What Is This Revival Going to Look Like?
Compiled
by Don Deskins, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Before Lou and I moved to Canada,
I was looking for the Third Great Awakening to start at any time in the US. I
didn't know what it was going to look like, but I felt that something really
big was going to happen. After being in Canada awhile, I started doing a
bit of research on revivals and what they looked like. Canada has
never had a nationwide revival, although there have been several pockets of a
real Move of God. In my research, I found a few prophecies that stated Canada was headed for a great awakening, or Move
of God, and that through this (or at the same time), the US and other
nations would have a revival.
The following is a list of characteristics of what I believe will happen
in this Move of God.
1. This revival will be different from anything that has happened in the
past. Do not look for God to do what He did in the US during the Great Awakening or
the Second Great Awakening. If you do, you will miss what God has for you.
(confirmed by Charlie Robison on 03/22/2011 in Kelowna).
2. The revival will be led by lay people, not pastors, preachers or
evangelists. The lay people will be those that are in tune with the Holy Spirit
and have a heart for God. Those gifts that were intended for use outside
"the church", will be used in a dramatic way. People will be healed,
and eyes will be opened with words of wisdom and knowledge from
"normal" people. People will suddenly feel the Spirit of God move
within them, and they will speak as if God Himself were speaking. The lay
people will "naturally" do what is right, being led by the Holy
Spirit. This is not to say that pastors, etc. won't have a role, but the main
thrust will be through lay people.
3. There will be a God ordained "civil war" within the church.
In the same way that Paul had to rebuke Peter for compromising the Gospel
through his actions with the Judaizers, there will be a desire to get back to
the pure truth of the Gospel: that is, that there is no way to the Father
except by a confession of faith in the Lord Jesus. We are not talking about
doctrinal differences. Those that get into a fight over doctrinal differences
will be left behind in this revival (or may find themselves in a fight with
God). Instead, we are talking about any "gospel" that is preached
distorts who God (the Father, the Son or the Holy Spirit) is and teaches any
other way to the Father than through Jesus. (this has already started)
4. Related to the items above, the Lord will use the people who have
been rejected by "the church" in the past. These include those that
have sinned greatly, but have been miraculously transformed by the power of the
Holy Spirit. Just as the Apostle Paul was transformed from a murderer to a
warrior for God, so shall these days be. As people are being saved, God will
transform them into soldiers for God. God is going to use ex-drug dealers and
addicts, ex-gang members, ex-prostitutes, etc.... those people who "many
sins have been forgiven," will love much (Luke 7:47).
5. Because some in the current church do not understand what is
happening, because some will take offense at the outcasts that are coming to
salvation, and because there is a split over the True Gospel, many will leave
the church, but many more will be moved into the Body of Christ. Those that
take offense and don't repent will start mocking, and then move to persecuting
the Body of Christ. This may very well include those the are true children of
God, but don't accept what is happening in the church.
6. The Body of Christ will become "spotless and without
blemish," i.e., she will move into the Righteousness and Holiness that God
intended.
7. Any Move of God also includes a great Move within the youth - the
very young through the college age. This will be from the very beginning (and
may have already started). This will, of course, include the outcasts, but also
include the youth from our mainline churches who just "catch fire."
The youth will move in the gifts of the Holy Spirit in a mighty way, so much so
that it will astound the older generations.
8. This Move of God will cross all denominational boundaries. This is
not about who is right doctrinally, but who God is! Those that deny the Move of
God as legitimate because it didn't come from their church or denomination will
be left unchanged. Those that claim that the Move of God started with their
denomination or church, or lead by their denomination or church, will be left
unchanged through this Move because of their hard hearts - they may even open
themselves up to the judgment of God. There will be attempts for some to lead
this movement, but if they have personal motives, they will crash as an example
to others. This movement will truly be lead by the Holy Spirit. He will raise
up "leaders" that do not want to be recognized but want the Kingdom
to be advanced. Individuals in the Body will just "do" what they are
supposed to do.
9. There will be a 24/7 prayer movement in major regions or cities
across denominational and church boundaries. (this has already started)
10. There will be a restoration of David's Tabernacle, that is, there
will be a movement for 24/7 praise and worship in major cities and regions
across denominational and church boundaries.
11. There will be a Move of God to promote justice across all boundaries
(socio-economic, racial, etc.). Please note that there is a false "social
justice" movement in place at this time that will not get (and will not
even try to get) justice. You will recognize the difference in the two by their
results.
12. There will be a move by the Body of Christ to secure a place in
society for the "fatherless." This includes the UNBORN. Today's trend
of abortion on demand will be reversed by the Spirit of God. The Body will make
every attempt to empty the orphanages and adopt the fatherless.
13. The Body of Christ will become the New Testament church once more.
As the church walks in Holiness and Righteousness, the miracles of Acts will be
seen once more. It will be both glorious and terrifying.
14. As the Body of Christ sees what Jesus means to her, individuals will
live sacrificially with their finances and their time. Material possessions
will become meaningless to the "alive" church. Seeing people added to
the Body of Christ will be the church's main focus.
15. The revival will cover all (or most all) nations. Jews, Muslims,
Hindus, etc. (that is, people from all religions) will have their eyes opened
to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and be converted.
16. The Body of Christ will learn to truly "walk in the
Spirit" and walk in the authority that God has given her.
17. There will be great conflicts and disasters during this time - but
for those of us who are focused on Jesus Christ, it will not matter. These
troubling events will only strengthen our resolve to do what God has called us
to do.
18. This last revival will remain in place until the Lord's return.
Compiled by Don Deskins, Kelowna, BC,
Canada
The Looming War and Coming Harvest
By Cindy
Jacobs
Editor's note: This prophetic message is neither from nor about the Pacific Northwest, though the topics discussed will certainly have bearing on the Northwest region, and on believers in our Northwest region. More importantly, as I was reading this with 1 Corinthians 14:29 in mind, I felt an affirmation and even an urgency from the Lord to share the word.
Rumors of wars seem to be a Middle East staple. Since at least 2008, Iran has
been threatening to wipe Israel from the map as it works to build a nuclear
program (*Jaseb). Now, an 18-month civil war has destabilized Syria, said to
posses 1,000 tons of chemical weapons (*"Obama warns").
The purpose of the delay was to allow houses of prayer to be established throughout the Middle East. These regional intercessors will shine a light in the darkness and pull open the doors of heaven. (See "A vision of a 'Gideon' victory in the Middle East", April 2012)
Since 2009, we are in relationship with five houses of prayer in Turkey, three in Lebanon, two in Egypt and two in Dubai. In Israel, in addition to the several houses of prayer in Jerusalem, we know of others established in Tel Aviv, the Galilee and the Golan. Even when God pushes the clock back, it does not stop but continues to move forward. So time has marched on. We must be like the sons of Issachar and discern the times and the seasons (1 Chronicles 12:32).
I have not had the freedom to pray against war, but neither do I sense that this will be a major, end times war such as is described in Ezekiel 37-38 or Zechariah 12-14. What I do sense developing within the next few months is more like a Psalm 83 scenario where a regional confederation menaces Israel.
In the midst of this, I'm hearing three exhortations from the LORD:
- Strengthen the Borders.
- Build Up Gaps in the Wall.
- Prepare for Harvest.
A Level of War for God's Glory
Iran, Syria and Hezbollah in Lebanon continue to threaten Israel, as do elements within Gaza and Egypt's Sinai. Iran's Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's rants (Jaseb) almost quote Psalm 83:4 (NIV): "Come," they say, "let us destroy them as a nation, so that Israel's name is remembered no more." It could be that soon, God may allow a level of war to glorify Himself in Israel and among the nations.
Strengthening the Border
The LORD has also highlighted to us the coastal border of Israel, the Mediterranean Sea. The new government in Egypt is allowing Iranian war ships through the Suez Canal into the Mediterranean. Most recently, Egypt refused to inspect an Iranian ship laden with weapons for Syria (Haaretz). Also, Egypt will reportedly buy two attack submarines from Germany (Miller).
Pray that the Messianic body in the Land will rise up to intercede for Israel.
A major group of messianic pastors recently called for three days of fasting and prayer on September 22-24. Specifically pray Psalm 28:5-6, which in part says that the LORD will be "a source of strength to those who turn the battle at the gate." (NIV)
Keep praying that the blood of Jesus and His angels would continue to protect the borders, praying Psalm 29:3 (NIV): "The voice of the LORD is over the waters; the God of glory thunders, the LORD thunders over the mighty waters."
Build Up the Gaps in the Walls of
Protection
While the LORD has set watchmen on the walls of Jerusalem (Isaiah 62:6) He expects the watchmen to repair the gaps. Twice the LORD says in Ezekiel that the prophets were not doing their job of wall building. In Ezekiel 13:4-5, He says that the walls need to be repaired so they"will stand firm in the battle on the day of the LORD." (NIV)
In Ezekiel 22:30, the LORD says He was seeking for someone to stand in the gap so that He could show the nation mercy. It doesn't say fill the gap but stand in it, and in Hebrew it literally means to become the wall, "on behalf of the land so I would not have to destroy it" (NIV).
The enemy knows the importance of this, so he will try to discourage us in an effort to move us from our position. It is essential to be where God has called each of us when He calls, without envy or jealousy of when and where others may be called to stand.
Prepare for the Harvest
The LORD is my light and my salvation - whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life - of whom shall I be afraid?When the wicked advance against me to devour me, it is my enemies and my foes who will stumble and fall. Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. (Psalm 27:1-3, NIV)I sense the LORD saying that He will allow the shaking of warfare and that it will bring in a harvest. So how do we prepare for this? Not by panicking or running away, nor by forcing our positioning on others. Each of us needs to be where God's wants us to be.
We need to be listening and trusting in His timing... and waiting. David reminds us: "Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD." (Psalm 27:14, NIV)
Submitted in the fear of the Lord!
www.generals.org/
www.jerusalempraise.com
Via James Goll
www.encountersnetwork.com
Works Cited
- Daily Mail reporter. "16 dead, dozens injured as violence erupts along
Israel's borders with Syria." Mail Online. Associated Newspapers Ltd. 16 May
2011. Web. 4 September 2011.
- Haaretz, wire services. "Report:
Egypt turns down U.S. request to inspect Iranian arms ship on way to
Syria." Haaretz. Haaretz Daily Newspaper Ltd. 26 August 2012.
Web. 4 September 2012.
- Jaseb, Hossein and Dahl, Fredrik. "Ahmadinejad
says Israel will 'disappear.'" Reuters. Thomson Reuters. 3
June 2008. Web. 30 August 2012.
- Lappin, Yaakov and Keinon, Herb. "IDF
rebuffs 'Naksa' rioters trying to cross Syrian border."
Jerusalem Post. Palestine Post Ltd. 6 June 2011. Web. 4 September 2012.
- Miller, Elhanan. "Our
German subs are none of your business, Egyptian navy tells
Israel." The Times of Israel. 3 September 2012. Web. 4
September 2012.
- "Obama warns Syria chemical weapons use may spark US action." BBC. British Broadcasting Corp. 21 August 2012. Web. 30 August 2012.
Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Pray for the peace of the Pacific Northwest.
Custom Fit Healing Miracles
In Dennis Cramer's E-Book, The Next 100 Years (which you can purchase as a download), Dennis Cramer gave this prophecy on page 14 about a healing breaking out in the Northwest--in small towns...towns such as Albany. He mentions by the way, many other towns, cities, states, and countries in his prophecies, including North and South Korea, etc.
Here's an excerpt from Dennis Cramer 's E-Book from pages 14&15:
"Many out-of-the-way places--will be powerfully blessed by God's provision of supernatural healing for chronic, incurable, deadly disorders. These small to medium size towns and villages will not necessarily be easily accessible by the masses, but this will not stop the flood of desperately ill people looking for physical relief and wholeness. God will not disappoint them.
For example, several coastal cities in the Pacific Northwest of the United States and some cities, towns, and villages slightly inland will see many mighty miracles of this kind--a real visitation from Heaven!
Although some of these places will not even have airports, mile after mile of cars and buses will find their way there! A mighty healing revival will break out, gaining the attention of the unsaved population of this region. The churches will not be able to handle the great influx of new converts--the result of this outpouring of undeniable, supernatural power."
From Dennis Cramer's Book, The Next 100 YearsReported by Steve Shultz; Albany, OR is his hometown.
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