I'm fasting hamburgers on Tuesdayz!

Happy Friday Everyone! I decided to began posting once a week because I am transitioning and will not have as much time to post.

With that being said, let's tap right in to see what's in the well...

After failing miserably time after time during fasting & praying, I realized I lacked wisdom on the matter, so I decided to purchase a book entitled The Miracle Result of Fasting by Dave Williams. People seem to believe as long as your not eating, your fulfilling a successful fast, when in actuality all you're fulfilling is a successful diet. Fasting and praying go hand in hand, in that it is impossible to conduct one without the other. Even Jesus himself found it important to fast & pray. He believed that in order to defeat his adversary and complete His assignment on earth, He needed chains broken. The major prophet Isaiah spoke of it this way: "Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke?" Isaiah prophesied that severe demonic presence in one's life via strong holds and bondage can only be removed by this practice. So why is it that we either negate fasting all together OR we amend it to fit "our" levels of comfort? Let's continue taping into the well...

This past week I was asked to join a friend in fasting in order to loose the hand of the enemy over this person's life. Wait, what did she just say, fasting with someone else? That's exactly what I said because we must remember that our lives are NOT our own. This is why it is important for us to understand the principles associated with fasting & praying so that we can join forces to defeat the enemy for others as well. The bible says in Matthew 18:20 that when two or more are gathering touching and agreeing in the name of the Lord, He is in the midst. (paraphrasing)

There are a number of different fasts in the bible. One, Daniel, is often exercised. It is a 21 day fast allowing consummation of fruits, vegetables, fruit juices (non concentrated) and water. However although popular, this may not be the best fast for everyone. If you know your health will not allow you the absence of meat as with Daniel's fast, substitute for another item such as fish, all while fasting for healing of your sickness. While omitting certain foods as a sacrifice and testament of faith in the work of the Lord, we are to substitute the time we would usually spend watching television, movies, playing games, listening to secular music, etc. in prayer and reading biblical literature. Personally, I pray about a time i.e. 6A-6P where I refrain from eating all foods and consume ONLY water or natural juices. I also read, pray in the spirit and listen to gospel music or messages in the place of my normal activity. It is also very important to attend prayer meetings, bible studies and actively participate in praise and worship. Lord help on the days Real Housewives of ATL comes on. LOL Just kidding! Fasting uncovers a level of wisdom concerning what we embrace via eye and ear gates. Perhaps, we may enjoy watching/listening to many of the "very" entertaining shows but it is not wise because they are contaminating to our spiritual growth therefore, we must filter out our intake. Fasting must become the lifestyle of the believer in Christ. Jesus spoke in Matthew 6:16 exclaiming: "when you fast, do not look somber as hypocrites." (paraphrasing) He didn't say IF but WHEN! We MUST seek the Lord regarding specific time weekly, monthly etc. where we consecrate ourselves to fasting and praying. If you have/are experiencing generational curses, repetitious experiences, demonic interference, illness, unsafe communities, addictions etc., it's time to develop a lifestyle of fasting and praying. In Dave's book, he unveils road blocks that will make your fast in vain. They are: fasting to compete, fasting in arrogance, fasting in showy display and fasting with boasting. If any of those are means for your fast, you'll be waisting your time, because God will not honor them. So, seek the Lord today regarding your consistent fast and the next time someone you care for is under attack, you'll be prepared to react. Have a wonderful & safe weekend....

CHALL

SHOPPING MEDICATOR!

Happy Surdy as Baltimore people would say! LOL

I pray you all have a fulfilling weekend.

The most favorable activity on Saturdays for people across America is......give up? SHOPPING!!!! I happen to enjoy this activity myself, especially on Saturdays. There's something incredible about the Saturday rush: longer lines, crowded parking structures. I don't know, maybe I'm just weird. If you live in LA and visit the Beverly Center, you definitely think I'm weird because that place is a circus.

However, the mall is one of the places very similar to the church on Resurrection Sunday in that there's guaranteed to be a large crowd. Why do you think that is? I use to get an overwhelming feeling of sadness each time I visited the mall and could not figure out why. I was getting great bargains, enjoying my company, and still sad. Has anyone ever experienced this? So one day I decided to seek God concerning my feelings because they were growing more cumbersome with each visit. The Lord began to share with me that many people use "shopping" as a means of medication for various issues and diseases such as: addiction, low self esteem, marital/family problems, physical sickness etc. Therefore, as a prophetic intercessor, which He calls all of His children to be, I was sensitive to the spirits that were around me. The Lord strategically placed me in the mall to PRAY against the schemes of the enemy. What??? You mean I wasn't there simply because Betseyville and Carter's Clothier was having a sale? Perhaps in part, but 95% of my attendance was to be an instrument tugging on the heart of God concerning what I sensed in the spirit. People lose themselves as a result of masking issues via shopping because its deception is that by not acknowledging the problem, it will go away. NOT TRUE!!! What happens is that after spending unnecessarily, because that's exactly what it is, the problem has grown because it was suppressed. Now, you're depressed about your initial issue as well as the fact that you've spent without proper reason.

So, before you catch the sales today, say a little prayer asking the Lord to cleanse your heart so that you can pray successfully for someone else. If you are the "shopping medicator," realize this is a trick and once your high is over, those same problems will be staring you down like a wolf to prey. The enemy PREYS on you, decide this moment to PRAY on Him. Enjoy shopping because there are NO underlying ailments which constitute the experience. Also, be especially sensitive to others with "shopping medicating" spirits around you and remember YOUR prayers could be the very ones saving some one's life. Trust me, your shopping experience will be far more fulfilling! He rewards those who diligently seek Him! (Hebrews 11:6) While in the shopping facilities, expect some miraculous discounts or specials simply for your obedience in prayer. He loves us, why wouldn't He release blessings even at the mall. Enjoy your Surdy & Sundy! Blessings.....

CHALL

LD2MS, are you?

Pray the Lord fam what it do!

So today we are going to briefly touch on a very familiar subject, and that is "PRAISE." Often times, many will only engage in this activity when things are going well or at least manageable. However, the BEST time to praise is when things are going totally, completely, absolutely, ridiculously OUT OF CONTROL. You know when things are so beyond words that they are simply stupid! That's the best time to praise God because first, it reveals your true level of faith and commitment to the word of God and secondly, it confuses your devils. Many would argue the natural response to problems are anger, frustration or sadness. But the moment we shift into praise, an extraordinary response, we declare victory over that situation. It takes a radical, extraordinary response to receive radical, ridiculous results! The enemy desires us to embrace those other reactions because they all are catalyst for further negative responses. The enemy's assignment is to kill, steal and destroy (john 10:10) therefore, he has a Bobby Seale (black panther party) response: "any means necessary!"

I dare you the very next time you are faced with what seems to be a stumbling block to shift into praising God for what He has already worked out and what you know with certainty He will work out because He is true to His word. Too many times we engage in unnecessary "emotional" dramatics, when the proper response is praise. Think back to all of the times you kicked, screamed, cursed, took a drink/smoke all to see a victorious outcome in the end. Any response other than praise simply depayed your perfect ending. The bible says that the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but MIGHTY in POWER for the pulling down of strongholds. 2 Cor 10:4 (emphasis mine) Each time we utilize our weapon which is PRAISE, we pull down every trick and scheme of the enemy which has acted as strongholds in our lives. The scripture doesn't suggest praise to be a cute response, it says that's it MIGHTY IN POWER which means that sometimes we have to get "crunk" for lack of a better term to defeat our adversary! Make your last challenge the last using anything other than praising the name of Jesus as your response. As you mention the very name of Jesus Christ EVERY knee MUST bow and tongue confess that He is king of kings and Lord of all! This is why the enemy wants us to respond in other ways because He knows once the name is spoken it grows legs with feet and kicks him in the butt! LOL! This blog has gotten me excited, can you tell? As a matter of fact LOL doesn't due justice, let's create one in which we, the kingdom folks will use when we refer to our father. Let's go with LD2MS Laughing Down 2 My Soul.....whatcha think???

Alright fam, I feel victory in my future and I know you do to, and if you don't you will!!

CHALL........LD2MS

STRETCH MARX

HOW U DUIN? In the voice of Wendy Williams, yes sorry I must admit I am a frequent viewer of the show....yikes! LOL

The other week I noticed something my daughter did which caught my attention, but not in the way it did the other day. She sits in her seat with a hanging mobility toy above her and talk sometimes even fuss' at the toys because she's too afraid to fully extend her arms to reach them. Therefore, she becomes frustrated with them as a result. A few days ago Lyric was asleep in her chair and as she turned from side to side to gain comfort, she extended her arms which reached the toys, swaying them from side to side. WOW!

Now Lyric is only 3 months so the idea of trying new things is oblivious to her at this point. As for us, it's very familiar! How often is it that we don't allow what truly resides within to manifest as a result of being too afraid to stretch. I've come to realize in my blank years of existing, (LOL) that the times when I am completely uncomfortable and feeling out of my league, can be attributed to God stretching me. It's almost like He has to put us to sleep, meaning a position where we are uncertain of what takes place in order to pull us to greatness. However, like baby girl Lyric, we get frustrated with what lies ahead as opposed to the disability which resides within challenging the growth. Grant it, no one in their right mind will choose to be physically blind, nonetheless, imagine what we can obtain and are willing to embrace had we not had the ability to see what was current.

My riverz begin to flow a little deeper as I sat and looked at Lyric sway the toys. I thought of how just a few months prior my belly had stretched to maximum capacity to accommodate such a wonderful blessing. This is the same in the spirit for us. In the end our physical, emotional, mental and spiritual stretch marks will stand as a reminder of what was endured in order to gleam over the wonderful blessings in the end. So, to be honest, the journey the Lord takes us on regardless of how cumbersome, which by the way is determined by our response, is worth the stretching in the end. The reality of it all is that Jesus made each of us to His own liking, gifts, talents and all. It's like an artist who has been working on a master piece over time. Once the piece is completed, his primary goal is to have the labor appreciated by the viewers. It's the same with our heavenly father. He placed all of these wonderful characteristics inside of us and His ultimate desire is for us to live 100% fulfilled lives offering those gifts. He doesn't want us returning to Him loaded with all we refused to be stretched in order to expense. Stretch marks, although very annoying, represent our victories! Allow God to stretch you in every capacity of your life, especially those areas which you desire to control the most! Again, it's painful and annoying but the ends result is miraculous...Be Blessed!


CHALL

"HOLLYWOOD BREAKDOWN"

Helllllllllllllllllo cyber fam!!! I miss you all! Pray your weekend was wonderful!

Over the weekend I endured what I use to refer to as the "Hollywood breakdown." I use to refer to it as such when I resided in Los Angeles because it would be a time whereas I felt as if I could NOT endure another trial before loosing my mind. I was faced with this experience over the weekend however, this time, the Lord gave me a whole new revelation about it. It actually came on two separate topics ending at the exact same result. I cried out to God and I said, "I'm tithing without an income, giving an offering, reading my word, faithful to the blog, believing as hard as I know how and I don't have anything left." And the Lord clearly said: "all you need is to trust me. When it's all said and done your trust in me is what will bring about my miracles." Needless to say I was still a little angry because I "thought" I was trusting Him, but obviously I wasn't 100%.

The second was regarding sin and the reality that when we feel as if we are trusting God in vain or the blessings are not moving quick enough, sin is the most used reaction. We often resort to what is familiar and has been asleep. Let me expound. Many times we do not receive deliverance from the desire, we simply bury it. Therefore, when life presents challenges, the enemy awakens the sin and reintroduces it in a more enticing light. The Lord began to share with me that many become enslaved to their sins because they have placed a humanistic approach to the time frame in which sin can be forgiven. The bible says once we ask for forgiveness, it happens immediately and thrown into a sea of forgetfulness. But we tend to harbor the memory which results in mental slavery to the sin. The prophetic declaration of the Lord is that not only is sin forgiven and forgotten instantly upon request, the very next instant/second begins a NEW slate. We are not to be of sin nature, meaning religiously committing the act. When we seek forgiveness, we are to intend to NEVER embrace the temptation again.

So today we must make declaration that regardless what the physical appears, trusting God wholeheartedly will be our response. We must also declare that as humans we make mistakes, but the instant our Father in heaven has forgiven us, the next we must walk in newness.

CHALL

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CONQUERING OFFENSE...I'm done with the church!

Heller Fam! It's "hump day," and the weekend is drawing nearer yehh!

Yesterday I posed this question taken from the Apostle Paul. He said he knew how to abase and how to abound. So my question is "what do you do when you feel abased and abound to the max, do you abase more, or abound more?" I know it sounds really wordy and complicated but it's actually rather simple. Far too many people have been forced to exercise those tactics when it comes to dealing with the people of God. Woow, did you think I was going to say the people of the world? You see, we expect to need an extra grace when dealing with people who do not know Jesus, but neglect to realize those who do know Him can be challenging as well. There are far too many people whom like myself at some point or another experienced what we call "church hurt or affliction," as a result of an incident.

The situation could have occurred with another member OR even the leaders. So what do you do in order to recover from that conflict? Do we just decide to not return to the church and utilize other resources such as books, Cd's, or the internet? Unfortunately, that is the response for many because they were unable to conquer the offense. However, the word of God indicates in multiple places that Christ's goal is for us to join together as a church body in order to render strength and encouragement to one another. One indication is found in Galatians 6:1-2 Brothers, if someone is caught in a sin, you who are spiritual should restore him gently. But watch yourself, or you also may be tempted. Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. Paul reveals that first, we will get caught in some form of sin because we are human and secondly, when we do, the burden of prayer and supplication for our deliverance is to be carried by our brothers/sisters in Christ. Our brothers and sisters won't know to carry our burdens if we are out of position. We are to restore in love and gentleness. The enemy loves calamity, which is why he works in overdrive to ensure it exists especially in the church. When there is confusion present, the enemy's desire is for someone to receive enough emotional/physical injury to decide to leave the congregation. Once that individual is lured from those in the faith, the devil then comes in for the kill releasing evil thoughts and cancerous spirits.

The next time you are tempted to engage in unnecessary warfare with a fellow brother or sister in Christ, walk away! Walking away is the best response because the longer you wait to retrieve a clever response, the greater chance your flesh will opt to become the victor. Moreover, the greatest way to ensure the flesh is not penetrated, is to be certain you are suited with the full armor of God, Ephesians 6:10-17. When you are wearing the breastplate of righteousness and the shield of faith, there is little opportunity for simple offenses to reach your spirit. The person can speak all malice or deceit and it will bounce off of your shield.

If you have been offended or harmed by a member of the body of Christ, forgive them for your own personal peace, go to that individual in love and a spirit of excellence to make them aware of the offense. If they apologize GREAT, but if not, shake the dust off of your feet and free yourself from the chains around your neck. Isaiah 52:2The same applies if it is a leader, but don't allow offense to cause you to miss your destiny. We must only move when it is in the timing of God. There are some who struggle to move past the offense of a leader particularly because they have idol worshipped and have placed them higher than they should be. The word of the Lord speaks against Idol Worshipping. God destroyed nations as a result. Most recently, we have witnessed examples of this during the death of Michael Jackson. People were committing suicide because they felt as if they could not live without their God. If this is you, realize this instinct that like you, the leader is human and WILL make mistakes. They may/may not intentionally harm you, but if they do, forgive them, remain steadfast and faithful until the Lord releases you from that ministry. Discern the larger plan of the enemy before reacting, and you will cancel his plans everytime! Blessings!

Until FRIDAY

CHALL

CLEAR CHANNEL COMMUNICATORZ!

Itz Monday!!! So much has taken place over the weekend but I trust all is well in your lives, if not let's believe God that all will be well.

Yesterday at Life Changing Ministries Apostle Hinton preached so on point I felt like throwing my bible at him. Have you ever experienced that? It was such a time of healing, deliverance and restoration. As I sat my riverz began to flow concerning today's posting.
So here it goes...

Ultimately, we are created to worship God and allow Him to utilize us as His instruments. In order for this to take place, we must possess a clear channel. Have you ever been listening to a local radio station as you're traveling to another state and the further you rode/drove away from the initial area, the station became consumed with static? The channel becomes so unclear that you are forced to switch to another due to lack of ability to decipher what is being aired. This scenario is exactly how it works with the vessels of God. He desires to use us freely, but when our channels are clogged with unrighteousness He moves on to someone with a channel that's clear. The media mongol Clear Channel Communications, had not an idea to the prophetic declarations they decreed by naming their corporation.

Our channels must be clear from malice, grief, fear, hatred, witchcraft, glutton, deceit, adultery, fornication, immortality etc. in order to be clear and available as a frequency to God. It is imperative to have our channels decluttered because He also sends messages through those channels, for us and others. Our "discernment" is located in the channel canal. When there is contamination, we find ourselves in dangerous, unnecessary and avoidable situations. Have you every found yourself in a predicament whereas the scenario is so minor you're in astonishment as to how you even became apart?

The decision we must make today is a detrimental one, to both us and others. If we make the choice to trust God with all of the issues we have been harboring in order that our channels may be clear, God will reward. He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. Without a clear channel pure, authentic worship is impossible because there will be a fog blocking the pathway to enter into the realms of worship, outer/inner court, holies of holy and most holy place. The process of gaining deliverance may be painful because the truth of the matter is that we have become immune to some of the besetting weights in our lives. Nonetheless, it's worth it in the end. Make the "right" decision to possess a Clear Channel in order that we may be used to Christ's ultimate capacity!

Until WED...

CHALL

Introducing MR & MIZ INDEPENDENT...

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!!!!!
Pls don't over eat, enjoy time with family/friends & don't forget to reflect upon the true meaning for the holiday!

As I sat back and thought about what the blog should entail in recognizing "Independence Day," my riverz continuously lead in the direction of FORGIVENESS!! Many people will not be able to experience a personal "Independence Day" as a result of the lack of forgiveness in their lives. It is most important to forgive first ourselves and then others whom have wronged us. There is an on-going LIE that unforgiveness renders power. This is the greatest lie one could ever believe. In fact, when we refuse to forgive we actually forfeit all of our power to the adversary. The scripture over in Matthew chapter 6 remind us that if we can not forgive others, God won't forgive us. DEEP, I know!

Unforgiveness becomes a strong hold over our lives, almost like having a chain or shackle around the neck. It can contaminate our personalities, both physical and mental health. Many result to spirits of schizophrenia and insanity as a result of not releasing tragic experiences that occured. The enemy uses the "power factor" to persuade the believer into believing not forgiving will bring feelings of empowerment and restoration, that they house something over the other person. However, he's diablo, the prince of the air and father of lies. Unforgiveness is an "air" reaction because it is of the flesh. Therefore, because he's the prince of the air, each time we react upon the lie that we should not forgive we praise him instead of Christ. The enemy only requires one small aspect of sin in the believers life in order to gain entry and cause havoc.

Do you honestly believe a God who sacrificed His ONLY son in order that we might have eternal life would desire us to accept something that will cause eternal death mentally, emotionally and sometimes physically? Would He say "I am the greatest love," and desire us to commit suicide? The answer is undoubtedly NO! Satan recognizes that any person that has accepted Christ as personal savior and Lord of all is a major threat to he and his angels. He schemes and enters wherever he can in order to ensure we do not possess our destiny's. Forgiveness is one of the largest entry ways because it is the superior or catalyst for sub-demons such as: anger, murder, envy, jealousy, and malice to name a few. If the enemy can challenge you not to forgive, He will eventually destroy your entire life. Regardless the occurrence, it's not worth your life! Forgive yourself, there's no need in crying over spilt milk meaning, the deed has already taken place, it can't be reversed, then forgive the other party. Forgive & move on!

Nonetheless, remember the instance in order that it won't be repeated. In Genesis, Jacob wrestled with a spiritual being, some say it is God others simply say a spirit. But the moral of the story is that after the fight Jacob was left with a limp. God could have very well healed Jacob's hip instead, he left him with a physical remembrance of the experience. Many of us are left with some form of scaring to remind us to move forward. Philippians 3:13-14 Forgetting those things that are behind me, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling which is in Christ Jesus.(paraphrasing) Today is the day to declare your "Independence." Many of us have been restrained for far too long. Let go & let God!

Be Blessed

CHALL

QUIT HATING MARTHA!

It's "hump" day fam, but the beauty in this week is that if you're employed by a governmental organization tomorrow is your Friday as a result of the independence day weekend. Yehhh!

Let's go str8(text lingo meaning straight)into the well to see what's flowing today. Every now and again I get a little frustrated as I reflect on my life. I think: "Lord I'm diligent in prayer, faithful to your works, tithing, sewing, etc and yet people who do not, have farrrr more than I do." Has anyone ever experienced these feelings other than me? I know you have, quit being deep. LOL I see the entertainers accepting awards never acknowledging God, living in the huge mansions, driving the flashiest rides, banking and their fruit is rotten. We are not to judge others, which is why I said their fruit is rotten. We are allowed to be fruit inspectors. It would begin to discourage me at times because "I" felt as if it was taking too long for "my time" to come. Still with me?

However, the Lord begin to share with me why I have not a reason to first of all compare myself to them and secondly be "jealous" of what it appears they have. Only what we do for Christ will last!(paraphrasing)Matthew 6:19-21 Why then, would I compare myself to those who have no regards for the assignments of Christ. If they are simply "busy" with things that do not glorify God or edify His people, it will eventually disintegrate. In Luke 10:39-41, Jesus comes to visit sisters Martha and Mary. Mary recognizes that Jesus' visit will be short and most likely will not happen again therefore, she sits and listens to all He has to say. Martha on the other hand is busy preparing dinner, cleaning etc. and has the audacity to get an attitude with Mary because she isn't assisting her. Jesus replied to Martha (and again I'm paraphrasing):"you chose to be busy with stuff that's not important, let alone beneficial to your destiny, so don't hate on Mary for chosing not to."

The children of God who have committed their lives to working for Him are MARY and the world is MARTHA. It may take us a little longer to get the task completed or for the dream to come to past, but when it does, it will be long lasting as a result of having placed it before God until He's done molding it. Don't get me wrong, James 5:17 tells us that Faith without works is dead. We are NOT to sit around awaiting the blessing to knock at our doors like the publishers clearing house. We must be set in motion, preparing behind the scenes. Think about it: if we have a spirit of hard work and zeal alongside of Christ's timing, OMG (another text lingo meaning Oh My Goodness) we are unstoppable!

In Psalm 73, David refers to a time when he too experienced what we have regarding the subject. He said his feet had almost slipped because he envied the arrogant when he witnessed the prosperity of the wicked. David said when he tried to understand why, it became oppressive until he entered the sanctuary of God. When we get into this funk and our vision is compromised, we MUST expeditiously get in the presence of God via his word or prayer in order to not fall short of His glory. Around the 25th verse David released something that sounded like pure music to my ears. Have you ever heard something so deep it felt like an aromatherapy bath with a hot cup of green tea and a good book after a 16 hour work day?

David said:
"Whom have I in heaven but you?
And earth has nothing I desire but you.
My flesh and my heart may fail,
but God is the strength of my heart
and my portion forever."

Tell me really, is there anything left to say? I think NOT! So fam, let's adopt David's attitude and progress with certainty, that when the dreams manifest they will be the very best and it will NOT be short lived. Be encouraged in knowing only what we do for our Diddy, Christ Jesus......WILL LAST!

Until Friday

CHALL