tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32439911215720524632024-03-10T23:22:52.680-04:00The Ragamuffin SaintMichelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.comBlogger151125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-70191237032587104312023-07-10T10:00:00.011-04:002023-07-14T13:39:14.248-04:00ECHOES OF TRUTH<p>I heard the Spirit of God say,</p><p><br /></p><p>“Are you hearing echoes? Indeed you are, says the Spirit, and you are being awakened and transformed by them. </p><p><br /></p><p>For what you've heard are echoes of truth and they are coming to you for this appointed time to dismantle the distortions and deceptions that lie around you.</p><p><br /></p><p>I AM the One who is sending them, so do not contend them or dismiss them, but embrace what you are surely receiving from Heaven.</p><p><br /></p><p>And don't be surprised if you are even being woken up in the night by these echoes—they bring the truths of the Lord's heart for you to know. </p><p><br /></p><p>We (Father, Son, Spirit) don't do anything casually or randomly, so listen and listen well. And then put into action what We show you; nothing more and nothing less.</p><p><br /></p><p>Above all, trust the One who saved you, for He is the great light those living in [spiritual] darkness have seen (Matthew 4). He is truly the light of the world (John 8:12)—He’s the light of your world.”</p><p><br /></p><p>Michelle Holderman</p><p>Copyright ©️ 2023</p><p><br /></p><p>P.S. For those who may doubt what you're hearing or will hear, I heard this response from Jesus (Yeshua):</p><p><br /></p><p>“My sheep know My voice—if it were not so, I wouldn't have told you.”</p><p><br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPUEArueWrDDy3fCx4PgmHe32K8wnCfTL0IUbsoITRttZ7i0TZUVSY3gIg4_4LozK2dGCIWAxr7PpKS2N9M5qWUbBCoCFM-mZjEi5Txe-yathsX2Je86mRYNwq98V3pmyH6r5gv4iblqXh3kkjUjXPzKtLm03HON2_msL4Die3HqcE5hSQt1spQdwCsEM/s1702/1F6F5946-3534-4DC5-A9A3-F5AD21E24B7F.jpeg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1702" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPUEArueWrDDy3fCx4PgmHe32K8wnCfTL0IUbsoITRttZ7i0TZUVSY3gIg4_4LozK2dGCIWAxr7PpKS2N9M5qWUbBCoCFM-mZjEi5Txe-yathsX2Je86mRYNwq98V3pmyH6r5gv4iblqXh3kkjUjXPzKtLm03HON2_msL4Die3HqcE5hSQt1spQdwCsEM/w440-h640/1F6F5946-3534-4DC5-A9A3-F5AD21E24B7F.jpeg" title="Photo by: Annie Spratt" width="440" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">Photo by: Annie Spratt</span></td></tr></tbody></table><p> </p>Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-24988800057267830942023-05-30T10:32:00.005-04:002023-05-30T15:45:26.802-04:00SHARE YOUR SCARS WELL (YOUR SCARS, YOUR STORY) 2023 Version<p>[10-Year Anniversary of this piece • Written 2013–Updated 2023]</p><p><br /></p><p>I think before I got sick, I didn't realize how often God actually allows us to endure the heat of the battle. I also didn't know how many battle scars come with that, but I can better see now how valuable those scars really are. </p><p><br /></p><p>I see how these scars, in the hands of our nail-scarred Savior, can be used for the purposes of His Kingdom and to help others who are going through things we already have or are still in the process of. </p><p><br /></p><p>I can see how our scars speak to where we've been, what we've been through, and the depth of our healing journeys; it is all painful but precious in His hands.</p><p><br /></p><p>I heard Pastor Rick Warren say after the death of his son that we need more "wounded healers." I totally get that, and I totally agree. </p><p><br /></p><p>Somebody whose been-there-and-done-that has credibility like nobody else, and we can deeply relate to them. </p><p><br /></p><p>Those somebodies who have kept on keeping on and persevered despite immense suffering, those somebodies who’ve continued to walk the long, arduous walk despite the agonizing setbacks, detours, and obstacles, those somebodies who've been in the jagged places, hellish places, lonely places, trying places, and desert places, those somebodies who aren’t afraid to acknowledge the truth of their struggle or how hard it's been, those somebodies who've been in the dirt and the trenches, all the somebodies who are real and genuine.</p><p><br /></p><p>Yes, them; I want to hear from these people.</p><p><br /></p><p>I want to hear from those who've been on the front lines of the battle and are banged up, bruised up, and scarred up but haven't given up. I want to hear from the ones who've lost a lot but still dare to hold onto hope. Those who've been hurt much yet still love more. Those who've been knocked down time and time again but still manage to get up over and over and over.</p><p><br /></p><p>These people have keen wisdom and insight, not only because of all they've endured (things most people will never fully know about) but also because they've allowed the Lord to work deeply in them and through their whole painful, ugly mess. </p><p><br /></p><p>They know suffering, they know hardship, they know brokenness, and they know God. They know how to lean on Him in hard times; they know how to trust Him and dig in for the long haul.</p><p> </p><p>These are the ones who will emerge from the smoky haze of battle, scars and all, as the real warriors this world truly needs. They might come out limping, or they might come out crawling, but they come out nonetheless, and they often help bring others out with them. </p><p><br /></p><p>They carry the true nature of an overcomer. They don't pretend to have all the answers or make light of the battle. Instead, they're humble, compassionate, committed, rock solid, and steady. They've developed tough skin and a tender heart—a servant's heart. </p><p><br /></p><p>These are the people who will birth something beautiful from their messes. And a beautiful mess cannot be born apart from God. He's the only one who knows how to birth beauty from pain and ashes. And He is the one who's birthing these battle-scarred heroes this generation needs. </p><p><br /></p><p>Perhaps you're one of them. Maybe God is in the process of birthing something uniquely beautiful in you and through you, something only you can give. </p><p><br /></p><p>He won't waste anything you're going through, so please don't quit now. Do not give up, friend. I know it hurts, and I know it's crazy hard. I know you can't fully see where this is going but hold onto the one who does—hold onto Jesus (Yeshua) and keep trusting Him.</p><p><br /></p><p>He's working deep and preparing you to live out your purpose. He's preparing you to administer healing and restoration to broken hearts, broken souls, and broken bodies. He is preparing you to tell your story, and some people will desperately need to hear it because it will give them hope and inspire them to go on. </p><p><br /></p><p>So when the time is right, share your scars well; they're the proof of what you've been through and uniquely tell your story.</p><p><br /></p><p>And know this: your scars will one day encourage someone who is in the fight of their life—just like you are now.</p><p><br /></p><p>Michelle Holderman </p><p>Copyright ©️ 2023 </p><p><br /></p><p>P.S. Dear friends who are walking through great hardships: </p><p><br /></p><p>After living with a life-altering chronic illness for three decades now, and continuing to, what He and I call, live in the meantime of His all-sufficient grace (2 Corinthians 12:9) while I’m still waiting and trusting myself, I felt moved to share something with you that I’ve learned. </p><p><br /></p><p>We often want out of our circumstances so we can “move on” when God is actually using them to take us where He wants us to go. We can genuinely believe and hold onto His promises without realizing how He has chosen to fulfill them. In other words, our preparation is often happening through our process—it's happening in the meantime. </p><p><br /></p><p>This is the place we must be careful not to despise (or grow to) because it is often the very place where He teaches, trains, matures, and readies us for our Kingdom purpose, which is what this whole post is all about. </p><p><br /></p><p>I’m not saying it’s easy; it seldom is. I’m saying in His infinite wisdom, He knows what we don’t. Basically, He sees the big picture, and mostly, we do not. This is where trusting Him is most important, and truthfully, it's the most costly. It is an investment in the future, although we don't usually understand that at the time. </p><p><br /></p><p>Honestly, there are just some parts of Jesus we will never get to know except through suffering. That might not make sense to you now, but I can attest that it’s true, and so will the Holy Spirit. </p><p><br /></p><p>Remember, as believers, we walk by faith and not sight, even when it’s hard, especially then. And since Jesus is the author and perfecter of that faith, it only makes sense to lean into Him because He is already leaning into you.</p><p><br /></p><p>Essentially, I’m encouraging you to trust Him despite it all. And choosing to trust the Lord is more of a learned thing through personal experience; it is what will ultimately bring you through. </p><p><br /></p><p>I’ve said all of that to say this—your life matters to Him more than you know, and so do the lives of all the people He will reach through you. He will use your scars and story to tell others about His. ❤️</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMiHIN0Q94sPaJIwc49OkHaVIhGkL33qiXFVNnwupCKO4l-rFvt23o2B5PkYZPQ6l-v2N4nEW6rvu-3ciKkpNGHQ4qGfhart7QZpOVYg7oT3Xs8P2jtKgyqKmFqeYpX9q36LJo1H4g0xQHUGs9gFzYFBxgnL6CAoG1XZ9Icpmxa-t1L8o5oEQbsypl/s1128/C2F653C0-97AF-40E7-A09A-458DDECF91E4.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="741" data-original-width="1128" height="420" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMiHIN0Q94sPaJIwc49OkHaVIhGkL33qiXFVNnwupCKO4l-rFvt23o2B5PkYZPQ6l-v2N4nEW6rvu-3ciKkpNGHQ4qGfhart7QZpOVYg7oT3Xs8P2jtKgyqKmFqeYpX9q36LJo1H4g0xQHUGs9gFzYFBxgnL6CAoG1XZ9Icpmxa-t1L8o5oEQbsypl/w640-h420/C2F653C0-97AF-40E7-A09A-458DDECF91E4.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p><br /></p>Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-37694216878938930052023-03-26T10:00:00.036-04:002023-04-06T08:56:18.513-04:00POETS, PROPHETS, PAINTERS, AND SEERS (2023 Version)<p></p><p>(Originally written in 2016. Updated 2023)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p><br /></p><p>To all my poet, prophet, painter, and seer friends: Thank you—you are deeply loved, needed, appreciated, and prayed for. I bless you always! </p><p><br /></p><p>•</p><p><br /></p><p>Walk steadfast over stones of time,</p><p>uproot and plant the fields.</p><p>Stand firmly in this present place,</p><p>the prophets now reveal.</p><p><br /></p><p>The depths of understanding run,</p><p>beneath the tide of hours.</p><p>With holy vision, the seers see,</p><p>and broadcast from watchtowers.</p><p><br /></p><p>The poets’ words, like a tapestry,</p><p>Weave threads of truth and pain.</p><p>But the sound we hear from pens and swords uncovers hope again.</p><p><br /></p><p>Inspired drips from Heaven’s heart, </p><p>Flow through the painters’ brush.</p><p>To touch the souls of humankind </p><p>By sowing awe and trust.</p><p><br /></p><p>We listen.</p><p>We look. </p><p>We express.</p><p>We emote. </p><p><br /></p><p>And then, as light shines bright</p><p>Shadows dissolve</p><p>So darkness cannot prevail.</p><p><br /></p><p>Where grace abounds</p><p>Like open meadows </p><p>Love pours out to tell.</p><p><br /></p><p>While prayer is flowing </p><p>Unlocking power </p><p>Setting things apart.</p><p><br /></p><p>We believe no wasted labor here—</p><p>Only emptied vessels </p><p>And servant hearts.</p><p><br /></p><p>We long to truly hear; </p><p>We long to truly see;</p><p>We long to truly express;</p><p>We long to truly impart;</p><p>We long to truly know—</p><p>The deep mysteries of Him</p><p>And of His Kingdom.</p><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">Michelle Holderman</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">Copyright ©️ 2023</span></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoa4tGavostV9RSmi2bdGWqJDe7FfefneZUE7os5oNfo9zXhJydZeqDDnY0Orr6kK4PjFpjHBM3UBu8wlZecdFyvXHzAqeBZeFsSDOOpPvPI4wtUYDIXeGgKh-sR8XleAZb0kwirI7vIYpPv846BvLOt6HSjPVF7DuNNb0if44qulLs6x0U3zacOlt/s1424/CD53F0C2-A617-4863-82DF-1B1B1A8062E5.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1424" data-original-width="1170" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoa4tGavostV9RSmi2bdGWqJDe7FfefneZUE7os5oNfo9zXhJydZeqDDnY0Orr6kK4PjFpjHBM3UBu8wlZecdFyvXHzAqeBZeFsSDOOpPvPI4wtUYDIXeGgKh-sR8XleAZb0kwirI7vIYpPv846BvLOt6HSjPVF7DuNNb0if44qulLs6x0U3zacOlt/w329-h400/CD53F0C2-A617-4863-82DF-1B1B1A8062E5.jpeg" width="329" /></a></div><p><br /></p>Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-23230724100723997482022-12-31T19:00:00.031-05:002023-06-14T20:34:43.052-04:00A FINAL WORD OF THE YEAR FROM THE HEART OF THE FATHER (Word 3 of 3)<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">In the fall of this year, an Angel of the Lord came to me and said the Father would give me three new words that He wanted me to release. The angel went on to say they would be unlike any words He'd ever given me, they were from His heart, and I was to release them as He directed. </span></span></p><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style="animation-name: none; background-color: white; color: #050505; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; transition-property: none; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The first word came three days later in October, the second in November, and now, the third and final one on this last day of <span style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><a style="animation-name: none; color: #385898; cursor: pointer; transition-property: none;" tabindex="-1"></a></span>December (New Year's Eve).</span></div></div><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style="animation-name: none; background-color: white; color: #050505; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; transition-property: none; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This is not an easy word, it is quite solemn and weighty, but it is the word the Father has given to me. And so I, in obedience, submit this to you as He has required it of me. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></div></div><blockquote><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style="animation-name: none; background-color: white; color: #050505; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; transition-property: none; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Listen, says the Spirit of God, for the hour has come for greater exposures and undoings [in the earth]. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Those who are doing the bidding of Satan and his network of darkness are under the judgment of the Living God. </span></div></div><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style="animation-name: none; background-color: white; color: #050505; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; transition-property: none; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Does this sound harsh? Only by My Spirit can you know these words are truth. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Before you all lay the Bridge of Time—not everyone and everything will cross over. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">My patience has come to an end with those who continually despise and reject My ways and are willfully rebellious and disobedient. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hear My words: I AM removing those who cause constant strife and destruction; those who will not repent or humble themselves before Me, even though I have tarried with them for some time [a long season or duration]. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Only I, the most righteous and just of Judges, can make this decision, and I AM. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I can no longer tolerate the perversions coming up before My Throne. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">There are too many of the righteous crying out for justice and righteousness. Will I not respond? </span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">As My people, you are to be set in My ways, and not your own. You are to be holy as I AM holy (1 Peter 1:16). </span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="animation-name: none; transition-property: none;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">So be ready, as I have told you beforehand. And know that My judgments are upright and true (Psalm 119:137). </span></div></div></blockquote><p> </p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">Michelle Holderman </span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">December 31, 2022</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 17.248px; text-size-adjust: 100%;">Copyright </span><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1.3px; line-height: 20.8px; text-align: center; text-size-adjust: 100%; text-transform: uppercase;">© 2022</span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYul6a4cUU5uc142lHj9SfAqlS-XQsoCj3cWfzxyGMwTno_usMTgN56zIDIeqvQnl_s_xgjASKMP-dS06rI59PSVzoiBlOohsw-hr0BG2kRay4mr4011THBwitp5WC1dlh-Mw95ezT27e85gnt46nIToUVVf7tt56w5JKAhxc4sXCbNxr0ucSzLtr4/s1170/D3EC8E75-F346-431A-8F40-ADEF82B92604.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="647" data-original-width="1170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYul6a4cUU5uc142lHj9SfAqlS-XQsoCj3cWfzxyGMwTno_usMTgN56zIDIeqvQnl_s_xgjASKMP-dS06rI59PSVzoiBlOohsw-hr0BG2kRay4mr4011THBwitp5WC1dlh-Mw95ezT27e85gnt46nIToUVVf7tt56w5JKAhxc4sXCbNxr0ucSzLtr4/s16000/D3EC8E75-F346-431A-8F40-ADEF82B92604.jpeg" /></a></div>Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-45174111527457613622022-11-06T16:00:00.005-05:002023-01-02T13:19:47.848-05:00A MESSAGE FROM THE HEART OF THE FATHER (Word 2 of 3)<div>I heard the Father say:</div><div><br /></div><div></div><blockquote><div>How you treat these next several months is more important than you know. </div><div><br /></div><div>What am I saying? </div><div><br /></div><div>The hearts of My people, the true ekklesia, are on My examining table. </div><div><br /></div><div>You are being tried and refined, and on the other side of this, I see you and your faith as pure gold; a sure testament to what you've gone through and what it has produced.</div><div><br /></div><div>The purifying is hard and harsh but necessary; it is almost complete. More than you realize, your steadfastness in the Lord is vital—as in a sure lifeline. </div><div><br /></div><div>Know what transpires over the course of these upcoming months will bring better clarity to many aspects of your lives. </div><div><br /></div><div>Know your vigilance [in prayer and watching] is still of great importance. </div><div><br /></div><div>Look where the stones are not yet turned over—this is where you should focus your prayers and attention. </div><div><br /></div><div>In other words, there is vital revelation hiding beneath that will be made known when they are overturned.</div><div><br /></div><div>You thought you knew already, but I say you only know in part. This soon-to-be uncovering of truth is “the rest of the story” you could not know otherwise. </div><div><br /></div><div>It is through divine intervention you will know it in its fullness. And I want you to know; I want you to see. </div><div><br /></div><div>Expect an overturning of unrighteousness and injustice.</div><div><br /></div><div>Expect an overturning of lost time and effort.</div><div><br /></div><div>Expect an overturning of hearts, mindsets, and souls.</div><div><br /></div><div>Expect an overturning of circumstances and finances. </div><div><br /></div><div>For these are the days of awe and wonder; these are My days.</div><div><br /></div><div>Who can thwart Me when I’ve stretched out My hand? Who can stop My judgment and justice from coming? You are on the verge of it so hold on. </div><div><br /></div><div>Yet again, I admonish you not to squander your time. Do not spend your days foolishly, carelessly, or act as if none of this will happen. </div><div><br /></div><div>When it does happen, life will not be like it was before. There are much better days ahead but none of it will be as in times past. </div><div><br /></div><div>There will be a higher level of accountability on the earth, and it must be so. </div><div><br /></div><div>Do not think things will go back to usual as you define usual; nothing could be further from the truth. It will be even better but you have no context for it. </div><div><br /></div><div>I AM establishing a new way of life [on the earth], but before that happens much must be dealt with openly. </div><div><br /></div><div>The heart of a person is the wellspring of their life because everything flows from it. Said another way, everything is a matter of the heart. </div><div><br /></div><div>So take care to know your own hearts, beloved (ask My Spirit to show you). </div><div><br /></div><div>They [your hearts] must line up with My Word, that is JESUS, My son; Yeshua, the Living Word himself. </div><div><br /></div><div>This is how you know real grace and truth. This is how you measure rightly.</div></blockquote><div></div><div><br /></div><div>Michelle Holderman</div><div>Copyright © 2022</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikhtczLNSpKwhAFSnyEsDWGHgVlPHr-TigWW3_vVwOug2HNIY_sk4xBdLRxBmVpE34YXyh8mfGl8J-22V7NxQRc9XvYMszdiUXQ9YFNnRLYID5Pjxug7GkwIQa_AlReOD4nDgFUdrqszv0p9uWYtmKU8FdZOUBSZEEjPRiKXN5nMA9AJlcJlLcryhA/s1041/C278E4D5-C78F-4B48-A348-16017EFC797B.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="574" data-original-width="1041" height="352" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikhtczLNSpKwhAFSnyEsDWGHgVlPHr-TigWW3_vVwOug2HNIY_sk4xBdLRxBmVpE34YXyh8mfGl8J-22V7NxQRc9XvYMszdiUXQ9YFNnRLYID5Pjxug7GkwIQa_AlReOD4nDgFUdrqszv0p9uWYtmKU8FdZOUBSZEEjPRiKXN5nMA9AJlcJlLcryhA/w640-h352/C278E4D5-C78F-4B48-A348-16017EFC797B.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div></div>Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-34095936670119513792022-10-18T11:00:00.002-04:002023-01-02T13:19:23.767-05:00THE PATH TO FREEDOM AND JUSTICE: A Vital Word from the Father's Heart (Word 1 of 3)<p>The heart of the Father came to me, saying:</p><p><br /></p><p><i><b></b></i></p><blockquote><p><i><b>The entire earth is about to change. Life, as you know it, will never be the same. The words of My heart are coming to give you hope so you won't be dismayed. Hear My words now and know you are entering the greatest of days.</b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>This is ultimately a word of good news to you. Understand, though, this won't look like what you might think initially. This is why I AM releasing these words to you so you can hold them close as this unfolds.</b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>There are deeper exposures and undoings that are set before you, things you could not possibly know or have to happen apart from My intervention. As this takes place, your world will change. It will seem as if everything is falling apart and collapsing. And it is, but it is for My purposes so I can build anew. Yes, even in the Church.</b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>This is the path to freedom and justice I have chosen, and if you are not deeply rooted in My Son (Jesus, Yeshua) and in your faith, you will be swept away by fear, uncertainty, and distress. </b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>Therefore, LISTEN TO MY WORDS, AND KNOW THIS REQUIRES YOUR FAITH AND TRUST IN ME. Your building on the Rock is the right foundation you need to weather this "storm." Persistent, consistent faith in your God will keep you. </b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>These last two weeks of October and the first two weeks of November are vital; by the end of this year, much change will have occurred.</b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>I want you to be ready, so I AM telling you, DO NOT FEAR AND DO NOT BE IN DISMAY, BUT DO BE PREPARED. </b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>What you have not been able to fully know is the systemic evil and corruption that has surrounded you, including the who, what, and how of it all. This will indeed be a shock when it is revealed more openly and made known. </b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>I will not be denied in My purposes nor allow the enemy or any persons to interfere as they have in times past. So prepare yourselves. </b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>My admonition to you is purpose to set your hearts on Me, on My will and My order; on My presence. Stop listening and being moved by the words and actions of those who do not even know Me or My ways. Instead, be led by My Spirit like you're supposed to be and ask Him how I want you to prepare for what is coming; it is not too late.</b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>Kindergarten faith will not help you. This is the time when your deeper faith must go to work as the true Sons and Daughters of the Most High God that you are. </b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>If you're wondering how to earnestly and rightly pray, ask Holy Spirit - He always leads you into all truth. He is waiting for you to ask so He can show you. But do not squander your time; do what He leads you to do, and you will be ready.</b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>Above all, remember that I love you with an everlasting love and will bring you through this. However, you must be intentional with what I show you; don't </b></i><i><b>put it off. Stand firm and be strong in the Lord and His mighty power. The truth will surely prevail, and so shall the purposes of My Kingdom.</b></i></p><p></p><p></p></blockquote><p><br /></p><p>Michelle Holderman </p><p><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; background-color: white; font-family: inherit; line-height: 17.248px; text-size-adjust: 100%;">Copyright </span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; background-color: white; font-family: inherit; letter-spacing: 1.3px; line-height: 20.8px; text-align: center; text-size-adjust: 100%; text-transform: uppercase;">© 2022</span></p><p><br /></p><p><b><u>Scripture References:</u></b></p><p>Genesis 50:20 • Proverbs 16:9 • Isaiah 41:10 • Isaiah 43:2 • Isaiah 43:19 • Isaiah 60:1-2 • Daniel 2:19-23 • Zephaniah 3:17 • Mark 4:22 • John 16:33 • Ephesians 6:10-18 • Hebrews 12:14-29</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1mOpyemRF0HLsDcZRSESceb37qkU64kPzHhIMEZjJpnL9wJ9WDc5na8VwTEOh9sdEsGVi0u4LO1R7ecNEiVNmOag0hrWi_EpCkIT4lUD_sdcMP9UfvI4sgHiurXw4fsgewf2-uEDsNe3QREd8eeXBcaKhJ5oSVclt3yPTbsjVrJ4Gs0eIc4xm2Hqd/s952/4BD6E887-2344-40C0-A168-203308222BDD.jpeg" style="font-style: italic; font-weight: 700; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="951" data-original-width="952" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1mOpyemRF0HLsDcZRSESceb37qkU64kPzHhIMEZjJpnL9wJ9WDc5na8VwTEOh9sdEsGVi0u4LO1R7ecNEiVNmOag0hrWi_EpCkIT4lUD_sdcMP9UfvI4sgHiurXw4fsgewf2-uEDsNe3QREd8eeXBcaKhJ5oSVclt3yPTbsjVrJ4Gs0eIc4xm2Hqd/w640-h640/4BD6E887-2344-40C0-A168-203308222BDD.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p>Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-66100375025330702922022-04-26T12:00:00.001-04:002022-04-26T12:00:39.713-04:00The Compassion of Jesus<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAt1aEYVhPelqrH38KO_DKxrByoy_MhhmhlydV_pZrc-QncMHTdg2dpy4_aMGtJAQ4kRHfhuRQZgds4IgnNfiw2-L4v--KQoY4QwQlFQfDy-2GgyKtiVza05SmxvZOROGpKSXp8IJG3l4c1L0etII45_dpO4dQXER2c9RCoq91b5MISIfe4GaxnVsY/s720/the%20compassion%20of%20jesus.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="720" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAt1aEYVhPelqrH38KO_DKxrByoy_MhhmhlydV_pZrc-QncMHTdg2dpy4_aMGtJAQ4kRHfhuRQZgds4IgnNfiw2-L4v--KQoY4QwQlFQfDy-2GgyKtiVza05SmxvZOROGpKSXp8IJG3l4c1L0etII45_dpO4dQXER2c9RCoq91b5MISIfe4GaxnVsY/w640-h640/the%20compassion%20of%20jesus.jpg" width="640" /></a></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">The compassion of Jesus involves many things, which is always rooted in His love for us.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">His compassion looks like deep, tender care and affection.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">It looks like Him holding us close when we’re hurting, suffering, overwhelmed, brokenhearted, scared, or weary.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">It can look like healing; spontaneous, a process, or however He chooses.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">It also looks like Him walking with us on long, hard, and painful journeys.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">It looks like Him whispering hope and love into our hearts.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">It looks like Him leaving the ninety-nine to go after the one.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">His compassion also looks like Him telling us the truth - the truth of our stories, hearts, life circumstances, world events, His purposes, or the will of the Father.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">It can look like Him saying no, not yet, or wait.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">Conversely, it can look like Him giving us the courage and grace to do something it’s time for us to do.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">It can look like Him teaching, maturing, and pruning us.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">Sometimes His compassion looks like righteous correction or discipline (Proverbs 3:11-12).</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">He is moved in compassion for our whole wellbeing, not just for a brief moment or life event. Therefore, the fullness [every facet] of His compassion is needed and necessary in our lives, and we must embrace it.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">We must trust Him enough to know He has our complete and best interests at heart, and not only in certain things or times, but eternally, always and forever.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">When we belong to Him, we can trust the fullness of His compassion in action towards us because He is our Good Shepherd and the lover and restorer of our souls. We can absolutely trust the Lord with our all because He freely gave us His (John 10:11-15, Psalm 23).</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">He knows everything - past, present, and future. And so He knows how to administer His compassion in the precise ways we need throughout our lives.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">I counsel you to trust Him because His compassions will never fail you, beloved; even when you don't understand, especially then.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">Michelle Holderman</span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: inherit;">Copyright © 2022</span></p>Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-25793133830998249432022-01-30T12:00:00.017-05:002023-01-02T13:23:25.699-05:00Thunderstruck 2.0<p><b>* (I originally received this word on May 5, 2021, but the Father has just released me to post this on The Ragamuffin Saint) *</b></p><p><br /></p><p>If you've ever read the prophetic word the Father had me release in 2015 entitled <a href="http://www.theragamuffinsaint.com/2015/08/thunderstruck.html" target="_blank">"Thunderstruck,"</a> then you'll understand what I'm about to say. </p><p><br /></p><p>Two weeks ago, out of the blue, He simply said to me, <i>"Thunderstruck 2.0." </i>And I knew exactly what He meant. </p><p><br /></p><p>2.0 denotes a newer, superior, more advanced version of an original concept, product, or system. Or, in this case, a prophetic word from God. </p><p><br /></p><p>The original Thunderstruck word had a 4-year boundary: 2015-2019. And I believe it was fulfilled many times over. </p><p><br /></p><p>Now, the Father is saying to go back and read or reread everything the original Thunderstruck word said and know He is ordering a newer, superior, and more advanced version of that prophetic to come to pass (If you haven't yet read the original word from 2015, I highly recommend you do so you can better understand what He is saying. Please go <a href="http://www.theragamuffinsaint.com/2015/08/thunderstruck.html" target="_blank">here</a> to read it).</p><p><br /></p><p>He told me there is a 10-year time frame on this new version: 2021-2031. Ten is the number of law and order, specifically God's divine law and order. </p><p><br /></p><p>•</p><p>•</p><p><br /></p><p>I HEARD THE FATHER SAY:</p><p><br /></p><p><i><b></b></i></p><blockquote><p><i><b>Thunderstruck 2.0 is the new word of the hour, and it will be filled with My order and My power in a way you've never known or seen happen before. </b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>You stand on the threshold of a whole new world; do not take any of it lightly. Again I say to you, ahead of this coming revelation of truths and mysteries - BELIEVE IT; IT IS TRUE! For it is I who has prepared this time and place for you. </b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>What once was will be no more. You are about to walk through a newly opened door you never knew was needed, but I knew all along. </b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>Trust this process and those I have chosen to execute it; know I AM at the helm of this coming change. I will reveal that which must be made known, and I will overturn what was meant to destroy you, for I AM your God, and you are My people, and I love you with an everlasting love! </b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>Today, on this fifth day of May in the year 2021, I say to you, Thunderstruck 2.0 is now underway.</b></i></p><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><i><b>I also say look to the tenth of each month. Watch what transpires and happens on those days, My days of law and order. For what I will do has never been done.</b></i></p><p></p></blockquote><p><i><b><br /></b></i></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;">Michelle Holderman</span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 17.248px;">Copyright </span><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1.3px; line-height: 20.8px; text-align: center; text-transform: uppercase;">© 2022</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 1.3px; line-height: 20.8px; text-align: center; text-transform: uppercase;"><br /></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgA172stED2Odi_oimsIepdVTgbYYfaKrnyWLTryLc-NO5SJxamrTMpvzAqhscc2Z8d-ZFmTaACmcePpmYRjsSLKufAlmTUDn2RPA4O1MI3-0vkW1lPx5dXmZId3fTrFzN_jluhwst69G9E5fslRsVz6bpwbeXDP7P_6s2FI_QGdxr16-QN-gemYlfN=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="640" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgA172stED2Odi_oimsIepdVTgbYYfaKrnyWLTryLc-NO5SJxamrTMpvzAqhscc2Z8d-ZFmTaACmcePpmYRjsSLKufAlmTUDn2RPA4O1MI3-0vkW1lPx5dXmZId3fTrFzN_jluhwst69G9E5fslRsVz6bpwbeXDP7P_6s2FI_QGdxr16-QN-gemYlfN=w640-h400" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">photo source: Pexels</div>Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-49676386512136905762021-02-13T11:33:00.001-05:002021-02-13T11:35:47.782-05:00From the Heart of Jesus<div class="kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q" style="background-color: white; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aHWDqrKXkQc/YCf97yyYIaI/AAAAAAAAGes/-3ThPbuhLZoIMYS-DaV9xzie6-Bj8zfUgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1880/blue.orange.sky.sunset.pexels-photo-.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1245" data-original-width="1880" height="424" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aHWDqrKXkQc/YCf97yyYIaI/AAAAAAAAGes/-3ThPbuhLZoIMYS-DaV9xzie6-Bj8zfUgCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h424/blue.orange.sky.sunset.pexels-photo-.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">S</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">ome of</span> you are going through the most gut-wrenching, heart-rending time of your lives, and what is happening in the world right now isn't really on your radar because you’re dealing with so much personal pain, suffering, and loss. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Your world has been torn apart. It’s numbing and overwhelming, all at the same time, and has left you deeply cut, dazed, and bruised. It's like one day you woke up and your whole life unexpectedly, and rather harshly, changed forever. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You’ve been trying to process it, but you can’t because it doesn’t make sense: no understanding, just heartbreak, and cold silence. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This is what I've been sensing from the heart of Jesus over the last several days. He wanted me to put it into words, as best as I could, to acknowledge what you are going through because you feel so devastated, hurt, and alone. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">To have it recognized, seen, or expressed in some way is akin to having a caring hand reaching out to take yours and pull you close into a genuine embrace of love, tenderness, and compassion, and that is exactly what I feel from His heart for you; that’s precisely what He’s doing. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">He wants you to know that your deep aches and sobs pierce His heart. Pierce, as in, cuts and deeply penetrates. He feels what you feel, and He is touched, quite literally, by your suffering. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Only He knows how to fully be in this place with you, and He is. Even if you can't feel Him, know He's there. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">He also knows nothing can take the place of real hands and feet, of someone being tangibly present in your time of need. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">He wants to send people to help you in practical, effective ways. I’m praying for His people, Jesus people, to show up and be a consistent support, comfort, and blessing to you, and not only for as long as you need but as long as He wants, even if it’s only one person. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">He knows your heart and thoughts, He hears the words you cannot articulate, and He's already responding. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I share this with you because you are on His heart so much He wants you to see it in writing. If you're not able to take it in now, then later. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You, and how you're feeling, matter to Him. He absolutely takes what you're going through to heart, and He sent me to tell you so. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Precious sister, beloved brother, may His presence minister to you in ways only He can. And may He be that safe and soft place for you to land. </span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">In His deepest love and compassion,</span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505;"><div dir="auto" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Michelle Holderman</span></div><div dir="auto" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #1d2129; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Copyright © 2021</span></span></div><div dir="auto" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #1d2129; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div dir="auto" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="color: #1d2129; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">photo source: Pexels</span></span></div></div></div>Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-54001321971068453552021-01-16T15:33:00.016-05:002021-01-18T12:21:38.637-05:00A Prophetic Word Release<p><i>The Father has had me be silent more than speak over the past several months. Today, however, the Holy Spirit is having me release a few things, including these words He spoke to me on December 14, 2020. So, in obedience, I share this prophetic word.</i></p><p><br /></p><p>I hear the Spirit of God say: </p><p></p><blockquote><p>“There is an explosion of truth coming, and it is coming quickly. </p><p>This is the sound of Heaven that is coming to expose, reveal, uncover, and make known the hearts of men. </p><p>I am not making idle threats, says God. I AM taking back what belongs to Me. </p><p>The sound of Heaven is coming to override what has come out of My order, and I will not apologize for it. </p><p>Those in your midst that present themselves one way but are living another will be made known, even in the highest courts, governments, and religious institutions of your land. </p><p>It will not be pretty for them who have plotted to destroy and take over, for I AM making adjustments to overthrow them. </p><p>I AM a God of justice and righteousness, and I will not allow My people, those who honor Me with their hearts and not just their words, to succumb to the plans, plots, and ploys of the enemy. </p><p>This is not the time for unbelief within My people. Nor is this the time for unbelief in My prophets. Rather this is a time for the prospering and prevailing of My purpose. </p><p>I AM not slow in acting as some are, but I AM justified by My own hand to make known the deeds of men who cloak themselves with darkness and subversion. </p><p>I will not be summoned by those who call out for help only so they can return to their rebellious, evil ways. They may have many people fooled, but they do not fool Me.</p><p>Stand and see the coming of your God and His glory invading the earth as I have never done before! I AM coming in a magnitude of power you have never witnessed in your lifetime. I AM coming to not only bless My people but to establish My people for who you are. </p><p>In the coming weeks, you are going to see the righteous brought out of confinement and constraint in more ways than you would imagine.</p><p>Many of My Sons and Daughters are calling out to Me; many are in prayer and intercession; many are humbling themselves before Me and are seeking My face; many are decreeing My word and declaring My heart. Will I not respond? </p><p>This is the sound you are going to hear - My sound; the sound of Heaven. This is the only invasion coming. Yes, it is the sound of Heaven invading the earth as My Kingdom comes more fully and My will is done on earth just as it is in Heaven."</p><p></p></blockquote><p><br /></p><p>December 14, 2020</p><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Michelle Holderman</span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #1d2129; white-space: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Copyright © 2021</span></span></div><div dir="auto" style="color: #050505; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 19px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #1d2129; white-space: normal;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-At2CN1UAvJs/YAM_pZ-DbHI/AAAAAAAAGds/bcKdsdY2j8sBS6x1ZvTuaknjuaacKf7MACLcBGAsYHQ/s960/Heaven%2527s%2BSnowscapes.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="601" data-original-width="960" height="400" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-At2CN1UAvJs/YAM_pZ-DbHI/AAAAAAAAGds/bcKdsdY2j8sBS6x1ZvTuaknjuaacKf7MACLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h400/Heaven%2527s%2BSnowscapes.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-36157295963400929182020-11-21T17:57:00.005-05:002020-11-21T18:00:13.744-05:00The Sound of Heaven (A repost from June 25, 2013)<p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18.4px;"><i><b>Earlier today, the Holy Spirit said He wanted me to repost this word, The Sound of Heaven, from June 25, 2013. Also, He wanted me to use a different image. So</b></i></span></span><i><b> in obedience, I am.</b></i><i style="font-family: inherit;"><b> - Michelle</b></i></p><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span><span style="line-height: 18.4px;">These are the words of the Holy Spirit:</span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;">"There is a sound I AM orchestrating, says the Father. A sound beyond anything that anyone knows of. A sound so extraordinary, it will not permit anything that is not of pure flow. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;">My Sound, the Sound of Heaven, is making its entry into the earth.</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18.4px;">Beyond that which you alread</span><span style="line-height: 18.4px;">y know, I AM bending down to make My Glory known so that all who are calling upon My Son’s great name will know precisely that I AM who I say I AM.</span></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;">Expression and exposure are both coming.</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><div><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;">My expression in the earth through My sons and daughters is forthright already. However, I want to express more of Myself through you.</span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;">My exposure is already underway and will not make a whole lot of people happy, but I must uncover that which is concealed. I must make known what has occurred behind closed doors if you will (Luke 8:17). It is precisely My measure of grace that I AM pouring out upon My people, upon their homes and workplaces, that will ready them for what is coming, says the Lord.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;">Great finances will be entrusted into the hands of those who are ready to expand the Kingdom of God on earth. All who do not yet know the value of trust I place upon those whom I entrust with the very vault of Heaven are going to know firsthand why I have chosen them.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;">Many are already beginning to sense great awakenings within their spirits. Still, many of the hearts of My very own people need the exposure I have spoken of. They have yet to give over to Me what is rightfully Mine. They yearn for more, for greater and greater things, yet they not only rob Me; they exploit others for their very own gain. This is not how Kingdom ministers are to operate. They will know that I AM because of the exposure I AM sending, says Yahweh.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;">The Order of God bends for no one. I AM bringing a precious word to those whose hearts are yearning for more of My Order and My Presence, and that is the very expression through which I will show them more of Me - My Order and My Presence. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;">More is not less, and less is not more. But this is how the world sells it. It’s a topsy-turvy roller coaster ride of emotions for those who place more trust in their own sense of righteousness than in My Son.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;">You are righteous in My eyes because of Jesus, Yeshua alone; nothing more and nothing less. His sacrifice made possible the extension of God’s mercy, grace, truth, and forgiveness. Apart from this, there is no righteousness. Many are perishing because of their lack of knowledge of the true Messiah.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;">As I release My expression in greater measure into the earth realm, there will be both sinner and saint who will rise to express who I AM. Can I not release a Sound so great that all who are going to hear it will be thrust into that very Sound itself? Both the mighty and the weak will long to hear it. Those who are of My Kingdom will carry My Sound in greater measure. Yes, I will astound many by the Sound of Heaven. So get ready for this awakening frequency to enter your hearts.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18.4px;">The greater the Sound, the greater My authority that will awaken those whose hearts are troubled. </span><br /><span style="line-height: 18.4px;"><br /></span><span style="line-height: 18.4px;">Lean not on your own understanding but in all your ways acknowledge [submit to] Me, and I will make your paths plain [evident] (Proverbs 3:5-6). </span><span>Shalom.” </span><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #3a3a3a; line-height: 17.248px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #3a3a3a; line-height: 17.248px;">Michelle Holderman </span><br /><span><span style="background-color: white; color: #3a3a3a; line-height: 17.248px;">Copyright </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #3a3a3a; letter-spacing: 1.3px; line-height: 20.8px; text-align: center; text-transform: uppercase;">©</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #3a3a3a; line-height: 17.248px;"> 2013</span></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><span style="background-color: white; color: #3a3a3a; line-height: 17.248px;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JpZgWF9CPlM/X7mbRes-zaI/AAAAAAAAGbo/pJRscMeoHqExaH-EYe6WTROGhzsNkomdwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1920/night_sky_stars_starry_sky_hd2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-JpZgWF9CPlM/X7mbRes-zaI/AAAAAAAAGbo/pJRscMeoHqExaH-EYe6WTROGhzsNkomdwCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h360/night_sky_stars_starry_sky_hd2.jpg" width="640" /></a></div></span></span></div>Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-84779057029520417122020-10-16T14:00:00.009-04:002020-11-18T22:06:43.050-05:00Whispers from His Heart <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglLWo9KUr-U7nOoLMdNK5mSjMizUSbIC6wOCslta6x-toLQBprLV8HZcXxuLNHq0P2u9jmB1tyiE86ZkX9IqmfKnH3hz2rO0FnAeVioawIhX67HzvmyKauqDXIczuQKvGsPInKmc-0cFE/s960/Fall+country+road+2020.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="960" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglLWo9KUr-U7nOoLMdNK5mSjMizUSbIC6wOCslta6x-toLQBprLV8HZcXxuLNHq0P2u9jmB1tyiE86ZkX9IqmfKnH3hz2rO0FnAeVioawIhX67HzvmyKauqDXIczuQKvGsPInKmc-0cFE/w649-h426/Fall+country+road+2020.jpg" width="649" /></a></div></div><p><br /></p><p>The Father is having me release His heart in a new way, and He calls it<b style="font-style: italic;"> Whispers from His Heart.</b> </p><p><br /></p><p>These whispers [from His heart] are basically one-sentence bullet points. Bullet-points highlight or signify what is most important for thought, discussion, and/or action, which is exactly why He is doing it like this - <b style="font-style: italic;">to emphasize or draw our attention to what He says is significant for a given time. </b></p><p><br /></p><p>Also, He told me He will divulge individual details to people through these holy whispers. As you read them, He will speak uniquely to you and how this applies to your life. While they may seem rather simple or general at first glance, these words indeed came from His heart. He spoke them for a reason, so do not dismiss them. Think on them and ask Him to show you specifics; I'm doing the same.</p><p><br /></p><p>In the future, I'll post them as He directs me to do. For now, here are some whispers I've heard from His heart recently that He wants me to share:</p><p><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><i><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Take the less-traveled road that He has laid out for you.</b></span></i></li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><i><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Focus on the heart of God. </b></span></i></li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><i><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>The hidden things of the past are coming to light. </b></span></i></li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b><i>The message of your life is about to be made known.</i></b></li></ul><p></p><p><i><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br /></b></span></i></p><p><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1c1e21;">Michelle Holderman </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #1c1e21;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129;">Copyright © 2020</span></span></p>Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-53390018547531537182020-05-12T00:00:00.003-04:002021-12-12T11:32:40.632-05:00The God of Broken Hallelujahs<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"I AM the God of broken hallelujahs. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><b>I AM the God of YOUR broken hallelujahs.</b></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When the hardships of this life leave you weary, brokenhearted, and troubled, when the hurt weighs heavy inside, remember that I AM the God of broken hallelujahs. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When the struggle is great, and you have no words to speak, remember I AM the God of broken hallelujahs. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When you feel lost and alone, when the darkness taunts and laughs, remember I AM the God of broken hallelujahs. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When the load is more than you can bear, and everything comes crashing down, remember I AM the God of broken hallelujahs. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">When your memories are painful, </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">when </span>comfort cannot be found, <span style="font-family: inherit;">remember I AM the God of broken hallelujahs. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">A perfect hallelujah is not what I am after. No, it is what's in your heart, beloved; I listen to your heart. The sounds of your broken praise always pierce My own heart, for I understand the trials, sufferings, and burdens of this earthly life. I know because I have walked before you. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">So when there's nothing left to hold onto, </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">when </span>hope and courage fade<span style="font-family: inherit;">, call out to Me and remember, I AM the God of broken hallelujahs. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #1d2129; font-family: inherit;">The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 </span><br />
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<span style="color: #001320; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not reject. Psalm 51:17</span><br />
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At first, it may feel like you have gone this way before, but I assure you, you have not. This is an entirely new place for you. This is the place that will cause you to see what you could not see before. You will see the more in-depth pieces of your scars and stories; you will see them coming together. This is the will of the Father.<br />
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There is a knowing you will come into here. Indeed, greater truth and provision are awaiting you at this valley of healing waters.<br />
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This will be a turning point for you, beloved. You will only travel this way once, so trust what I AM doing; trust I have thought of everything, even those things you have not; trust your promise is waiting for you on the other side of this anointed valley.<br />
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It is time to walk through these deep waters.<br />
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Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-75117624262749742312019-04-04T16:00:00.028-04:002022-02-13T12:37:06.389-05:00The Divine Witness of Our Shared Scars and Stories<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span>We all have life stories to share, as well as the scars to go with them. And this is precisely what Jesus and I have been talking about over the past two weeks. While I had no intention of writing anything about it, I feel He wants me to speak to this; so I am. </span><br />
<span><br /></span> <span>Let me begin by saying this is no light subject matter to Him or me. The scars and stories of people hold a deep place in the heart of Jesus.</span></span></div>
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<span><span style="font-family: inherit;">In 2016 I wrote a <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; display: inline; text-size-adjust: 100%;">blog post entitled </span><a href="http://www.theragamuffinsaint.com/2016/03/scars-and-stories.html" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; text-size-adjust: 100%;" target="_blank">"Scars and Stories."</a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; display: inline; text-size-adjust: 100%;"> I felt His presence so strongly during that writing process and knew He wanted me to draw from the place of my story and scars as well as His own. In other words, it was from a joining of our scars and stories that I wrote it. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">And it is this - <i>the joining of our scars and stories</i> - that He highlights to me.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I know many of our stories are not neat or pleasant; they're messy, painful, ugly, heart-wrenching, and were even sorely unexpected and disappointing. And while they contain beautiful, lovely, hope-filled, enjoyable, and perhaps even amazing parts, it can be tough to reconcile them all in some meaningful way. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This is where the joining or uniting of our scars and stories with the scars and story of Jesus is vital, which <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; display: inline; text-size-adjust: 100%;">is essentially what I wrote about in my blog post above. T</span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; display: inline; text-size-adjust: 100%;">h</span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; display: inline; text-size-adjust: 100%;">ere is a sanctity within this joining, and I believe this is one of the places where the sweet wine of Heaven will soon be pouring.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">While they can never make complete sense on their own, and while we might not have the full understanding we long for about it until we're in Heaven with Him, I do think healing and transformation can come as we bring our scars and stories into union with the story and scars of Christ. Whether this comes all at once, in <span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; display: inline; text-size-adjust: 100%;">gradual degrees, or is a lifelong process, I believe it to be true and imperative.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><br /></span><span>Prophetically, I see we have entered a time where the more in-depth pieces of our scars and stories will be brought together in a way we've never known before; it's like a connecting of dots by the Holy Spirit. Some of these dots are natural, and some are spiritual. Nevertheless, there is a connection taking place because Heaven says it's time. </span></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: inherit;">"While many of you continue to work through the healing processes the Father has uniquely laid out for you, there is some part of it that will only make sense as you allow the Spirit to connect it with who I AM in you and who you are in Me. You don't realize how much your lives matter to Me. You don't think your scars and stories have great value, but they do. I long for you to open up to Me so I can open you up to yourselves and to others. Telling your story and sharing your scars in the ways I show you will not only help you, but it will also be a gamechanger for certain people; nothing else will work for them. And as you draw from the wellspring of who I AM in you and how we flow together, others will be drawn to My love and hope that you embody. They will taste and hear and see My goodness through you as you share the guts and the glory of our beautiful scars and story." </span></i></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><br /></span><span>I believe Heaven is going to start highlighting the scars and stories of God's people in unique and purposeful ways, revealing Jesus and His Kingdom more definitively, even to believers. I realize sharing life experiences or testimonies to spread the Gospel or as a source of encouragement, inspiration, and hope isn't new. Still, He is showing me <i>how</i> He does this will bring a fresh and defining difference. </span></span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; margin-bottom: 6px; margin-top: 6px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><br /></span><span>I can't say precisely what it will look like; I only know it's coming. It will be the pouring out of a new wine through the redeemed wineskins of those whose scars and stories are synced up with His scars and story. And through this process, we will all get to taste and know the goodness of the Lord in ways we never have before.</span></span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; margin-bottom: 6px; margin-top: 6px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; display: inline; font-size: 12pt; text-size-adjust: 100%;"> </span></span><span><br /></span> <span>Another aspect of this is the revisiting of people's scars and stories. By this, I mean there will be a refreshing on the scars and stories of those who have previously shared them. You </span><span>will start sharing them again, but it will be much different this time around. There will be a new and unusual anointing on them for the time-specific purposes of the Kingdom to be accomplished on earth as it is in Heaven, which is rooted in the will of the Father.</span><br /></span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; margin-bottom: 6px; margin-top: 6px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Indeed, this uniting or reuniting of our life stories with the life of Christ will bring this new, distinct outpouring. Said another way, it will be a serving of His new wine through us, through our reconciled scars and stories, to those who need and long for Him. It is so they can also taste and see how good He is. And in the process, I think we'll experience levels of healing only He can give us. Again, I cannot say exactly how this will look, but I believe it to be unlike anything we have known thus far. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><br /></span> <span>Sharing our scars and stories is a powerful and compelling thing. However, when we bring them into congruence with the story and scars of Jesus, real power and consecration happen. Our scars and stories don't belong exclusively to us anymore; they belong to Him and His Kingdom too. And in this sacred union, a supernatural synergy takes place as His presence floods into our wounds and history while uniting them with His own. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span><br /></span> <span style="font-family: inherit;">Together, o<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; display: inline; text-size-adjust: 100%;">ur </span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; display: inline; text-size-adjust: 100%;">scars and stories become, as He said to me, </span><i style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; text-size-adjust: 100%;">"a divine witness."</i><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; display: inline; text-size-adjust: 100%;"> And this is where His Kingdom </span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; display: inline; text-size-adjust: 100%;">begins to manifest within us and through us to touch the lives of others with the perfect, life-changing love, power, truth, and grace of our Savior and Lord, the Living Word - Jesus [Yeshua HaMashiach]. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>"Will you allow Me to pour into your scars and stories? Will you let Me interpose them with Mine? Can I pour the wine of My Kingdom into you so that I may serve it to others? Beloved, I long for them to know Who I AM like you do, and I want to reveal Myself through the divine witness of our shared scars and stories. Will you let Me?"</i></span></blockquote>
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<span><span>P.S. If you haven't yet read <a href="http://www.theragamuffinsaint.com/2016/03/scars-and-stories.html" target="_blank">"Scars and Stories,"</a> </span>I encourage you to do so because it will help give a better context and perspective to this.</span><br />
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Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-9421827338245043412019-02-13T19:30:00.000-05:002020-04-08T13:56:13.098-04:00The Winds of Truth Are Blowing And The Sound of Heaven Is Coming<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I hear the Spirit of God saying,<br />
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"There is a wind that is blowing; it is the wind of truth, says the Spirit. For the winds of truth are blowing, and they will uncover what many thought was lost. These winds will blow and reveal and expose. These winds will also bring a new sound with them; My sound, the sound of Heaven.<br />
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Hear, says the Spirit of Truth, what I say to you now. Listen to My voice at this hour. You are in a time unlike any other. There are indeed truths and mysteries that are being unveiled at their appointed times.<br />
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Stop looking at certain matters and saying, <i>"It's over; we're doomed!"</i> I desire you to stop speaking in agreement with the plans of the enemy and certain people. It is a sobering hour, yes, but I implore you to speak and prophesy the great plans of Heaven, for the Kingdom of God is at hand!<br />
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I say this as an admonishment but also as an encouragement. Use your authority as We (Father, Son, Spirit) desire you to use it. Speak as We do; speak as We declare and foretell.<br />
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There is a prosperity that will awaken as the sound of Heaven falls over the nations and the people. We are awakening many of your leaders in this time who will prosper you as We desire.<br />
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Oh, United States of America, I tell you now that you are as an eagle in flight; you are soaring higher and higher on these winds of truth that are blowing. Your President is under My authority, and I want you to speak over him that which shall empower him and his administration. I desire you to use your voices to declare the plans and purpose of God over your nation because it is vital.<br />
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<b>Who do you trust? I will say it again, who do you place your trust in?</b><br />
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Do not be double-minded and say on one day, <i>"I trust in the Lord,"</i> and then on another day live in worry, fear, and anxiety. You are My people, and you have the mind of Christ, which means you have access to the very thoughts of God. So you know you are not abandoned or without hope for you have the real hope of glory, that is Jesus himself, alive in you (1 Colossians 1:27).<br />
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Many promises are on the verge of their fulfillment, but it requires your trust in the God who made them. It requires you to choose who you are going to believe.<br />
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Will you live as a people who trust in their God, or will you live as a people who don't?<br />
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Trust Him and <span style="font-family: inherit;">His heart, beloved. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">He is trustworthy."</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: inherit;">Michelle Holderman</span><br />
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<i><b>*</b></i> <i>Please consider reading </i><a href="http://www.theragamuffinsaint.com/2013/06/the-sound-of-heaven.html" target="_blank">The Sound of Heaven</a>, <i>which is a word the Holy Spirit gave me in 2013. I believe it will provide you with some deeper context as it ties in with what He is saying in this word.</i></div>
Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-33814294654454958522019-01-25T11:00:00.004-05:002023-01-29T09:55:25.277-05:00 Pilgrims and Witnesses: Walking a Holy Journey Together <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">To all my pilgrim and witness friends—this is for you. ❤️</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">For the sake of a better understanding, I want to start by defining what pilgrims and witnesses are.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">A PILGRIM is one who journeys, especially long distances, to a holy place for a religious or spiritual purpose; one who embarks on a quest for something conceived of as sacred; a traveler of literal travels or of spiritual and healing journeys. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">A WITNESS is a close observer; one who can give a firsthand account of something seen, heard, or experienced; one who furnishes evidence or serves as a sign; one who is to be present at or have personal knowledge of; one who can testify to.</div></div></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I’ll jump right in by saying our deepest moments of pain usually hold our truest inner knowing. Often, the words that come out in the middle of the ache are the most telling and important. While it is difficult to experience this, real healing calls for it because we must give voice to the truth of our story.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">This doesn't happen casually. Instead, we must get into the messy trenches of reality with intention. Then and only then can we see what we need to see, hear what we need to hear, feel what we need to feel, and proceed how we need to proceed.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">To look "it" in the eyes, be it pain, grief, trauma, illness, injustice, disappointment, apathy, brokenness, sadness, anger, fear, deception, betrayal, or whatever the "it" might be, to put our hands on the matter and begin the hard yet rewarding work of uncovering the truth, is to acknowledge both it's existence and impact. And the moment we do this is the moment real change starts to happen.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">This type of God-designed healing process is not easy; it takes courage and determination to walk this way. And while we can't always see what it's producing while we're in it, it is a worthy and necessary process that serves a higher purpose, the purpose of Him and His Kingdom. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">To be the one who walks this path is to be a pilgrim—it is an invitation to discovery and awakening on deeper levels. God uses pilgrims to blaze new trails for certain things, and your life experiences often speak to this, although you probably won't have a full understanding of it beforehand. And not just anyone can accompany you on this journey; they must be handpicked by the Father, so they are.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">To be the one who accompanies the pilgrim is to be a witness—it also invites deeper discovery and awakening. God always has a witness for everything He does, and you bear witness to what is taking place in this journey. You are as vital to this process as the pilgrim, just differently. Your life experiences are key to this too. You hold a special place in this process for the pilgrim. God views it as a place of honor, a place of servanthood.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The work of the pilgrim and the witness is a joint, pure, and living work that holds eternal significance. Both are led by the Spirit of God, both are important, and both will forever be changed as a result of this sacred journey.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Usually, the pilgrim later becomes the witness for someone else. In fact, pilgrims make the best witnesses. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Conversely, the witness may take a pilgrim's journey of their own later on if they haven't already, and because they've experienced it firsthand, they will know the value of having an honest-to-goodness witness by their side.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">For some, it is an interchanging journey of pilgrim and witness. In other words, sometimes you're both. There are moments within the process where the witness becomes the pilgrim for a time, and the pilgrim their witness. There may even be an ebbing and flowing of this throughout the entirety of the journey. It requires confidence in the leadership of the Holy Spirit and trust in each other, which usually isn't hard because there are mutual love and honor among the three.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Perhaps it seems a paradox to switch from pilgrim to witness and vice versa, but there's an even more significant discovery to be found within this. And it is entirely necessary to be flexible and focused while on this journey.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">While our stories might look uniquely different in detail, we can see parts of ourselves in each other more than we might realize.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Keep in mind, we’re not broken open just for the sake of exposing blood, guts, tears, muck, and cracks. Rather, it’s to ultimately uncover and shine the light on what is needed for real healing and transformation to take place.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Only He can do certain things for us. Still, have you noticed God often reaches out His hand of love, hope, truth, and grace through His people? His true kindness and compassion coursing through our veins make the difference.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">It is Jesus, the hope of glory in us, with us, and through us, that makes this possible. We need Him and we need each other. He designed it this way.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Sometimes, however, the very thing we long for most is also the thing we most fear; that is to be seen and known. It is a vulnerable place to be, yet we were created for it. We were created to know and be known by God and each other. We were created for genuine relationships; it's one of His greatest gifts.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Therefore, the healing journey of the pilgrim and the witness is also a journey of knowing each other and Him in deeper ways—seeing how His image and likeness are uniquely revealed and expressed throughout the process and one another. There is often a prophetic element interlaced within this work, too, meaning the map of your journey may serve as a blueprint for others down the road. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Sidenote: Other people will be impacted by your hard work through this process. Your healing journey always holds something valuable for someone else at a later time, and perhaps it will be life-changing for them as well. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">As you travel this way, you will discover how much God values the process; value it as well. And value one another. In so doing, you are really expressing your value for Him and His ways. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Don't be afraid to embrace His process, pilgrim.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Don't be afraid to accompany His process, witness.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Remember, you need Him and you need each other. And when you come through to the other side of this, you'll better understand why He's chosen to do it the way He has (or you will for those who haven't yet begun this holy journey).</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The Lord holds each of you in His great love. So trust Him and follow His lead; you're right where He wants you.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">I bless you all.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">A fellow pilgrim and witness,</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Michelle Holderman</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Copyright ©️ 2019</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">(Updated 2023)</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">“Trust in the LORD with all your heart; do not [always] depend on your own understanding [of things]. Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which path to take.” Proverbs 3:5-6</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">“The Lord directs the steps of the righteous. 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Broken voices hold their secrets in the recess of their pieces. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><b><i><br /></i></b></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><b><i>Listen.</i></b><br />
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They call out to wake us from our slumber and illusion. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i><b>Reality.</b></i></div>
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Within the shadows and the silence lie their real and raw stories.<br />
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<i><b>Exposure</b>.</i><br />
<i><br /></i> It is time for these wrongs to be made right.<br />
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Oh, precious-voices-once-broken, you will now speak and sing a brand new song.<br />
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<i><b>Freedom.</b></i><br />
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<span style="line-height: 19.26px;"><span style="color: #1d2129;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></span> <span style="line-height: 19.26px;"><span style="color: #1d2129;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><span class="text Ps-40-3" id="en-NLT-14505" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; position: relative;">He has given me a new song to sing, </span><span class="indent-1" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black;"><span class="text Ps-40-3" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;">a hymn of praise to our God. </span></span><span class="text Ps-40-3" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black; position: relative;">Many will see what He has done and be amazed. </span></i><span class="indent-1" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: black;"><span class="text Ps-40-3" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; position: relative;"><i>They will put their trust in the <span class="small-caps" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box; font-variant-caps: small-caps; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal;">Lord</span>.</i> Psalm 40:3 NLT</span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i>“The Father’s heart is set on recovery. So what more shall I say then about these truths and mysteries that are being revealed?</i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i>I say let there be light over them! Let the light of Christ illuminate the truths and mysteries We (Father, Son, and Spirit) desire to be made known, for there are many.</i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i>Just as I spoke in the first word regarding this, so I will say it again – many of these truths and mysteries hold solutions and remedies that are needed for this time; they will help many people.</i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i>Some of these truths and mysteries, however, are going to be a rather hard pill to swallow, but they must be brought into the light so they no longer hold the power of secrecy over the lives and the land of the people; this is how true recovery can begin to take place.</i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i>Everything the Father does is to ultimately bring healing and restoration. So set your hearts on this knowledge and your trust upon the One who knows all things.</i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i>What is coming into the light over these next 6-12 months will lay the foundation for what We are doing over the course of the next several years. It is to promote the will of the Father for the lives of His people and to promote the prevailing of His purpose in the earth.</i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i>Yes, there is a pipeline of truth that is being opened, and it is being opened at the command of the Father. The valve to this pipeline has been rusted over for a very long time, but even now, I AM pouring My oil upon it to unseal it. I AM sending an angel to turn it open completely.</i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i>What was once hidden underground and out of sight will come pouring out into the light of day because this is the will of the Father. And it will set many captives free, says the Spirit.</i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i>I want there to be recovery of the highest order, but for this to happen, I must reveal these truths and mysteries. So hold onto this word closely and know I AM causing these things to emerge. I AM truly for you and not against you, and in time, you will find this out in a remarkable way.</i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i>Beloved, My word is a lamp unto your feet and a light unto your path. So trust what I AM enlightening you to; trust I AM working all things, even those things you do not yet fully know, together for your good. I AM.” </i></b></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><b>“There are words being spoken out that are false; they intend to divide, deceive, and harm. These words are ultimately meant to throw the proverbial monkey wrench into My plan, but that shall not happen, says the Spirit of Truth. For I come to you this day to tell you I AM revealing truths in this hour no one would have ever thought would come to light.</b></i></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><b>Yes, there are many truths coming out. There are also mysteries being revealed. Some will be to awaken My people; some will be long-awaited answers to prayer; some will be to disclose what’s been going on behind closed doors; some will be to break the “code of silence” that’s been in place for too long.</b></i></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><b>I AM causing those things that are not in alignment and agreement with My heart to come into the light because darkness cannot hide there. And this is for the enlightenment of the people, for I already know; I’ve already seen; I’ve already heard. Yes, this is for the sake of justice and righteousness; this is also to bring clarity, healing, and restoration.</b></i></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i>So know that I will be with you when you go through deep waters. I will help you get through; I will hold your hand and guide you. I will be your comfort.”</i></b></span></span><br />
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Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-17586462394076329062018-06-04T11:48:00.000-04:002020-01-31T12:42:49.230-05:00Your Wings Are Almost Ready: The Holy Process of Metamorphosis<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Holy Spirit released this to me recently, and I believe it's a message that will speak to some of you at this time. I pray His words to land on the places within you that need them. <i>You really are special to Him.</i></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i> </i> - Michelle</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i><span style="line-height: 107%;">"There's a butterfly inside of you that's getting ready to come out. And when it happens, you'll know why you've had to spend such a particularly long, arduous season in that cocoon you are in. </span></i></b><span style="line-height: 107%;"></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i><span style="line-height: 107%;">A lot goes on inside of that closed, dark space, and the only way to get out is to allow the metamorphosis to fully take place. In other words, you must let Me have My way in you and your life. </span></i></b></span><b style="font-family: inherit;"><i><span style="line-height: 107%;">And so you are. </span></i></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i><span style="line-height: 107%;">You, beloved, were created for a specific purpose and this purpose requires highly developed wings; wings that are specially trained, shaped, colored, and marked; wings that must endure; and wings that not only hold Kingdom direction but also My sound - your wings carry the sound of Heaven within them. </span></i></b><span style="line-height: 107%;"></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i><span style="line-height: 107%;">I have embedded My etchings within them also, which is a sign of the deep work you have allowed Me to do in you. Yes, the cocoon has been your perfecting ground, and I see that it is good. </span></i></b><span style="line-height: 107%;"></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i><span style="line-height: 107%;">I want to tell you that not only are you in a very sacred place with Me; you are exactly where I want you. </span></i></b><span style="line-height: 107%;"></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i><span style="line-height: 107%;">Know the time is soon when I will call for you to emerge from this cocoon and begin your appointed flight. You will be astounded by the excellence of the transformation taking place here, especially how fragrant you are. </span></i></b></span><b style="font-family: inherit;"><i><span style="line-height: 107%;">Yes, you'll discover you have been saturated with the fragrance of Jesus during this time you've spent sealed off with Him too. This will be the most beautiful thing of all - that you carry His scent. </span></i></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: left;">On a regular day in September of 2016, I was sitting at my laptop, working on a writing project, when I suddenly felt the unmistakable presence of Jesus come into the room. He started talking to me about the value of giving all of myself to Him, and He called it </span><i style="font-family: inherit; text-align: left;">"an act of living worship."</i><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">He went on to say while I had given Him most of me, there were still a few places I hadn't. </span></span>He said He wanted everything, including the<span style="font-family: inherit;"> weary and bruised places, as well as the unknown ones.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I could feel the weight of His words in my spirit </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">and sensed this was the beginning of a life-changing time. I also felt His deep tenderness and love towards me. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Little did I know what this actually meant and involved, but I knew it was profound and true.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">And now, almost two years later, I am continuing to learn the value of surrendering every part of my life as an expression of my worship to Him,</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> even the parts I haven't fully understood. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">I've learned a lot of other things, too, but I've especially learned I didn't understand worship in the way Jesus views worship. </span></div>
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On this side of it, I am better able to see what He meant. I could say so much about it and how important it is, but I don't think I could ever adequately express the full depth or context of it. I will say this isn't a superficial or casual thing; it's a much deeper place of relationship with the Lord. Yes, it is costly, but it's also beautiful and freeing. And He wants each of us to come into this sacred place with Him.<br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: inherit;">Ultimately, I think He views the fullness of worship as a life completely and genuinely given to Him, not as a one-time event, but rather daily throughout our lives; it's even moment by moment. </span><br />
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P<span style="font-family: inherit;">erhaps </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">it's better said that the highest expression of my worship to Jesus is giving Him all of me regularly. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">It is a</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> dynamic, ongoing process.</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I think we mostly tend to view worship as what we do collectively on Sunday mornings or in our personal time with Him, but worship is not just a structured form of praise through music, song, prayer, or reflection, although it certainly is that. </span></span><br />
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We worship Him with our whole lives. Whether we're sitting in a church service, driving down the road, having tea or coffee with a friend, or going about our daily routine, our lives are continually releasing a sound or expression of our love, honor, and devotion to Him.<br />
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Even when we're going through long, hard, gut-wrenching seasons, even when we're struggling to get through the day, there is sacrificial worship within us as believers that's being produced, and it matters; it binds us more deeply to Christ and develops a deeper intimacy with Him.<br />
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If we've only given Him about seventy percent of ourselves, then only three-fourths of us is worshipping Him. If we compared this to singing only seventy percent of a song, we could say it would be the equivalent of singing the verses but skipping over the chorus. It would sound unfinished and incomplete; it wouldn't flow very well because something would be missing. And that's what I believe Jesus was getting at.<br />
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He could have done salvation without a relationship, but that's not the heart of Jesus (or the Father); He's fully invested in us, even the little things.<span style="font-family: inherit;"> Still, it is a sacrifice to yield ourselves to Him when it is hard, painful, uncomfortable, inconvenient, or doesn't make sense. But that is when it's most valuable; it really is a holy act. </span><br />
<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Worship isn’t just a Sunday-thing or a churchy-thing; it's a heart thing. </span></span><b style="font-family: inherit;">In essence, we worship Him in the cathedral of our hearts because everything flows from there. </b><span style="line-height: 17.12px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">It is a process of continually offering our lives to the One who laid down His life for us, and i</span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">t's as much a part of our ordinary moments as it is our difficult moments and our epic ones. It truly is life shared with Christ.</span><br />
<b style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></b> <span style="line-height: 17.12px;">He yearns for us to give the whole of ourselves to Him because, in doing so, we're inviting Him to come in and occupy every part of us. </span><span style="line-height: 17.12px;">By offering ourselves as a living sacrifice to Jesus, we are allowing Him to come into all the places we like and don't like; all the places we hold back and struggle with; all the places that ache and sting; even those places we aren't aware of that need Him. </span><br />
<span style="line-height: 17.12px;"><br /></span> <span style="line-height: 17.12px;">Indeed, this</span> is when greater transformation begins to take place; it's where His deep calls to our deep. And it is how we learn to cultivate a genuine lifestyle of living worship; there is no substitute for it.<br />
<i><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Trust me, it's a really </span>precious thing to Him.</i><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><i>I actually started writing (and musing over) this last year during Holy Week, but it didn't fully come together. Somehow the timing didn't seem right either. I wasn't going to pursue this, but I started feeling the Lord urging me to pick it back up and finish it. We know what Jesus accomplished and overcame for us through His crucifixion, death, and resurrection; He is our Passover Lamb. And, as believers, we are victorious through the Christ in us - the hope of glory. This is the foundation of our faith. In this blog post, I wrote how I believe all of this applies to living our everyday lives, especially the tough, painful days. So with that in mind, here are some of my thoughts about life, this week, and Jesus. He must have thought this is the right time to share it. </i></span><i style="font-family: inherit;">- Michelle</i><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span> It's<span style="font-family: inherit;"> Holy Week - the time to observe and celebrate the passion of Jesus. It is the time we thankfully contemplate the pinnacle of our Christian faith, and it is a sacred and beautiful time.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Some are in o</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">verwhelming joy, peace, and contentment during this week, while others are in the middle of overwhelming pain, stress, and disappointment. Some are having the time of their lives while others are in the fight of their lives. And then many others find themselves oscillating somewhere in-between. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I've been thinking about how we live our lives in ways that are authentic and pleasing to the Lord, even when our life experiences are not so pleasant or what we dreamt or expected them to be. How do we go about living through the hardships of this life without becoming apathetic or bitter? How do we reconcile the goodness of God with the unjust, hurtful, traumatic things many of us go through?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Maybe it really isn't the time to ask such questions; perhaps this week should only be spent on magnifying the Christ and His Cross. Perhaps the focal point should be on more important things like redemption and reconciliation. Maybe all the other stuff can wait.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">But isn't this why Jesus came in the first place? Didn't</span> He choose to step into our collective world as well as our personal one? Doesn't this include our sorrow and our struggle? Isn't<span style="font-family: inherit;"> this week quintessential to all our other weeks? Aren't</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> His scars and His story what ultimately give us hope for our own? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I don't believe He came and established the Kingdom on earth and then left us to muddle through on our own. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">I don't think we're supposed to live our real lives every day of the year but pretend they don't exist on certain ones. I don't think we're necessarily supposed to have a carefree life either; that isn't reality. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">This is why I believe what we honor and celebrate this week carries us through all the other weeks. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">I believe His truth and grace are as much for the daily grind <span style="font-family: inherit;">as for our eternal salvation.</span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I believe </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">He came </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">for our promise, our purpose, and our pain. </span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">I believe this week isn't just a yearly affair, but an ongoing relationship we live and breathe and have our being in every single day. And I</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> believe He </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">lives and breathes with us </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">in the ache, the ashes, and the tension of our lives as well as in the comfort, the beauty, and the ease. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The Lord's passion doesn't end on Sunday with the culmination of Easter. Rather t</span>he whole life of Jesus, including His crucifixion, death, and resurrection, empowers us to live out our entire lives, and this is what makes the difference. It's not that we'll never go through anything; it's that we have a Savior, brother, and friend who walks with us when we do. </div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">It is a holy matter when we give ourselves to the Lord. It's</span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> a living sacrifice to the One who poured out His life for us. We can trust Him with our all because He freely gave us His. </span><br />
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<b><i>Jesus shed His blood for us and all the days of our lives; only He could. </i></b><br />
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This is how we come into the Father's house and are forever connected with Him and each other. This is how we are beautifully knit together as the family of God, as His sons and daughters, as brothers and sisters. It happens through the redemptive sacrifice of Jesus. His rescue mission was and still is our saving grace. It is a gift, but it cost Him everything. It's the ultimate loving-kindness and mercy of God in action.<br />
<div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505;">So, no, I don't believe this week is just an annual Christian reminder or heartfelt holiday. I don’t believe it’s only relevant on the Church calendar but not in our real and raw daily lives.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505;">I believe it is the everlasting revelation and declaration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, the forever good news amidst all the bad and the ugly.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505;">I believe it is the perpetual unfolding of His power at work within us, accomplishing infinitely more than we could ask or think, even on the hard days.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505;">I believe it is the exclamation point of the ongoing ministry of reconciliation through us, His ambassadors, despite the ups and downs.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505;">I believe it is <i>"the hope of glory"</i> continually being made manifest in us, particularly when we are struggling.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505;">I believe it is the growing display of His splendor or glory through us, the plantings of the Lord, including during our not so glorious times.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505;">I believe it is the holy, eternal fuel if you will, that we've been given for overcoming, and for living this life, and certainly, the one to come.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505;">And this is truly the stuff I believe He came for. This is what this week is all about.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /></i></b><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505;">Thank you, Jesus. I'm so grateful.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505;" /></span></div></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="text John-3-16" style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">For this is how much God loved the world—he gave his one and only, unique Son <span style="box-sizing: border-box;">as a gift</span>.</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">So now everyone who believes in him</span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;"> </span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">will never perish but experience everlasting life. </span></span><span style="box-sizing: border-box;">God did not send his Son into the world to judge and condemn the world, but to be its Savior and rescue it! John 3:16-17 (The Passion Translation)</span></span></blockquote>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white;">So Jesus is the One who has enacted a new covenant with a new relationship with God [the Father] so that those who accept the invitation </span><span style="background-color: white;">will receive the eternal inheritance he has promised to his heirs. For he died to release us from the guilt of the violations committed under the first covenant. Hebrews 9:15 (The Passion Translation)</span></span></blockquote>
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Michelle Holdermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15688490279422954556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3243991121572052463.post-51120067134688833962018-03-01T11:16:00.001-05:002018-07-07T10:35:20.358-04:00For Some Who Are Struggling<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span> <span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: inherit;">I long for you to know you are and always have been important to Me. And not because of what you can do for Me or how well you can do it, but simply because I love you. I. JUST. LOVE. YOU. And if you never do another thing for Me; I will go on loving you as much as I always have. My love for you will never diminish. Never. I do want you to know there is more to Me though - another facet of the diamond if you will. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span> <span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: inherit;">Some of what you're feeling is discontentment, but I want to put it in a new light; perhaps a light you've never considered. Could your discontentment be the path through which you discover more of Me? Even more of who you are? </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span> <span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: inherit;">You are right; I'm not religious, I am relational. And my relationship with you is the most important thing to Me. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span> <span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: inherit;">The noise of religion, even good religion, cannot compare to the symphony of a relationship with Me. Your discontentment is actually a cry for more of what is genuine and authentic. You long for greater beauty. And although you're feeling extremely disappointed, even by Me, I want you to know I will not disappoint your longing. I want you to know I am turning up the volume of My love for you because love who is I really am. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span> <span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: inherit;">My love is what will satisfy your longing. My love is where I am speaking to you now, and it will seem foreign at first because I am expressing it in a whole new way, but listen for it; look for it. And when you get ahold of it, it will infuse you with wonder and contentment you've never known. It will be like oxygen to you, and you'll breathe freely and laugh again. You will find more of Me there. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I'm waiting for you." </span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">"There are tears coming, but they're coming to set you free. Don't fight them; don't reject them and most certainly don't dismiss them. For they are coming to cleanse and to renew. What once was very painful in your life is going to be healed through the tears you will shed. </span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I created tears and they serve a very deep purpose. Precious one, don't be ashamed of the tears you are going to shed; they are coming to help wash away the grief and the pain you carry; they are coming to help bring a refreshing to your heart and soul, and yes, even to your physical body. </span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The time for extensive healing is upon you. Let the tears fall and let them express what you could never fully convey with your words. For I AM sending tears in this time as a great release. </span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">There is a hope and a future I have for you, but you must allow these tears to speak. </span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Tears are holy; they are most holy indeed. So let them come and have their say. And rejoice that your time for breaking open and breaking through is here. And take comfort in knowing you do not cry alone; for your Beloved cries with you. </span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Jesus is near to you and your broken heart. He knows your whole story. He knows the depth of your hurt. He knows the harm that was done. He knows the scars you carry. And He has come that you might have newness of life. </span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">He not only wants to rejoice with you in what is good and joyful and beautiful; He wants to weep with you in what is bad and sorrowful and ugly. </span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Embrace the tears, beloved son. Embrace the tears, beloved daughter. </span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">And as you walk through these next months; know this is a time designated by Heaven for the cleansing and mending of what ails you in the deep places. </span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Ye<span style="font-family: inherit;">s, your tears are going to help bring the healing you are longing for. They are coming for your highest good."</span></span></span></div>
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