"For since He Whom God has sent speaks the words of God...God does not give Him His Spirit sparingly or by measure, but boundless is the gift God makes of His Spirit!" John 3:34
"Be glad then, ye children of Zion, and rejoice in the Lord your God: for he hath given you the former rain moderately, and he will cause to come down for you the rain, the former rain and the latter rain in the first month." Joel 2:23
"And these signs shall follow them that believe; In My name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues. They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover." Mark 16:17-18
"Ye men of Israel, hear these words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs, which God did by him in the midst of you..." Acts 2:22
There's something special about embracing the stillness of God and appropriating Heaven's peace. In Glory's quietness and confidence, the Believer discovers a Supernatural strength, an acute ability to hear and act on the Word. In so doing, the Father is able to shed and infuse His Love, Light and Life into the souls of men, women and children. Inherent within that progression are revelatory knowledge, precise instruction from the Throne Room, and an empowerment to perform that what has been revealed.
We have reached a prophetic place in time when men's hearts are failing them, due to unprecedented attacks and associated fears and confusion. The cares of this world and deceitfulness of influence possess a negatively enticing magnetic draw, one designed to pull the Family away from that Secret Place of joy, peace, fulfillment and insight.
Most of us are seeking love in all the wrong places. A sixty to eighty percent divorce rate strongly attests to that premise. People are looking for validation, affirmation, happiness, loyalty, contentment and satisfaction, whatever is available in the world.
Relationships have taken on an inferior and often perverted meaning. No man or woman should ever walk alone in this life. However, in a very real way, regardless of the significant individuals in our circles, we go to bed, wake up and live with ourselves. No human being can vitally reside within another's spirit and soul.
Some of my most intense periods of loneliness have been experienced while holding Miracle Rallies in various locations, or even addressing millions on network television. The Believer's perception of aloneness and isolation is not always an unhealthy place to be, since, if sensitive to that still small Voice on the inside, we quickly discover another Comforter, One Who remains poised to impart exact knowledge and comfort beyond any human level.
The Holy Spirit is completely aware of the ins and outs of each situation and circumstance. More frequently than not, we discount Him and His wonderful ministry, thus cheating ourselves of out effectiveness and success. Oh, how He yearns to infuse Heaven's Glory into the Bride.
Enoch walked with God and found Himself in another venue...Heaven! His life has been a personal challenge to me. He wasn't infilled with the Spirit back then, as Christ hadn't arrived for the express purpose of fulfilling the law through a walk of obedience that ultimately led directly to Calvary's cross and an empty tomb of resurrection. Heaven could only communicate and impart by way of the external environment, from a burning bush to a talking donkey. In spite of all that, Enoch's heart was amenable to revelation and direction. The man had a mindset of practicing Glory's Presence, specializing in an almost unprecedented intimacy.
Imagine a life and ministry focused on the Throne and oblivious to the temptations and darkness of this planet. Championing the Creator's agenda and intent led Enoch directly to the Gate of Heaven. God is no respecter of persons. What gains His attention? Obedience and a heart fixed upon Him. History well supports that fact.
Why should our priorities be any different today? Centuries of knowledge have been compressed into the present. Additionally, this is the day of that promised Latter Rain. A season of abundance and manifestation is upon the Church. All we need to do is surrender and refuse fear's influence.
Being in two places at one time isn't physically or emotionally possible, short of Supernatural acts and the Lord's Sovereignty. Halting between two opinions and double-mindedness can only lead to confusion, despair, instability and psychopathology. That posture is foreign to both God and us. You are I were made to operate in His certainty.
I was presented with an interesting question the other day, while fellowshipping the Author and Finisher of faith. This is what He asked: "Paul, if the Holy Spirit were to vacation for a month or two, how many would truly miss Him? Could church business proceed as usual, or might it immediately cease because of His absence?"
That query sparked considerable soul-searching, memories of hours spent both behind and in front of pulpits. The answer was somewhat obvious to me, but I wanted to hear what the Lord had to say about the matter. Heaven has an uncanny way of stimulating interest and a hunger for truth. This would be paramount to a subsequent recognition of how we have taken the Third Person of the Trinity for granted. To be honest, it's likely that a majority of Christians aren't even aware of the Standby's comprehensive purpose behind our respective lives, callings and ventures.
He proceeded with the following enlightenment. "When the Church was birthed on the Day of Pentecost, the one-hundred-and-twenty swiftly entertained and honored the Holy Spirit's arrival and Presence, which was evident in the form of Wind and Fire, followed by empowerment. The contrast between old and new was staggering. Peter went from a wimp to a Son of Thunder. Scores were added to the Body of Christ daily, through an abundance of signs, wonders and miracles. Next to nothing was done without the Revelator's influence and leading, a confirmation of the Word. The old had grossly failed. This newness transformed the most rigid of souls into the image of our Savior. Healing the sick, casting out devils and raising the dead were commonplace. The Power Agent was sought at every turn, since there were many shifts during that period. If the Holy Spirit were hypothetically out of sight for five minutes, He most assuredly would have been missed and expediently sought. Not one day passed without direction and corresponding miracles. Ponder the difference between then and now!"
Realistically speaking, probably ninety-percent of what generally transpires on a Sunday morning, or any other day, for that matter, could still be ritualistically carried out without the Third Person of the Trinity. To a great extent, the traditions of men have made the Word of none effect. Desensitization has succeeded in lulling the Sleeping Giant to sleep. Nevertheless, Heaven's Alarm Clock is poised to sound, as this world becomes filled with a knowledge of the Father's Glory!
In Old Testament days, the Children of Israel followed the Spirit as best they could, through a Pillar of Cloud by day and a Pillar of Fire at night. There was some resistance, but they were cognizant of that Entity's ability, protection, importance and consistency. Again, we're talking about an external, or outside influence.
How gifted, literally and figuratively, you and I are today. We have been privileged with Heaven's internal Presence, the very Mind of Christ. God is residing on the inside of the Family, a notable advantage over the previous dispensation. When a quality determination is made to take up residency at Dad's feet, His every thought will become our next act, with sin having nothing in us, becoming alien to our nature.
The Holy Spirit has been likened unto the wind. What about those shifting breezes? They are unpredictable in terms of timing, direction and intensity. With Glory's Wind taking up residency within the heart of regenerated man, we mustn't allow personal agendas, but instead remain poised, standing at the table of providence, instant in and out of season, ready to do serious business for the Kingdom. Orders will arrive with the same unpredictability and certainty as the wind. Leaning unto natural understanding can no longer be entertained, as we are launched into the depths of previously unchartered waters to do business for the King of Kings.
With that prophetic word, the Professor has entered His classroom of invigorating instruction.
"Hungry One, am I not the God of more than enough? In the natural, the best
of eateries are concerned about, and attentive to, hospitality, ambience,
atmosphere, preparation, presentation and service. Heaven is no different. Close
your eyes and envision an vacant glass, while Glory's hand enters the
picture with a Vessel of Living Water. As Life flows from that Container into the
previously empty and void, continue watching, while an overflowing takes
place. One might ask, 'Why the spill? Was that move an accident?' Listen well!
Nothing can ever be truly filled until it overflows. So shall that be in these
days of the Spirit. As with the lad's lunch, the multiplication of loaves and
fishes, leftovers were part of that process, snacks for their return trip.
The God of abundance is the very Creator of extravagance. Know that. The
beggarly elements were never meant for Dad's Youngsters. I Am not the One Who has
dumbed down (desensitized) vision and anticipation of a misunderstood
Covenant. 'More than enough' is the Throne Room's theme. Is My will not to be done on
earth, exactly as it is in Heaven? Have I not promised to open windows from
this end and pour out blessings that will be uncontainable? A newness of
thought must precede this unparalleled Outpouring reserved for the Bride in
Heaven's era of favor. Nothing but the good and perfect will do. Even a worldly
rich man knows how to live, not to mention his taste for, and appreciation of,
good wine. Where did he acquire that standard? The answer is direct and
clear...from the One walking on streets of Gold. Make no mistake over what I Am
about to declare here. A literal tear, or window, representative of the renting
of Glory's veil in the Temple, has been established for a spillage of the
tangible, from silver and gold, to much needed body parts, whatever will
restore, reconcile and represent the Power upholding all things. There are
treasures in the Word, which you know not of. The Wind is about to move in your day.
My Bride has been unctioned to function as Heaven's Weather Station,
recognizing and announcing the times and seasons of movement and anticipated
Precipitation. Boldly declare what you see and hear. The accuracy of your report will
cause nations to take notice and experience their Living God. As you speak,
I will dispatch the angelic to the locale of manifestation. The Church is,
indeed, the Voice of the Living Word. Sell out! Become as Enoch and Elijah
under a new and better Covenant. Once more, the Glory of the latter house will be
so much greater than the former. The Bride is My House! Prepare to shine and
take on a beauty that will attract the hungry and hurting to the very Source
of all blessings!"
Miracle Rally: Ministers in the Panama City, Florida, region are setting the
stage for a three day Signs and Wonders Conference, August 26th - 28th.
Further information will be provided when available.
Be certain to visit the Ministry's Partner Page. We need you!
Audio copies of Dr. Gervais' Greater Sacramento Miracle Rally are being
offered through the sponsoring organization, for a minimum donation of $10 for
each service, or $50 per set...four rallies. Be certain to specify CD or
cassette format. Make checks payable to: The Father's House, 3436 West Hammer Lane,
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Get your personal copy of Dr. Gervais' International telecast with Sid Roth,
which includes actual manifestations of Gold dental work and Glory Dust. A
VHS of "It's Supernatural" can be ordered directly from Sid's Web Site ...
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Request Code # DIS258. The toll free number is 1 (800) 548-1918. Or write
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Also, Dr. Gervais' television special and radio broadcast can be enjoyed on
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Dr. Paul Gervais
Speak The Word:
Jesus has given me His peace. I do not let my heart be troubled, neither am
I afraid. John 14:27
For Further Study:
Joshua 5-6
John 16:29-33
Acts 18