PROPHETIC WORD: THE SPIRITUAL "LAYERS" OF THE VIRUS
It is more important right now than ever to be able to see what is happening with SPIRITUAL eyes and not go by what we see in the natural. There has never been a greater divide between what our natural senses (and even our own feelings and thoughts) are telling us and what is actually going on spiritually. Which is why it is SO important to have a consistent, authentic relationship with the Holy Spirit, so He can give you the eyes to see and hears to hear.
This is kind of an "overview" word, but I realized it is still very important for those who do not have the spiritual discernment to see right now or those who are struggling. So, I felt that the Lord wanted to give a quick rundown of what the "layers" are that are going on right now. Because as you know with God, there are always multiple things going on at once! He is definitely a multi-tasker! 😉
First all of all, I felt He wanted me to share a sentence that He dropped into my spirit early one morning recently - "This corona virus is a rehearsal for something much greater." (On a funny side note, when I went to type it into the notes on my phone, it auto-corrected to "this corona CIRCUS", lol.) When I prayed into what He meant by that, He said the evil forces in the world will continue to take away liberties and he spoke about how Christians are bowing to them. He also said "how quickly they fall," referring to how quickly many believers will be deceived and give in to these tactics. But there was good news! 😉 He added the words "under armor" and said those who are under the armor of God (Ephesians 6) will be safe. "Stay tuned with Me and don't be deceived."
Now, for the layers...
1. Enemy tactics in the natural.
This is what I was just referring to. And although I don't feel led to get into specific detail (at least not at this time), I will say there are tactics happening to create actual changes in the natural - how you will be able to live and function, liberties, forced procedures by the government, micro-chipping, vaccines, etc. Believe it or not, roll your eyes or not, it's true and it's happening. So, God wants His children to be aware and have their EYES OPEN!
2. Enemy tactics in the spiritual.
At the same time that the natural tactics are going on, there is a spiritual attack (which is probably actually bigger) going on to produce mass fear and panic. The spirits of fear, anxiety, depression and even suicide are trying to go on a rampage right now by having people focus on what they SEE. Even though what they see can be a total fabrication.
Recently, the Lord had me go back and watch The Matrix. I had actually felt prompted to go watch it again for awhile, but it wasn't until the other day that I actually did and now I know why. The storyline is SO relevant for what is happening right now. (Seriously, one of the "machines" even refers to the human race as a VIRUS.) But, the most important part was to realize that what you SEE is not the truth. And there will only be more and more instances in the coming future where we as believers will have to stand on nothing more than God's word (both written and rhema) because everything we see will be trying to convince us of something else.
But, when we are able to separate ourselves from the lies and the spiritual attacks, we can stand freely and confidently in the word of God and stand against the attacks of fear, anxiety and panic because we know the truth. The tactics are against both believers and the world though, so we also need to be praying for those who don't know the Lord, that they won't be trapped in fear either.
3. God shaking and exposing hearts in the Church.
This is what He had me talk about in the two specific words I released about the virus. And this is the part that you will see (and continue to see) causing discord in the Body of Christ. Because people are being woken up and some of them are not going to like it. This is not to imply that anyone is "better" than anyone else. But, there IS a real division taking place. And just like Elijah did when he stood on Mt. Carmel and asked people to decide - are you with God or are you with something else? God is using His prophets, apostles, pastors and teachers who are walking in truth to address the corruption in the Body. Compromises have been made and people have gotten "mixed" with false doctrine, the world and lots of "idols." So, He is using this to expose what's really in their hearts.
Like I said, some people will get defensive at this. But, God's intention is loving and merciful as always. Because He is giving His people time to get right with Him and get back into TRUE covenant with Him before the stuff really hits the fan (soon!). Unfortunately, a great majority of the Church hasn't been prepared or equipped for any of this because of lukewarm doctrine, so it WILL feel jolting and almost assaulting to many. But, that's a good thing cuz God wants them to WAKE UP! Remember, (unlike what many a Saul-led church has said in recent times), God's word is SUPPOSED to be sharp. It's supposed to cut through your flesh! That's the point!
"For it is time for judgment to begin with God's household; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who do not obey the gospel of God?" (1 Pet 4:17)
4. God opening the eyes of the world.
At the same time as all this other stuff, God is also opening the eyes of those who are in the world and do not know Him or believe in Him. For a very long time, they have been allowed to believe they are completely in control of their own world and destinies. But, now they are being awakened to the truth that they are not. On the surface, they may think it's just the government and medical community that are "controlling" things right now. But deep down, many of them are sensing something bigger going on in their spirits. It's why many people are referring to it as "surreal," because even if they don't understand it consciously, their spirits recognize that there is something NOT REAL about what's going on. After all, it is not a coincidence that the fight is against an INVISIBLE enemy.
Everything that the world has depended on is being shaken - money, jobs, education, reputation, celebrity, science, government, medicine, etc. They are not finding peace an refuge in any of them right now, which is shaking something deep in the way they function and understand the world.
5. A set-up for revival.
Good news! Yay! 😄 Both #3 an #4 are actually GOOD things (again, it's about having spiritual discernment) because they are a set-up for a great revival!
I confess, I struggled for a little while with some of the responses I was seeing from believers, particularly those in leadership. Not from a place of judgment, but of anger and frustration over how they were being deceived. But, one morning, the Holy Spirit reminded me that God MADE Pharaoh's heart hard for awhile. He made him stubborn and has blinded many a person in the Bible too. It's one of those parts of God that we may struggle to understand. Why He would CHOOSE to harden people's hearts. But, that's so He can get even greater glory out of it when they DO see!
He reminded me that I can't rush the process... we have to let His plan play out. And like i mentioned in my Jericho word, it's often not until after something is over, that the real revelation takes place. Once everyone comes out of the mode of just surviving, they will have a chance to look back and reflect on "what just happened?" and "what is God trying to say here?" And THAT is when the real wave of revival will begin. Not only to bring many new souls into the Kingdom of God, but also to REVIVE the souls of many believers who have wandered or weakened in their faith.
6. Taking away distractions/building relationship with Him
This last one can appear to be "ending" as people are starting to return to their jobs and going back out to stores, etc. In fact, I have had several people say to me that they wish they had spent this time they had "better." Again, another tactic of the enemy has been to distract people with things like Netflix, Tik-Tok and drinking (after all, those liquor stores are essential!). But whether you spent this time the way you think you "should" have or not, God has also been using it to get people to SLOW DOWN and reassess their lives.
Not only have distractions like sports, shopping and entertainment been taken away, but people have been "forced" to spend more time with their families, teach their children, spend time outdoors and maybe even cook more meals. It's been a return to a more "natural" way of life. An of course, the most important part of that is our relationship with Him. Our ONE-ON-ONE relationship with Him. He wants that with every one of His children and is calling people back to Him now more than ever. He wants to truly heal you and free you, not just in a flowery metaphorical way, but a REAL tangible way. And that begins by KNOWING Him in truth and in spirit. Which requires action on our part. "You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart." (Jer 29:13)
There has never been a better time than now! So, SEEK Him! And He WILL answer! 💜
Lastly, if you are struggling with how all of this good can be going on in the midst of what seems like ever-increasing darkness, I felt the Lord wanted me to share this verse with you:
"The Lord knows how to rescue Godly people from their trials, even while keeping the wicked under punishment until the day of final judgment." (2 Pet 2:9)
Remember, God works this way on purpose. He intentionally does two things at one time. His glory shines brighter in the darkness. He is dividing things ON PURPOSE.
"And you will again see the distinction between the righteous and the wicked, between those who serve God and those who do not." (Mal 3:18)
God IS moving. Things ARE shifting. So, we have to have open eyes, open ears and open hearts to see and understand. If you know Him, lean in deeper. If you've wandered from Him, run back into His arms. And if you don't know Him, come to Him. He is waiting! 💜
"Seek the LORD while he may be found; call on him while he is near." (Is 55:6)
