PROPHETIC WORD 2011

I submit the following as prophetic insights to be evaluated and considered for 2011. As I meditated and prayed and ask God about the following:-
1. Praise and Worship - a clear distinction will be made between worshippers and performers and the people of God will start to know the difference. We are tired about superstar performances we want to Worship God.
2. Apostolic transformation falling in disrepute because some leaders like titles and finances and the praise of people. With every move their is a counter action by the devil so there are even now false apostles claiming to do the works of God! However the true will be shown clearly against these false ones in doctrine, lifestyle, joy and in power. The coming together of the fivefold ministries and the apostolic company etc. being orchestrated by the apostolic and the prophetic. Roving ministries making inroads changing church and other Christian systems into Kingdom systems and influences. A new kind of apostle emerging - those that have the crowning glory and wisdom and the heart and gentle authority. Prophetic and evangelistic ministry again finds a firm footing among Christians - "In Favor".
3. There is a brooding, a waiting on the face of the world for someone or something to happen - certainly how long will things be delayed? Is it not even now that greater territorial spirits and actions infiltrate small and bigger areas, towns, districts, states and provinces and countries as well as business and organizations etc. And these spirits will work through all available human channel(s) - the influential and the poor. Mainly because of a prevailing lethargic spirit and desperate situation. Is the time not drawing near that we will see also how God again will do a sign in the world by accepting His ancient people into the gospel? More and more Jewish people will return to the true faith that is in the true Messiah! How much more will their acceptance in the gospel be a blessing to us and the world? But the hatred of the world will increase and especially against the Jews and Judaism and the Christians and their faith. But the children and sons of God will emerge with their faith and love intact with pure worship of the only living God. No longer will Christians and the Jewish people be confused on the issues of semantics in the names of God and other issues of pure linguistics of the Word but the time is at hand for revelation...AND THEY WILL KNOW
4. Regions in the world become more Islamic. South Africa being infiltrated more and more by new groups - this time not from Africa but from India, Pakistan, Indian, China, the Far East as well as Middle East. South Africa will not go untouched by Islamic fundamentalists propaganda and methods of operation. South Africa in the same way becomes a safe haven for many Europeans and the new breeding ground for cross race and cross nation and cross cultural relationships. The biggest threat to social stability in South Africa will remain crime and corruption.
5. The words "SHATTER STRUCTURE" stays haunting in my mind and I don't know yet what it means.
6. Financial gradual recovery all over the world is over a longer period if there remains time for it. Small Pockets of recovery.
7. A new rebellious - I don't care - whatever - but anti Christian and "anti the right thing" to take hold of people and especially the youth. Rebellion for no other reason but rebellion or being different. Some will become famous for their open rebellious stance. Those youth that turn fully to God will become very good "strategic" Christians with influence.
8. The hope of the world will remain Christ and Christ alone - many will overcome by His grace and the power of the gospel will shine very bright at this hour. Expect the miracle, the sign and the wonder for you shall see it. Glory to God!
I believe that in these words there are truths and images in my heart before me and I pray that God gives you a discerning heart to know the truth even the Word of this hour.

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THE DOG SPIRIT

Somewhere somebody wrote about the dog spirit and I was very intrigued by it. Upon meditation and looking at the Word of God I realized that this spirit is totally anti-Christ and works very actively against the Spirit of Christ in the believer.
My neighbor says that his dogs especially bark a lot at two occasions. When the mailman comes and we already know from others that it is when God wants to talk to us or when we need to hear from God; then the enemy will do everything in his power to prevent the true and clear message from God. The mailman is the Holy Spirit and the dog spirit actively resist the Holy Spirit.
The second time my neighbors dogs really bark a lot - actually the dogs goes ballistic is when the trash truck comes to remove the trash. This is so interesting to me because the meaning is very clear that the dog spirit resist the cleaning up and the confession and acknowledgement of sin in our lives. Even when we can impress others it is not really my fault or I have a small contribution to the state of affairs - the dog spirit will keep you from getting rid of the trash in your life. Trash in your life eventually calls for bugs and insects and rats and all kinds of evil stuff. So the dog resists the conviction of sin by the Holy Spirit and also the application of the blood of Jesus that cleanses us from all sin and unrighteousness. I knew some people who are always right and find it very difficult to apologize for anything - there are always reasons for the status quo. The dog spirit is a very proud spirit. Pride…. How long will you accommodate the dog spirit and then you wonder why the Holy Spirit does not work through you.....
The dog is also a territorial animal. It marks it's territory by urinating at key areas... It is a territorial spirit and wants to confine you to a certain spiritual condition. Any other spirit inside that area must give way to that spirit. It wants and demands reigning rights. By saying yes to the dog spirit you cannot be under the Lordship of Christ. The dog spirit resists the Holy Spirit and the reign of Christ in our lives.
Lastly the dog is a filthy animal- it smells other dogs and one bitch will mate with many dogs. They are unclean and love filth. The dog spirit will resist purity in your life.Do you like filth?
Now clearly understand this that the good Spirit in Christ wants to work in us in certain ways and also through us in certain ways. He first work in us before He can work through us! By the way Christ means the Messiah the anointed one or the Lord's annoited and His anointing. I the Old Testament three people were annoited - the prophet, the priest and the king! Let us look at it:-
1. Prophetically - bringing mail - speaking to us!
2. Priestly - cleansing of sin by the blood and gospel of Jesus Christ - taking away the trash!
3. Royal - Kingly rulership - reigning in and from the heavens and in our "territory" by the same Christ.
4. Purity - Living a pure and Godly lifestyle. All these offices Christ was and still is and will be prophet, priest and king.
The dog spirit actively resists Christ but when we become more and more like Him and the same Spirit anointing that raised Him from the dead starts working in you, hey some persons suddenly becomes dogs in their relationship with you! Telling the most hideous dirt stories or trying to lure you away or barking at you and your message even to the point that they become very annoyed and angry at you....Rejoice because the right spirit works in you. Some people call one another hey dog or you are my dog....who let the dogs out?
Actively choose for the Holy Spirit and resist the dog spirit - identify it for what it is and get rid of it! The word of the Lord is clear- Those who are pure will become purer and they will take in their position with Christ as prophet, priest and king. He is the King of Kings not the King of foolishness! Take up our position in Christ (reposition yourself for blessing!) and become and seek actively a lifestyle of purity that flows from that position. Christ both the power and wisdom of God - I cannot do it without Him. To Christ my all and all...

CONSIDER MY MEDITATION

SCRIPTURES
Psalms 5:1: Give ear to my words, O LORD, consider my meditation.
Psalms 19:14: Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
Psalms 49:3: My mouth shall speak of wisdom; and the meditation of my heart shall be of understanding.
Psalms 104:34: My meditation of him shall be sweet: I will be glad in the LORD.
Psalms 119:97: O how love I thy law! it is my meditation all the day.
Psalms 119:99: I have more understanding than all my teachers: for thy testimonies are my meditation.
FACT - Apostolic people are a people of meditation.
WHAT IS CHRISTIAN MEDITATION?
There is a secular meditation that comes from non-Christian religions and their teaching on meditation mostly revolves on emptying the mind and then to meditate on what surfaces after the emptying process is completed regardless of considering if the meditation comes from demonic source or from their own souls or wherever. There are also some of them who would meditate on specifics. However this is not Christian meditation.
Christian meditation meditate on something pre-determined - to think about that constantly and reflecting upon it in prayer and in relationship with God and His word. The time of meditation can be for an half an hour or an hour but can also extend over a period of time. In this period of time it is good to see without extensive research the material and information that God brings me into contact with or what comes into my thoughts, and so a meditation is gradually formed.
CONCLUSION OF A MEDITATION
A meditation also comes to a conclusion and it can not be finalized without two very important steps to be taken. Firstly summarize the meditation in its final form with all your conclusions, deductions, scripture references etc. etc. An excellent format for expressing that is by writing a journal. Your personal journals of wisdom!
Journals are very handy for mining and extending research for truth in the word of God or as a source for preaching materials, topics etc.
Just a note here - remember that meditation is subjective thought - meaning that it is your personal thoughts in relationship with God. It is not researched intellectual material although much intellectual deductions can be obtained from meditations. Almost like an "Idea Bank" for further research and objective intellectual comparison with other material. This gives you an opportunity to think about things deeply either felt things or concerns or just what come to your life in the ordinary execution of things. However this in NO WAY excludes meditating on one verse or a portion of scripture (BIBLE) that has a particular meaning in your life. In fact it is to be greatly encouraged - Fill your thought deliberately with a verse and think about it constantly - praying - thinking - praying - thinking about it until the meditation is complete.
You will find that either revelation came at the end of your meditation or you are just satisfied i.e. it is not the be all and end all of the matter but you are satisfied! Praise God!
Secondly meditation must be shared. With who? At least with God! David said 'Consider my meditation Oh Lord!' - consider, help me in what I feel and think about deeply so that my life can make sense to me and you Oh Lord. This is the cry - the primal scream of your spirit!
Apostolic people are those who makes Jesus Christ the King of their heart or Spirit and they reflect everything in relation to their Lord and King. Will this not bring great thoughts, direction and inspiration to your life? It will!!!
Topics for meditation I can personally recommend meditating upon some topics but you are unique and can choose a topic or a "felt" issue by yourself or what comes to your life (be aware). But nevertheless it is good to meditate upon a verse in the Bible, success and failure or the purpose of life. consider the verses above and see what David meditated upon.
Meditation is not to be done legalistically in time, rather I find it difficult to give words to it - something like a relaxed spirituality but with an intensive purpose in finding a truth even it only applies to myself. Oh God consider my meditation!
Will you join me in meditating in a Christian manner apostolic people? Leader, apostle? Your King seeks a people to worship Him in spirit and truth. Will you give your spirit wings??