I had a dream recently about being back in different houses that my husband Dave and I and our kids had lived in over the years. There were various homes and geographical locations represented from different phases in our lives. I realized that I couldn't go back and live in any of these houses again, or try to recreate any of the situations. There was a sense that I needed to commit these past situations, both positive and negative, into the Lord's hands so that I could move forward into what was ahead.
Then the scene shifted to the future. There was an enormous, new bridge spanning across a river. We crossed over and traveled on new highways which had also recently been built. There were new inventions and new ways of doing things in this glimpse of the future.
I woke up and heard the Lord say, "It's time to walk into your future." I knew in the dream that the bridge represents God's provision and direction to cross over into the future. The bridge is the link or the transition between the past and the present. The Lord is at work building new structures—the bridge and highways—to move His people to where they need to be.
Then He had more to say: "Leave behind your past (Philippians 3:13); I am showing you new things, and leading you into your future. Old ways and old patterns won't work any longer. I have a new thing for you (Isaiah 43:19). Move into My 'new,' for I make all things new (Revelation 21:5). Move into the new with confidence and boldness (Joshua 1:6-7, 9, 18) and grace (Ephesians 2:8-9). As I was with Moses, I will be with you (Joshua 1:5); only do not fear (Joshua 8:1). Come before Me boldly (Hebrews 4:16). Claim My promises to you.
"You are My warrior, clothed in the armor of My righteousness (Ephesians 6:14), not your own righteousness (Philippians 3:9). Fight the battles I show you to fight (2 Timothy 4:7); leave the rest for Me to fight (2 Chronicles 20:17).
"Do not fear or look anxiously about you; I am your God (Isaiah 41:10). Peter asked about John, 'Lord, what about this man?' (John 21:20-22). I have a unique plan and purpose for YOU. Persevere and don't give up. Walk into your future, a step at a time. I will show you what steps to take, and where to walk (Isaiah 30:21). I will direct and counsel you, with My eye upon you (Psalm 32:8).
Every place where the sole of your foot treads I will give you (Deuteronomy 11:24; Joshua 1:3). I have stationed angels around you (Psalm 34:7; 91:11). My glory is your rear guard (Exodus 14:19; Isaiah 52:12; 58:8). Do not fear, for I am with you (Isaiah 43:5).
"Sing a song of praise to Me (Psalm 40:3). Raise a shout of victory. Sing a new song to Me (Psalm 33:3; 96:1; 98:1), the song of the Lamb (Revelation 15:3). I am the One who overcomes (John 16:33; Revelation 5:5). You also can overcome in My name through faith (1 John 5:4-5; Revelation 3:21; 12:11).
"I am making strategic alignments for you. Walk into them at the time that I show you. I do not intend for you to be alone (Genesis 2:18; Ecclesiastes 4:9-11; Hebrews 10:25).
"I have a place for you, a place of fullness, joy and blessing. You are not being 'put in your place' (demotion), but are being raised up to your place (promotion and favor). Don't live in a narrow place (2 Kings 6:1; Isaiah 49:20), but in the broad place I have for you (Psalm 18:19).
"Walk into your future. Forget the former things (Isaiah 43:18); I will do something new!"
Promises, Promises
When I woke up another night not long ago, the clock read "6:33." I had a sense the Lord wanted to communicate something to me through this, and so asked Him what it was. He showed me two things:
(1) Matthew 6:33 – "Seek first His Kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be yours as well."
(2) The number 600 represents warfare, and 33 represents "promise."
Then He started speaking to me: "Claim My promises in every area of your lives. Seek My Kingdom first of all; allow Me to purify you, and fill you with My righteousness. I am constantly at work, transforming you into the image of My Son (Philippians 3:21). I will bring My good work in you to completion (Philippians 1:6).
"You can trust Me with all the things you worry about! Commit them into My care. I love you and will help carry your burdens (Matthew 11:28-30). I will do what I promised; I will not disappoint you (Romans 5:5). You will not be disappointed in Me (Romans 10:11) or in My plans for you, because My plans for you are for good, not for evil (Jeremiah 29:11).
"Yes, there has been a season of warfare. There is a time for war and a time for peace (Ecclesiastes 3:8). I will keep My promises to you; I will not fail you or forsake you (Joshua 1:5; Deuteronomy 31:6, 8; Hebrews 13:5). I have a call on your life, which I am confirming to you. My gifts and calling are irrevocable (Romans 11:29). My promises do not fail (Joshua 21:45; 23:14; 1 Kings 8:56).
"I will do what I have promised!"
Carol Kelley
Email: opendoor2009@gmail.com
About Carol Kelley: Carol and Dave Kelley are prophetic leaders in Newberg, Oregon, teaching prophecy classes and mentoring younger prophets. They received a call from the Lord in 1985 to minister prophetically, and have a vision for active schools of prophets to emerge within the Body of Christ. Their passion is to help others hear and recognize God's voice. Carol, a musician, published composer, teacher and sixth-generation Oregonian, has a heart to intercede prophetically for Oregon and the Northwest, as well as cities and nations. Dave is Assistant Vice President of Finance at George Fox University, moving in an apostolic anointing to help God's people become empowered as conduits of financial blessing. Dave and Carol are the parents of two sons, two daughters, and a daughter-in-law.
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