SEEING GOD

My husband John saw the face of God…

I see God and have a personal relationship with Him.

I say this very humbly. Personally I can’t imagine a life without a higher power. Sometimes life just really stinks and it is good to know that God never did intend any of this and that He still has a plan. God does not want to elude us but show us He is real.

Even when we know and love God no matter how much we do what is most important to Him is that we see Him-have a personal relationship with Him.

I have had a ‘crisis of faith’ several times and had to cry out “Lord where are You?” “Do you even exist?” “Can you see what is happening?” “Can you help me?”

Those are serious times.

They do change, because God is real and the result is that again; I see God, feel God and hear God often. I have told Him at times it is too much and He hears me. I have asked for miracles at times and God alone was the only one capable of ‘fixing’ things. Like when a collector called me about a bill I had owed for quite some time and left me with these words…’now that I know what’s going on don’t worry about it, God bless you.’ Cool!

You know I saw this footage recently of a guy who had a near death experience and he said that when he found himself in heaven he found out that God and Jesus are two separate beings. So is the Holy Spirit a third and separate entity.

I think that is what I feel-the Holy Spirit-but He is God too.

I see the Father God in creation everyday and the lives of others and the favor people show me for no reason atall’. The Word confirms this in Romans 1:20 “For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen”.

And, I do hear His voice-not all the time but I do, and when I listen is the key.

And when I gave my life to Jesus-I knew beyond all doubt that I found the answer. What Jesus had to go through is the only thing that explains the pain we all endure and how to make it to a place where there are no more tears-heaven.

He is the one true Knight in Shining Armor for me. Without Him-I would feel lost.

My husband saw God. One night upon waking up as a younger man my husband saw the massive face of God at the foot of his bed. Yea it scared him. But he knew then, while living in his lifestyle of a rocker-my husband knew then that God had a call on his life and one day he would take a stand for the living God.

What I really love about where my husband has been is he never judges anyone. He says that ‘my Bible says that anyone who calls upon the name of Jesus will be saved’. John is a doctorate of Divinity now but he continues to keep the message of Grace simple and it is there for everyone. John holds on to the fact that God does want to and can save anyone and everyone. The evidence for that is in the Word Romans 1:16 ‘For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes’.

I was in the middle of a spreecast teaching from a powerful anointed prophet when a demon possessed visitor arrived and proclaimed that his loyalty lied with satan but then he demanded to know ‘where is God’; ‘where is He?’

Was he angry? Trying to freak us all out? Sincere? I’m not sure but it left a lasting impression. At first I wanted to flee then ask him to leave, then I knew that maybe this guy was here for help and we were the very ones who could.

Well, I can imagine most people want to see God. To think that this is all there is would be pretty tragic.

Now this guy-he does not-he cannot see God.

Because of his alliance-and by now he knows that satan is not God-although he was led to believe so for a time…he cannot serve the devil and see God.

That’s right-it may have been fun for a while but satan cannot satisfy your “G” spot. The place you hold for the living God. Nothing else will satisfy.

The devil is not God.

So, float with him-the devil and you cannot see God.

Not now, not ever.

You see in Hebrews 3:10-11 God says that those who will not choose to know His ways will not enter His rest. That is to see Him move on your behalf. To see God. God loves us all so much but there are limits to what He can do and free will is all about you choosing.

That is your choice. That was this guys choice and he seemed desperate about it.

Now here is the good news as always was, is and shall ever be…although he can not blame others for his choice he can change his mind and others can help free him from the bondage he is under and the oppression that is the reality of his life.

Any child of God can do this. The words are to the demon “Go in the name of Jesus”.

Does he-the most powerful fallen angel-have power on this earth for a time? He does.

It will end.

And, in a place called the fourth heaven where the devil and his demons exist-they are militant in nature but there is no LOVE.

We, John and I believe that the Lord is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him-the Lord.

If you have ever asked God to experience the love he has for you it will overwhelm you.

Submit yourself unto God. Resist the devil and he will flee.

Then, and then it is certain you will see God.

Yea, we are flesh and blood and have wanted things our way a thousand times.

It is easier to have your will and way, then to yield to the will of God.

It is quite the challenge to not force our will and take up his instead.

Sometimes it simply feels counterintuitive.

But, I see God. I hear Him and I feel Him all time.

I’m not so special.

Pretty much a broken person, but God uses broken people.

When all is right with me and God-things look and feel different.

I have help. I serve the Creator of all. I have an eternity of love to look forward to and I love-love. You?

We are either for Him or against Him. There are no other choices. Many think of who God is may be arguable but that is not what this is about. My God died for me to live. Did yours?

Just saying-that is all.

We have to care more about what divine truth is then what people think.

Because folks I see evil all the time and it sucks.

It’s confusing, it hurts and it feels like death.

I would much rather see God.

Blessings,

Rebecca and John Tatum of the John Tatum Network Creators of ‘The Victory Prayer’.

Good Will or God’s Will

I still remember the time I handed my will over for God’s will.

I was a very successful highly trained medical professional who just reached the paradigm of jobs with the most highly rated Biotech Company in the US at the time.

It was a good job and as a medical provider I had helped a lot of people.

I wanted to work there for life and I basically had my future planned.

God laughed.

He also loved me enough to let that door slam shut.

When in my grief I cried out to Him-what now?

He told me to yield my will and finally let His be done instead.

Wow.

I was camping twice when He revealed to me what it was.

God moves simply and at times in your most humble situations.

So different than mine was the journey of His plan for my life.

It was not medicine at all but music and ministry.

He made that clear through a vision that was so real it scared me.

When I said Lord I know nothing about music-I am a nurse and a good one.

He laughed.

When He calls us to do something we can’t…the only way is through Him.

Scared.

I was too at first, and cried many tears trying and failing but submitting to God’s will is an adventure that will last your lifetime and it is done simply:

One Day at a Time.

The first thing I do everyday is a kind of ritual but it is really important.

I slip out of bed and on to my knees professing: I can’t Lord, but You can. I ask that You will. Your will be done today.

The rest is not my plan but His.

Truthfully, this is still a work in progress and should I divert-He plans the abort.

Yea, everyday I do not know what to expect and don’t have it all planned out.

God now has room to do, as He wants.

That is your Isaac sacrifice and your mountain top experience.

I admit I have slipped and done my will many times but it is futile and excruciating, so with the Lord’s help I will not walk out of the touch of the Holy Spirit again.

I do not now how He will use me or why.

Now, of course-you can’t just show up at work and announce that God’s will is vital and that is what you plan to do today-you’ll get fired.

It is a spiritual state of mind.

He is Spirit and Truth and over which we have no control but He will guide us, if and only if we allow.

A very anointed prophet once told me once something that frees me today. We don’t have to do all this stuff for God. All we have to do is His will.

Be led auspiciously to God’s will by yourself and those who will teach you correctly.

Recently, I watched a poignant video of a man who died on an operating table still young and with a basic good health other than the aneurysm that burst. He asked his guardian angel to take him to God to plead for his life to continue on the earth.

Fully expecting the Lord to be pleased with him and all the time since his youth he had done good deeds and worked in his Church…

When God Almighty opened his mouth and spoke His wrath instead, that the man had not pleased Him because it was all his own will to please himself and look good and feel good which had nothing to do with God’s will-he was stunned.

We all need to ask ourselves that very question if it matters to you what He will say when you see Him.

Lord are you pleased? Am I in your plan or in Your way?

Have courage and no fear when you ask the Lord this question.

He will answer you.

Then, He will allow you to choose-good will or God’s will.

You are the only one who can lay down your will.

The day you do it, you will remember.

God’s best,

The Tatum’s

Creators of “The Victory Prayer” a covers all the bases daily profession of Christian prayer.

Speaking the word activates our faith…we need God to intervene in every area and it starts with our profession and continues with our submission.

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                                    GOT PEACE?

         There is only one path to this that works completely.

                                             Jesus

                                      Prince of Peace

         In all of human history there is only one person who has been able to make one day for world peace. That day is his birth.

                                      Christmas Day

         What ever you make of that day, however you celebrate it…the world has one day of peace. The One most persecuted and crucified gave the most to mankind.

         How are you doing? How do you feel? How do you view your life? The world? Do you have peace?

         He, Jesus, foretold of a time like we have right now before our eyes…wars and rumors of wars until the end; famine and pestilences and earthquakes in diverse places; Christians doing what is right in the sight of All Mighty God being afflicted, hated and betrayed, lawlessness of many, sin abounding, deception of many. Odium and hideous acts against innocent children?

                                      Do you see it?

             Are you still there or has your heart grown cold.

         In the midst of this the Lord also promised His Peace He would give us, it would never leave us and it would surpass all human understanding.

                                        Got Peace?

         The only way to this is through our most Holy God. It happens when we submit to a right relationship with Him. It is not dependent on circumstance. It is not dependent on others.          In Matthew 24 the Lord says ‘do not be troubled’.

                                          Only Him

         When turmoil comes, He comes in like a flood raising a standard against the enemy of your soul. This season is possibly bittersweet for many. So much to consider, so much pain and loss, so much confusion, lack. A violent lack of trust may dominate your daily lives. Is there a way out without the world having to come to its end? Yes.

         Become acquainted with the King of Kings-Jesus. He will replace the hole and make you whole.

         Line up with ministries that teach peace, freedom in Christ, and that have tools for avoiding the pitfall of fear. In fact the Word declares in the storms of the worst of times…have NO FEAR>PEACE. In fact, you find that piece of information in the book of Revelation. Fear not.

                                      Revelation 1.

         When you have that, you also begin to see the other blessings in your life. This Holiday Season, Praise the Lord for all He has done and for all of the good blessings in your life. Take great joy in knowing He will come again and Rule and Reign over Sin and Death. He will make it right for you. All you need to do is turn to Him…On Christmas Day (well that is the celebrated day) He came willingly. He endured the cross willingly. Having the Prince of Peace in your life is also done, willingly.

God’s best,

The Tatum’s

Jtministries.org

Creators of “The Victory Prayer” which is God’s word at work in your life.