On May 27th, the third Hebrew month kicks off known as “Sivan.” Sivan is linked to covenant, giving, glory, and alignment. This month is a month inherent “to do business with God” for His kingdom cause as we sync with His purpose.

Zebulun is the tribe associated with this month of Sivan, who was positioned on the east side of the tabernacle with the tribe of Judah and Issachar.  Judah brought to the trio the apostolic sound of praise, awakening, and an alarm to move out or go to battle. Issachar shared the wisdom and timing of God needed. And Zebulun brought forth the provision and the place to rest and store the abundance of blessings. Jacob prophesied over Zebulun:

“Zebulun shall dwell by the haven of the sea;
He shall become a haven for ships,
And his border shall adjoin Sidon.” (Gen. 49:13)

Moses prophesied concerning the latter days that Zebulun and Issachar would work side by side together:  Zebulun was said to rejoice in going out, while Issachar would stay in his tents:  

“They shall call the peoples to the mountain; there they shall offer sacrifices of righteousness; for they shall partake of the abundance of the seas and of treasures hidden in the sand.” (Deut. 33:18).  

Issachar’s portion was to “intercede and pray” and “gather the hidden treasures of intel.” Zebulun found joy in taking the revelation and facilitating the distribution of resources using the intel from Issachar. 

Zebulun was also known to profit through maritime trade.  God blessed this tribe to fill “the storehouses.” This month, we are reminded to activate our faith to believe the LORD for the increase of spiritual and natural provision for the kingdom business at hand.

When Jesus began His ministry, He first went to the region of Zebulun, fulfilling the prophecy of Isaiah 9, which said that the people who had been in darkness would see a great light.  HE was the Father’s PROVISION, and the kingdom business of sharing the heart of the Father began.

In the Old Testament, the month of Sivan coincides with the timing of the children of Israel arriving at Mt. Sinai. It was then God asked Moses to communicate His “marriage proposal”to the Israelites:

“You have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I bore you on eagles’ wings and brought you to Myself. Now therefore, if you will indeed obey My voice and keep My covenant, then you shall be a special treasure to Me above all people; for all the earth is Mine. And you shall be to Me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation. These are the words which you shall speak to the children of Israel”. (Ex. 19:4-6).

The Israelites accepted the proposal, and God revealed Himself through thunder and lightning. Through the midst of a thick cloud of glory dwelling over Mt Sinai, the nation heard the voice of God respond to their desire to be in covenant with Him( Ex. 19).  The provision was… His presence!

This memorial day of God manifesting Himself at Mt. Sinai 50 days after the death plague passed over the Israelites would be embedded in one of the Feasts of the Lord known as the Feast of Pentecost.

Thousands of years later, an outpouring of God’s glory occurred in a similar pattern 50 days after Jesus became the “Passover lamb” on the Feast of Pentecost.

When Jesus returned after His resurrection, He visited the disciples for 40 days.  During that time, the Lord gave His disciples a personal invitation to become His apostles, and to wait in the Upper Room (A new Mt. Sinai) for His glory (Acts 2).  On the Feast of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit came suddenly with an outpouring of glory, and the disciples began speaking in tongues of fire.  

Even as God came down as fire upon Mt. Sinai, the Holy Spirit came as a fire upon the disciples on the exact same day in His Hebrew Covenant Calendar: 50 days after Passover. The difference was that the fire was no longer external as in the days of Moses, but internal! This shows a difference now concerning the new “temple” that God would inhabit. 

“Do you not know that you are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwell in you” (1 Cor. 3:16)? 

It is no coincidence that Zebulun means “habitation or dwelling.” Our hope ahead is a third outpouring, when God’s presence completely fills our temples and transforms our corruptible bodies into incorruptible bodies with the fullness of His glory (1 Cor. 15:53-55).

Sivan is the third month which is the number associated with completeness, and a oneness with ALEPH, our Father.  Jesus took three disciples with Him to the Garden of Gethsemane and prayed three times. During this time of great distress, He cried out to the Father, “Take this cup away from Me; nevertheless, not what I will but what You will” (Mark 14:36).   

After the third time praying and surrendering all, Jesus was ready to die for our sins and trust the Father to use Him to create a way to redeem mankind. Jesus was placed on the cross on the third hour (9a.m.).  At 3p.m., He died.  There was three hours of darkness while He was suffering on the cross.

Three is a number closely associated with resurrection life as we know that it took three days and three nights before Jesus rose from the dead.  It was after His resurrection that the disciples were given the resources and ability to go “build His Stone Kingdom not made of hands” (Dan. 2:45). The indwelling of the Holy Spirit also gave the disciples comfort that the LORD was with them intimately, and opened up His storehouses of His powerful signs and wonders as they went forth.

God’s business is always centered on honoring His Covenant for a people He has chosen. His mercy covers our mistakes, and His grace is sufficient for our weaknesses. Pentecost is a time of receiving His outpouring of grace, mercy, and power so we can align with heaven and go do “business” for the Lord in establishing His Kingdom here on earth.  We cannot even comprehend the great outpouring that is directly ahead of us….IT WILL BE MAGNIFICENT!

This Sunday evening, April 27th, we begin the second month of the Hebrew covenant calendar known as IYAR, which is translated “reflected light.” 

Cyclically, Iyar reveals a pattern of how God gave increase of His timing and strategy to align with His purpose.

“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105).

Iyar was in the midst of the 50-day period of transition when the children of Israel left Egypt and began journeying to Mount Sinai.  Through their wilderness travels, God alone became their resource for healing, provision, and deliverance.  

In Exodus 15, God made Himself known as “Jehovah Rapha” the God who heals.  When the children of Israel lacked water, God cleansed the waters at Mara and made the bitter waters pure for drinking.  

Next, God came to them as “Jehovah Jireh,” the Lord who provides.  Crying out in hunger, God released “manna” or “bread from heaven” supernaturally which the Israelites found in the morning dew.   

And finally, unable to defend themselves against their attacker, God revealed Himself as “Jehovah Nissi,” their victorious defender who covers their back with His righteous hand (Ex. 15-17).

The exodus from Egypt was a significant transition in departing from the oppression of a “worldly system.” Pharaoh’s government had brainwashed the Hebrews into accepting systems of enslavement that became normal and “comfortable.” This is evident through the complaining and grumbling of the children of Israel after their deliverance. Nevertheless, God “shows up” during this transition and makes Himself known to prepare them for His glory.

Similarly, during the same 50-day calendar time period in the New Testament, Jesus “shows up” after He rose from the dead to help the disciples through their transition.  Throughout the month of Iyar, Jesus manifested Himself alive as their Healer, the “Bread of Life,” and Deliverer. Thomas the doubter and Simon Peter both experienced healing of their faith and a renewal of purpose ahead. The LORD nurtured those who would be chosen to birth the “Church Age” and gave them direction to wait for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:4). 

Two thousand years later, we can expect a similar pattern once again as Jesus “reintroduces“ Himself during the shakings of heaven and earth. Pray for His miraculous healing, provision, and deliverance and instruction through the uncertainty.

The similarity between the children of Israel, the disciples waiting in the Upper Room, and the Overcomers of today waiting for the Millennium reign is that all experienced a revolution of transition, bringing forth a greater encounter of God’s glory.  At Mt. Sinai, the glory rested upon them  (Ex. 19:18;24:16-18). At Pentecost, a portion of the glory dwelt within the disciples through the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:4). During the Millennium, believers will receive greater glory. (Rev.21:3).

The tribe of Issachar is associated with the month of Iyar. This tribe was gifted to know the timings of the Lord for the nation.  As one of the tribes who came alongside David when he was anointed as King, the Bible says in 1 Chron. 12:22-32 of Issachar, “and the sons of Issachar who had understanding of the times to know what Israel must do.”  I believe there is an anointing this month to go deeper in our understanding of the times we are in and our faith in a Covenant Keeping God so we can go out into the world with greater authority and power.  

The Hebrew meaning of Issachar is “bringing reward.”  It comes from the root word “nasa” and means “to lift, to advance, arise, bring forth exalt or raise up.”  What better reward can we get than to humble ourselves and seek the Lord and get the treasures of seeing and experiencing the God of Covenant!

Issachar was the tribe nestled in between Judah and Zebulun on the east side of the Tabernacle.  These three tribes formed a branch to march out first when God instructed the tribes to move. Judah would be given the charge to praise and worship, but Issachar understood the timing with which they were to depart and go.  Zebulun then came alongside the two and had the ability to provide the supply or “business” of what needed to be done.

Issachar’s symbol was a humble donkey.  He gets this symbol through Jacob prophesying over his tribe:  “Issachar is a strong ass couching between two burdens.” (Gen. 49:14). A donkey carries the burden of a load from one place to another.  Issachar represents a strong but humble servant of God who fulfills the law of Christ spoken of in Gal. 6:2, “Bear each other’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.”  

Issachar is rewarded from the Lord for serving His people, standing in the gap and carrying their burden whether it be through prayer or practical application.  Issachar is spoken of as carrying two burdens:  one for himself and one for a “brother in need.”  Rewards for intercession as well as carrying other’s burdens that the Holy Spirit is leading us to do is priceless and brings much joy.

God’s desire is to reveal His “mysteries” so that we are armed with His story, stand as His witness, share His truth, and obey His voice. The remnant is coming into their finest hour. The Issachar intel received this month will help bridge the gap between what God’s purpose is this year, and how to accomplish His goal.

Join us as we share the “screenplay” of the Spring Feasts that is established in the Old Testament and fulfilled through Christ’s obedience as our “Sacrificial Passover Lamb.”

Get ready to celebrate the HEBREW NEW YEAR at sundown on March 29th which is accompanied by another sign of a solar eclipse.

God proclaimed to Moses in Ex. 12:2 that His Hebrew covenant calendar year was to begin with the month of Nisan:

“This month shall be your beginning of months; it shall be the first month of the year to you.”

Nisan means “to take flight,” so it was appropriately named since this was the month the children of Israel took flight from the captivity of Egypt and journeyed through the Red Sea to Mt. Sinai.

Nisan is associated with the tribe of Judah, whose name means “praise.” God called for “PRAISE” to go first into their “flight” from Mt. Sinai to the Promised Land (Num. 10). When the trumpet was blown twice, this signified it was time for all the tribes to journey on, with the tribe of Judah chosen to lead out first.  Judah was also the first tribe to cross the Jordan, and the first to be allotted land in the Promised Land (Num. 14). This month is known for FIRSTS!

In Genesis 49:10, we read the prophetic destiny that Jacob spoke concerning the tribe of Judah in the latter days.  “The scepter shall not depart from Judah, nor a lawgiver from between his feet, until Shiloh comes, and to Him shall be the obedience of the people.” 

Judah was destined to carry the Messianic ruler ship (scepter), which we can see documented in Matthew 1 that traces the lineage of Judah. Jesus was born out of this tribe when he came to earth to be our sacrificial Lamb first, returning as the King of Kings. This month reminds us to start our day with a sacrifice of praise, and then step out in His authority as He leads.

The tribe of Judah was also responsible for making sure the “tablets of covenant/testimony” were safely passed down from generation to generation until Jesus came.  The “Torah (first 5 books of the bible) was canonized during the time of Ezra and Nehemiah during the 7th year of King Artaxerxes.  Ezra and Nehemiah were both a part of the House of Judah.

As the head of the tribe of Judah, Jesus was then responsible for multiplying God’s law. After His death and resurrection, He continued on with that responsibility by sending the gift of the Holy Spirit to inscribe God’s law on the tablets of the hearts of believers. This gift has been tutoring Christians in this Church Age to walk in faith and obedience to a Coming King of the Lion of the Tribe of Judah.

Jacob’s son Judah had a notable flaw in his character that was difficult to overcome; the love of money.  In Genesis 37, we read the story of Jacob’s sons who became jealous of their brother Joseph because of their father’s love and favoritism toward him.  After conferring, the brothers decided to throw Joseph in a pit to die.  But Judah assessed the situation and said, “What profit is it if we slay our brother, and conceal his blood?” (Gen. 37:26).

Judah was wired to make a profit. He suggested to sell Joseph, and made a bargain with the Midianite traders who agreed to purchase him for twenty silver coins. The brothers agreed, and Joseph was sold as a slave. As time went by, Judah became remorseful in profiting for selfish gain. Judah’s shame led him away from his family and down a path of bad choices and personal loss.

After a season of heartache, Judah came back to his family with a repentant heart. Not long afterwards, the famine hit in the land, and Judah became instrumental in negotiating a deal to save his family. This deal was made at the expense of sacrificing his own life. Judah’s gift had gone through the “refiners fire,” and God used it to profit the whole family (Gen. 44:14-34).

Judas (Greek for Judah) Ischariot, the disciple who betrayed Jesus, also had this same weakness in his character.  The Bible reveals his greedy heart in John 12:5 when Judas cannot understand why Mary poured costly fragrant oil on Jesus instead of selling the oil and giving it to the poor.  The scriptures go on to say in verse 6, “This he (Judas) said, not that he cared for the poor, but because he was a thief and had the money box, and he used to take what was put in it.”

It wasn’t too long until we read about Judas betraying Jesus by making a bargain with the religious leaders for 30 silver coins (Mark 14:10,11). The stronghold of the need for wealth was more powerful than family ties or intimate relationships once again. Judas, however, ends up taking his own life because of the guilt he bore in betraying Jesus.  

Jesus tells us how difficult the struggle is for those who have a gift to profit once they have accumulated wealth:

“Assuredly I say to you that it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven.  And again I say to you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God” (Matt. 19:23,24). 

Looking around the financial world today, many Jews are the world’s top financiers and control many of the banks, including the Federal Reserve. Left to selfish gain like Judas, they have been used to set up a world money system that is corrupt and never satisfied.  This system is about to experience Gods judgment, and perhaps even this year. But like Judah, if they repent and submit to the Lord’s headship, their gift can benefit the advancement of the Kingdom of God, especially in helping visions “take flight.”

There were three tribes, Judah, Issachar, and Zebulun, who were positioned around the Tabernacle on the east side to form a branch.  Judah’s banner of the lion represented this branch, and it was these tribes who worked together to move the whole army out under God’s direction. Judah was chosen to “sound the alarm!”

Starting with Nisan, we enter into the “spring season” with the Lord. This season has a pattern for new beginnings; new seeds to plant, new alliances, and new battles arise during this season.  Kings go to war, praise leads the way, and the authority of Judah sets the foundation. Coming out of the “winter” rest and revelation season guides and directs the movement of the Hebrew year beginnings.  Expect new doors to open up.

This month also honors God’s redemption plan found in Christ and prophesied through the Feasts of the LORD as we celebrate and remember Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread, and the Feast of Firstfruits (Lev.23).  

When Jesus rose from the dead, He presented Himself as the “FIRSTFRUITS” offering unto the Father in heaven.  Through Jesus, we see the pattern repeat once again where “Judah” goes FIRST. In doing so, Jesus made a way for heaven and earth to reconcile, and for a people (harvest) to be presented to the Father after He returns. 

“But each in turn: Christ, the firstfruits; then, when he comes, those who belong to him” (1 Cor. 15:23).

King Jehoshaphat was one king in the Old Testament whose story captures the heart of this first month. In 2 Chronicles 20, we read about Jehoshaphat’s humility as he seeks the Lord when his army was ridiculously outnumbered and overpowered. “And Jehoshaphat feared, and set himself to seek the Lord, and proclaimed a fast throughout all Judah” (2 Chron. 20:3).

God gave Jehoshaphat a strategy of winning the war through PRAISE.  Jehoshaphat stepped out in obedience and asked the worshippers to go before His army as God instructed. This opened heaven to help him overcome in time of need:

“Now when they began to sing and to praise, the Lord set ambushes against the people of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir, who had come against Judah; and they were defeated (2 Chron. 20:22).

The landscape of seeing the kingdom of heaven here on the earth will shift ahead through the praises of God’s people FIRST. This month, above all else, God wants us to praise Him.  PRAISE HIM in the midst of the chaos! PRAISE HIM as you take flight! PRAISE HIM as you go into battle! PRAISE HIM because you have been CHOSEN to rule and reign in Him! PRAISE HIM for “FIRSTS!”  Your praise will spring you forward into the New Year!

On March 14th, there will be a lunar eclipse that coincides with the celebration of Purim that is found in the book of Esther. What makes this incredibly significant is that it happened last year, and will line up with Purim in 2026 as well.

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the sun and the moon, and the moon passes through the Earth’s shadow.

The “blood moon” that occurs during Purim will happen fourteen days after the seven-planet alignment that just occurred. God declares in Genesis 1:14 that He chose the sun, moon, and stars to be for signs and seasons. Signs in the sky, such as the constellations and the eclipses, invoke much interpretation. But the true purpose of the sign God established was to bear witness to His covenant promise of the restoration of all things that would come forth through the first and second coming of Christ our redeemer and King. With 7 of the planets “aligned,” this sign in the sky could be pointing to a completed time when judgment comes to the earth to fulfill God’s covenant promises.

In addition, the signs in the sky takes on a multiplicity of meaning of the sign of the WITNESS of not only Christ, but also His bride who are joined in covenant with Him. (A lunar eclipse has historically been associated with a sign of warning for the nation IN covenant with God to prepare). As the “bride” has been getting herself ready for His return, the anti-christ spirit has set forth an agenda to kill, steal, and destroy her. God’s judgment of the nations is upon us. Thus, we find ourselves in a historical time in God’s covenant timeline, much like the days of Esther, in which God positions a people to carry a torch of obedience that will save a people from destruction.

As mentioned, the month of Adar is typically associated with the story of Esther because the plot to kill all the Jews was overthrown by Esther and her uncle Mordecai’s obedience during this month. When looking at this story and how it relates to today, Esther represents a remnant (not just one person), in whom God is choosing in this hour to stand in truth and wisdom and courage to help bring healing and deliverance to the nations that have been under the anti-Christ agenda.

There are three important points to highlight about the story of Esther that are applicable to believers today chosen to be history makers for God’s covenant plan.  First, Esther had to “surrender all!”  Her purpose for the Lord putting her in a position of power to save the people had to be more important than even her own life.  It was through her fast that she found the power to do so. But it was her Uncle’s words, “For such a time as this” that moved her into action to trust the LORD above all.  Believers are called for such a time as this to step into an influential role with courage.  

Secondly, Esther’s true identity was revealed through the process of her “wrestling with God” for the breakthrough needed to cancel the “murderous edict.”   Once that identity came to light, Esther stepped into a new level of authority and power. Most of the remnant God is raising up in this hour have been hidden until “such a time as this.”

Finally, because of Esther’s obedience, the Lord “cut off” the assignment to kill the Jews and instead, reversed the curse on Haman himself!  God declares in His word that there is a reward for those who diligently seek Him. Those who are stepping out in faith and obedience will be God’s instrument to deliver families, cities, regions, and nations at this hour. And they will see justice come forth.

By God’s grace, each believer has been given a gift to bring forth His light and glory for the earth to see.  Satan’s “M.O.” is to steal, kill, and destroy God’s purposed gift in us.  Satan also wants to keep the believers from joining together as ONE force with distraction, chaos, and division. But the Spirit of wisdom and discernment is available in greater measure to defeat the enemy (Haman’s edict) assigned to prevent us from entering into the fullness of our heavenly purpose. God wants to “cut off” anything that holds us back.  This month may be a good time to fast and pray and seek His face for increased wisdom and strategy.  

I encourage you to read the book of Esther to remember and gain insight on how God comes through an impossible situation using people who put their trust in Him.

At sundown on February 28th, we enter into the twelfth month of the Hebrew calendar known as ADAR. In Hebrew, the word Adar means “strength.” God’s desire is that His people finish the year strong IN HIM. This may require us all to put our “JOY ON” as we wrestle God to see Him face to face on matters of the heart.

It is interesting that this month is linked with the tribe of Naphtali. The name Naphtali in Hebrew means, “to struggle and wrestle forward.” Naphtali reminds us of all of the necessary wrestle, sometimes through our fiery trials, to move us forward in the direction toward the Lord and His purpose for us. It is through our wrestle our faith is tested and our core strength challenged to trust in God alone.

“… We also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance, and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us” (Rom. 5:3,4).

Naphtali’s mother was the concubine of Rachel. Rachel named him Naphtali because of her own struggles to give birth. “ With great wrestling’s I have wrestled with my sister, and indeed I have prevailed.” (Gen. 30:8).

Naphtali’s father, Jacob, also had an “all-star” wrestling match with the Lord as well, found in Genesis 34. During that time, Jacob was hard pressed on all sides. He was wrestling God to come through because his circumstances far outweighed his skill set and resources to get a breakthrough. Jacob was so used to “working the plan” to get results. He finally had no option but to turn to God for help.

God met him through an Angel, whom he wrestled with all night. During this encounter, Jacob was exercising his familiar muscle to work the plan and to do whatever he thought it took. If God hadn’t crippled his strength, Jacob would have kept going to his own hurt.

Jacob’s story reveals that God will sometimes use measures to physically impair us to intervene for our good because it puts a pause in us from heading down a destructive path. There was a fundamental part of Jacobs character that needed changing in order for him to fulfill his destiny. The fiery trial set up Jacob for the change.

Quite often, we are blinded to the very thing that can destroy our destiny. Jacob had learned, adopted and justified deception to obtain victory. This part of Jacob’s character was so familiar to him that he couldn’t see it wasn’t pleasing to God. Through the wrestle, this heart issue came to the surface.

When the revelation came to Jacob in the midst of the struggle, the Angel asked him what his name was. God was using this moment for repentance that led Him to the heart of God. Jacobs name meant deceiver, which needed to change. God then gave him a new name as a sign of the old nature now cut off to make way for the new.

The results of this wrestle changed history for himself, his family, and countless of multitudes that have now inherited God’s covenant promise. The veil came off of Jacob’s eyes, and he began to carry God’s covenant forward as a “prince under Gods headship,” which is why God gave him the the name Israel.

Jacob’s story reminds us that there comes a point in all of our lives that our greatest efforts, gifts and talents can only get us by so far. If we want to cross the finish line of our God given destiny, we all need to go through the wrestling of submission to let go of control while we cling to God alone. This wrestling produces a death in us to a life independent of God and builds in us a character that reflects His nature.

Before Jacob died, he prophesied over the tribe of Naphtali these words: “Naphtali is a deer let loose; he uses beautiful words.” The word “loose” comes from the Hebrew word shalach meaning, “to send away, cast away, to cast out, conduct, forsake, leave, let depart, push away.”

The expression, “let loose” has the implication of one who has escaped from the hunter. Deer are beautiful animals created to be free. Deers flee when they sense danger. We too are reminded to flee from enemy and to escape the bullet that kills our freedom found in Christ alone.

In Judges 4:6, we can read about one hero of Naphtali named Barak who worked with Deborah the judge to set God’s people free. This tribe was not typically known among the tribes as warriors. They were a part of the brigade with Dan and Asher in the rear guard, so they were not usually called to the front lines of battle.

This quality becomes evident when Deborah confronted Barak on why he wasn’t listening to the Lord who had commanded him t to deploy troops against the enemy. Deborah’s strength was what Barak needed to get the job done. He requested that Deborah assist him with this task. Barak was using humility at this point, needing to find a way to obey the Lord with a skill set he wasn’t trained for. Unifying with Deborah to make a strong team with the combination of their giftings IS God’s heart for His people today.

The banner symbol that identified the tribe of Naphtali was a deer. A significant fact is that deer have no gall bladder. The gall bladder is a membranous sac attached to the liver, in which excess bile is stored and concentrated. Bile is the bitter, yellow-brown or greenish fluid secreted by the liver. Bile produced and stored is like bitterness that is produced from an angry and jealous heart.

The beauty of Naphtali is that this tribe has the characteristic of one who has NO BITTERNESS! And because of that, “beautiful words come out of Naphtali’s mouth. “ God’s word instructs us:

“Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without no one will see the Lord; looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness, springing up cause trouble, and by this many become defiled (Heb. 12:14,15).

Before heading into the New Year, take time to reflect on the issues that lie deep within the heart. We are commanded to “cast off” any bitterness, even bitterness toward ourselves, so we can enter into the joy of the Lord.

Moses also prophesies over the tribe of Naphtali in Deut. 33:23. “O Naphtali, satisfied with favor, and full of blessing of the Lord, possess the west and the south.” Because Naphtali represents a pure heart, the favor of God is with this tribe to bless them. True intercessors, a characteristic of this tribe, are one’s with a pure heart, willing to lay their life down and stand in the gap for all, even the wicked.

Moses says to Naphtali to “possess the west and the south.” The west speaks of the land that lay to the west of Naphtali, which was the Mediterranean Sea. It was the gateway to new lands and new adventures. This is symbolic of “entering into the New Year through the gateway God opens to a new year of adventure with Him.”

The south speaks of the pleasant things, which lie at the foot of Naphtali. It was the southern coast of Naphtali that Jesus preached most of His life. That was the sea coast of Galilee, and the town of Capernaum. The Sermon on the Mount was preached in the land blessed for Naphtali, in which Jesus said, “Blessed are those….”

Adar is the twelfth month, and twelve is the number for “government.”  Jacob had twelve sons, and Jesus had twelve disciples. The first recorded words of Jesus in the New Testament were when He was 12 (Luke 2:42). 

Twelve symbolizes God’s power and authority as well as serving as a perfect governmental foundation.  New Jerusalem has 12 gates and Christ’s bride in Revelation 12 wears a crown of 12 stars.  The Lord has a remnant of 12×12, totaling 144,000 that are marked as His.  Jesus is coming back with “government on His shoulders” to rule and reign (Is. 9:7).  We are being prepared to understand God’s government in heaven and apply it on earth. 

Finally, I believe that this month of ADAR is key for the body of Christ to get ready to launch out corporately. God has been preparing His army to go into a GLOBAL season with Him. It is a season of preparing for His return, and it will require separation unto Him, and a willingness in the heart to say, “Not my will but yours.”

God has “hidden” the remnant for a time. Our identity has been hidden. Our gifting has been hidden. Our regional, and national calling has been hidden. BUT, the wrestle is on, and the blessings are coming. God is taking off the masquerade and we will be seen as a people identified as His. 

When it was God’s time, Esther’s true identity was revealed to the king. But that famous quote given to Esther when she was wrestling to step into that identity was, “For such a time as this.” It is for “such a time as this” we have all been called to understand His Covenant, His story, and His truth, and to walk accordingly in His plan.

At sundown on January 29th, we begin the celebration of the eleventh month of the Hebrew calendar called “Shevat.” This month is associated with the tribe of Asher, the eighth son of Jacob. Asher’s name means “happy and blessed” and comes from the root word “ashar” which is translated: to be straight, right, forward, honest, and prosperous. Asher was known as a blessed tribe with land that produced many natural resources providing food and delicacies fit for a king.

Asher was known amongst the tribes to share their rich resources. In the Promised Land, Asher was located between Tyre and Carmel, which was some of the most fertile land in Canaan because it had low temperatures and much rainfall. Resources were a blessing, but Asher’s true happiness came from giving to others. With such an abundance of goods, Asher exported goods to supply to the other tribes and became known for its olive oil.

Jacob prophesied over Asher these words, “Bread from Asher shall be rich, and he shall yield royal dainties.” (Gen. 49:20) 

The Hebrew word for bread in this scripture is “lechem” and means “food you eat to obtain nourishment.”  In the natural, Asher was blessed with rich food fit for kings, but in the spirit, God is saying prophetically that the gift of Asher brings rich, strong meat (revelation) of God’s word.  Asher has a gift to pull out the treasures hidden in God’s Word.

 “Rich” can also be translated as “fat.”  The Hebrew word for fat is “shamen” and means “greasy, plenteous, oily and rich.”  Oil is typically symbolic of the Holy Spirit. The bread or “word” of Asher will not only be meaty, but richly anointed by the Holy Spirit! (The fruitful olive tree is actually the symbol for this tribe).

Moses further prophesies over Asher in Deut. 33:24 “Asher is most blessed of sons; let him be favored by his brothers, and let him dip his foot in oil.  Your sandals shall be iron and bronze; as your days, so shall your strength be.”

Asher “dips” or “plunges” his foot in oil is not a small prophetic word.  In order for Asher to fulfill his call, his foundation needs to be the “Word” and to spend time in the presence of “The Word” to share God’s revelation rich with His anointing to strengthen His people. 

Psalm 1:1-3 describes Asher: “Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful, but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he mediates day and night.  He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth its fruit in its season, whose leaf also shall not wither; and whatever he does shall prosper.”

Asher’s sandals being of iron and bronze describes the nature of his gifting.  Shoes of iron are God’s judgments, and the word God gives them to share can shake the world. Signs and wonders will follow!

The first miracle recorded in the gospels takes place in Cana of Galilee, where Jesus turned the water into wine. This land was the inheritance of Asher and the beginning of miraculous signs of provision. (John 2:1-11)  This land is also where Jesus revealed himself as the “bread of Life” which is symbolic of the gift Asher would share.

Matt 4:4 “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God.” Bread is symbolic of the word of God.“

 Anna, the prophetess from the New Testament, came from the tribe of Asher and was one of the first to recognize Jesus as the Savior when He was born.  Her faithfulness and dedication to serve the Lord for 84 years made her “fat” with God’s revelation about the Savior.

“Now there was one, Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher.  She was of a great age, and had lived with a husband seven years from her virginity, and this woman was a widow of about 84 years, who did not depart from the temple, but served God with fasting’s and prayers night and day.  And coming in that instant she gave thanks to the Lord, and spoke of Him to ALL those who looked for redemption in Jerusalem” (Luke 2:36-38).

In the Bible, Asher is spoken of by Moses as the most blessed of the sons and favored by his brothers.  This tribe was blessed with numerous children and lived in peace with all the other tribes.

Asher is set around the tabernacle on the north side between Dan and Naphtali.  These three tribes had the assignment of being the  “rear” guard and were generally not ones to be warriors in battle.  Avoiding battle when needed can be Asher’s weakness and downfall. Asher chose not to help during Israel’s national crisis when called to battle by Barak and Deborah. However, they did come when Gideon called as well as King Hezekiah.

God wants to reveal His Covenant in a “meaty” way so we can move in His heart ahead as the bride of Christ. Seek God’s presence and expect to receive His revelation. He wants to bless you in this season of “rest” in knowing Him and why He created you. God wants to revive and awaken your “roots” to be vibrant and alive in Him. Rivers of living water shall flow through your roots system and spring forth life in areas that have appeared dead. Expect His water and oil!

In 2025, the remnant is poised to receive the increase of His anointing to break forth light and shift cities and nations to the Kings truth and way. Trust that heaven has prepared the solution and increase. We all must REST in that knowledge. This is the hour and set time God will use His remnant for His service and to connect them in unity in their community…. A CONVERGENCE of many streams of living water joined together under the headship of Christ. The rich resources will be needed to navigate and walk in His miracle provision. So while the world is taken away by the fear and drama of the anti-christ agenda, the remnant is thriving and alive with God’s providential help.

God is also preparing us to sow the seeds of revelation He gives us this month when His spring season begins with Nisan.  Whatever the circumstances bring up ahead, His revelation will carry us through, so it is vital this year to take time to get His Word.

So the key this month is to REST and receive His anointed Word! And if you have the gift of Asher, God’s people need that “meaty” word bathed in His oil!

“It is more blessed to give than receive.” (Acts. 20:35)

The tenth month of the Hebrew calendar, known as Tevet falls on New Years Eve/Day this year. Ten is the number associated with godly order, authority, and testimony. What a great way to start out 2025 with a testimony of thankfulness to the LORD for all He has done.

Tevet begins the winter season of “rest.” The next three months are suited to spend time “resting” with the Father, digging into His Word and prayer. This season lends itself to intimacy, renewed strength, and clarity to understand God’s direction ahead.

This month is also associated with the tribe of Dan. Dan was one of the tribes that formed a branch on the north side of the tabernacle, along with Asher and Naphtali. These tribes were the known as the “rear guard,” and chosen to protect the tribes from any enemies coming from behind or through the “backdoor.”

The “backdoor” is usually an entrance for those who are familiar to us like family and friends, whereas the front door is met with a formal greeting and permission to come in. In a season of “rest” we must be watchful of letting our guard down with people and situations that are “familiar.” This is where we are most vulnerable, and when the enemy can “sneak up” on us and engage us in battle by surprise or unarmed.

Genesis 49:16 -18 says, “Dan shall judge his people, as one of the tribes of Israel. Dan shall be a serpent by the way, and adder in the path, that bites the horse heels, so that his rider shall fall backwards.”

Dan’s name in Hebrew means “to judge, to rule, or to execute judgment.” God equipped Dan with a gift of wisdom to rule righteously and establish God’s path. This doesn’t mean Dan always exercised that gift with Godly character.

To “judge” and exercise Gods authority is part of our calling as believers but to do so with a heart of humility that is yielded to the Holy Spirit. As we step into a situation with righteous authority, the witness will be Godly order, deliverance, and peace in the midst of chaos, which is a valuable asset.

Dan’s gift can ignite a “holy anger” when injustice occurs. “Holy anger” can be used in prayer effectively to seek God for His judgment and action plan. However, anger left uncircumcised can lead to bitterness and destructive behavior outside of Gods authority. Esau’s bitter anger toward Jacob led to generations who were fueled to destroy Jacob’s lineage all throughout the Old Testament.

The Pharisees were also an example of uncircumcised authority, rooted in their need for power and control. Their “doctrines of men” imposed created a “holy”enslavement system to keep the people under their rulership. The legalism made way for these “judges” to become bullies and tyrants.

Samson was from the tribe of Dan, and his story shares the ups and downs of the characteristics of the tribe of Dan (Judges 13-16). God chose to raise up Samson to be a “judge” to deliver Israel out of the hand of the Philistines.

Samson had grown up to be smart, cunning, and had a love for justice. His supernatural gift of physical strength was given with one condition of not cutting his hair. Nothing more. Later in life, Samson became quite head strung because he didn’t have to lean on anyone to help him succeed. Sadly, this included God.

Samson fell into the trap of the “sins of the flesh,” which can happen easily when we are gifted, yet lack humility. Samson leaned into his gift to acquire assets and feeding his own desires. (Judges 14:12).

Samson also chose to disobey God’s laws. The Israelites were not to have relations with a harlot, marry a Philistine, or eat from the carcass of an unclean animal. These are just a few things Samson chose to do despite Gods instruction. However, each of these choices opened up the door for the “destroyer” to cut off his anointing and weaken the nation to their enemies.

Betrayal summarized much of Samson’s love life, igniting ANGER in his heart that fueled revenge and killed many (Judges 15:7). As a result, Samson mimicked the traits of his enemy rather than a righteous witness for God.

Samson managed to have 20 years of leading Israel to help them live peaceably with the enemies around them because this was Gods purpose in anointing Samson. But as he continued to compromise and follow his own ways, the consequences of these actions caught up to him and left him to deal with them in his own strength.

The judgment came after Samson fell prey to his lust for Delilah (Judges 16). The Philistines soon sought to hire Delilah to obtain the secret of Samson’s supernatural strength. Delilah agreed to the lucrative deal, and set forth to use her charm to try and get the intel. Samson became worn down with her persistence, and finally shared his secret to her. While he was sleeping (unaware), she “cut off” his hair (his anointing) and handed him over to the Philistine leaders. This was a classic “back door” sneak attack scenario that came through betrayal but brought on by Samson’s disobedience to God.

Samson’s story speaks loudly today that we cannot just lean on the grace of God to further His kingdom cause. We need to line up with His truth and ways because the compromises over time steal our ability to exercise Gods authority, and leave us vulnerable to the enemy who waits until the opportune time to strike a blow. Not only did the Philistines de-platform Samson as leader, but they ripped his eyes out and shackled him to prevent him from leading again.

Although Samson was captured and imprisoned, eventually, the gift grew back (his hair) in his brokenness before God. Out of his “fiery trial,” Samson received spiritual” eyes to see Gods kingdom cause, which later gave him the ability to wipe out the Philistines while sacrificing his own life. Samson found a measure of humility to judge righteously.

God’s gift in us all can appear to be swallowed in darkness because of our pride, but it is never snuffed out. In humility, God will allow His gift in us all to rise to a greater measure when we submit to His authority. Samson’s strength was the greatest in his last act before his death.

Coincidently, this month of Tevet is associated with the Hebrew letter AYIN, which is a picture of an eye. Like Samson, God wants us to learn to see through our spiritual eyes what is happening in our lives and in the world around us. Hopefully, we can take some pointers from Samson’s story this month so we don’t have to learn this the hard way!

This month, ask God for His discernment so you can judge yourself righteously and those around you with the help of the Holy Spirit. What or who has the attention of your eyes and tugging on your heart? What does Our Father in heaven, the great JUDGE, see when He observes you? These are great questions to ponder as you examine your heart to prepare for the new year.

The ninth month of the Hebrew Covenant Calendar, known as Kislev, begins at sundown on December 1st. Kislev means, “security, trust, and coming full circle.” This is the last month of the “harvest” season, and associated with the tribe of Benjamin; the youngest son of Jacob. Benjamin was the only son born in the Promised Land.

Benjamin was actually given two names at his time of birth. The first came from his mother Rachel. Having great difficulties in giving birth, Benjamin’s mother died right after seeing her son born. Rachel named him “Benoni” which means “son of my sorrow (or iniquity). The name of her son was a death confession of her stealing the family treasured idols (Gen. 35:18).

As much as Jacob loved Rachel and wanted to honor her request, when he saw his newborn, God put it on his heart to change his name to fit the destiny God had shown him. So instead of Benoni, his name became Benjamin, which means “son of my right hand.”

The meaning of a person’s name in the Bible often reveals clues to their God given identity and destiny. Notably, when God changed a person’s name, it significantly shifted His covenant forward.

For example, Abram’s name means “exalted father.” But after Abram left to the Promised Land, God changed it to Abraham, which means, “Father of many nations.” This name change fit the covenant promise to Abraham and his family inheritance, which includes Christian’s today that reside in all nations.

Another example of a significant name change was when God changed Jacob’s name to ISRAEL. Jacob’s birth name means “supplanter, or deceiver,” and this name fit his character in the first portion of his life. But after Jacob wrestled with God and came face to face with the Lord, God changed his name to fit his calling to ISRAEL, which means “ruler or prince with God” (Gen. 35:10).

This encounter was the very reason why Jacob/Israel was prompted to change Benjamin’s name because he knew the Father’s heart. Benjamin was the only son born after Jacob’s divine encounter with God. This then was Jacob’s firstfruit to the Lord when he dedicated his son to be the “son of God’s right hand.”

Incidentally, Jesus went through an identity change as well when He was being baptized. The Father said, “This is My Son, in whom I am well pleased” (Matt. 3:17). From that moment on, Jesus was not identified as a carpenter’s son, but rather as the son of God sent to save man from sin.

Before Jacob/Israel died, God used him to give a latter day prophetic covenant blessing to all his sons. In Genesis 49:27, Jacob declared over Benjamin:

“Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; in the morning he shall devour the prey, and at night he shall divide the spoil.”

This word reveals the two sided nature of Benjamin. The “ravenous wolf” goes after the things of the flesh with a vengeance to satiate a worldly appetite. However, the matured Benjamin “divides the spoils,” to serve Gods people with His manna.

Obviously, there is a war within Benjamin on which nature will rule within his heart. This war is similar to believers shifting from being saved by grace and carrying on “as is,” to one who wrestles with God to know Him while selflessly serving at His instruction.

All of the disciples of Jesus, minus Judas Iscariot, were from the tribe of Benjamin. When Jesus called on each of them to be His disciples, they received a new identity. After spending time with the Lord and going through a transformation process, God was able to use them as His light to share the Good News. Their new name became “Christ-ians,” meaning “sons of the Anointed One.”

God prophesied that the tribe of Benjamin would be His LIGHT when He split the kingdom in two:

“And to Solomon’s son I will give one tribe (Benjamin), that My servant David may always have a LAMP before Me in Jerusalem, the city which I have chosen for Myself, to put My name there (1 Kings 11:36).

Saul, who converted to Paul, was also a Benjamite (Romans 11:1). We read about his encounter, identity change, and how he was used as a “light” in Act. 9:1-22. Saul had believed himself to be so righteous as a Pharisee, persecuting the Christians UNTIL His encounter with the Father. After his “face to face,” he went from being a “son of sorrow/iniquity” to that “son of God’s right hand” (Gen. 35:18).

America will need a National “face to face” encounter as well as we have lost our identity and purpose as a nation established by God. God will raise the “sons of light” to help with this redemptive process that all creation is groaning for (Rom. 8:19).

As nations are warring, and bitterness is being fueled with the injustice and evil that is dominating the stage, it is important we take the mature side of Benjamin and war in the Spirit and not in the flesh. God has given us His mighty weapon of warfare for the pulling down of strongholds and everything that exalts itself against the LORD’s truth (1 Cor. 10:4).

God also prophesied over the Benjamites through Moses a special protection and covering. Moses declared:

“The beloved of the Lord shall dwell in safety by Him, who shelters him all the day long; and he shall dwell between His shoulders.” (Deut.33: 12)

This word is comforting to take hold of and and to press into as we go through the shakings. By His grace, we are shielded under the governmental mantle of Jesus Himself, along with His hosts of Angels.

Esther and Mordacei came from the tribe of Benjamin as well, and leave us with an example of the matured Benjamins that God used to save a whole nation of people. They resolved to lay their lives down for God’s greater Kingdom cause. Their faith was unwavering and uncompromising even against impossible odds. Seeking God through prayer was key as it made way for the TIMING and strategy of God to do their part. God brought the increase that was out of their control. Can we follow that example today?

God’s Covenant sign of the rainbow after the flood is also associated with the tribe of Benjamin. (Gen.8,9). The rainbow, which has all the colors, is symbolic of the heart of the Benjamites who desire is to see God’s glory flood and restore all things (Acts 3:21).

Kislev is the ninth Hebrew month, and the biblical number associated with visitation. After His resurrection, it is recorded in the scriptures that Jesus appeared alive to nine groups of people. He IS the light of men, and the son of God who sits at the right hand of the Father interceding for us all.

On the flip side, the counterfeit “light” comes through a spirit of anti-Christ, using sorcery (witchcraft) which the Old Testament recounts nine different groups or individuals who practiced sorcery. This was an abomination to the LORD. The war battling between the false and true light on the world stage today requires us to ask for a greater level of discernment to distinguish between the two. The LORD gave us a sign to look for: “You will know them by their fruit.”

There are 9 fruits of the Holy Spirit to help us distinguish between the true sons of light and the imposters.  Galatians 5:22,23 gives us a list of all nine fruits: love, joy, peace, long suffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.  This list is a divine completeness of the manifestation of the character of Christ, which we all should aspire to become.  

When the world can see the manifestation of the “sons of light” united as one like a well- oiled machine, operating (submitting) under the headship of Yeshua and His authority, the heavens and the earth will rejoice. Creation will come into an abundance of fruitfulness and a new name will be written over these overcomers by the LORD Himself:

“… I will write on him the name of My God and the name of the city of My God, the New Jerusalem, which comes down out of heaven from my God. And I will write on him My new name” (Rev. 3:12).

The scripture goes on to say, “He who has an ear to hear, let him hear.” Let us be open to hearing and obeying so we can be a part of the building of the city of the New Jerusalem up ahead.

This city will not made of hands, but radiating the LIGHT of His glory in the fullness of His splendor. We must identify and purpose our hearts to join His vision to become His corporate temple for the world to see (Rev.21:1-3).

I pray God connects your light to the company of the “sons of light” whom He has prepared for this hour to rise in His glory “as one” in His hand to save the nations. It is God’s desire and plan to use His “Benjamites” in His great visitation!

“For the earnest expectation of the creation eagerly awaits the revealing of the sons of God” (Romans 8:19).

At sundown on November 1st, we enter into the eighth month of the Hebrew Calendar known as “Cheshvan.” Eight is the number for new beginnings, and perfectly describes the events associated with this month in biblical history.

Cheshvan’s name stems from the word “flood.” During the days of Noah, the flood began on the 17th of Cheshvan and ended the following year on the 27th of Cheshvan. Cheshvan not only marked the execution of God’s judgment and hardship, but also new doors opening. When Noah and his family left the ark, they had a whole new landscape to build and multiply the earth.

Imagine experiencing those days, both the coming in and out of the ark which was marked by a whirlwind of change. Change can stir up anxiety and fear of the unknown, which I am sure all of Noah’s family experienced. But Noah’s name means “comfort,” and God used him to help the family through the uncertainty of God’s judgment on the nations. This is a type of shadow of the Holy Spirit, our comforter, who helps us through the judgment of God dealing with the nations once again. Cheshvan reveals both death and resurrection life of nations, both of which led and will continue to lead to the fulfillment of Gods covenant promises.

This month is also associated with the tribe of Manasseh; which was one of sons of Joseph. Joseph’s sons were grafted in to Jacob/Israel’s Covenant blessing:

“Bless the lads; Let my name be named upon them. And the name of my fathers Abraham and Isaac; and let them grow into a multitude in the midst of the earth.” (Gen. 48:16)

Manasseh means, “one who forgets the toil.” The character of Manasseh was to forgive and not carry a grudge. The forgiving nature gave Manasseh the ability to fulfill their calling. This tribe shows us the character of forgiveness to the point of forgetting the wrong, and it is this character trait that brings healing to the nations.

The prophetic blessing given to Joseph’s son was the crowning best and the double portion:

Then Israel said to Joseph, “Behold, I am dying, but God will be with you and bring you back to the land of your fathers. ²² Moreover I have given to you one portion above your brothers, which I took from the hand of the Amorite with my sword and my bow.” (Gen. 48:21,22)

“Joseph is a fruitful bough, a fruitful bough by a well; His branches run over the wall.” (Gen. 49:22)

In Genesis 49:22-26 and Deut. 33:13-17, God declares that the sons of Joseph would have hidden resources, rich heritage with God’s favor and blessing upon the land given with rain and produce. In addition, these two tribes would push the peoples to the ends of the earth.

America has the fingerprints of God fulfilling Manasseh’s prophetic destiny in the latter days, so it’s not surprising that America’s elections fall in the month associated with Manasseh. Manasseh was the thirteenth tribe grafted in by Jacob to the family inheritance of Israel (Gen. 48). America began with thirteen colonies, she has 13 stripes in her flag, and has 13 identified in many of her symbols on the Presidential Seal. This month is connected to America and her destiny in fulfilling her role in God’s kingdom redemption plan.

In the Old Testament, we read one hero from the Tribe of Manasseh named Gideon, a “mighty man of valor. (Judges 6:12.) At the time Gideon is “chosen” by God to do a mighty work, he was threshing wheat to hide from the Midianites who were impoverishing and oppressing the Israelites and destroying their produce and livestock.

The Angel of Lord appeared to him. Gideon asked, “Why are all these things happening to the children of Israel?” He was looking to the Lord for answers, and the Lord’s answer was to use Gideon.  And the Lord said to Gideon, “Go in this might of yours, and you shall save Israel from the hand of the Midianites. Have I not sent you?” (Judges 6:14)

Gideon didn’t believe God had the right guy, because the odds were against him and he didn’t “appear” to be the best candidate. “O my Lord, how can I save Israel? Indeed my clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father’s house.”

But the Lord replied, “Surely I will be with you, and you shall defeat the Midianites as one man.”

When God finally convinced Gideon He was chosen, Gideon gathered as many resources as he could to fight the Midianites. However, the Lord instructed Gideon that he had too many resources…too many soldiers to go to battle. This was God’s strategy in turning the hearts of His people toward trusting in Him alone.

God has been preparing a remnant of Gideon’s in our day that understand they cannot have victory in their own strength or resources, but in God alone. This “Gideon army” has learned through tests and trials to surrender to the Lord’s command, and the least likely to be chosen to rule in positions of prominence both in and out of the Church according to our “worldly standards.” They will be chosen to be “kings and priests” in the Age of Tabernacles when Jesus returns as King (Rev. 5:9).

It is no coincidence that Gideon was threshing wheat when He was called upon.  God’s role for this Gideon army He is raising up today will have the wisdom to discern between the wheat from the tares that have grown in the field (world). This wisdom will even plumbline the Church in establishing His Kingdom here on the earth.

Over these past 2,000 years, the Church at large has produced wheat (good) and now the tares (bad) are becoming evident.   The “Gideon army” will be the ones God equips to bring the body together as one to look like His Bride that will produce fruitfulness.

The month of Cheshvan is associated with the Lord’s flood that brings death and life.  When the Lord flooded the earth in the days of Noah, there was death that resulted. Death always proceeds God’s resurrection power and new beginnings. Even before the children of Israel were getting close to the time when the Lord would finally take them out of the wilderness and into the Promised Land, Moses died first.  The Lord then said to Joshua, “MOSES IS DEAD!”…BUT…..”Be Strong and of Good Courage!”

Moses was a great leader, and God used him to move His Covenantal purpose forward.  But when it was God’s timing, Joshua was chosen to pick up the baton and move the Covenant forward differently than his predecessor. God created Joshua with the purpose in mind to lead and conquer the Promised Land.  He didn’t create Joshua to replicate Moses, but only to glean from Moses the wisdom, knowledge, and leadership of God’s heart, plan and character.

We are in transit of a new generation who will take the deposit of the “Pentecostal (church) Age” and move it forward into the “Age of Tabernacles.” They will take the wisdom and truth we have gained in advancing the Kingdom of God these past 2000 years, but will move God’s Covenant plan ahead differently.  The “old wine skin” will die.  The “traditions of old” will die.  The flesh will die.  But His Spirit will flood the earth and bring newness of life.  The Gideon’s will advance into the “Promised Land” with the King leading them and establish His government in the land.  It is an exciting time we live in!

In order to experience “newness of life,” we have to close doors to open new ones. We have to let go of old ways and mindsets that aren’t producing life any longer. We need to let go of past successes as well so we can embrace the newness of the season ahead. So there is a required “death” process that precedes the birth of a new thing. Ask the Lord, “What door do I need to close so I can enter in the new door ahead?” Enjoy the flood of His Spirit bringing new life!