Prophetic Word
"But one who prophesies speaks to men for edification and exhortation and consolation."
(1 Cor 14:3)
"I have called you as a blessing and I send you as a blessing. Wherever you are, I have called you to be a blessing in that place. You are my children of Light, and you are to shine with the Love and Light of My truth. I call you a blessing and this is your destiny. I scatter my blessings all over the earth, to bring light, love, and hope in places where it is not known or perceived or understood. The whole earth is to be filled with My glory as it breaks forth out of you, My vessels, and combines with the outpouring from heaven.
Where there is darkness, shine. Your good deeds, your acts of kindness, mercy, and forgiveness speak louder than you know, and your audience is not always who you think it is. No one can hide the light. It will seep forth and find a way of entrance.
Remember to grant My Word great access to your soul and it will flood you.
You speak, you love, you act, and love and light are released. O my blessings! I send you to show My love, kindness, mercy, and truth.
Walk in truth; walk in My light for you are children of light. Let no darkness be found in you, but cleanse yourselves and walk in freedom."
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"Coaching is the art and practice of guiding a person or group from
where they are toward the greater competence and fulfillment that they
desire." ~ Gary Collins
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Dreams Interpreted
Email the Dream Team
Send your 1-2 paragraph dream, identifying any particular people,
colors, and how you felt in the dream. Allow 2 weeks for the team to
answer.
Prophetic Ministry
If you live more than 75 miles away from Virginia Beach and do not have
access to prophetic ministry in your town, you may request personal prophecy by
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Helping Leaders Smile
By Donna Astern
"Little children, let us not love with word or with tongue, but in deed and truth."
(1 John 3:18)
I know of a particular leader who works very hard to daily communicate with a
large membership as best he can. Recently, a member demanded that he personally and immediately respond
to her questions, even though he was actually working at his family business. Others were demanding his home telephone number to
be called at all hours of the day and night, even though the leader has commented on the numerous phone calls he answers every day. Others were indignant that
he chose to take a day off to spend with his family. These people were
not willing to have their questions and concerns answered by any of the
staff; only the head man would do.
I was surprised to hear another member ask, "Well, why shouldn't he take my phone calls and answer all my questions?" Someone gently pointed out that the leader often was so overloaded with phone calls, he could not operate his business, and that other staff members could easily answer those questions.
The Plan to Rescue Leaders from Overload
This type of situation is not new. Moses had three million people wanting him to answer their individual concerns. Little wonder Jethro advised him to delegate his responsibility of caring for so many people to qualified men. (See Ex. 18.)
Those qualifications listed in Ex. 18:21 were:
- Able to lead
- God-fearing
- Men of truth
- Hatred of dishonest gain
With these key character elements as the core of their being, they would be fit and ready to aid Moses as extensions of his ministry.
Jethro's advice is valid for leaders today. Unfortunately, many leaders do not know how to draw boundaries for
themselves and their families. Some feel they are somehow being
disloyal or unfaithful if they do not personally comply with every demand. They, perhaps unwittingly, create an unhealthy environment of dependency, rather than encourage the personal growth of the members. These leaders need healing and the freedom to say "no".
Other leaders would gladly delegate if they could find qualified, willing people to help shoulder the burden. People do not always recognize when
the season has changed, and that it is time for learning to adapt to new
demands of growth and maturity. For some, offense rises before the shift can be made into a new season of function and authority.
Sadly, so many leaders burn out and quit the ministry.
"Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they keep watch over your souls as those who will give an account. Let them do this with joy and not with grief, for this would be unprofitable for you." (Heb 13:17)
"So Pastor, what do you do the other six days of the week?", he asked.
When a person is inexperienced, he often underestimates the labor and challenge involved in being a leader. He can only see that, from his perspective, his questions and concerns are paramount. It is like young children who are surprised that Daddy is too tired to play "horsie" anymore.
Maturing saints want to ease the load of their leaders, rather than add to it. At times, requests are made that are simply thoughtless-- made without thought to what inconveniences would be incurred to comply with a request.
For example, someone drops off a household item or craft or a collectible to the pastor, intending the pastor take the gift somewhere to be exchanged for cash. Would it not be better for the giver to sell the item first and then bring the proceeds to the ministry? A small step such as this shows personal initiative and consideration, and would save the pastoral staff a great deal of time and effort.
Another simple way you can reduce your leader's load is to leave complete messages on his voice mail, rather than "Call me back." Saying "I want to talk about plans for the picnic" is much better and helps the leader prepare for the conversation. Consider what it would be like to have to answer ten messages from ten different people which say "Call me!" without explanation!
Giving Reasons to Smile
Have you ever worked with a person who was such a joy that you would love to have several more just like her? When ministry leaders find that one who is such a jewel, who adds so much strength and help, they feel the same way.
Praying for our leaders is Scriptural and commendable, but it's not enough. We can conduct ourselves in such a way as to bring a smile to our leader's face. Like Aaron and Hur who found a practical way to support both Moses and the Israelite army in time of battle (Ex. 17), there is something each of us can do that will make a real difference. Sometimes, it is as simple as taking care of a small detail that frees the leader from an inconvenience.
"Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men." (Col 3:23)
Applying what you are taught so that you no longer need to always have someone "hold your hand" will cause you to be a part of the solution. Learning to live in faith, with your emotions and thoughts brought to the obedience of Christ will add support and reassurance to those around you as well as your leadership. Your courage and steadfastness give strength and hope to your community.
As you overcome temptations and offense, you earn a greater degree of authority and become that much more valuable in building His kingdom. Pioneers and champions pave the way for others to follow.
"I have no greater joy than this, to hear of my children walking in the truth." (3 John 1:4)
May your ministry leaders have the same heart-felt prayer on their hearts and lips as this one:
"We give thanks to God always for all of you, making mention of you in our prayers; constantly bearing in mind your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ in the presence of our God and Father, knowing, brethren beloved by God, His choice of you." (1 Thess 1:2-4)
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Nuggets from Entrepreneurs & Ministry Leaders
"If you are the smartest person in your circle of friends,
you need a bigger circle!"
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"It is possible to enjoy heaven on earth now. There is
no need to suffer inwardly no matter what so-called 'life' throws at you. Your
happiness is not dependent upon the happenings taking place in the surface
realm of your existence, but only in the quality of your soul's submission to
the will of God, moment by moment,
throughout each day."
~ David Alsobrook
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Ministry Nights 7:00 PM
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Worship,Teaching, & Ministry (open to all)
Also:
Donna Astern will be speaking at the "Spirit, Mind, & Body Health Seminar" on Mar 26-27, hosted by Kingdom Life Ministries in Chesapeake, VA. Contact their office for registration details at 757-547-7790.
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Book Recommendation
 Who Switched Off My Brain? Revised: Controlling Toxic Thoughts and Emotions
by Caroline Leaf Ph.D. 
"One of the most important books on how our thoughts chemicially effect
our behavior, personal diseases and the healing process. Dr. Leaf
confirms through her accurate and solid neuroscience research what the
Holy Bible has said for over 3,000 years: 'As a man or woman thinks',
allowing their spirit, mind, will, emotions and body to absorb those
thoughts and images, to that degree they will become (in their spirit,
soul and body) what they have thought about".
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Hallelujah!"
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Donna Astern
Destiny Spirit Apostolic Network
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757-271-8914
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