This word is submitted by Steven Bliss [godsfire@woh.rr.com]

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                From The Beginning

From the beginning you were Mine: I called you, I created you in My image,
and you have been precious to Me from the start.  I have watched over you,
seeing you grow to become more like Me.

I reveal Myself for you each step you take.  You are growing in maturity,
Leaning on Me you grow.  My heart beats with excitement when I see you. I
watch as your spiritual maturity becomes stronger and stronger.  I look
for your growth each day, and I watch each night as you sleep; planting
and cultivating deep within you. I stir up within you grace-lets that you
have not previously known.  As you mature in Me, a new anointing flows
forth over you and favor raises its head upon you.

I have called you and continue to call after you. My image is becoming
clearer.  Your eyes are beginning to see the things that were once hidden.
I am revealing more and more things to you from My word, and wisdom is
stretching forth her arms to you.  Hold her dearly, and you will learn to
stand firm.

My courts await you. Enter into them and you will grow even more. I will
allow you to see the holy creatures that surround Me, for I declare My
justice and righteousness through them.  Wise counselors and judges come
to Me; they await in My presence.

Do not become discouraged, for I have been watching you from the start,
and I recognize all that is good within you. Reach for the prize that
awaits you.