From the Desk of Doctor Paul ..."A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother." Proverbs 18:24
"And the scripture was fulfilled that says, 'Abraham believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness,' and he was called God's friend." James 2:23
"Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded." James 4:8
"But an angel said to her, 'Do not be afraid, Mary, you have found favor with God.'" Luke 1:30
"For he says to Moses, 'I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion.'" Romans 9:15
I never cease to marvel at the distance our Heavenly Father is willing to venture in His endeavor to bless the Kids. Just this past week alone, and it happens often, patient after patient at the Clinic was covered with Glory Dust, a prelude for what God is preparing to manifest in these awesome days of the Spirit. From a local high school cheerleader to adults, He doesn't discriminate in showing favor by blessing humanity in numerous creative ways, a predisposition on Dad's part.
Faces simply glow, as that marvelous Presence enters the treatment room, invading and permeating atoms and molecules, from inanimate surfaces to human flesh, leaving little love notes, Glory Dust and more. They simply declare..."I'm here, on your side, in love with every hair on that head. Neither will you ever be left, nor forsaken."
What a thrill it is when those same patients rush to a restroom mirror, intent upon witnessing the glorification of Papa's focus...us!
"Wow! What is this all over my body? He's really interested in me!" Those are just a few responsive comments from recipients. They then venture home to share their respective encounters with the Great Lover. Life is never the same after receiving a touch from Him.
Without question, Heaven is indeed invading this planet, in direct response to Jesus' prophetic prayer..."Thy will be done on earth, (exactly) as it is in Heaven." One is to reflect the intent and image of the other, since all creation awaits a manifestation...the Word made flesh, of the Sons and Daughters of God.
What good is a promise, unless it's backed by commitment and content? As of this moment, Christ's return for the Bride is a promise. There's a patient occupying and waiting involved on this end. Hypothetically, if He never returned, not only would we be in deep trouble, but most of us might become complacent and apathetic.
In my practice, I often treat people who have shut down their wanting process, due to numerous disappointments and empty, unfulfilled promises. God has been watching over His Word to confirm and perform it, and is not a man, that He can lie. In fact, the Lord, again, is predisposed to show favor. In times past, the Almighty would literally suspend the very laws of nature to benefit men, women and children during that final moment of "make it or break it."
God made an interesting comment to me the other day. At first I sort of disagreed with the Revelator, but later I came around to His way of thinking. What a revelation it was! Incidentally, He doesn't mind our questioning Him. In reality, we don't do enough of that. Scores have quickly accepted philosophies and theories presented by authority figures, or the enemy, without running each one through the Grid of their spirits. That's when we get into trouble.
Well, this is what the Father said: "Paul, I am no respecter of persons and love equally the world, along with everyone in it. However, I surely do have my favorites, just as Jesus did. You are no different. Certain people are more enjoyable than others to be around and hang out with, if you will. Everyone could be a favorite, but some choose to not spend time with Me, rejecting Dad's unconditional love, His decisions and gifts. They criticize the Creator's plan and become judgmental by being mean to you and others, leaving little room for the Agent of the miraculous to have His way. With them, a quality relationship is difficult, if not impossible."
That conversation blew my mind! How true it is. Having been made in God's likeness and image, we do possess His attributes and propensities. There are even those periods when you and I need to spend a few hours or days alone, getting away from others, in an attempt to clear our heads. Jesus did! We favor certain foods, personalities, interests and sensitivities. Where did that penchant originate? The answer is obvious. The Author of all that is, working in us, both to will and do of His good pleasure, placed those yearnings within the Family.
How might I become God's friend and fulfill the very reason we were created? The Bride can begin by spending more time in the Throne Room and not being afraid of Him. A determination must be rendered to walk in obedience, while yielding to those sustained nudgings and promptings that frequently don't make much sense. Practicing His Presence always promotes a "showing up" tangibility of our Friend. In being a friend, we are required to show ourselves friendly, love and prefer others unconditionally, overcome evil with good, watch our mouths, since the power of life and death resides in the tongue. Sowing unto the Spirit, in order to reap, is a major component of all that. Honoring the Word facilitates closeness.
The Lord has "favorites" in this context. But, once more, every Child can become favored. All of that is determined by the Christian's free moral agency...his personal choices. Enoch walked with God until he found himself on the Other Side, and that man was operating under the law, in Old Testament days. We have the Holy Spirit on the inside, guiding, providing, promoting intimacy, peace, an understanding of the Word...signs, wonders and miracles. The Blood of Christ on the Mercy Seat continually articulates our "right standing" with God. No good thing will be withheld, because of what Jesus did...His finished work. However, unless we determine to become His friend, a quality relationship is forfeited. Both ends get cheated.
As a "favorite," you position yourself to receive favors, unique parcels of affection from the One Who loves us best. Take a single step in His direction, and He'll not waste a moment abounding toward you. God is hungering beyond imagination for the Church to become a friend that also sticks closer than a brother.
Glory's Transmitter is relaying a message from Dad's heart. Let's turn up the volume and hear what He has to share.
"Have I not declared a promise of decorating you with the Glory? Will your
God refuse to deliver the goods? No longer your own, having been bought with
a heavy price, is it not Heaven's responsibility to take care of the Beloved?
Oh, how this heart yearns for your friendship! Sowing and reaping go hand in
hand. Draw nigh unto Me, Treasured One, and I will do likewise. That, too, is
in the Book. This world has its formula for friendship, and so do I. Know
this! There are certain mindsets and behaviors that trigger My enthusiasm.
Heaven, too, has boundaries. Sin and negativity cannot enter Glory's portals.
Both are repelled by the atmosphere of holiness, surrounding the Secret
Place. Love, nothing else, richly streams from this location, and when
practiced from your end, gains instant attention, recognition and
response...from winning souls to raising the dead. Faithful One, please
meditate on the fact that I am in you, and you're in Me, as Branches of the
Vine. Therefore, we are in each other. I know your thoughts and am touched by
the feeling of those infirmities. Who can separate us from that love, as we
walk and talk in the "coolness" of revelation? I have so much to share with
those making a quality decision, from whence there's no return, to sell out
and strictly live for relationship. Taste and then see that the Lord is good.
Appealing to your senses in part of My intent. After all, I made them, too.
There's a tasting of Dad that can only be achieved through intimacy. Your
Papa is easy to like and love; and so are you, all because of the Blood. So,
set your affection on what can only be unveiled in the unseen realm. As you
do, the Word will become flesh and richly dwell among multitudes. Accurate
representation of the Creator and His Kingdom can solely be derived from
personally knowing My heart. May I say this? You have been called to
friendship, Favored Child! The strings attached to this bond will literally
extract and pull Heaven's contents, promoting a Latter Rain that will drench
all nations with the Glory!"
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Manifestations Video
Heaven richly moved upon those attending a recent Miracle Rally conducted by
Dr. Paul Gervais, in Rutland, Vermont. Tangible manifestations of Glory Dust,
Gold crowns and crosses, whole rows of teeth (Gold), as well as physical
healings in response to words of knowledge, are depicted on the
fifteen-minute, digitally produced (color) video. This is a moving
production! Catching the reactions of recipients to the Father's miraculous
in their lives was extremely touching. In this period of temporary
oppression, it's so refreshing to witness Heaven's appetizer of what's ahead
for the world and Body of Christ. The clip is awesome!
Dr. Tom Kiley, a Senior Pastor on the Leadership Team, is providing the video
for a love gift of fifteen dollars, including postage. Should you desire a
copy, write to him directly. Include your name and mailing address. Checks
should be made out to Wellspring of Life Christian Center.
In addition, an audio cassette of each Miracle Service (three) can be
procured for five dollars each...three for fifteen dollars.
Ordering Information:
Wellspring of Life Christian Center
Dr. Paul N. Gervais
Speak The Word:
Death and life are in the power of the tongue. I determine to speak words of
life.
For Further Study:
Lamentations 2-3
Refer To "The Restorer!"...October 6, 2001 (Archives Section)
Attention: Dr. Tom Kiley
18 Chaplin Avenue
Rutland, Vermont 05701
Psalm 90
Hebrews 4:14-16