Think Vertical

Last week as I was driving I saw the most amazing bumper sticker which simple said “Think Vertical” I was floored by this because the Lord has been speaking to me about the immediate need for the Body to stop its wandering, cease from going around the mountain and to begin it vertical ascent up the mountain of God. I immediately discerned that this was a word from Him but I could not imagine how this bumper sticker would be a catalyst to usher me into what the Lord is saying to us in this season. Over the next few days as I sought the Lord various issues began to surface in my own life, all of which I am thankful for because I know we are in a season of pruning and God is doing a refining work in His elect and chosen. I began to hear the Lord speak key phrases which have blessed and encouraged me and I know they will encourage you also as you continue to press into your purpose and destiny.

And the Lord said, “You will be transformed by the renewing of your mind so I say to you My child, stay focused, pray and don’t quit because the prayers of the righteous availeth much. Look again and know that I have ordained each day of your life. And today you must know and understand by divine revelation that the battle is not yours so relinquish your need to control and allow Me to be Lord over every issue and area of your life. As you press into this season there will be obstacles that you will have to stand against; so you must be persuaded that if you are to share in My glory you must also share in My suffering. My Beloved, even as you are now feeling overwhelmed by this current situation remember that I will never give you more than you can bear and I have already made a way out for you My precious one. With steadfastness, you must prepare for acceleration because a season of advancement is upon you and there is no time to look back now. Don’t let the enemy bully you because he is a counterfeit and he goes around roaring like a lion seeking whom he can devour; he is a liar and the father of lies; there is no truth in him. I love you and I will rejoice over you with singing, I will wipe away every tear My beloved for truly weeping may endure for a night but your joy is nearer than you think because morning draws nigh. Above all anchor yourself in Me for I Am your firm foundation. My child, come up higher and look again from My perspective; your future is glorious for I shall complete My work in you. And I say, And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. Philippians 4:7-9”