graces in our lives (not our own strength), we are ultimately able to feast off of that which the enemy sends to consume us. The sweet taste of honey is just one of the blessings of your spiritual Promised Land! Heaven’s honey is powerful in its effects. It is a sign that you will overcome the enemy, who acts like a roaring lion, as you take your Promised Land! Psalm 81:16 says: “With honey from the Rock I would satisfy you.” In the midst of your present battles, Jesus is inviting you to taste and see that He is good! The anointed Bride of Christ is to have the taste of honey and milk under her tongue (Song of Songs 4:11.) Jesus's scrolls of revelation release sweetness and encouragement in every battle. This sweetness is part of your God-given inheritance! (Ezekiel 3:3.) Do not give up and do not remain in a place of hopelessness, weariness, or despair. Receive the sweet outpouring of "honeyed" strength and grace from the Lord that will sustain you. Return to your place of rest and use intimacy as a weapon of war. The Lord Himself is fighting for you! ~Deborah 
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AuthorA severe hearing loss from childhood caused Deborah Perkins to develop what she now calls her secret weapon: tuning in to God's voice. A Wellesley College graduate and an award-winning writer, Deborah is now a wife and mother of 3 boys. Deborah has devoted over 25 years to professional and lay Christian ministry in New England and beyond. Her passion is inspiring people to cultivate greater intimacy with God. 
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