Cascading Flowers.

Upon waking, I had a vision of Jesus giving me a bunch of flowers; a blue hydrangea type of flower however more of a cascade than a pompom. A little contrast of red and pink leaves. Nothing more, just his bunch of flowers.

Lately I seem to be moving more in the prophetic. I did think that if Jesus wants me to be more prophetic, I should perhaps see if I can interpret this dream myself before I look up the meaning, since it was just a simple bunch of flowers and nothing more. I felt, in my interpretation, that flowers represent blessings of God.

Turns out a gift of flowers do mean blessings but also favour, spiritual growth and love. The colour blue is symbolic of the divine, sacred and eternal; the presence of God. While cascade is indicative of significant change and transformation in life; effortless in flow and movement.

Later today I met up with a friend in Sydney and she had a bunch of flowers for Mum which looked almost exactly like the flowers in my dream, except for the hydrangea which was not the cascading hydrangea of my dream but the ordinary pompom variety. Now I wonder if this message isn’t meant for Mum, since the flowers were a gift to her. I shall show these notes to Mum later today

Yesterday while travelling to Sydney I saw a helicopter and an aeroplane. Both seemed to be hovering in one spot (they weren’t but that’s what it looked like as we travelled together for a moment in the same direction). Today I saw a kite (bird of prey). It too was hovering.

The biblical meaning of hover is God’s creative power and presence; a cover, a shelter, a protection and nurturing, a sense of moving gently. God’s intimate involvement with His creation and a reassurance to His believers of His care.

Yesterday on the train I also saw an eagle. It was sitting on a power pole, quite close to the window. A minor bird was harassing it, but the eagle didn’t move. The eagle wasn’t at all perturbed. I heard in a clip today; God speaks to us through His creation. My thoughts then returned to the great and majestic eagle, not perturbed at what was coming against him and that is how, as Christians, we are to be.

Glancing around at the other passengers within the carriage, it struck me as if not one other person saw what I was seeing. Not the helicopter, not the plane, not the eagle, for they all appeared very close together. No one was looking out the window. Most were on their phones.

The Mist of the Holy Spirit.

Jesus led me out into the cosmos. It’s beautiful to be surrounded by so many stars. There are things you can’t describe when you head out with Jesus; faces visage like Kermit the frog, or other faces that resemble Cheshire cat, only with longer teeth. Four-foot rolling things which are akin to the dandelion flower when it goes to seed. They roll along throughout the heavenly realm. Jesus said not to touch one of those as they’re protectors and have sharp barbs.

While there, in the cosmos today, I met Holy Spirit. I was in awe. “Wow, oh wow,” I said (I’m sure my eyes must have widened). He looked like spirit, or like a mist that I could put my hand through, slightly taller than Jesus. Holy Spirit didn’t mince words; “Eat this,” He said, as He handed me a scroll. Abrupt and straight to the point. I ate the scroll and as soon as I finished angels surrounded me. Thick and many. I didn’t even ask but sent some off to guard my family. They left ‘pop’ and then others arrived ‘pop, pop, pop.’ That’s what it sounded like.

I asked for a bible verse and was given Ezekiel chapters 25 to 32 which speaks of prophesying against those who are against nations of Israel. This correlates to my earlier vision of prophecy, being set on high levels of society with leaders crossing my path. It’s my understanding I can release angels in the areas of need when the Lord gives me an assignment and that those angels will never diminish, but will replenish each and every time one is sent out and used.

The very next you tube clip I happened to listen to (I say happened because I mostly pick random clips and they often don’t have anything written in the title that would lead me to believe one thing is connected to the other), which spoke on the coming of angels. Angels who will aid one to overcome deep-seated disorders; disorders that have followed a person sometimes for decades – sickness, family, business, finances. Angels, helping you in the way you think, talk and act, bringing supernatural assistance and it’s available to us right now.

Yesterday, I was studying the difference between a son of God and King and Priest in the Order of Melchizedek as I was wondering if one could be both or did one have to choose? One can be both. The roles not being mutually exclusive but rather complimentary. However, to be King and Priest requires greater responsibility. Speaking to Jesus, I mentioned how I don’t know much about anything. He said, “You’ll learn. You’re further along than most. You know more than you think.” I hope this person that I am at this moment, is up to the task entrusted me.

I took leave to write all this down and considered the places Jesus has shown me; Heaven, hell, the tunnel where the bible sits in the centre and all roads break off from there depending where one needs to be. He’s shown me the cosmos on more than one occasion. He’s introduced me to another race on another planet. I’ve seen the Sea of Galilee, God’s Holy Mountain, a lush rainforest with waterfall, the New Jerusalem. I’m sure there’s more places we’ve been. I know I wake with a feeling of having been somewhere but don’t remember upon waking, just where.

With the above passage, I wondered if anyone else has seen Holy Spirit as mist. It was interesting to learn; in the old testament mist was viewed as a metaphor for the presence of God. The new testament describes it as a spiritual state or divine action and a powerful tool to convey complex spiritual truths, an invitation to approach faith with awe (just as I’d felt in the moment).

Mist is a symbol of mystery and divine revelation, a soul’s journey into deeper knowledge, a tangible sign of God’s presence, providing comfort and reassurance. An invitation to see the extraordinary in the ordinary. A theophany of the manifestation of God. Ambrose of Milan, in his commentary on the Gospel of Luke, likens the Holy Spirit to a “divine mist,” refreshing and nourishing to the soul.

The Melchizedekian Order, through which I’ve been studying of late, focuses on leadership and mediation between God and man, combining kingly authority and priestly duties; an eternal and superior priesthood. Whereas being a son of God emphasises holistic living with a relational and familiar connection to God, while highlighting the believer’s identity and inheritance. Integration of both brings a balance between relationship and familiar connection, with kingly authority and priestly service.

Purple Robes in a Dream.

Two ladies in a car on the top side of a chasm. The car obviously wasn’t going anywhere. Soxx was stuck below the chasm. I was able to walk down a grassy knoll and easily help Soxx, bringing her back up with me. I’m not sure if one of those ladies wasn’t me, as she wore a greying plait on one side of her head, as I do. I’ve also heard that dreams are mostly about the dreamer. If that’s the case and it is me; I don’t know who the other lady was. Perhaps it was Lady Wisdom sitting beside me.

I made a comment to the lady with the plait on how lovely she looked in her purple outfit. The colour purple was significant in biblical times. An expensive dye made from the mollusc. 1 drop of dye per mollusc. It took 4 million molluscs to create 1 pound of dye. No wonder only royalty wore it. They’d be the only ones who could afford it.

As I’ve been studying Melchizedek once more, as I wondering if I could be such a one, maybe that’s why the royal colour. Purple representing royalty, kingship, authority, divinity and holiness and it highlights a divine connection between humanity and the divine realm, a unity of heaven and earth. A call to a higher purpose as we become imbued with a royal identity and also related to an earlier writing on the topic. See blog on; Secrets Revealed in the Book of Numbers. Are we not called King’s and Priest’s to God Most-High?

A car represents spiritual movement, or your ministry. An unmoving car tells me spiritually I’m not getting anywhere. Walking down a grassy knoll with ease, speaks of fluent, unhindered movement. A contradiction to the symbol of the car. Perhaps it’s a slower entry into what I’m walking, rather than the speed of a fast car.

Dogs, biblically, are considered an unholy animal. If dogs are a symbol of unholiness, then bringing a dog out of a chasm must be akin to saving them from themselves. Dogs being seen as people who do not heed the word of God (this ties in with my dream the night before of bringing unbelievers to the Lord through dreams and visions).

Dogs in the bible are quoted as being immoral and sinful people. Today a dog is considered man’s best friend. Dogs mean more than friendship in today’s society. To dream of a dog means to be on guard against something dangerous, to keep in prayer and continually look over your shoulder. A warning of disloyalty from a friend.

Philippians 3:2 states; “Look out for the dogs, look out for the evildoers…”

David once referred to himself as a dog; a helpless one that should not be feared… 2 Samuel 9:8.

The Heavenlies of God.

The Heavenlies of God.

I met Jesus in the heavenlies and asked Him to show me something new. He took me to an area of lush green vegetation with a waterfall. At the base of the waterfall was a pool. When the bible speaks of no death, this was a picture of that. Not a leaf on the ground, not a dead stick to be seen. Green, in all its diverse hues engulfed us – except for the path behind us; gentle, meandering and flat. I’d mentioned to Jesus moments earlier how life was difficult at times. Jesus was showing me, this path of His was not at all a hard path to walk when you enter the valleys with Him by your side.

We sat on a large boulder; the waterfall opposite, lofty and long. There were people swimming in the pool below. They looked up and waved. Children laughing, everyone having a wonderful time. Deer came and ate the vegetation at our shoulders. Rabbits sat nibbling on grasses by our side. Soxx and a rabbit played joyfully together. Kai watched on. Ami at my feet.

I asked Jesus for a bible verse and heard the gentle song; as the deer pants for the water brooks, so pants my soul for You. Psalm 42:1. Plus Jerimiah 31:9 They shall come with weeping, and with supplication (prayer and appeal – personal note) I will lead them. I will cause them walk by the rivers of waters, in a straight way in which they shall not stumble; for I am a Father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn.

Ephraim, the second son of Joseph given first place blessing by Jacob in his final moments. In time, Ephraim was chastised for idolatry, but he is still a child in whom the Father delights. In other words, no matter what you’ve done, God still delights in you. Jerimiah 31:20 Is Ephraim My dear son? Is he a pleasant child? For though I spoke against him I earnestly remember him still, therefore My heart yearns for him; I will surely have mercy on him, says the Lord.

The scene changed and it then appeared as if we were in three places all at the same time; The Sea of Galilee at sunset, the mountain of God at sunrise and the streams of living waters. All beautiful, serene, vibrant in colour; the soft pastels of the setting sun, the intense variety of green foliage, the lustrous orange, red and yellow of the morning and the effervescent crystal-clear waters. This is the place the Trinity resides.

A minute snapshot of each area, as we traversed the various and varied regions where Jesus abides. There’s no haze, no smog, no pollution, no hatred. Peace, joy and love abounds. The beauty is challenging to convey in words. What we see on earth is a fraction of what heaven has to offer. On earth there’s always an element of death; flood, fire, carnage of wildlife on the roads. The hatred of race between race.

There’s none of that when we cross the threshold into the other realm, unless of course, we’ve made the wrong choice in who we follow. Where the beauty is magnified a hundred-fold in heaven, the death and destruction of hell is also magnified a hundred-fold. Choose wisely my friend, who you follow.

John 10:1 Most assuredly, I say to you, he who does not enter the sheepfold by the door, but climbs up some other way, the same is a thief and a robber.

A Most Fascinating Book.

A Most Fascinating Book.

I thought I’d write a couple of my more recent journal entries, since it was so unexpected and this piece has two parts; an earlier part and a second part followed later.

Part 1.

Well, I certainly had an interesting bible study. I’ve not long started reading my bible cover to cover for the 8th time. I’ve reached The Book of Numbers. The other day, as I started my reading through this book, I questioned the relevance of Numbers. It’s quite a boring book; the son of… who is the son of… who is the son of… and X amount of people in the tribe, who offered this and that to the Lord; on repeat.

I questioned why it was here but didn’t ponder on it too long. I thought it was just about genealogy, so we know who came from where. Questions come to mind when reading the bible but often without any substantial thought behind them and those questions can quickly be forgotten. Occasionally though, deep and meaningful answers jump off the page and one knows; this is revelation from the Lord.

At the time I questioned it, I answered my own question; “Oh, it’s just to show genealogy.” I didn’t think anything more of it.

Later that day I was listening to a message on Melchizedek and right at the end of the clip the teacher spoke on why the book of Numbers was written as it was. This brought back to me my own earlier questioning of why Numbers was written. He concedes it can be a boring book, that is, until you realise for every name and number there’s spiritual exegesis behind it.

Knowing this, Numbers has now become one of the most fascinating and favourite books of the bible that I’ll read. Take Issachar for instance; Issachar meaning rewarded, or recompense. The sons of Issachar; understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do. Reuben; son of vision. Gershon; to drive out.

And with numbers; 6 carts and 12 oxen for example, where 6 relates to human weakness, whereas 12 symbolises God’s power and authority.

If one could take the time to learn the meaning behind every name and every number in the Book of Numbers, one could glean a lot of information.

Part 2.

Did I tell you recently, Numbers has become my favourite book in the bible? I’ve been looking up the meaning of the names and numbers in the Book of Numbers and it’s quite fascinating. Not every name and not on every page, otherwise I’ll never get through it, but I was recently working through Numbers 22; the story of Balaam and the donkey.

Balaam rode a donkey. A donkey is used quite a lot in the bible. It’s known to be a stubborn animal, also a patient one. That the donkey refused to go forward when it saw the angel ahead with a fiery sword, also speaks of an animal carrying wisdom. A donkey is symbolic of humility, peace, suffering and service. Strong and reliable, as well as an emblem of wealth.

The firstborn donkey was to be redeemed by a lamb – see Ex 34:20 - a foreshadow of the redemption of Christ to the meek and lowly; the fulfilment of prophecy.

In biblical times, donkeys were used as a work-animals; a significant animal used for transport while carrying heavy loads, ploughing fields, able to travel long distances and also given as gifts. And Balaam’s donkey had an extra special largess; this donkey could speak.

Balak (which means devastation) wanted Balaam (which means curser of nations) to curse the Israelites and bring devastation upon them. Under the awe of God, Balaam reversed the meaning of his name and refused to curse God’s chosen people. Balak took Balaam to Kirjath Huzoth, which means city of palaces, a reflection of the promised land. Kirjath Huzoth was a place of stability and represented divine provision and a haven.

Balak then took Balaam to the high place of Baal. Although Baal means idol worship in some areas of the bible, in this instance Baal is used as “place of the Lord,” for Baal can also mean God.

While in Baal, Balaam then told Balak to build seven alters and prepare seven bulls and seven rams. Seven being the foundation of God’s word, embodying completeness and perfection. Balaam enquired of the Lord, as Balak built the alters. God’s word to Balaam was to bless and not curse the nation.

How interesting is that? All those names have meanings which correlate with the character of the people and the state of the towns they move through. The whole Book of Numbers is like this. As I said; quite fascinating.

Now, let’s top that off with reading my bible cover to cover for the 8th time. I’m now working through the 4th of the 66 books written. Each time I read through this Book, I get so much more out of it, as I continue to press forward in His word.

Today I read about His secret counsel given to the upright; those who adhere strictly to moral principles. In following God’s word, in trying to be the best ‘Godly’ person that I can be, I’m given secret counsel. Like a friend who confides in their best friend, God confides in me and in doing so, He’s opening up more and more of the scriptures, giving greater clarity, revelation and understanding.

What is secret counsel? Love, grace, favour, covenant (assurance and agreement) and fatherly affection. That’s a comforting thought, don’t you think?

Note: You may have noticed I've doubled up on part of this work, to the previous post. Both posts convey interesting points. 

Secrets Revealed in the Book of Numbers.

Secrets Revealed in the Book of Numbers.

Wisdom and revelation aren’t there to make you smarter but to open your eyes to the unseen realities and knowledge of God. The bible is like a locked file in your computer; you can’t open it unless you have the right key. You’re only given the right key as you study more deeply into the word of God. The more you study the word, the greater your appetite becomes, as it leads you to search out the hidden matters of God. 

Proverbs 25:2 It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, to search out a matter is the glory of kings. 

As we are king’s and priests in the order of Melchizedekian, it’s up to us to search the scriptures for those concealed gems.  

Supernatural reality further opens itself up to you in greater measure when you take the time to be with God. If you’re inconsistent, the bible won’t reveal the hidden secrets. For those close to God’s heart, you will know divine encounters as they open up to you. To someone else, a divine encounter may appear as a wisp of smoke, blown away by the breeze. To you though, it will be chariots of fire on the hillside. 

The other day as I read my bible a new word opened up to me as I questioned the relevance of Numbers. It’s quite a boring book; the son of… who is the son of… who is the son of… and X amount of people in the tribe, who offered this and that to the Lord; on repeat.

I questioned why it was here but didn’t ponder on it too long. I thought it was just about genealogy, so we know who came from where and when. I started Numbers 4 days ago and questioned it at this time. Questions come to mind when reading the bible but often without any substantial thought behind them and often those questions are quickly forgotten. At the time I questioned it, I answered my own question; “Oh, it’s just to show genealogy.” I didn’t think anything more of it. 

Today I was listening to a message on Melchizedek and right at the end of the clip the teacher spoke on why the book of Numbers was written as it was. This brought back to me my questioning of why Numbers was written. He concedes it can be a boring book, that is, until you realise for every name and number there’s spiritual meaning behind it. 

Knowing this, Numbers has now become one of the most fascinating and favourite books of the bible that I’ll read. Take Issachar for instance; Issachar meaning rewarded, or recompense. The sons of Issachar; understanding of the times, to know what Israel ought to do. Reuben; son of vision. Gershon; to drive out. The list goes on.

And with numbers; 6 carts and 12 oxen for example, where 6 relates to human weakness, whereas 12 symbolises God’s power and authority. 

If one could take the time to learn the meaning behind every name and every number in the Book of Numbers, one could glean a lot of information. My point being; I just found another hidden gem in the word of God, another key to seeing what was shrouded as He opened up more of His secret world to me and I found it completely fascinating. 

Forgiveness.

We often doubt that God loves us, or we feel God is angry with us, however God extends the gift of forgiveness the moment we confess and repent and He does so because He loves us so. There are times we ask for forgiveness over and over again, but God’s not deaf. He heard us the first time we asked. It’s the enemy who tries to steal our identity and we have to block his tactics.

We’re not perfect. We're never going to be perfect. We are going to make mistakes and we are going to need to ask God’s forgiveness; many times over, for we will need Hs forgiveness right throughout our lives.

Every morning is a new day; a new day to love, a new day to stand in His presence and a new day to move forward should we have messed up yesterday. If you’re constantly feeling guilty for past sins that you’ve repented of, you’re not giving God His right and just place. 

Jesus died for you and to not accept His forgiveness, He may as well not have gone through that tragic and painful ordeal. It’s a slap in the face to Him when you don’t allow His healing balm of forgiveness to work in your life. 

You’ll never be able to fully live within God’s plan for your life while you’re rejecting His forgiveness. Constantly reliving past sins keeps you locked within them. God’s mercy and grace is extended to all. It is unearned merit and favour. 

Just as God extends mercy and grace to us, we too must extend the same to those who’ve hurt and mistreated us. Does that mean we have to stay and endure more of the same? No. We can forgive and sometimes we must move on and let go. What we must not do, is harbour resentment, for resentment leads to bitterness and bitterness causes illness to the mind, body and soul. 

Jesus spoke often of the need to forgive and that’s because it’s just as important to us is it is to the one who hurt us. Forgiveness is an unnatural act, after all, you never see other animals doing it and in the act of forgiveness prison doors open, so ask Jesus to help you attain forgiveness. 

We’re not perfect. No one around us is perfect and the mark of a man/woman of God is the speed at which they forgive. If you’re finding it difficult to forgive, ask God to extend His grace that you may do so.