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The Road to Pentecost Guide
JUBILEE 2016 – THE YEAR OF FREEDOM!
But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you;
and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem,
and in all Judea and Samaria,
and to the end of the earth.
Acts 1:8
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Table of Contents A MESSAGE FROM BISHOP EDDIE L. LONG ........................................................................................ 5
THE ROAD TO PENTECOST GUIDE ................................................................................................... 6
The Year of Jubilee .................................................................................................................................... 6
Fasting Instructions ................................................................................................................................... 6
Meditational Music ................................................................................................................................... 6
WEEK 1: RESTORATION OF OUR KINGDOM AUTHORITY & POWER–DAYS 1-7 ............................................ 7
Day 1: His Image Fits! ............................................................................................................................... 7
Day 2: Raised With His Power ................................................................................................................... 8
Day 3: An Authorized Fight ....................................................................................................................... 8
Day 4: Be, Fill and Do! ............................................................................................................................... 8
Day 5: Now Really…Who IS? ..................................................................................................................... 9
Day 6: Don’t Bring It Up… ANYMORE! ..................................................................................................... 9
Day 7: IT IS SO!!! ....................................................................................................................................... 9
Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of Our Kingdom Authority and Power ..................................... 10
WEEK 2: RESTORATION OF OUR KINGDOM INFLUENCE – DAYS 8-14 ..................................................... 12
Day 8: The Kingdom Proclaimed ............................................................................................................. 12
Day 9: Personal Witness-Public Impact ................................................................................................... 13
Day 10: On Wings of Prayer .................................................................................................................... 13
Day 11: In Jesus’ Name ........................................................................................................................... 13
Day 12: No Limits, No Boundaries! ......................................................................................................... 14
Day 13: Water For the City ...................................................................................................................... 14
Day 14: Be Fruitful and Multiply! ............................................................................................................ 15
Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of Our Kingdom Influence........................................................ 16
WEEK 3: RESTORATION OF OUR FAMILIES – DAYS 15-21 ................................................................... 17
Day 15: Original Intent ............................................................................................................................ 17
Day 16: A Message to Fathers ................................................................................................................ 18
Day 17: A Message to Mothers ............................................................................................................... 18
Day 18: A Message to Children ............................................................................................................... 18
Day 19: Spiritual Calling .......................................................................................................................... 19
Day 20: Community ................................................................................................................................. 19
Day 21: Return to God ............................................................................................................................. 19
Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of our Families ......................................................................... 20
WEEK 4: RESTORATION OF OUR HEALTH – DAYS 22-28 ..................................................................... 21
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Day 22: Health is a Covenant Forever ..................................................................................................... 21
Day 23: Health is My Birthright ............................................................................................................... 22
Day 24: Health is a Promised Benefit ..................................................................................................... 22
Day 25: Health is Available to All ............................................................................................................ 22
Day 26: Health is God’s Will .................................................................................................................... 23
Day 27: Health is Life in the Word .......................................................................................................... 23
Day 28: Health is Resting in God ............................................................................................................. 23
Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of Our Health ........................................................................... 24
WEEK 5: RESTORATION OF OUR WEALTH – DAYS 29-35 .................................................................... 25
Day 29: Love: The True Wealth of GOD .................................................................................................. 25
Day 30: Life: The Wealth Eternity ........................................................................................................... 26
Day 31: Wealth that Honors .................................................................................................................. 26
Day 32: Wealth Comes From GOD .......................................................................................................... 26
Day 33: Wealth Establishes Covenant ..................................................................................................... 27
Day 34: Power to Get Wealth ................................................................................................................ 27
Day 35: Time to Enjoy Wealth ................................................................................................................. 27
Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of Our Wealth .......................................................................... 28
WEEK 6: RESTORATION OF OUR INNOVATIVE IDEAS & CREATIVITY–DAYS 36-42 ...................................... 29
Day 36: Jesus, Our Restorer .................................................................................................................... 29
Day 37: God, Our Creator ........................................................................................................................ 30
Day 38: Jesus, Light of the World ........................................................................................................... 30
Day 39: Jesus, the Bread of Life............................................................................................................... 30
Day 40: Jesus, the Resurrection and the Life ........................................................................................... 31
Day 41: Jesus, the Door .......................................................................................................................... 31
Day 42: Jesus, the True Vine.................................................................................................................... 31
Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of Our Innovative Ideas and Creativity .................................... 32
WEEK 7: RESTORATION OF OUR GODLY WISDOM – DAYS 43-49 ......................................................... 33
Day 43: Praise God for Wisdom .............................................................................................................. 33
Day 44: The Beginning of Wisdom .......................................................................................................... 34
Day 45: Rewards of Wisdom ................................................................................................................... 34
Day 46: Wisdom: The Principal Thing ..................................................................................................... 34
Day 47: Build on the Rock ....................................................................................................................... 35
Day 48: Speech: Seasoned with Salt........................................................................................................ 35
Day 49: Wisdom, Blessings and Honor ................................................................................................... 35
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Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of Wisdom: The Lamb of God .................................................. 36
CELEBRATION OF JUBILEE – DAY 50 .............................................................................................. 37
Day 50: God’s Year to Act! ...................................................................................................................... 37
Going Deeper .......................................................................................................................................... 37
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A Message from Bishop Eddie L. Long We are in the Year of Jubilee! It is our Year of Freedom!! We have
entered into a “set time” with God when we can expect
unprecedented grace and favor.
God’s desire is for the earth to be restored to its original intent. That
is why He sent Jesus who came to restore that which was lost. We
celebrate Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection, but please remember
that when He ascended, Jesus gave power and authority to the
Church. Now we have the ability to be “restorers” to bring order
through our God-given dominion.
During the 50 days following Jesus’ resurrection, His followers journeyed on The Road to
Pentecost. They joined together in unity in the Upper Room. In the power of the Holy Spirit,
they reclaimed the order of God in the midst of chaotic times. People of all nationalities would
feel the impact of their decision to set themselves apart with the Lord, consecrate themselves
for His service, and expect the manifestation of His might.
Likewise, it is of great importance that we take time to corporately agree with fasting and
prayer as we stand together in this season. We must come together in agreement, ready to
move with the Lord in His power as He shifts the nations and establishes Kingdom order in the
earth. It is not by might nor by power that these things will happen—but by the Spirit of the
Lord.
As we pray together over these next fifty days, expect the Spirit of the Lord to shift you into
deeper relationship with Him, shift your priorities, shift your thoughts, words, actions and
habits. Expect your purpose to become clearer and look for new opportunities to fulfill your
Kingdom assignment. The impact of the modern church hinges on our ability to be relevant, so
be intentional about these areas of focus:
Invasion: Enter the world’s conversation.
Infiltration: Be a part of the culture.
Institution: Develop systems that bring change, development and discipleship.
My prayer for each of you is that you move closer to God as we journey together over the next
50 days. Be blessed in the Lord and remember that your next—is now!
Amazed by His grace,
Bishop Eddie L. Long
And He said to them, "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.” Mark 16:15
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The Road to Pentecost Guide
The Year of Jubilee
Every seventh year was a "Sabbatical Year" for the nation, when the land was allowed to rest; and every
fiftieth year (after seven Sabbaticals) was set apart as the "Year of Jubilee."
This year we have identified a focus for each week during our Journey to Pentecost. And since this is the
year of Jubilee, all of our focus is on God restoring to His people—what the enemy has tried to deny:
Restoration of our Kingdom Authority and Power – Days 1-7 (March 27 – April 2, 2016)
Restoration of our Kingdom Influence – Days 8-14 (April 3 – 9, 2016)
Restoration of our Families – Days 15-21 (April 10 – 16, 2016)
Restoration of our Health – Days 22-28 (April 17 – 23, 2016)
Restoration of our Wealth – Days 29-35 (April 24 – 30, 2016)
Restoration of our Innovative Ideas and Creativity – Days 36-42 (May 1 – 7, 2016)
Restoration of our Godly Wisdom – Days 43-49 (May 8 – 14, 2016)
Celebration of Jubilee – Day 50 (May 15, 2016)
Our focus will allow us to operate corporately, unified in our supplications to the Lord. In this
Consecration Guide, on each day there are specific biblical verses and meditational thoughts that are
presented for your times of meditation.
Also, at the end of each week, there is an opportunity to study further in each of the areas that are
identified. We encourage you to embrace these elements as tools to take you deeper into the Word and
the Will of God during your personal journey.
At the end of our journey, we will all celebrate the greatness that is our God and all that He has restored
to us during this time of consecration. Please, take this time to get all that God has for you along this
Road to Pentecost.
Fasting Instructions
The Road to Pentecost requires a time of focus and along with prayer and meditating on God’s
Word. To aid our focus and consecration, we will have periods of fasting as noted below:
Week 1-2: 14 days – Positive Words Fast – no negative words
Week 3-4: 14 days – Media/Social Media Fast – limit media and social media
Week 5-6: 14 days – Daniel Fast – avoid meats and sweets
Week 7: 8 days – Partial Fast – no food from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eat one meal after 6:00 p.m.
Meditational Music Please click or enter the following link for meditational music during this time of consecration:
https://open.spotify.com/user/12133788852/playlist/7CaT42vYOt0dksrD5z7lhd
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Week 1: Restoration of Our Kingdom Authority & Power–Days 1-7 March 27 – April 2, 2016
Day 1: His Image Fits! In order to understand the Kingdom Authority and Power we have, we must first understand who we really are. Often, whether with family or in the marketplace—or even based on what is being presented in the media or on television; we find ourselves laboring to discover who we are. It is easy to rely on those images to conclude that those images are us. No, instead, our true identity and position is clarified through Genesis 1:26. That is, we were made in the image of God and our likeness resembles Him. And, because we were made in His image; our position is with Him: we have dominion! What a simplistic and amazing truth! God created us to be uniquely powerful in a likeness that He created. DECLARATION: We declare we are identified with Christ. We are created in His Image and Likeness and walk in His Dominion! Truly His Image Fits!
Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.
Genesis 1:26 NKJV
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Day 2: Raised With His Power Now that we understand who we are, now it’s
time to understand the ability God has given us.
We were raised to fulfill a greater purpose in our
lives. And, no matter what the past was, or even
what it may look like at this very moment; it still
does not compare to the definite greater
purpose God has for us. Restoring our Kingdom
Authority and Power means demonstrating His
Power in us! He raised us with His Power to fulfill His Purpose. And, when we do this, all who witness
will only see Him. It is the Lord that will be declared in the earth when they see Power and Purpose in
action in us. Indeed, we were raised to declare the Kingdom Authority and Power in every area of our
lives. PRAYER: Father, we thank You for raising us with Your Power and Purpose to demonstrate and
fulfill in the earth. We thank You so much for your power. In Jesus Name we pray, Amen!
Day 3: An Authorized Fight Our Kingdom Power and Authority gives us the
ability to fight off everything the enemy tries to
do to us. We may never have to fight off any
actual serpents or scorpions but, the serpent is
revealed as one who exploits or betrays trust
and has a poisonous sting. Either one of these
instances in any form will come to fight us, to get
us off focus and utterly try to destroy us–but
they can’t! Why? Because we have authority over them that we must not take lightly. It’s not a small
thing–rather, it is a fact through His Word. At times, we wonder why God would authorize the fight to
take place. But God wants to remind us of the power we already have. No matter how intense the
fight is, it shall not affect us–because WE WIN EVERYTIME! DECLARATION: We declare and decree we
are winners through every fight–In Jesus Name!!!
Day 4: Be, Fill and Do! Through His Word, God gives clear instructions
for how we are to walk in our Kingdom Authority
and Power. Although, we know there are times
when we become stagnant and get caught up
with where to begin, instead of just stepping out
in faith, the text says we are to be fruitful and
multiply. Just imagine, if we produce love and
then multiply more love or produce a consistent
prayer life and multiply with others to pray more–how awesome is that! And the list is endless. Next,
we are to fill the earth and have dominion. Let’s fill the earth with grace, mercy and peace. But, check
this out, we are to have Dominion. Notice the first two letters of this word is Do. One of the word
meanings for Dominion is Authority! Praise God!!! PRAYER: Father, we Thank You for clarifying with
us our role in our Kingdom Authority and Power. We will BE, FILL and DO in Jesus Name! Amen!
But indeed for this purpose I have raised you up,
that I may show My power in you, and that My
name may be declared in all the earth.
Exodus 9:16 NKJV
Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you.
Luke 10:19 NKJV
Then God blessed them, and God said to them, "Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it; have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over every living thing that moves on the earth."
Genesis 1:28 NKJV
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Day 5: Now Really…Who IS? Sometimes while we are in a moment of
meditation there are other influences that try to
get our attention and even make us think they
are too big to be handled. Our scripture for
today reminds us that God is, He is our Rock,
Strength, Power and it is He who makes our way
perfect. God makes our feet like the feet of deer.
Why deer feet? Because, deer have great leaping
ability, being able to jump 8 feet into the air! And just like the feet of deer can be set on high places:
SO IT IS FOR US!!! So, let’s ask ourselves who is greater than the Kingdom, Authority and Power we
already have? Now Really…Who IS? No one but GOD! DECLARATION: We declare and decree that we
have great leaping ability over every obstacle that tries to distract our time with you. We declare and
decree that we are focused on our high place of Kingdom Authority and Power! AND IT IS SO!
Day 6: Don’t Bring It Up… ANYMORE! Our Kingdom Authority and Power is restored!
Now is not the time to give the accuser any
opportunity to play with our thoughts or
emotions. We say enough is ENOUGH! Our text
reminds us that as a result of Salvation, the
Power and the Kingdom Authority we possess,
we can no longer be accused by the enemy.
Even the things the enemy keeps trying to bring
up—it’s cast out in Jesus Name! Those things have no substance and have nothing to do with our now!
It is done! PRAYER: Father, we bless and honor you and with our voice in this very moment we say
we will not bring up anything that tries to derail our birthright to walk In Kingdom Authority and
Power!!! Today and every day we know without hesitation it has been cast out of our mind and heart!
We are free because you already freed us! In Jesus Name–Amen!
Day 7: IT IS SO!!! Our Kingdom Authority and Power gives us the
right to speak it, say it and proclaim it. Now it is
time to manifest what we know, what we have
learned during our communing time with Him.
We must be consistent in our posture to speak
of His Glory, His Power, His works in our lives
and His Majesty! His Authority not only endures
for us but also the generations now and
thereafter. DECLARATION: We declare and decree this is a set time of being on this Road to Pentecost.
We thank You Lord for your teaching and redemptive revelation of the Kingdom Authority and Power
we have. We declare and decree we will stay in this proper place and not be caught up, confused or
disjointed by what You who are Sovereign already proclaimed in our lives. We just don’t own, but we
possess the Kingdom Authority and Power to stay in Your Image and Likeness, to take Authority, be
the Winner and to live out Your Purposes with Power. IT IS SO! In Jesus Name! Amen!
For who is God, except the LORD? And who is a rock, except our God? God is my strength and power, And He makes my way perfect. He makes my feet like the feet of deer, And sets me on my high places.
2 Samuel 22:32-34
…I heard a strong (loud) voice in heaven, saying, Now it has come the salvation and the power and the kingdom (the dominion, the reign) of our God, and the power (the sovereignty, the authority) of His Christ (the Messiah); for the accuser of our brethren, he who keeps bringing before our God charges against them day and night, has been cast out!
Revelation 12:10 AMP
In the beginning God created the heavens and
the earth. The earth was without form, and
void; and darkness was on the face of the deep.
And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face
of the waters.
Psalm 145 11-13 AMP
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Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of Our Kingdom Authority and Power Although we have a plan to read verses on specific days to encourage us in our process to restore the
Kingdom Authority and Power God has given us, now we will take a deeper look into the Word of God.
Interestingly, this period of meditation and reflection is not only pushing us to saturate ourselves but also
to become wiser in representing our lives in this manner. As we read the additional scriptures listed
below, note the points on: “What Kingdom, Authority and Power is—and what it is not” and what it means
for us to operate in Kingdom Authority and Power?” It’s ALL in His Word. So…Let’s Go Deeper!
Day 1: What is Kingdom Authority and Power? Romans 14:17 (NKJV) - For the Kingdom of God is not
eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. Please note the text states
the kingdom of God is not an outward thing but rather an inward factor. The Kingdom of God is a
conscious decision that requires us to demonstrate righteousness, peace and joy. When we operate in
righteousness, peace and joy we are representing Kingdom Authority and Power.
Day 2: 1 Corinthians 4:20 (NKJV) - For the kingdom of God is not in word but in power. When we look at
the definition for the word power, we will find the following: the ability to do something or act in a
particular way, especially as a faculty of quality. Here are other words in conjunction with power: ability,
capacity, capability, potential, faculty and competence (notice the intense tone in each of these words).
Our Kingdom Authority and Power is not mere words – its power. And that power means everything in our
lives we have the ability, capacity, potential, faculty and competence to succeed in, to conquer and
complete.
Day 3: 2 Peter 1:3 (NKJV) - as His divine power has given to us all things that pertain to life and
godliness, through the knowledge of Him who called us by glory and virtue. Because He gave us His
divine power we have all things that are connected to life, godliness and knowledge of who He is.
Day 4: What Kingdom Authority and Power is not! Luke 17:21(NKJV) - The kingdom of God does not
come with observation; nor will they say, ‘See here!’ or ‘See there!’ For indeed, the kingdom of God is
within you. Our Kingdom Authority and Power is not something we can see or locate for directional
purposes. Instead, it’s inside of us! All we have to do is look…inside of ourselves. Now, that’s Kingdom
Authority and Power!
Day 5: Restoring Our Kingdom Authority and Power means we possess certain abilities: Matthew 12:28
(NKJV) -But if I cast out demons by the Spirit of God, surely the kingdom of God has come upon you.
Surely, we possess the ability to cast out demons and surely when we do…the kingdom of God has come
upon us.
Day 6: Matthew 6:13 (NKJV) And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For
Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Restoring our Kingdom Authority and
Power is not going to come without a fight, some pressure and distractions. The evil one wants us to stay
stuck and will do everything possible to ensure we are stuck. We have to fight. The Greater One inside of
us who is fighting for us and with us is all we need! And guess what?!? YES...WE WIN!!!
Day 7: The Restoration of Our Kingdom Authority and Power Means We First Take Action Matthew
6:33 (NKJV) - But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be
added to you. First things first is the seeking of the kingdom of God. In order for us to become people of
action; we have to become people who seek the kingdom of God first. Today and everyday let’s arise and
live the manifestation of this scripture.
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Week 2: Restoration of our Kingdom Influence – Days 8-14 April 3 – 9, 2016
Day 8: The Kingdom Proclaimed Do you struggle at times with what to say and how to say it? St. Francis of Assissi said, “Wherever you go, preach Christ, and if necessary, use words.” This reminds us that in just showing up, true followers of Christ demonstrate His character and have a positive impact in spheres of influence. Increasingly today, one must also speak up and declare. Obediently show up and speak up, as the Holy Spirit directs. Having the mind of Christ means asking, receiving and declaring what “the Father says.” Paul influenced attitudes and behaviors of Corinthian believers by resolving to “make a display of the knowledge of nothing except Jesus Christ and Him crucified . . .” (I Corinthians 2:2). Paul spoke Godly wisdom as set forth by the power of the Holy Spirit, “not the wisdom of this age.” Declare God’s wisdom; His Word only will accomplish all that He has spoken! DECLARATION: Father, we receive the mind of Christ and declare Your words over our lives, as Your Holy Spirit leads us into all truth—for your glory!
“Now we have received, not the spirit of the
world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we
might know the things that have been freely
given to us by God. These things we also
speak…”
I Corinthians 2:12-13a NKJV
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Day 9: Personal Witness-Public Impact A postage stamp affixed to an envelope may
seem small in size, but carries great significance,
for without its presence and position the sealed
message cannot reach its destination.
Undoubtedly, the Samaritan woman could
never have imagined the impact of her personal
testimony. Meeting Jesus at Jacob’s well and
being set free sent her running to the village to
bear witness to the Truth. Like her, when the Lord reveals Himself and delivers us from a life of sin, we
too must surrender all, “go, and tell” the good news wherever God sends us. Our “stamped” life then
serves as a “living epistle” to win many to Christ! PRAYER: Abba, Father, Thank You for drawing us
to Your well of Living Water—which we have freely received, we freely give…in Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Day 10: On Wings of Prayer Science’s “Butterfly Principle” says, in essence, a
butterfly flapping its wings on the African
Continent eventually affects weather on
California’s coast—thousands of miles away.
Similarly, prayers of the righteous are never
stuck; our “wings” not only affect earth’s realm
but also the heavenlies—two dimensions! As
“salt of the earth” and “light of the world,” our
prayers are relevant to earthly matters, for it takes heaven to bring all into order. Bishop Long has
declared, “God says, ‘There are certain situations I have made judgment on, that I will hear your plea.’”
That is kingdom influence! Our prayers influence the lives of those near and far—and generations yet
to come. Take time to intercede for individuals…families…also for nations. Flap your “prayer wings”
and expect favor with God and man! From our prayer closet, we affect the world for the kingdom!
PRAYER: Father, Thank You for the powerful gift of prayer. We take to “wings of prayer” according
to Your will, and mountains move! Amen.
Day 11: In Jesus’ Name Societal and workplace “name dropping” is
common among those seeking to rise to the top,
gain wealth, or exert power without paying the
price. This is not so in the Kingdom! As
bondservants of God, we have been “raised up
with Christ,” seated with Him on high, at the
right hand of God. We seek the things
above…“See things from His perspective and pursue those things over which Christ presides” (Colossians
3:1, 2 MSG). True and lasting influence comes from how we demonstrate the power of Jesus’ name
in Earth. Whether with family, on the job, in school or worship, every relationship thrives from being
our authentic selves in service to Christ: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working
for the Lord, not for human masters…It is the Lord Christ you are serving” (Colossians 3:23a, 24 NIV).
PRAYER: Father, Thank You for Jesus who already paid the price and You have given Him a Name
above all names. We lift it up!
“Many of the Samaritans from that village
committed themselves to him because of the
woman’s witness: ‘He knew all about the things I
did. He knows me inside and out!’”.
John 4:39 MSG
“Let me tell you why you are here. You’re here
to be salt-seasoning that brings out the God-
flavors of this earth. If you lost your saltiness,
how will people taste godliness? You’ve lost
your usefulness and will end up in the garbage”.
Matthew 5:13-15 MSG
“Whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord
and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you
will receive the reward of the inheritance; for
you serve the Lord Christ.”
Colossians 3:23-24 NKJV
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Day 12: No Limits, No Boundaries! Glory to God; true authority is ours to speak His
word! Signs, wonders, and miracles manifest
daily in the earth. Testimonies abound—
evidence of prayers of faith and declarations
made in Jesus’ Name. The centurion knew his
influence was limited but recognized the
unlimited influence of the Word of God! No
boundaries can restrict the Living Word going
forth, by faith, from the believer’s mouth. “[God] sent His word and healed them, And delivered them
from their destructions” (Psalm 107:20). Watch and pray. Seek God’s will and act. Declare His Word
over all the earth: over war-torn areas, natural disasters, persecutions, illnesses, and poverty. Set no
limits on where to send The Word: “The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament shows
and proclaims His handiwork” (Psalm 19:1). Saints of God must do no less! DECLARATION: Father, in
the Name of Jesus, we declare righteousness, peace and joy in the lives of Your people—near and
far!
Day 13: Water For the City A “death sentence” spoken to King Hezekiah
who lay on his sick bed caused him to “turn
about.” He wept bitterly before God for mercy
and reminded God of his years of faithful
service. Never underestimate the power of
prayer. Never underestimate the power of
God! God saw His servant’s heart, heard his cry,
and remembered His covenant—and turned it
around! Fifteen added years in the king’s life influenced life in an entire city: “Now the rest of the acts
. . . he made a pool and a tunnel and brought water into the city…?” (II Kings 20:20 NKJV). “The prayer
of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with” (James 5:16b MSG). When
God allows you to redeem time, it is to bless others, for His Name sake. Rejoice! DECLARATION:
Father, we will walk as wise servants redeeming the time, for the days are evil. In Jesus’ Name…
“The centurion answered and said, ‘Lord, I am not
worthy that You should come under my roof. But
only speak a word, and my servant will be healed”.
Matthew 8:8 NKJV
“Go back to Hezekiah…Tell him, ‘This is what the
LORD, the God of your ancestor David, says: I have
heard your prayer and seen your tears. I will
heal…restore…rescue…defend this city for my own
honor and for the sake of my servant David’”.
II Kings 20:5-6 NLT
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Day 14: Be Fruitful and Multiply! “Any family that does not bear fruit and multiply
will eventually disinherit themselves…no matter
who they are!” God blessed all that He created
to be fruitful and multiply, i.e., tree, fowl, fish—
all! Humans are born to multiply, thrive, subdue
and have dominion over everything—excluding
one another! Male, female alike, we are to lead
in our sphere of influence, family being the
greatest. We are to bear biological and spiritual children, think “generationally” and train them in the
“fear and admonition of the Lord.” God promised to make Abraham “exceedingly fruitful” among the
nations . . . “to be God to [him] and [his] descendants . . .” Pray for spiritual wisdom and revelation to
“tend your garden” . . . to know “the riches of the glory of His inheritance...” Generational blessings or
influences are born from obedience to God’s Word. DECLARATION: Father, in the Name of Jesus, Your
children will produce Godly seed in the earth, giving You glory, from generation to generation.
Amen.
“Then God blessed them, and God said to them,
‘Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and
subdue it; have dominion . . .’”
Genesis 1:28a NKJV
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Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of Our Kingdom Influence
“In the former account [which I prepared], O Theophilus, I made [a continuous report] dealing
with all the things which Jesus began to do and to teach. Until the day when He ascended,
after He through the Holy Spirit had instructed and commanded the apostles (special
messengers) whom He had chosen. To them also He showed Himself alive after His passion
(His suffering in the garden and on the cross) by [a series of] many convincing demonstrations
[unquestionable evidences and infallible proofs], appearing to them during forty days and
talking [to them] about the things of the kingdom of God” (Acts 1:1-3 AMP).
Jesus is alive, and He continues to reveal Himself through infallible proofs to us today! We
are His “world changers”; unlimited kingdom influence is ours, in the power of His Name. On
the Road to Pentecost, go deeper to discover ways the Holy Spirit shows us how to witness
of our Risen Savior and Lord.
Take the opportunity each day to search the scriptures for nuggets of wisdom to make your own!
Day 8: Matthew 10:19, 20; Mark 16:17
Day 9: Luke 9:52; John 4:29
Day 10: Proverbs 4:18; Ecclesiastes 10:20
Day 11: Acts 20:32; Ephesians 6:5-7
Day 12: Acts 13:12; Titus 2:1, 7-8
Day 13: Matthew 3:6; John 9:31; Acts 19:18
Day 14: II Timothy 3:14-15; Psalm 78:4
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Week 3: Restoration of our Families – Days 15-21 April 10 – 16, 2016
Day 15: Original Intent In our journey on The Road to Pentecost, we are declaring a restoration of the family. We look to God, our creator and reexamine the original intent of God in placing the family upon the earth. God spoke to Adam and Eve and told them to be fruitful and multiply, fill the earth and subdue it and have dominion. God also told Abram that through him all the families of the earth shall be blessed. God has laid out what each family should accomplish in the earth. We must ask ourselves as the family, are we ruling, subduing and having dominion in the world? DECLARATION: We declare a return of our families back into God’s Divine order. We call the family back into solid units according to Your original intent for our family. We speak a return to strong families. We speak a divine turnaround in the dismantling of the family and the attack on the family, in the Mighty Name of Jesus.
…a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.
Genesis 2:24 NKJV
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Day 16: A Message to Fathers God blessed Abraham because he obeyed
God’s commandments. There is no way to get
around this fact. God blesses obedience! God
desires to pour into those who are thirsty for
His Presence. Do you want to see your family
flourish in the midst of this harsh world? As
you increase your time speaking with God, He
will reveal the mysteries and destinies that lie
within YOUR bloodline. God will pour His Spirit on your descendants, and His blessing on your
offspring. God has a great desire to bless the family as a whole and pass down gifts and talents to each
generation through the teaching and influence of the father. DECLARATION: We declare each father
has a greater thirst for God, greater hearing and eyesight for the things of God for his family, and
long life because he obeys God’s commands. In the Precious Name of Jesus.
Day 17: A Message to Mothers A mother’s love goes the distance with her
family. The love of a mother transforms the
family and is powerful in being the “spiritual
glue” that holds the family together. A
praying mother is like a rare jewel keeping
Heaven’s blessings flowing into the family.
Trust, spiritual growth, good fruit, peace and
order in the home are just some of the
benefits of a mother who is rooted and grounded in God. We will see the Mighty Hand of the Lord
move on our behalf to restore the family. We stay in position as the under-girder of our husband and
children until God totally transforms the family. DECLARATION: We are taught from our youth to
declare Your wondrous deeds. When we are old and gray, we continue to declare your strength to
this generation and your power to all who come. We see our family restored and walking in victory.
In the Awesome Name of Jesus.
Day 18: A Message to Children God loves children. We love our children as
parents. God tells us that children are a gift
(heritage or inheritance) from the Lord, the
fruit of the womb—a reward! And if we obey
His commands, He will bless the offspring of
our womb. To get that blessing, God tells us
to train up a child in the way he should go, and
even when he is old he will not depart from it
(God’s training and His path). All throughout the Bible, God reminds us to teach our children God’s laws
and commandments. DECLARATION: We reverse disrespect from children to their parents. We speak
that our children prosper in the Lord, for they walk with God and speak with God. We return to
training up our children in the fear of the Lord with great miracles to follow. We declare that our
children have a greater understanding of the Lord. We declare that our children do great exploits
and walk in power. In the Wonderful Name of Jesus!
…that you may fear the Lord your God, to keep all His
statutes and His commandments which I commanded
you, and your son and your grandson, all the days of
your life, and that your days may be prolonged.
Deuteronomy 6:2 NKJV
Give ear, O my people, to my law; incline your
ears to the words of My mouth…we will not hide
the word from their children, telling the
generation to come the praises, strength and
wonderful works that the Lord has done.
Psalm 78: 1, 4 NKJV
Assemble the people to Me, that I may let them hear
My words so they may learn to fear (reverence) Me
all the days they live on the earth, and that they may
teach their children.
Deuteronomy 4:10b NKJV
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Day 19: Spiritual Calling The Lord declares that one generation shall
praise Thy works to another, and shall declare
Thy mighty acts. God has revealed the
importance of equipping the next generation of
the body of Christ. We often overlook the fact
that the generations to come are called by
God—just as we received our calling from God!
Let us not fail to train up our sons and
daughters in the governmental order of God as apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers.
DECLARATION: Lord, we look at our children with Your eyes of understanding. Lord help us to see
clearly who You have called our children to be. Lord, God show us the gifting in our children as the
next generation of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers, whether they be 7 months,
7 years, or 17 years of age. We declare a strengthening of our family because we teach and train our
children. In the Glorious Name of Jesus!
Day 20: Community As God restores the importance of the family
unit, the book of Numbers describes God as
asking Moses to number the males above 20
years old for an army. Each of the 12 tribes
consisted of families which had grown, into at
least 30,000 males, making up the
community. God is showing us His order for
the family because He gave the heads of
families the responsibility for handling the affairs of the community. God is showing us how order in
the family is powerful for advancing the Kingdom in the earth. As the family is solid and strong, our
communities are solid and stronger. DECLARATION: We understand the position, task and function
of the family. Our communities are intact, we are of one mind and we are united in the purpose of
God. Order, strength and vision are restored to the family. In the Powerful Name of Jesus.
Day 21: Return to God As fathers, mothers, and children we declare
a return to God’s purpose for how we are to
behave and relate to each other. We desire to
worship before our Holy God in Spirit and in
Truth. God is restoring the family unit,
therefore, we call our families back into God’s
divine order with the message of love and
hope. What does this look like? We establish
family prayer times, Bible study and vision setting for each family member. No one moves forward not
knowing what their purpose and destiny is on earth. God desires to make us into a mighty nation of
believers. DECLARATION: We call our fathers back into order as the head of families; we call our sons
and daughters back into God’s destiny for their lives. We do not forget the next generation, training
them up at a young age. We speak that our children are no longer wandering, lost without direction,
or the will to live. Lord, our communities are thriving! We thank God for the restoration of the family!
All the ends of the world shall remember and turn
to the Lord. And all the families of the nations shall
worship before You. For the kingdom is the Lord’s,
and He rules over the nations.
Psalm 22:27 NKJV
And He gave some as apostles, prophets, and some
as evangelists, and pastors, and teachers, for the
equipping of the saints for the work of service, to
the building up of the body of Christ.
Ephesians 4:11-12 NKJV
Take a census of all the congregation of the
children of Israel, by their families, by their
fathers’ houses…every male individually…all who
are able to go to war in Israel.
Numbers 1:2-3 NKJV
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Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of our Families
Are you prepared to see what God is doing in marriages? Get your eyes ready to see what a family
intact, unified, and called to their purpose, looks like. We are about to see young people restored to
their families. The prodigals are returning anointed and knowing their purpose. After the word of
God, the family is the foundation of the community and the church solidifies the community. As a
whole, the family unit makes strong churches. The churches unify having one mind to usher in God’s
Kingdom dominion here on earth. We are the living examples of the Word of God made in flesh
form.
God is advancing His Kingdom and this is good news. The following background scriptures are listed
for the family to declare together. The declaration of God’s Word gives us one mind, one vision and
causes us to create Glory. We are creating a mighty shift in the atmosphere over our families, homes
and then the communities we represent. This shift brings about revival and causes the angelic host to
move as God’s Word is released. Finally, in declaring the Word, the family is positioned into correct
alignment to receive the assignments, tasks, and ministry that God has preordained. The family
operates with clarity, and assurance as the Kingdom of God is being ushered into the earth realm.
Deuteronomy 11:8 declares that we shall keep every commandment which I command you today, that
you may be strong, and go in and possess the land which you cross over to possess. Let us meditate on
the words that we may be strong and go in and possess the land. We see the importance of each
person, knowing their role in the family, becoming trained and fully equipped. This is our time to
regroup, to be strengthened to rule, reign, subdue and have dominion.
Take the opportunity each day to search the scriptures for nuggets of wisdom to make your own!
Day 15: Genesis 2 (emphasis vs. 21-25); 12:2-3; 1:2, 28; Leviticus 18:22, 24
Day 16: Deuteronomy 6:1-2; Genesis 26:4-5; Isaiah 44:3; Colossians 3:19, 21; Joel 2:28
Day 17: Psalm 78; Proverbs 31:10-31; Titus 2:4-5; Psalm 71:17-19; Colossians 3:18
Day 18: Deuteronomy 4:9-10; 11:19; 28:4a; Proverbs 22:6; Psalm 127:3; Colossians 3:20
Day 19: Ephesians 4: 11-12; Psalm 145:4; 66:1-5; Acts 21:9; Joel 2:28
Day 20: Numbers 1; Jeremiah 31:1; 30:22; Genesis 17:7; Psalm 133:1
Day 21: Psalm 22:22-31; 135:19-21; 118:1-4; 115:9-15
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Week 4: Restoration of our Health – Days 22-28 April 17 – 23, 2016
Day 22: Health is a Covenant Forever Notice in verse 25, “there He made for them a statute and an ordinance,” these words indicate more than a passing promise. This was to be a permanent covenant incorporated into the life of God’s people. There is no record that God ever rescinded this promise. In fact, He put one of His redemptive names, Jehovah Rapha, into this legal agreement; God said, “I am the Lord your Healer.” PRAYER: Almighty Father, You established healing as part of Your covenant to us forever. Father, You sit in complete Authority on your Throne. There is no danger of You falling off; no risk of You walking away; and no threat of You ever being usurped from your Throne. You are The Loving, All Powerful Father. Forgive us of sin and all doubt. We acknowledge You as Jehovah Raphe, The Lord Our Healer, and seek restoration of health and wholeness in the Mighty Name of Jesus.
There He made a statue and an ordinance for
them… I will put none of the diseases on you
which I have brought on the Egyptians. For I am
the Lord who heals you.
Exodus 15:25b, 26a NKJV
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Day 23: Health is My Birthright On Day 9, the Truth of His Word reveals that
healing is our birthright -- given at “birth” (i.e.
when one accepts Jesus as Lord and Savior); is the
“right” or privilege for health restoration.
PRAYER: I plead the Blood of Jesus over my
family and rebuke (i.e. stop) all infirmities,
sicknesses, diseases, curses and bondages
affecting my bloodline. Each are cursed at the
root (i.e. dry up, melt, dissolve) and cast out; never to return in the Mighty and Matchless Name of
Jesus.
Day 24: Health is a Promised Benefit Unfortunately, far too many view Our Father on
His Throne seeking every opportunity to zap us for
mistakes. This could not be further from the
Truth. He knew us before birth and knows every
possible sin, mistake and supposed failure that
can occur. Yet, in love He gave His Only Son who
remains the only way to Our Father. Jesus as “The
Way” enables all to receive forgiveness, mercy
and lovingkindness by grace. Grace is the FREE, unmerited favor that cannot be earned. Simply believe,
then receive grace. Next, replace sin-consciousness with a God-is-Love consciousness. PRAYER: Thank
You Father for Your healing grace. I could never earn it. The Blood, shed on my behalf, remains ever
powerful to redeem, deliver and heal. Help me to focus on Your Truth. Help me to keep Truth in my
heart and speak Truth every day. I acknowledge that whatever I focus on grows bigger. Now, I
choose to focus on Your Truth. I receive the benefit of health restoration for me and my bloodline.
Day 25: Health is Available to All Health restoration (healing) is recorded both in
the Old and New Testament. There is no record
or even a suggested sentiment that Christ ever
refused to heal anyone. He healed all who
“came” or who were “brought” to Him. PRAYER:
In faith, I thank You Father for the complete
restoration of “(speak the person’s name)”. I
stand on your Word that demonstrates Your love, power and authority to restore health and
wholeness. Because of Jesus, I remain victorious over all the schemes of the enemy. Premature death
is canceled and I proclaim your glory, goodness and restoration in this year of rest, freedom and
Jubilee.
That you may love the Lord your God, that you may
obey His voice, and that you may cling to Him, for
He is your life, and the length of your days; and that
you may dwell in the land which the Lord swore to
your fathers, to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, to give
them. Deuteronomy 30:20 NKJV
Bless the LORD, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits; Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases, Who redeems your life from destruction, Who crowns you with lovingkindness and tender mercies.
Psalms 103:2-3 NKJV
Now Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in
their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the
kingdom, and healing all kinds of sickness and
all kinds of disease among the people.
Matthew 4:23 NKJV
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Day 26: Health is God’s Will There is no better way to find God’s will regarding
physical healing than by a close study of the ministry
and teachings of the Lord Jesus. Jesus is the
expression of the Father’s will. In His entire life and
ministry He was “The Word,” speaking out the will of
God. He said, “For I came down from heaven, not to
do mine own will, but the will of him that sent me”
(John 6:38). He literally acted out the will of God.
Therefore, when we see Jesus healing the multitudes
who came to Him, we see our Father revealing His will. The healing of the sick was done, then, as a revelation of
God’s will for Man. PRAYER: Thank You Lord for the multiple demonstrations of health restoration by
Jesus. We commit to focus on You, The Lord Who Heals. The veil was rent and Heaven is now open
for us to receive restoration for physical, mental, emotional, financial and spiritual health.
Day 27: Health is Life in the Word God wants to speak (commune) with Himself.
We are made in His image AND the Holy Spirit is
given to dwell within. Why is this important for
health restoration? In John 14:6, we learn that
Jesus is The Way (i.e. path infers action), Truth
(i.e. Word) and Life (i.e. promise). Therefore, to
live life as God promised, our actions must
include His Truth as an essential component of
our day-to-day living. The choice is simple: His Word = Life. In this explosive Information Era, let’s take
advantage of how the Word is readily available on the Web, smart devices as well as a physical Bible;
ensuring that we include the Word as part of daily prayers, thoughts, speech and deeds. PRAYER: Lord,
if my life seems too busy to include time to study the Word daily—then it’s too busy! Just as I feed
my physical body, that will die if not adequately nourished; if my spirit is not nourished, it will weaken
and give out. Please prompt me to nourish my spirit daily to have life more abundantly.
Day 28: Health is Resting in God The last six days on the Road to Pentecost has
laid a solid foundation for health restoration as:
A Covenant Forever (Day 8)
My Birthright (Day 9)
A Promised Benefit (Day 10)
Available to All (Day 11)
God’s Will and Life in the Word (Days 12, 13)
On this seventh day of health restoration, the
focus follows the example of God to rest. I John 5:14-15 reminds us that our assurance for anything
asked comes from being aligned to God’s will. His will is His Word. We have prayed, declared, meditated
on and believed God for restoration of health. Now, faith enables rest! In other words, be anxious for
nothing (Philippians 4:6). Again, worry for “no” thing, including health restoration. To worry means
that trust is lacking. Armor up with the Word, so that “rest” is assured now and in the future.
DECLARATION: God said it! We believe it! That settles it!
And the prayer of faith will save the sick and the
Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins,
he will be forgiven.
James 5:15 NKJV
In the beginning God created the heavens and
the earth. The earth was without form, and
void; and darkness was on the face of the deep.
And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face
of the waters.
Genesis 1:1-2 NKJV
Now this is the confidence that we have in Him
that if we ask anything according to His will, He
hears us. And if we know that He hears us,
whatever we ask, we know that we have the
petitions that we have asked of Him.
I John 5:14-15 NKJV
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Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of Our Health
Among the 27 instances of healings by Christ, there are 7 cases in which a demon was cast out; 11
occasions when friends brought the sufferer; 6 occurrences where the patient made a personal
appeal; and 3 times when Christ performed the healing while at a distance. Here are additional
references to leverage in your study for Health Restoration.
Take the opportunity each day to search the scriptures for nuggets of wisdom to make your own!
Day 22: Old Testament: Psalms 4:20-22; 34:19; 91:9-10; 105:37
Day 23: Old Testament: Isaiah 53:4-5; Jeremiah 33:6; Job 42:10-13
Day 24: New Testament: Matthew 4:13; 8:13-17; 10:1; 12:15; 14:14; 14:34-36; 15:30; 19:2; 21:14
Day 25: New Testament: Luke 6:17-19; 8:43-44; Acts 5:12-16; 14:8-10
Day 26: New Testament: I Corinthians 12:8-10, 28-18; James 5:15
Day 27: Healing Performed Through Apostles: Acts 3:1-10; Acts 6:8
Day 28: Healing Performed Through Apostles: Acts 8:5-8; Acts 19:11-12
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Week 5: Restoration of our Wealth – Days 29-35 April 24 – 30, 2016
Day 29: Love: The True Wealth of GOD The enduring condition of our hearts and minds are often clouded with concern for the accumulation of earthly riches. We are sometimes so jaded by this concern, we don’t realize the only way to establish “true wealth” is by connecting and committing to loving GOD. In Proverbs 8:21, the Bible says: “That I may cause those who love me to inherit wealth, that I may fill their treasuries.” GOD Loves us so much that HE wants us to inherit wealth. The only requirement is to love HIM. If we love HIM, HE has promised us that HE will fill the treasuries of our hearts, our minds, and our spirits with the “true wealth:” HIS fruit called love. PRAYER: Heavenly FATHER, thank YOU for your unyielding love. Help us to love YOU, and understand that “true wealth” comes from YOU. Open our heart, mind, and spirit to receive the fruit of YOUR Love.
My fruit is better than gold, yes, than fine gold,
and my revenue than choice silver. I traverse the
way of righteousness, in the midst of the paths
of justice, that I may cause those who love me
to inherit wealth, that I may fill their treasuries.
Proverbs 8:18-21 NKJV
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Day 30: Life: The Wealth Eternity How would you feel if you were to arrive home
and realize someone had stolen your
possessions, killed your plants, and destroyed all
of your valuables? How would you feel instead,
if you arrived home and the police were there
and stated that someone tried to break in, but
your alarm went off while they were driving
through your neighborhood; leaving your
belongings intact and the culprit is in custody? The enemy came to steal your joy, kill your dreams, and
destroy your faith, but he didn’t know you had a security system called “The Blood.” His attack set off
a spiritual alert, and he was arrested by the angels GOD Placed in charge over you. The best part is he
didn’t know Jesus had already purchased an insurance policy for you called “salvation,” that had an
eternal payoff. All you must do is receive it. DECLARATION: We have an abundant wealth called life—
both here on earth and eternally with my GOD, through Jesus Christ! This wealth we cannot earn,
nor can it be taken from us!
Day 31: Wealth that Honors The Hebrew word “kabad,” means heavy or
burdensome, is used to define “Honor.” The
Bible speaks of two types of Honor: ascribed
honor—based on relationship; and acquired
honor—based on what is earned. Putting all of
these uses together in Proverbs 3:9-10, could be
interpreted as, “It should weigh heavy on your
heart to make all that you have, and the first of
that which is added to you, available to the Lord; measured by your relationship with Him, and what
the Lord has given.” PRAYER: Lord, help us to honor You with all that we have, and all the first of what
You add. So that our vats overflow with the harvest of Your plenty!
Day 32: Wealth Comes From GOD If you wanted to start a business, but you didn’t
have the money to do so; you could go to a
banking institution and ask them. Whether they
gave you the money or not, you chose them
because you knew that they had both the
resources and ability to give you what you
needed. You understood there would be some
credit requirements, but you filled out the
application anyway because you realized that they had the power to write the check. Our Heavenly
FATHER is not a bank for you to get resources, HE is the SOURCE from which the banks get their
resources! So whether or not the bank approves your application, asking GOD acknowledges that you
identify HIM as your SOURCE, and it gives HIM the opportunity to show you what HE is able to do!
DECLARATION: Heavenly Father, YOU are THE SOURCE of my strength, and The Source for all that we
need. We know that wealth comes from YOU! Thank you for making us great and giving us strength!
Honor the Lord with your possessions, and with the
firstfruits of all your increase; so your barns will be
filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with
new wine.
Proverbs 3: 9-10 NKJV
The thief does not come except to steal, and to
kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may
have life, and that they may have it more
abundantly.
John 10:10 NKJV
Both riches and honor come from YOU, and YOU
reign over all. In Your hand is power and might;
in YOUR hand it is to make great and to give
strength to all.
1 Chronicles 29:12 NKJV
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Day 33: Wealth Establishes Covenant The people of GOD were on their way to the
Promised Land. They had seen the wealth of
Egypt, and were about to come into their own.
GOD knew HE had to place some disclaimers
with HIS people so they would not become self-
righteous once they saw what GOD had
prepared for them. In doing so, HE reminded
them that the wealth they were about to come
into was based on the establishment of the covenant that HE made with their fathers. The covenant
GOD made with their fathers was an agreement from GOD to Man. GOD’s reminder of His covenant at
this time was so the people would remember that HE is a GOD of HIS Word; and so they would not
forget HIM and become consumed by the wealth they were about to inherit. PRAYER: Heavenly Father,
as we come into wealth, help us to remember YOU and teach our seed about YOUR Covenant!
Day 34: Power to Get Wealth The Hebrew word for “power” used in the
context of Deuteronomy 8:18 is the word
“koach,” which denotes strength or ability. This
means that you have been given a unique ability
to get wealth, which all seems straight forward.
The alarming thing is the Hebrew word koach
looks and sounds like the English language word
“coach.” The revelation is this, “Wealth is
already placed on earth and you have the ability to obtain it.” But in order for you to do so, you must
keep GOD on your mind—and know that HE Has given you an Earthly Coach, in the Holy Spirit, Who
will lead and direct you on how to obtain it! PRAYER: Thank You GOD for giving us the ability to go
and get wealth. Allow YOUR Holy Spirit to lead us into all truth, and know where to go to obtain this
wealth that YOU have hidden for us all!
Day 35: Time to Enjoy Wealth You had a very successful week in business and
decided to invite some family and friends out to
dinner at a very fancy restaurant. It was a seven
course feast. And just as they were bringing out
the parmesan and shrimp crusted steak with the
lobster side, the fire alarm went off and
everybody was asked to leave the building. Even
though the owner compensated everyone’s
meal—you never got to even take a bite out of the steak! As you work hard to obtain the riches and
wealth that GOD Has given to you, our prayer is that your body remains in good health, and you and
your loved ones will have the time to enjoy it together. DECLARATION: I shall live and not die. I will be
about my FATHER’S Business and accomplish HIS Tasks in good time. I will enjoy all that GOD Has for
me. I will take the time to enjoy the gift that GOD Has given men.
And you shall remember the Lord your GOD, for it is
HE Who gives you the power to get wealth, that HE
May establish His covenant which HE Swore to your
fathers, as it is this day.
Deuteronomy 8:18 NKJV
And you shall remember the Lord your GOD, for
it is HE Who gives you the power to get wealth,
that HE May establish His covenant which HE
Swore to your fathers, as it is this day.
Deuteronomy 8:18 NKJV
As for every man to whom God has given riches
and wealth, and given him power to eat of it, to
receive his heritage and rejoice in his labor-this
is the gift of GOD.
Ecclesiastes 5:19 NKJV
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Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of Our Wealth
When this study began, the immediate thoughts were focused on financial wealth, with money as the
focal point of much of this understanding. Upon completion of the study, it is clear that although
resources are a component of wealth, the condition of our hearts, our minds, and our relationship with
GOD and others—are greater components in obtaining the “true wealth” of abundance. In this we are
to remember GOD as we come into what HE has for us, because just as HE shows us how to obtain, we
must allow our “Coach,” the Holy Spirit, to direct us on how to use it, multiply it, and leave some of it
as an inheritance to our generations to come. As we do so, we must ensure that we don’t just pass
them resources, but teach them how The Lord brought us through, how He kept us, and how they
should respond with each generation, paying it forward.
Take the opportunity each day to search the scriptures for nuggets of wisdom to make your own!
Day 29: Proverb: 8:21; Deuteronomy 7:13-14
Day 30: Proverbs 3:9, Numbers 18:13
Day 31: John 10:10; Malachi 3:10
Day 32: 1 Chronicles 29:12; Ezekiel 34:26
Day 33: Deuteronomy 8:18; Proverbs 24:3
Day 34: Proverbs 10:22; Revelations 3:17-18; Luke 19:8-10
Day 35: Ecclesiastes 5:19; Isaiah 32:15; Psalms 107:35
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Week 6: Restoration of Our Innovative Ideas & Creativity–Days 36-42 May 1 – 7, 2016
Day 36: Jesus, Our Restorer “I am He,” is what Jesus told those who came looking for Him in the garden. But, Who is He? Jesus is many things to many people –Provider, Peace, Truth, Healer, Deliverer, Shepherd and more. Most importantly, Jesus is our Restorer. When man fell – we were separated from the Father and lost many things including true God inspired creativity. Jesus came so that man could be brought back into proper relationship with the Father. Through His sacrificial death and resurrection we received restoration. Jesus didn’t leave us alone. He promised us the gift of the Holy Spirit and told us that we would receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon us. And at Pentecost the Holy Spirit came and He gave us power to truly create again. Jesus is our Restorer. PRAYER: Father, Thank you for sending Jesus –our Restorer –who sacrificed His life so that we would be reconciled back to the Father. Thank You for loving us that much. Help us to walk in this restored new life. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Jesus said to them, “I am He.”
Now when He said to them, “I am He,” they
drew back and fell to the ground.
John 18:5b, 6 NKJV
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Day 37: God, Our Creator “In the beginning God created…,” that’s what
the Bible tells us. God had an idea, a plan that
would bring Him glory. An idea that would
bring forth a man and a woman who would
bless the earth by being fruitful and
multiplying; replenishing the earth; subduing
the earth; and having dominion over the
earth. Do you know the creative power that
God has placed in you? We were created in His image. As born again believers His Holy Spirit lives in us
– and as such the same creative power that was ‘in the beginning’ is in us. Walk in the creative power
of God. PRAYER: Father, Thank you for the gift of the Holy Spirit. Thank You for creative power and
abilities. Thank You for creative ideas that will bring You glory and bless those in the earth. In Jesus’
name. Amen.
Day 38: Jesus, Light of the World The first thing God spoke was, “Let there be
light.” Light illumines, it shines, and it allows
us to see. There are hidden areas of treasure
in us that God’s light needs to shine on so that
we can recognize those many gifts, talents,
novel ideas and inventions that He placed
within us. As you begin to experience
bountiful blessings from your God inspired
innovations, let your light shine before others that they may see your good works and glorify our Father
in Heaven. Walk in the Light of the Lord. PRAYER: Father, Thank you for being our Light and Salvation.
Thank you for your Word being a lamp to our feet and a light to our path. Let Your Light continue to
penetrate the recesses of our heart and lead us into all truth. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Day 39: Jesus, the Bread of Life The Lord’s Prayer teaches us, “Give us this day
our daily bread.” Jesus is the Bread of Life and
each day we should be feeding on His Word.
Through study, prayer and meditation He
provides us with ‘seeds of ideas and
inventions’ that must be planted, fertilized,
cultivated and harvested. The physical bread
we eat didn’t start out as a loaf of bread. It
began as a seed that was planted in the ground that grew, was harvested, processed and prepared.
The same is true for many of the ‘seeds of ideas’ we receive from God. They too must be processed to
come into the fullness of what Christ intended for His glory. PRAYER: Father, Thank you for ‘seeds of
ideas and inventions’ that You have given me. Help me to go through the process of growth and
maturity so that the harvest of ideas may be produced and reaped for Your glory. In Jesus’ name.
Amen.
In the beginning God created the heavens and the
earth. So God created man in His own image; in the
image of God He created him: male and female He
created them.
Genesis 1:1, 27 NKJV
Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying, “I am
the light of the world. He who follows Me shall
not walk in darkness, but have the light of life.”
John 8:12 NKJV
“I am the Bread of Life.” “I am the living bread
which came down from heaven. If anyone eats
of this bread, he will live forever; and the bread
that I shall give is My flesh, which I shall give for
the life of the world.”
John 6:48, 51 NKJV
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Day 40: Jesus, the Resurrection and the
Life You used to dream. You had ideas and visions
but life circumstances caused them to fade
away and die. Jesus is our Resurrection
power. He was raised from the dead and lives.
He desires to restore that which you thought
was lost and hopeless. He is life and He came
that we would have life and life more
abundantly. Trust Him and dream again. PRAYER: Father, thank You for restoring to me the dreams
and ideas that I let die as life got difficult. I am trusting You to watch over Your Word to perform it
in my life. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Day 41: Jesus, the Door Doors give us access to places. Doors are
gateways to opportunities. There are doors
that the Lord has opened to us. These
opportunities may direct us to new
innovations and strategies or provide support
for our creative ideas. We must open the
doors or walk through doors that are already
open; and that takes action. We must have
active faith and go forth. As long as we stand still we do not accomplish anything. Get up and start
moving. Enter through the doors of opportunity and watch God bless you. PRAYER: Father, Thank You
for Jesus being the door by which we can have eternal life. It is in Him that we live, move, and have
our being. We will no longer stand at the door but will walk through the doors because we can do all
things through Christ who strengthens us. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Day 42: Jesus, the True Vine We can do all things through Christ who
strengthens us. We can do nothing without
Christ. He is our source. Without Him we have
no true God-inspired ideas or creativity. With
Him we have all of this and more. We must
abide in Him and His love. He is our life. Love
must be the impetus for all we do – not selfish
ambition or gain. Love is the Father’s will. It is
who He is and it is His desire for who He wants us to be. Let the creativity of God flow through you as
you abide in Him and show His love to the world. PRAYER: Father, help me to abide in You and Your
love. Your love is perfect and casts out fear. You showed us true love by sending Your Son, who is the
Way, the Truth, and the Life. Help us to love like You. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the
life…”
John 11:25a NKJV
“I am the Door.
If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved, and
will go in and out and find pasture.”
Genesis 1:1-2 NKJV
I am the true vine…
I am the vine, you are the branches. He who
abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for
without Me you can do nothing.
John 15:1a, 5 NKJV
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Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of Our Innovative Ideas and Creativity
Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty (freedom).
2 Corinthians 3:17 NKJV
In the beginning, God created…He created in freedom. How do we know this? Everything He spoke
happened! There were no hindrances. Freedom is the atmosphere for creativity. Through praise and
worship, we create an atmosphere of freedom, where the Spirit of God can move freely in our lives.
In this year of Freedom, let’s walk in freedom so that we might create and dream.
Take the opportunity each day to search the scriptures for nuggets of wisdom to make your own!
Day 36: Exodus 3:14-15 –God told Moses, “I AM WHO I AM.” Who is God to you? Who has He been in
your life? Joel 2:21-32 –God is a restorer of the lost years, finances, ideas, health, hope, salvation and
love.
Day 37: Genesis 1-2 – God created by speaking forth. There is creative power in our words. Our words
are spirit and life. As they go forth, things are happening in the atmosphere that we cannot see. Watch
your words and determine that they will be spoken forth for God’s glory.
Day 38: Matthew 5:13-16 –We are the salt of the earth and the light of the world. II Timothy 1:6-7 –Stir
up the gifts that are in you.
Day 39: Matthew 4:1-11 –The Bread of Life declares to the enemy that man doesn’t live by (physical)
bread alone but by the words that proceed from the mouth of God. Jesus is the Word and we must live
by Him.
Day 40: Genesis 37-47 –Joseph was a dreamer. He was excited by what God showed him. Then life
happened. Yet through the circumstances, Joseph held on to the dream until it was manifested.
Day 41: Revelation 4 –There is a door standing open in Heaven for you to walk through. You must come
up higher though to see it and go through it. Come up higher.
Day 42: John 15:1-17 –Abiding in God is a daily walk – one in which the Holy Spirit will lead and guide
us as we willingly obey Him.
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Week 7: Restoration of our Godly Wisdom – Days 43-49 May 8 – 14, 2016
Day 43: Praise God for Wisdom Daniel praises God for the wisdom God had given him. In your meditation time, review Daniel 2:21-22. Daniel is about to interpret King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream (Daniel 2:24-45). God had given Daniel supernatural wisdom (prophecy) to address each part of what the king had dreamed. Daniel’s wisdom came from God, not from man. James 1:5, tells us to ask God for wisdom. “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.” PRAYER: Father God, I ask for wisdom and I am truly thankful to You for answering my prayer. I receive wisdom from You, NOW!
I thank You and praise You, O God of my fathers;
You have given me wisdom and might, And now
made known to me what we asked of You, For
You have made known to us the king’s demand.
Daniel 2:23
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Day 44: The Beginning of Wisdom The fear of the LORD is Godly; it is not of the flesh but
of the Spirit. God does not give us the spirit of fear,
but He gives us a sound mind and love. Fearing God
is obeying God. In our everyday walk, let us fear the
LORD and do His will. Fearing Him begins our
knowledge of Him. Studying His word adds His wealth
and richness to our lives. Fearing the LORD makes it
easy to follow His instruction: Wisdom!
PRAYER: Father God, I declare and decree that I fear You with a holy fear and follow Your instructions.
Thank You for imparting Your wisdom in me in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Day 45: Rewards of Wisdom God rewards the man who is good in His sight with
wisdom, knowledge, and joy; but to the sinner He
gives the work of gathering and collecting so that He
may give to the man who is good before Him. What
comes to mind? Think about the “Parable of the
Talents.” The man who received the one talent said,
“And I was afraid, and went and hid your talent in the
ground. Look, there you have what is yours”
(Matthew 25:25). This man was called wicked because he did not use wisdom, resourcefulness, knowledge
or obedience. The man with the one talent, that he did not invest, was told this: “Therefore take the talent
from him, and give it to him who has ten talents” (Matthew 25:28). God rewarded the man with ten talents
because he used wisdom and doubled his five talents.
PRAYER: LORD God thank You for increase and multiplication; thank You for Your Word, which is truth
and life.
Day 46: Wisdom: The Principal Thing Wisdom is first, foremost and the main thing.
Solomon, the principal author of Proverbs, uses
poetry, parables, short stories, and wise maxims on
how to relate to parents, children, neighbors and
even government. In these verses, a father is
instructing his son to get wisdom, to love her, and
to get understanding. A caring father knows that
his son will need wisdom and knowledge. God is
our caring Father; He knows our need before we
even ask. Ask God for wisdom; there is no age requirement here. Ask, whether you are young or old.
Wisdom is the main thing.
PRAYER: Father God, I thank You NOW for wisdom and understanding and for loving me so much to
give me provision and instruction.
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge,
but fools despise wisdom and instruction.
Proverbs 1:7
For God gives wisdom and knowledge and joy to a
man who is good in His sight; but to the sinner He
gives the work of gathering and collecting, that he
may give to him who is good before God. This also
is vanity and grasping for the wind.
Ecclesiastes 2:26
Get wisdom! Get understanding! Do not forget,
nor turn away from the words of my mouth. Do
not forsake her, and she will preserve you; Love
her, and she will keep you. Wisdom is the principal
thing; Therefore, get wisdom. And in all your
getting, get understanding.
Proverbs 4:5-7
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Day 47: Build on the Rock The Beatitudes are passages of Scriptures in the New
Testament, written in parables that Jesus began to
teach His disciples while He was seated upon a
mountain. Here, in Matthew 7:24, Jesus teaches the
disciples and all believers to build upon a solid
foundation. “Build your house on a rock” is a
metaphor for starting with a firm foundation. Our
relationship with God must be firmly founded up
God’s Word. Our prayer life is purposed in God’s will; Jesus knew His purpose and set out to teach the
same to His disciples then and now. The wise man builds his house upon the rock, not the sand. For upon
the sand, when the rain comes and the wind blows, the house will fall. Yet, when the house is built upon
the rock, it stands. He is a wise man who builds his relationship with God, his marriage, his family, or his
business on the rock.
PRAYER: Father, I decree and declare that I shall build all you give me to do on a solid foundation in
Jesus’ name. Amen!
Day 48: Speech: Seasoned with Salt Apostle Paul teaches the doctrines and the
practicalities of serving one another—like Christ, in
the Book of Colossians. Christian grace is necessary,
when we as loving believers encounter each other as
well as those who are outside the Christian faith.
Truly, we have to lovingly meet others where they
are. Our speech must be seasoned “with salt”; our
speech must be used to build up and not tear down.
What we say to others will ring in their spirit long after we have departed. Walking in wisdom toward one
another means that we can redeem the time knowing what to say and how to say it.
PRAYER: Father God, thank You for giving me the wisdom to speak love and life to others on this journey.
Day 49: Wisdom, Blessings, and Honor The Lamb of God was slain for our redemption that
we may be able to have that connection and
relationship with God. Jesus received riches and
wisdom, and honor and glory. We give thanks for
His great sacrifice for us. He, now, sits at the right
hand of His Father and will come back for a mature
Body, His Bride (the Church), without spot or
wrinkle.
PRAYER: Lord God, You so loved the world that You gave Your only begotten Son to redeem us from
destruction and sin. Now, receive our living bodies as sacrifice, holy unto You, our reasonable service in
Jesus’ name. Amen.
Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine,
and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who
built his house on the rock.
Matthew 7:24
…that I may make it manifest, as I ought to
speak. Walk in wisdom toward those who are
outside, redeeming the time. Let your speech
always be seasoned with salt, that you may
know how you ought to answer each one.
Colossians 4:4-6
Worthy is the Lamb who was slain to receive
power and riches and wisdom. And strength and
honor and glory and blessings! Amen! Blessing
and glory and wisdom, Thanksgiving and honor
and power and might…Revelation 5:12, 7:12
Revelations 5:12, 7:12
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Going Deeper in The Lord’s Restoration of Wisdom: The Lamb of God As Christ’s disciples, it is our duty to disciple others and to go after souls and bring them to our loving God
through the love of Jesus Christ. Since we are heirs and joint heirs with Christ, it is our responsibility to
complete the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20).
Take the opportunity each day to search the scriptures for nuggets of wisdom to make your own!
PRAYER: Our Father, thank You for Your great and awesome sacrifice of Your only begotten Son; thank
You for knowledge and wisdom that we may fully follow Your plan for our lives and help others to see
You and obey You in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Day 43: 1 Corinthians 1:30
Day 44: Proverbs 16:16
Day 45: Isaiah 55:8-9
Day 46: Ephesians 5:15-17
Day 47: Isaiah 28:29
Day 48: 1 Corinthians 13:11
Day 49: Colossians 1:10
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Celebration of Jubilee – Day 50 May 15, 2016
Day 50: God’s Year to Act! It is alarming how the modern day church has
turned its back on the historical Jewish aspects
of our faith. In our desire to separate ourselves
from Jewish traditions in the name of
Christianity—we have lost out on many aspects
of the promises of God. The “Year of Jubilee”
was structured to bring equity back into the
Jewish community. It allowed parity to be re-
established by releasing those who were in
captivity, to be set free; debts to be canceled and property (and people) that were sold to pay off debts
to be returned to the original owners. Now consider the Modern Day church—overcome with debt and
bereft of our heritage because it has been sold off as well.
Perhaps, for all that we have gained, we have lost so much more! When Christ came, He came not to
cast down the Law, rather He came that the Law would be made complete in Him. In that, perhaps this
is where we “threw out the baby…” so to speak! In Christ, we are reminded that even in spite of how
He was treated—that is, by those who accepted Him as well as those who rejected Him, He came with
the Spirit of the Lord upon Him.
In His coming, He positioned His arrival as the Savior: as the Jubilee for all mankind. That is, in Him, we
would be pardoned from death; we would once again be able to see the Hand of God moving in the
Earth; and all those who have been “battered and burdened,” would be set free. But He didn’t end His
thought there—and He could have, and we would have been satisfied. So even greater He
acknowledged that this was “God’s Year to Act!”
Most of us are of course familiar with the more familiar reading, “To Proclaim The Acceptable Year of
the Lord.” It is poetic; it flows from our mouths—but we don’t walk away with the same understanding
as we do when we read, “God’s Year to Act!” That interpretation leaves us with a greater level of
expectancy; a greater level of hope; a greater expectation of God showing up in our situation.
That is why it is critical today to embrace this year of Jubilee, so that we can once again lay hold to that
which God has given us. So no matter where you find yourself today we encourage you to stay
attentive! Keep your eyes open—and your ears alert; because just when you think all is lost, God will
act—on your behalf!
Going Deeper
Day 50: Leviticus 25:1-34; Deuteronomy 15:1-17
God's Spirit is on me; he's chosen me to preach
the Message of good news to the poor, Sent me
to announce pardon to prisoners and recovery
of sight to the blind, To set the burdened and
battered free, to announce, "This is God's year
to act!"
Luke 4:18-19 The Message Bible