Are you in pursuit of God and His will, and yet have felt as though your life, work or ministry has been out of kilter in some way?
If you sense you have been in a time of transition, be assured the Holy Spirit is releasing new strategies to you.
It is time to lean forward, for you are on the verge of new discoveries.
‘The Building Materials Have Changed!’
At the start of this year, I was walking along the hills when I noticed a lookout and sign just ahead. At that moment, I felt the Holy Spirit urge me, ‘Pay attention!’
The sign at the lookout told the story of limestone kilns that operated in the 1800’s, but are no longer visible. [1]
An industry once thrived there. But now, only a historic marker and archaeological site sign remain.
As I stood there, I heard the Holy Spirit say, ‘The building materials have changed.’
Are You a Builder, or an Architect?
A master builder builds according to plan that he or she has been given—blueprints that are already in existence.
An architect, however, has insight into new materials and trends.
An architect has a gift of vision to create blueprints and plans that have never been seen before on earth.
Receive an ‘architect anointing’ that will launch you into your destiny!
Some who are called to be specialist architects in the kingdom, but have been serving faithfully as builders, are about to be revealed.
They perceive by the Spirit, not only that the building materials have changed, but what those materials are and how they fit together.
The Beginning of a Significant Shift
‘See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?’ (Isaiah 43:19a, NIV)
The Lord is saying, ‘Pay attention! A new era is here. You have now crossed over.’
For many of us at this time, the anointing of the Spirit that has been on ways and methods that are familiar—even comfortable—has now lifted.
A ‘new era’ marks the beginning of a significant shift. From this point on, there is a permanent change.
This is true of technology, it is also true of the culture and the climate, and it is also true in the Kingdom of God.
Be Open to New Technology and New Ways
For you, the new building materials, or ‘new technology’ is that which is anointed of the Holy Spirit for you for this season.
This may mean that God has been preparing you to let go of processes, methods and means that are becoming outdated.
Hold lightly to old ways, but tightly to legacy that lasts.
Trust the Spirit to give you insight to know the difference.
If you are gifted primarily as a builder in God’s Kingdom, receive the humility and wisdom to recognize and listen to the strategies of God’s anointed architects.
They may be younger—or older—than you.
Josephs and Daniels are Rising
God is anointing individuals and groups who will receive wisdom, and blueprints and strategies from the Holy Spirit.
Sons of Issachar are rising up who will know the times and how to respond to what God is doing.
Some will have special insight into how technologies can be used to further the Gospel and extend the Kingdom.
Josephs and Daniels are rising up who will give timely insight and prophetic strategies to governments and administrations.
Build with Eternity in View
These words of Paul are meaningful right now:
‘If anyone builds on this foundation using gold, silver, costly stones, wood, hay or straw, their work will be shown for what it is, because the Day will bring it to light.’ ( Corinthians 3:12-14, NIV)
The gates of the heavenly city, the new Jerusalem, are formed of pearls and precious stones, and the city made of gold. Even the streets are paved with gold (Rev 21).
So, when Paul is speaking of using gold, silver and costly stones as building materials, he is speaking of the construction materials of Heaven.
Now more than ever, we need to build with eternity in view.
By way of contrast, the ‘wood, hay or straw’ Paul refers to, are worldly attitudes, such as jealousy and quarrelling (1 Cor 3:1-9). Competitive attitudes will not produce lasting fruit.
This is the time for Kingdom collaboration.
You will build, not only with gifts and abilities, but with integrity of heart, intimacy with the Holy Spirit, and love for people.
The Unchanging Word of God
‘Forever, O Lord, Your word is settled in heaven.’ (Ps 119:89 NKJV)
There is Heavenly wisdom available through God’s Word, to know what does not change—and what is eternal!
Ways and means may change, technology will be transformed, but our Gospel remains the same.
Hear Him say,’Stay alert to My Spirit and true to My Word!’
Paul exhorts each of us to build with care on the unchanging foundation of Christ (1 Cor 3:11).
Expansion is on the Father’s Heart
A new era means new solutions are on the way!
While you are in the discomfort of transition, be encouraged that blueprints, solutions and mysteries are waiting to be uncovered. The Holy Spirit beckons you onwards.
The building materials have changed, and room is being made. Expansion is on the Father’s heart.
Multitudes are about to enter the Kingdom of God.
Notes:
1. This was at Limeburners Point, Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Enliven Prophetic School News
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You are correct with all you said. Holy Spirit has told me to be alert and to protect my heart. My blood pressure has been up so I have changed my diet. He is preparing me and cleaning me for when my husband and I go to Israel. He has allowed me to know there is an Awakening coming that will sweep across the world. He said “to the Jew first”. I feel like I am being prepared for something straight from heaven. I will never be the same. He spoke the words “your life will never be the same” several years ago and each year God proves His words true.
That sounds very significant, Denise! Amen
I MUST FIRST APOLOGIZE FOR NOT RESPONDING TO THESE VALUABLE PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS THAT I HAVE BENEFITED FROM OVER THE COURSE OF LIKE 4 MONTHS NOW. THIS TIME, YOUR CAPTION HAS BEEN LIKE SHARING A PERSONAL LIGHT ON MY SPIRITUAL PROGRESS AND I MUST WAKE UP FROM MY BENCH AND STEP FORWARD TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I AM OF THE CONVICTION THAT YOU HAVE BEEN PRAYING THAT GOD WILL GIVE YOU A PERSONAL WORD FOR ALL THOSE WHOM HAVE SIGNED UP FOR THIS MINISTRY YOU ARE RUNNING. YOU JUST MADE MY DAY CAUSE INDEED GOD IS RE-POSITIONING ME AFTER LIKE 20 WASTED YEARS.
INDEED THE BUILDING MATERIALS HAVE CHANGE AND CHANGED FOR MY BETTERMENT.. FOR VERY LONG YEARS I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO EXPERIENCE THE INNER PEACE OF GOD AS I HAVE STARTED TO SINCE MID- JULY… I BLESS GOD FOR YOU MY DEAR MENTOR
Hello Zerubbabel, thank you for leaving the message today, it means a lot to me! I’m praying for you right now, for the clarity you need in this new season of discovering and building.
Wow what a profound prophetic word. The very words you echoed from heaven in this blog is causing my baby to leap again…glory to God! Transition is never fin but its part of my making process but now to know I getting ready to get new strategies and bldg materials, etc is hope to me… because I am now expecting new eyes to see, new ears to hear, sharpness in mind and spirit, discernment, oil of the Lord smeared upon and in my mouth, new dreams and visions and an uncontainable prophetic flow. Pray that I will be the mouthpiece, word would come forth with ease and clarity, be filled with cloven tongues of fire, will have the spirit of wisdom, knowledge, understanding/comprehension, spirit of revelation. Most importantly an intense and close relationship with Jesus. And an unhindered prayer life.
Mighty Woman of God, your writings are always so timely and you unselfishly take the time to hear what Abba is saying in the now and release it to us and I truly appreciate you and your ministry. Bountiful Blessings be unto you, may every work that you do for the Kingdom always and forever set the captives free, give hope, heal, deliver and make many disciples of him who has sent you.
Beautifully put Esther, and thank you…I say amen to your prayer for wisdom, knowledge, revelation, intimacy
Helen, this is conformation to the word I received from the Lord in my quiet time with him two days ago. Thank you so much, it certainly has encourage and enlighten me.
That’s awesome, Shirley! Praying right now for you <3
Thank you for this insite. I received a prophetic word a year ago…”mover, shaker, builder” and some other things. At retirement age (6 months), and resting on my mind, it caught me off guard. I have my “antennas up” looking through the Word and other resources for insite. Thanks again.
I love it Sharon how Holy Spirit breaks into our lives with the fresh and unexpected…I pray His strength being released in you for the more!
This word came right on time for my life.I am transitioning to buy a home and this message fit my decision making to a T.Truly God is using you.As i was reading there was so much revelation coming forth and hearing the Holy Spirit so clearThank you so much.
Father, let your peace and favor rest on this home and a fresh anointing on every transaction and relationship associated with it!
Again, so timely a word for exactly where we are. Confirmation, confirmation, confirmation! Dreams, appointments and new assignments in this new era. God is building a new prophetic intercessory group in our church and has indeed given vision and assignments to begin the building. Appreciate your timely words and encouragement.
That’s awesome Carole