The Peace Gauge!

"Thou will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee." Isaiah 26:3

"The spirit of man is the candle of the Lord, searching all the inward parts of the belly." Proverbs 20:27

Faith, indeed, comes (has little feet) by hearing, and hearing, by a quickened, made alive word from God. Nothing affords more peace, or soothes the soul, than receiving a revelation from the Throne Room. We are already seated together with Him in Heavenly Places!! So, the Believer should be ongoingly hearing from His God.

So many, in the Body of Christ, perceive that the Father is not interested in communicating with His Children, providing those marvelous answers to questions that have plagued us for so long. Without a doubt, He doesn't want the Believer to remain in the darkness that Satan, himself, has established and perpetuated in this fearful world, which, to this day, remains poised to receive the former and latter rain in a month's time (Joel 2:23), a floodtide of the Glory.

Heaven is already talking about an unprecedented outpouring, the likes of which this planet has never yet experienced...a vital reversal of the curse, if you will, a time when the Christian fully recognizes his rights and privileges in the Covenant. What does that comprise? Its answer is most refreshing. The Spirit of God is in the process of, right now, cleaning spots and ironing out wrinkles in, and on, the Bride! There's your deliverance...healing, health, success, prosperity, favor...salvation to the uttermost!!

The Dream:

I discovered myself on the opposite side of the street from a local Dairy Queen. Next to the establishment was what appeared to be an obviously congested cemetery, containing a very large oak tree. At the top of its highest branch rested a full skeleton. Imagine the questions this writer was asking as that night vision unfolded! Suddenly, the remains headed in my direction, guided by a tight wire that crossed high above the road. Within seconds, those extremely dead bones were staring me in the face. While awaiting some sort of revelation from the Holy Spirit, great compassion welled up within, for the one that stood lifeless. Words emanated from these lips of clay. "You are loved and beautiful! His creation is perfect. There is such a wonderful destiny in store for your life." Those sentences were repeated, over and over, again. Nothing initially transpired. Even though all that was happening didn't seem to make much sense to my natural mind, the utterance was clearly from Him. What followed, Paul? Life! Unfolding Life! Abundant Life! That white frame became clothed with sinews, skin and flesh. To my amazement, a young girl stood before me. The smile on her face was something else! I then prophesied to the Wind, and that lady came alive, with beauty that would defy anyone's imagination. She represented both the Church and world...sickness, poverty, pain, despair, persecution and death, what God desperately wants to reverse on this earth, according beauty for ashes!

The Word of the Lord came unto me, saying, "Prophesy to those dead, dry bones... people, places and circumstances that are yet to line up with that, which has been written in the Word and on fleshly tablets of clay. Acknowledge, embrace and speak forth the revelation I have freely given you, even though it (dream or vision) appears to no longer retain life. Let the Wind of My Spirit blow off that dust of unbelief, accumulating over the years. Your Dad is about to exchange beauty for ashes. All stops have been pulled! Cultivate intimacy with Me, and I will show you great and mighty things. The enemy has stolen long enough, while the world stood by, a helpless victim of his deceptive bullying. Cease telling everyone about giants in the land. There are no problems with Me, only solutions. They are merely paper tigers in My Presence. This planet is about to flow with milk and honey, as you, through Me, perform those long sought after greater works! However, the Creator's goodness must first be experienced in the Children. Then, from that belly (bowels of compassion) will flow rivers of living water, fully obliterating all remnants of the curse."

Colorado and Texas!

"Out of Blood comes the Glory! The Life is in the Blood. I have seen an abundance of tears and heard those cries, coming forth from individuals who have lost loved ones in senseless acts of demonic vengeance. Yes, Satan has gone after the Bride. He has touched bone of My bone and flesh of the Father's flesh. But understand, his desire is to primarily break the Creator's heart. Touch the Kids, and you impact Me. Whatever is done unto the least of these is also felt on this end! Notice how he has recently traveled into another arena, entered a new plateau, from schools to the very House where I am worshipped? Am I above, and beyond, being touched with the feeling of humanity's infirmities, or getting angry? No! Your God is wroth! The blood of the Kids is crying out for justice...a manifestation of the Glory. Because of what the evil one has done in Colorado and Texas, receive this certain word of prophecy, first, for those particular states, then the world. A mandate has been issued. I have significantly influenced the hearts of men, women and children to proceed forward with unparalleled resolve, boldness, an unction for the plundering of hell and populating of Heaven. Never has there been such an anointing in those locations. Consequently, Texas and Colorado are Ground Zero targets of revival, as the Pillar broods over those states, restoring both the land and people. A mighty army of the young will march out of those regions, doing great business for the Kingdom, ultimately turning this world upside down. The Hand of the Lord will strongly move with each, via signs, wonders and miracles. Nothing can stop them, since they have set their faces as flint. Weeping will be turned into joy, as the Resurrection and Life assumes His rightful place, amidst the loss and suffering. I am strongly with the brokenhearted. Joy is coming in the morning! Nothing can stop me now!"

The Third Day!

"Contemplate this! One minute before Jesus arose from that tomb, death ruled the hour. Thirty seconds, prior to Lazarus' miracle, the enemy appeared victorious. However, who had the last word? That third day is quickly approaching, a time when life will swallow up death, as healing and health position themselves over sickness and oppression. Listen to what the Spirit is saying to the Church. You have the capacity to hear Daddy's Voice. Utilize the built in radar that will easily and readily steer the Believer around darkness and through the unseen. You are to not walk by sight. Trust the light within. The excellency of My Power abides in your spirit to get the job Divinely done! Resurrection morning is coming!"

The Blame Game!

"It is finished! Remember those heartfelt words? All that needed to be accomplished in purchasing mankind's redemption from the curse, and empowering My children, was completed. I have given you full power and authority over darkness and, this cannot be overstated, even the distinct ability to hear Dad's Voice. And no word from Me is void of the dunamus (Holy Spirit dynamite) necessary to bring itself to pass. It has taken the Church two-thousand years to drift with tradition. Nevertheless, there is a vision in the land, and She is returning to that Secret Place, under the Shadow of the Almighty. I have taken the rap for much, as Satan has gone about, seeking whom he may devour. Some have blamed the Lover of Souls for standing idly by, with both hands in His pockets, oblivious to surroundings, unable and unwilling to act or feel. Many ask about where their God was, during those days of violence, turmoil and confusion, yes...even the passing of loved ones. The answer is clear and simple. I remain on the Throne, imparting dreams, visions and revelations to My Church, instructing all of the Children to listen and obey, promoting each with burden removing, yoke destroying Power. You are to use that Name, which is above all others, in taking what is rightfully yours. The Book of Acts continues, Dear One! Then, watch Me flow! Satan has been a murderer from the beginning. The truth is not in him. He couldn't keep facts straight, if his life depended on it! Oh, trust that Unction from the Holy Spirit. You need not defend Me. Tell everyone, I'm a good God. Venture in and possess the land! Again, the Father's approval will be witnessed by all, through signs, wonders and miracles!"

Judgment In The House!

"Judgment, a positive one, has already begun in the House. Get excited about that! For you are to be far from all oppression, becoming the head and not the tail, richly blessed, going out and coming in. Your basket is to be supernaturally filled with sufficiency. Precious One, all that I have promised in the Word will be visibly and experientially fulfilled in My Church. You have waited long. But growth has been phenomenal, as the Spirit has taken you from Glory to Glory, certain promotion in all areas pertaining to life and godliness. Fear not! For some in the Body feel that My hand is shortened, that it cannot redeem. To the contrary, each finger is positioned to move on your behalf. The imminent judgment (realignment) will dispel Satan from your life, as you side up with the Word, call those things which be not as they were, until they become, while being obedient to the nudgings and promptings, within. Remember, Loved One, you have already been judged the very righteousness of God in Christ. I am personally watching over everything that has been of concern to you, including those dreams and visions, on the inside, which are about to be performed. Prepare for My best, those good and perfect gifts that only come from a loving Father!"

A sign once said..."A man is only as big as the things that annoy him!" What does it take to rob your peace? How quickly is joy lost? If the Church is to experience the Father's will, it is imperative that we, as Christians, maintain a high level of joy and peace in our walk with Him. In fact, what we embrace is to be contagious!

Without a doubt, this planet is looking for love and peace...mostly, in all the wrong places. There is so much out there to titillate the senses. And the deceiver is doing his job, seemingly well.

Jesus said in John 14:27, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth..." Believer, there is a peace here. The Lord said, the world cannot provide it! But yet, this is the very thing we most need.

Within each Christian should be something that attracts the unbeliever. We are talking about a tangible peace, in walk and ministry. Our very words and countenances should communicate Heaven's atmosphere and Presence. However, one cannot minister what he doesn't have.

If you and I are experiencing trouble maintaining peace and joy in our own lives, we will be operating at a deficit, a subsequent inability to reach those who need His comfort. 1 John 2:6 exclaims, "He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also so to walk, even as he walked."

The Church is to be just like Jesus, who has left us His personal peace to enjoy. The Savior declared..."I'm leaving, but My peace, I've given to you. Be at peace and have joy."

Certainly, there will be trials and persecution for the Word's sake. When they come, and you feel peace and joy ebbing, meditate on this truth. Stand up and say..."Jesus has given me His peace!"

There is a process to realize here. First of all, to walk in victory, you must take responsibility for the condition of your own heart. Remember what Jesus said? "Let not your heart be troubled (John 14:1)." The understood subject in this verse is you. He's saying, "Don't (you) let that heart be troubled." When in despair, we have the responsibility to turn the deal around. A Christian is the gatekeeper of his own soul...mind, intellect, will, emotions, dreams and visions.

The Believer must monitor the condition of his heart. Within that faith mobile are two distinct gauges. Both are to be closely observed. What are they? Let's call them our peace and joy gauges. When reading "full," my heart is in good condition.

What specifically causes them to drift over into the negative? There are several reasons why people lose their peace...enemies of your supernatural tranquility and joy.

First of all, if you desire God's peace in life, the tongue must be controlled. Remember, the power of life and death are in that tongue. Some are prematurely in their graves, as a result of words. Yet, one anointed articulation, alone, can raise the dead!

Many have requested favor of the Lord, and He immediately began working, in answer to their request. Shortly thereafter, words of unbelief stayed what God was doing on their behalf. Immediately, Satan showed up to rob the seed.

Again, what is spoken has more power than is recognized. The Child of God has what he says. Each of us is a culmination of all the words ever spoken and heard. For some of us, it's time to reprogram. The Holy Spirit does a great job of that, as we listen to Him. Joshua understood the potency of the spoken word, when he wrote, "This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth (Joshua 1:8)."

Another way we short-circuit peace is through anxiety and fear, the bipolar opposite of faith. Both are open doors, through which the enemy can enter. You see, faith is at the other end of the fear spectrum. Faith will firmly stand in the midst of perceived trouble, or even a challenge. One may feel tempted to be afraid, but can easily tap into the Spirit for a word, drawing on that peace, which passes all understanding. When doing so, the mind becomes clearer. The heart is settled. And peace results.

One of the greatest enemies of peace is an out of control thought life...simply thinking in a direction, contrary to the Word. Romans 8:6 gives us some help in that region. "To be carnally minded is death. But to be spiritually minded is life and peace."

Our thoughts do make a difference. We can, and must, control them! In fact, that is the Believer's responsibility...guarding the mind (soul).

The Bible talks about casting down vain imaginations and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge we have of Christ. You and I are to bring each thought into captivity, in obedience to Him. (2 Corinthians 10:5).

Isaiah 26: 3 states, "Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee."

The original Hebrew literally says in "peace." In all situations, if you keep your mind stayed upon Him, the Author and Finish Carpenter of your faith will maintain, and sustain, that total and perfect peace.

A major obstacle of joy and peace is failing to walk in love. That's a big one! Child of God, love is not a feeling. Know that!! Nothing could be further from the truth. Walking in His love has nothing to do with the senses. Actually, it's to the contrary.

Some will say, "I've been sanctified and don't have hard feelings toward anyone." Get real! So long as there is human flesh on those bones, and a natural, unrenewed mind, you will be offended. Trust me! But life is loaded with decisions and votes. We must decide to love, even the unlovely. When someone sins against you, find creative ways of blessing that person. You'll have a lot of help!

You see, the flesh has not been born again. When slighted, that natural man hurts. We all have feelings. The following is most important. A Christian walks in love by monitoring those feelings and ruling over them. That's living in the Spirit.

Another adversary of peace is disobedience. When I choose not to follow those nudgings and promptings, something happens on the inside. There is a gross uneasiness. God says, "Give the Word to Natalie!" I refuse, ignoring His direction. Instantly, my peace is lost. The prophets have declared that there's no peace in the Father to the wicked, to those that go a different way (Isaiah 48:22; 57:21).

Have you ever seen people run from the call on their lives? Peace is totally absent and not gained until there is a consecration to the will of God. Neither will that person receive answers to other matters, without making a midcourse correction, in complete submission to His will. An individual's reluctance to render a commitment, concerning the Father's directive, will assuredly result in the withholding of revelational knowledge in other areas.

People often forfeit their peace, if they are involved in too many activities. Life becomes complicated, with numerous, spiritually harmful pattern interrupts.

We are not to be led by needs. Neither are opportunities to rule us. Daddy isn't need-oriented, but faith-oriented. The latter really moves Him! The Christian is to be directed by the Holy Spirit. Taking responsibility for regions that don't pertain to you will drain peace.

If Paul is not called to do something, he isn't graced to accomplish that task. We then operate in our own strength, not the Lord's. Burnout is right around the corner. Peace becomes a distant memory.

Let's look at Mary and Martha: "Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman, named Martha, received him into her house. And she had a sister called Mary, which also sat at Jesus' feet, and heard his word. But Martha was cumbered about..."

Martha was a good woman, but was cumbered. One translation says, "She was busy with all her elaborate preparations." The New King James relates, "Martha was distracted with much serving."

Let me make this clear. Martha was not a horrible lady. She loved the Master and was trying her best to serve Him. The woman was laboring to prepare His meal. Finally, Martha couldn't take it any longer, approached Jesus and said, "Lord, do you care that my sister has left me to serve alone? Therefore tell her to help me."

When frustration strikes, it's my fault. Often, there is a tendency to blame others. Martha was attempting to wait on Jesus, but lacked peace. She displaced and projected her anger onto innocent parties.

We are called to be laborers together with Him. The Christian is to not decide what must be embraced, even concerning opportunities, but has been instructed to be led of the Spirit.

What should Martha have done in retrospect? She could have started by asking the Master what He wanted her to do. Jesus might have decided to prepare that dinner Himself, speaking a faith-filled word. It worked before, with the young man's lunch. Had Martha sought Him, there would have been no frustration, or anger, toward Mary. Peace could have been maintained.

Finally, getting into an argument, or fight, will obliterate joy and peace. Philippians 2:14 says, "Do everything without complaining or arguing."

You can be prayed up, built up and read up, but enter into heated disagreement with another, and watch your strength depart. Stress burns energy. In reality, it's a killer, impacting more than one victim.

Here's a thought! Monitor your peace, during a conversation. Run everything through the Holy Spirit's grid. Let Him direct your response. If peace and joy begin to leave, stop right there. Check with the Standby, once more. When required, back off.

A person becomes weak, when peace is gone. That one is vulnerable to attacks from the enemy. Satan is waiting for his opportunity to strike. Hold him at bay!! Give no place to the devil. How is that done, Paul? Control your tongue; rebuke fear and anxiety; rule over all thoughts; walk in love; be obedient to the Holy Spirit, relative to activities; don't complain or argue. Above all, monitor your peace gauge!

Dr. Paul N. Gervais

Speak The Word:

The joy of the Lord is my strength. Joy comes to me!
Nehemiah 8:10

For Further Study:

Psalm 30
2 Chronicles 6-7
Philemon

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