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Prayers, Worship

Call to Prayer and Worship

Beloved, hear this call: the Lord knows the plans He has for you, plans to prosper you, not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future (Jeremiah 29:11). His thoughts toward you are vast and precious, more than you can count (Psalm 139:17). He is not far from you—He waits with open arms for you to turn to Him.

Come to God in Prayer

Do not delay, for now is the time to come to Him. The Lord has heard the cry of the broken-hearted and the afflicted. He heard the groaning of Israel in Egypt and delivered them by His mighty hand (Exodus 2:24). Even now, He hears your cries, your whispered prayers in the night, and the burdens you bear in silence. God promises to hear you when you call, and He will answer (Psalm 34:17). He will rescue you, for He is near to all who seek Him (Psalm 145:19).

Come to Him with your whole heart. Draw near in faith, knowing that He is ready to meet you with grace and mercy. The Lord has said, “Call to Me, and I will answer you” (Jeremiah 29:12). Behold the testimony of the prophets and saints: when Jonah cried from the depths of the sea, God heard him (Jonah 2:2). When Israel called out in distress, God delivered them time and again. His ear has never grown deaf, nor His arm short to save (Isaiah 59:1).

Let nothing hinder you, for God has promised, “Before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear” (Isaiah 65:24). This is the God who formed the heavens and the earth, who knows your every thought. He sees you, and He desires to gather you under His wings to give you rest and peace.

You are not forgotten. You are not abandoned. Come, lift your voice to the One who hears, and He will draw near to you. Come to Him in prayer, in faith, and in humility. God is faithful and just, ready to forgive, ready to heal, and ready to restore. Even now, He calls you. Will you answer?

Let Prayer Lead to Worship

As you come to God in prayer, let your heart overflow into worship. The same God who hears your cries invites you to celebrate His goodness. The psalmist calls out, “Come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the Lord our Maker” (Psalm 95:6). In the quiet place of prayer, where you encounter His presence, let your soul respond in joyful worship.

Prayer leads you into God’s courts, and worship draws you even closer. “Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise” (Psalm 100:4). Let your prayers rise like incense before Him, and your praise like the sound of many waters. Sing to the Lord a new song, for He has done marvelous things (Psalm 98:1). Lift your hands, lift your voice, for He is worthy of all you can offer.

Worship with Dance and Joy

Let your worship be more than words. The Lord delights in the dance of His people, for in this place of praise and surrender, you will experience the fullness of joy. “Let them praise His name with dancing; let them sing praises to Him with tambourine and lyre” (Psalm 149:3). As David danced before the Lord with all his might, so too are you invited to worship with every fiber of your being (2 Samuel 6:14).

Prayer and worship are inseparable—two movements of the heart toward God. In prayer, you come to Him with your needs, and in worship, you acknowledge His greatness. Both are acts of surrender, both are responses to His goodness. As you cry out in prayer, let worship spring forth, for you stand before the King of kings, who hears you and calls you His own.

Join the Call to Prayer and Worship

So come, beloved. Pray, worship, and dance before the Lord. “You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace; the mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands” (Isaiah 55:12). Even creation joins in the song of praise. Will you not join in as well?

Seek Him while He may be found, for He is near to all who call upon Him in truth (Psalm 145:18). Lift your voice, lift your heart, and come before Him in prayer and worship. He is waiting. Will you answer?

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Be Still, Visions

The Call to the Father’s Embrace: A Vision of Heavenly Love

As I stood in the stillness of my room, a voice like thunder yet tender broke through the quiet: “Come up here.” My heart raced as I recognized the call of the Lord. In an instant, the room around me dissolved, and I was transported to a place beyond the natural. The air became thick with the fragrance of heaven—sweet as incense and fresh like the morning mist. I stood at the threshold of the Almighty’s throne room.

Before me, the Throne of God radiated a light brighter than the sun, but it did not blind me. Surrounding the throne were living creatures, their voices continually echoing, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come.” Their song filled the atmosphere, vibrating through every part of my being.

Overwhelmed, I fell to the ground, my face against the glassy sea beneath the throne. Every sense was alive with the presence of God. My soul responded in worship, as though created for this very moment. Words of adoration flowed from my lips, and I was completely overtaken by the majesty of the One seated on the throne.

In the midst of my worship, His voice called again, softer yet powerful: “Come up here.” Though I feared the holiness before me, His love drew me forward. My legs trembled as I rose and approached the steps leading to the throne.

As I neared, the King of Kings rose from His seat, His glory filling every corner of heaven. He extended His hand towards me, and with a tender touch, lifted my chin, causing my eyes to meet His. His gaze was both fiery and gentle, overflowing with love.

“Come up here, my son,” He spoke once more. With ease, He lifted me and placed me on His lap. The peace of God enveloped me in a way I had never experienced. I rested my head on His chest, listening to the eternal rhythm of His heartbeat.

He began to speak—not just to me but over me. “You are My child,” He declared. “I have called you by name. No weapon formed against you will prosper. You will walk in My strength, for I am with you, and I go before you.”

His words breathed life into me, filling every part of my soul. “You will rise with wings like eagles,” He continued, “run and not grow weary, walk and not faint. I have set you apart for My purpose. You are My chosen, and through you, the nations will be blessed.”

As His words enveloped me, they became a song. His voice, filled with love, sang over me. “My beloved,” He sang, “you are Mine, and I am yours. Before the foundations of the world, I knew you. Nothing can separate you from My love.”

His hands, resting gently on me, moved in rhythm with His song. “You are the apple of My eye,” He continued, “My delight and joy. When you rise, I rise with you. My love is deeper than the seas, higher than the heavens.”

The song swirled around me, lifting me higher, pulling me deeper into His love. As the melody faded, His final words lingered in my heart: “Rest, My beloved child.”

When I awoke, it was morning, and I was back in my bed. But the memory of His love song was still fresh, the warmth of His presence remaining in my soul. I rose, ready to face the day, His words still echoing: “Come up here, My beloved.”

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Revival, Visions

Holy Longing and Divine Encounter

At an unexpected time, a vision appeared before me, vivid and overwhelming, as if reality itself had given way to the unseen realm. I stood in a vast assembly, surrounded by believers who had gathered with one purpose—to seek the face of God. The air was thick with anticipation, a fragrance of sweet incense rising from the altar, mingling with the aroma of fresh anointing oil that began to flow freely, golden and fragrant, a symbol of the Spirit’s unrestrained presence.

As I breathed in, the scent of oil and incense filled my lungs, and I could feel the warmth of the fire burning deep within my chest. The atmosphere was alive with the sound of many voices, lifted in worship, but not the familiar songs of routine. These were new songs, birthed in the moment, raw and unfiltered, as if each word was being drawn directly from the wells of living water within their souls (John 7:38). The melodies intertwined with the wind that began to stir—soft at first, like a whisper through the trees, then building into a mighty rushing force that caused the very walls to tremble (Acts 2:2).

The ground beneath my feet shook, and I could feel the vibrations moving up through my legs, reverberating in my bones. It was as though the earth itself was responding to the presence of the Almighty. Suddenly, the wind became a torrent, swirling around the assembly, and with it came a fire—holy and fierce, yet not consuming. It descended from above, resting upon each head like tongues of flame, and with the fire came a heat that penetrated to the very core, igniting hearts with a passion that could not be quenched (Acts 2:3).

In the midst of this encounter with the Lord, I looked and saw those who had lived their entire Christian lives in the familiarity of routine, their eyes opening wide in astonishment. They had come expecting the usual—a service they could sleep through, a sermon they could predict, a worship they could endure. But now, they were confronted with the reality of a God who could not be contained by their expectations. The air around them shimmered with the weight of glory, so thick it felt like the very breath of God was filling their lungs.

As I continued to behold the scene, I saw twenty-four elders seated on thrones, clothed in white robes, with crowns of gold upon their heads. Their faces were filled with awe and reverence as they cast their crowns before the throne, crying out, “Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for You created all things, and by Your will they existed and were created” (Revelation 4:10–11). Their voices joined with the sound of the cherubim and seraphim, who flew back and forth with wings covering their faces, crying out with voices that shook the heavens, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty, who was, and is, and is to come” (Revelation 4:8).

The presence of the elders added to the solemnity of the moment, their worship serving as an example to the gathered assembly. The ground continued to tremble beneath their feet, and the room filled with a thick, fragrant smoke—like the smoke of incense rising before the throne of God. It obscured my vision, yet I could feel the nearness of the Lord, so close it was as if I could reach out and touch Him. The smoke carried with it the scent of burning coals, and I saw them—glowing, fiery coals being brought forth by an angel, who touched them to the lips of the people, purifying them, setting their words on fire with the holiness of God (Isaiah 6:6–7).

The heat of the coals seared through my senses, a holy pain that was at once cleansing and empowering. I felt the fire of God settle upon my heart, burning away every impurity, every doubt, leaving only a desperate hunger for more of Him. The wind of God filled my sails, propelling me forward into the depths of His presence, where time and space no longer mattered, only the reality of the living God who was making Himself known.

And then the Lord spoke, His voice like the sound of many waters, filling the place with a reverberation that shook the very foundations. “Behold, I am coming soon. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled” (Matthew 5:6). The words were a promise, a call to awaken from the slumber of routine, to taste and see that the Lord is good (Psalm 34:8).

As the vision faded, I was left with an insatiable longing—a longing for the real Jesus, the One who cannot be confined by tradition or expectation, the One whose glory fills the temple, whose fire consumes every heart, whose wind carries us into the uncharted territories of His presence. And I knew, with a certainty that could not be shaken, that I needed this God more today than I did yesterday, and I would need Him even more tomorrow. For in this holy encounter, I had tasted the goodness of the Lord, and nothing else would ever satisfy.

A Call to the Lord

Oh, Lord God Almighty, who was, and is, and is to come, I call upon Your name. We stand before You, longing to see Your face, to experience Your unrestrained presence. Shake us from the slumber of routine, break through the walls of our expectations, and let Your glory fill our lives like never before. Let Your holy fire rest upon us, purifying our hearts, and let Your wind propel us into the depths of Your love and truth. We hunger and thirst for righteousness, knowing that only You can satisfy the longing of our souls.

Father, I pray that Your Spirit would flow freely among us, that the oil of Your anointing would pour over us, and that we would not settle for anything less than the fullness of Your presence. Fill us with the unexplainable glory of Your majesty, and let the cry of the seraphim and the worship of the elders be the cry of our hearts: “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord God Almighty.” We need You, Lord, more today than we did yesterday, and we will need You even more tomorrow. Draw us closer to You, and let our lives be a testimony of Your unfathomable goodness.

In the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and King, we pray. Amen.

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Enduring presence

The Hope of Glory

The presence of God in the life of the New Testament believer is a profound and constant assurance, rooted in the promises and revelations throughout the Bible. From Genesis to Revelation, the scriptures consistently highlight God’s unwavering presence with His people, reinforcing the theme that God is always with us, guiding, protecting, and comforting.

Genesis: Foundations of Divine Presence

The book of Genesis sets the foundation for understanding God’s presence. In Genesis 3:8, Adam and Eve hear the sound of the Lord God walking in the garden, signifying the direct and intimate relationship between God and humanity. This theme continues with God’s promise to be with His people, such as His assurances to Isaac (Genesis 26:3) and Jacob (Genesis 28:15). These promises culminate in Joseph’s story, where God’s presence is evident in every aspect of his life, even in trials and triumphs (Genesis 39:2, 21, 23).

Exodus: God’s Presence Among His People

In Exodus, God’s presence is vividly manifested. God assures Moses of His presence with Israel, leading them out of Egypt (Exodus 3:12) and guiding them with a pillar of cloud by day and fire by night (Exodus 13:22). The tabernacle becomes the central symbol of God dwelling among His people (Exodus 29:45, 40:38), and Moses experiences God’s presence directly, which is described as a source of strength and guidance (Exodus 33:14).

The Promised Land: Assurance of Divine Presence

As the Israelites enter the Promised Land, God’s presence remains a constant reassurance. In Deuteronomy, God promises to be with His people as they face their enemies and challenges (Deuteronomy 31:6, 8). Joshua receives the same assurance, being reminded multiple times to be strong and courageous because the Lord is with him (Joshua 1:5, 9). This divine presence continues to be evident through the conquests and victories in the land (Joshua 6:27).

The Judges and Kings: God’s Guiding Presence

During the period of the judges and kings, God’s presence continues to guide and deliver His people. Gideon is reassured of God’s presence as he is called to deliver Israel (Judges 6:12, 16). David, in his Psalms, frequently acknowledges God’s presence as his source of strength and comfort (Psalm 23:4, 46:5, 139:18). Even in the establishment of the kingdom, God’s presence with David and Solomon is emphasized (2 Samuel 7:9, 1 Kings 6:13).

Prophets: Reaffirmation of God’s Presence

The prophets reaffirm God’s continual presence with His people. Isaiah declares God’s comforting presence in times of fear and distress (Isaiah 41:10, 43:2, 5). Jeremiah speaks of God’s protection and deliverance (Jeremiah 1:8, 19, 15:20). Ezekiel and Daniel highlight God’s presence even in exile and adversity (Ezekiel 37:27, Daniel 3:25).

New Testament: God With Us

The New Testament brings the ultimate fulfillment of God’s presence in the person of Jesus Christ. Matthew 1:23 declares Jesus as “Immanuel,” meaning “God with us.” Jesus promises His perpetual presence with His disciples, assuring them of His constant companionship and support (Matthew 28:20, John 16:32). The indwelling of the Holy Spirit in believers underscores this divine presence, making it personal and intimate (Acts 1:8, John 14:16–17).

Epistles: Encouragement and Assurance

The apostles continue to emphasize God’s presence in the life of believers. Paul reassures the Corinthians of God dwelling among them (2 Corinthians 6:16) and encourages the Philippians to practice what they have learned, knowing God’s peace will be with them (Philippians 4:9). The writer of Hebrews echoes God’s promise never to leave or forsake His people (Hebrews 13:5), a timeless assurance of divine presence.

Revelation: Eternal Presence

In Revelation, the culmination of God’s presence is depicted. The ultimate promise is that God will dwell with His people forever in the new heaven and new earth (Revelation 21:3). This eternal presence is the hope and anchor for every believer, affirming that God’s presence is not just a temporal assurance but an everlasting reality.

In closing, we are reminded of the profound truth expressed by the Apostle Paul: “Christ in you, the hope of glory” (Colossians 1:27, AMP). This verse encapsulates the mystery and majesty of God’s presence within us, filling us with hope, strength, and purpose.

As we reflect on this divine presence, let us turn our hearts to prayer:

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of Your presence in our lives. We are grateful that You dwell within us, guiding and sustaining us through every season. Lord, help us to be ever mindful of Your nearness, finding comfort and strength in Your unwavering companionship. May we honor Your presence in our thoughts, words, and actions, living lives that reflect Your glory. Fill us with Your Spirit, and let the hope of glory shine brightly through us, drawing others to Your love and grace. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

May we always cherish and honor the presence of God in our lives, knowing that He is our constant hope and eternal glory.

  1. Awareness of God’s Presence:
    • How often do I consciously acknowledge God’s presence in my daily life?
    • In what ways do I feel God’s presence during both good times and challenging times?
    • 1.

2.  Experiencing God’s Guidance:

• Can I recall specific instances where I felt guided by God in making decisions or facing difficult situations?

• How do I seek and recognize God’s guidance in my life?

3.  Living in God’s Presence:

• How does the assurance of God’s presence influence my thoughts, actions, and attitudes?

• Am I living in a way that honors and reflects God’s presence within me?

4.  Communing with God:

• How often do I spend time in prayer and meditation, seeking to connect with God?

• What practices can I incorporate into my daily routine to cultivate a deeper awareness of God’s presence?

5.  Reflecting God’s Glory:

• In what ways can I let Christ’s presence within me shine forth to others?

• How am I contributing to building a community that acknowledges and celebrates God’s presence?

Devotion to God

God’s Love and Grace: A Morning Reflection

As we begin this new day, let’s turn our hearts and minds toward God, our Creator and Sustainer, and reflect on God’s love and grace. The psalmist declares, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands” (Psalm 19:1). Take a moment to reflect on the majesty of God’s creation around you—the sun rising, the birds singing, the beauty of nature. Each element of creation points us back to the greatness of our God and His love and grace.

In our busy lives, it’s easy to forget to pause and marvel at God’s handiwork. Yet, when we do, we are reminded of His power, presence, love, and grace. As we acknowledge His greatness, let us also remember His personal care for each of us. Jesus said, “Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows” (Luke 12:6-7). This is a beautiful reminder of God’s love and grace.

God’s care for us is not only evident in His creation but also in His promises. “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future” (Jeremiah 29:11). As we trust in His plans, we find peace and security, knowing that He is in control and has good intentions for our lives. Trusting in God’s love and grace allows us to experience true peace.

This morning, let’s draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings. “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you” (James 4:8). As we approach Him, let’s be honest about our needs, our struggles, and our desires, confident that He hears us and is ready to respond. Experiencing God’s love and grace starts with drawing near to Him.

Questions:

  • How often do you take time to marvel at God’s creation and acknowledge His greatness and His love and grace?
  • In what areas of your life do you need to trust God’s plans and His love and grace more fully?
  • How can you draw near to God today and experience His love and grace in a deeper way?

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, we come before You this morning with grateful hearts. Your love is strong, and Your grace is deep. Thank You for the beauty of Your creation, which reminds us of Your greatness, love, and grace. Help us to trust in Your plans for our lives, knowing that You have our best interests at heart. Draw us closer to You today, and let us experience Your love and grace in a profound way. Guide our steps, strengthen our faith, and fill us with Your peace. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

As you go about your day, remember that God’s love and grace are with you, guiding you and sustaining you in all that you do.

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