“It is God who judges: He brings one down, He exalts another.” Psalm 75:7 NIV

As I went for my morning walk, I immediately heard the Lord in my spirit prompting me to get ready for another word. This time, I could sense this word would come quickly so I immediately went back home and sat with pen and paper to prepare! It wasn’t long before my pen was smoking!

A CHANGE OF SEASONS, A CHANGING OF THE GUARDS

The Spirit of the Lord says. “Just as the changing of the seasons is upon you and just as the trees will drop their leaves, so shall it be in the earth realm with a changing of the guards! Do not be surprised as you witness a changing of the guard in many arenas and high places! ‘This is My doing’, says the Lord! ‘It is I who brings down one and exalts another’ (Psalm 75:7). Fear not! These things must take place! You are entering a new season as a nation. You are also entering a new season on a personal level. Indeed, these changes must take place! I am doing a new thing! Can you not perceive it (Isaiah 43:18)? For many, this changing of the guard will usher you into your next season. Be at peace! I am the God who works all things together for your highest good (Romans 8:28). While things may initially look different than you anticipated, have faith and be willing to trust Me.”

RISK AND REWARD

“Promotion is coming as you have been prepared and refined in the fire. Do not listen to the criticism of man or be swayed by their opinion. Indeed, many will not perceive this next move! Continue to live solely for Me and shake off the opinions of others, for in the risk there will be great reward. You are marked with My approval!”

GREATER SIFTING

“Along with this changing of the guard, an even greater sifting is coming to both the world and the church. Exposure is coming to a level that will shock many! Stay in a posture of humility! Guard your mouth and your heart! Do not get caught on the wrong side of these decrees and rulings coming from My heavenly throne! Stay in a posture of prayer and humility! AGAIN I say to you, stay in a posture of prayer and humility! Do not take the bait of offense or fall prey to the trap of gossip! Keep your heart pure before Me!”

“Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me away from Your presence and do not take Your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of Your salvation and sustain me with a willing spirit.” Psalm 51:10-12 NIV

“Have eyes to see and ears to hear what the spirit is showing you in this hour! Cultivate your place of intimacy with Me. The end result of the exposure, sifting, and changing of the guards will result in a greater cleansing of the atmosphere and another great advancement of My kingdom here on the earth. With these great changes and promotions, a greater level of clarity will be needed to navigate your next season and chapter. Be encouraged! You are in unprecedented times but My light is piercing the darkness! Again, do not fear and be encouraged! I have placed My hand upon you and I have called and anointed you for such a time as this!”

“For behold, darkness will cover the earth and deep darkness the peoples; But the LORD will rise upon you and His glory will appear upon you. Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising.” Isaiah 60:2-3 NIV