This word is submitted by Yoland Ballard (bethsheeba@juno.com)

Rise Up And Prepare

Come one, come all, come unto My banqueting table of love for I have so much I want to pour out upon you of My glory and grace. Oh, My children, do not stay away. Come unto Me and feast upon all the hidden manna I have to bestow upon you. Do not stay away from the nourishment I have for you through My Word. It is your sustenance. Do not feel that you don't need to come to Me daily for this nourishment because if you don't you will surely die. Your spirit needs to be fed daily all the milk and the wheat, the grain that will make you strong, and the meat that you will become strong in Me. I have everything that you need contained within My Word.

So put aside all that would distract you. Put Me first. My presence and My Word are of utmost importance to you. So why do you try to make it on your own so much? Why do you struggle so to survive. Look unto Me, the author and finisher of your faith. For faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God. Not just reading My Word but speaking it forth daily in your conversations of life. Watch what you say for you will be blessed or cursed by what comes forth from your mouth. Do not set up your own snares. Don't work with your enemy but against him for he is only out to steal, kill and destroy you and your life in Me.

So put forth your armor and your enforcements to good use. Do not let them lie idly not being used. Pick up My Word and be made strong. Sharpen your sword, polish your armor, stand behind your shield completely so that no firey dart can touch your mind. Do not look at circumstances but look to My Word. Confess My Word and walk in faith standing firmly on My promises and be strong says your God.

And arise from your sleep for the battle is at hand. Do not be complacent but be wise and prepare. If you cannot run now with the men against you, what will you do when the horses are loosed? I warn you now. Prepare now while you have time. Wake up from your sleep and prepare!