Wisdom to Know


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Wisdom


Proverbs 4:6
"Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you; love her, and she will watch over you." (NIV)


A Personal Note: 
In the early spring of 2011, one morning as I was about to take a shower, I heard a call, "Wisdom, wisdom," without thinking, I quickly made my best attempt to quote Proverbs 9:10 "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." (to be clear, the voice was the Holy Spirit) Before I could finish the quote, yet another question was thrown at me, "What is truth?" Again after several words, my thoughts were interrupted with a stern, "No". I remember thinking, ' I am not quite finish explaining my answer.' David said in Psalm 139:4 Before a word is on my tongue you, Lord, know it completely. Well in my wisdom I was about to say there are two truths. One of the world and the other of God. He then replied, There is only one truth with many levels of understanding. I checked 1 Timothy 2:4 that profess God's desire is for all men to come to a knowledge of the truth. The truth refers to one truth. He later confirmed to me that it was indeed him that spoke those words to me. Romans 1:18 States that men suppress the truth by their wickedness. God's wisdom is His truth.


Wisdom and the pursuit of her has drawn a line among men and has pronounced duality a watchman. A dual between 'Us' and 'Them'. Godly wisdom vs. worldly wisdom. Depending on which side of the fence you stand, you could be herald a wise man or a narrow minded fool.

Proverbs 18:2
Fools find no pleasure in understanding
but delight in airing their own opinions.


The world is obsessed with the authorship of men and their worldly wisdom. Like sweet nectar, their words fall from their lips on to naïve minds of unsuspecting recipients. Many of these so call giants of men are ushering self glorification both in and out of the church. If they are not driven by pride, then by human logic due to a lack of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. They have benched the Holy Spirit because he often get in the way of human agenda.

Why is it so important to gain Godly wisdom? surely it is not something to be displayed on a mantle. No, it is meant to guide us in our thoughts and in our ways. Man's wisdom places him at the center of the universe while Godly wisdom elevates God above man leaving him in AWE of the creator and his works. Whenever we exercise Godly wisdom it leads us into eternity with the father, when we do not, we are following the counsel of darkness that leads to eternal separation from Christ.

If we want to harness the wisdom of God then the attitude of our hearts must be the same as Job when he said Job 23:12 I have not departed from the commands of his lips; I" have treasured the words of his mouth more than my daily bread." As Christian, we know that the wisdom of God over 2000 years ago became flesh and walked on the face of this earth. His name is Lord Jesus the only true Christ. Proverbs 2:6

"For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding." When we accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior, Christ who is the wisdom for us from God becomes our righteousness, our holiness and our redemption. Not even our self-righteousness can produce this in us. 1 Corinthians 1:30 "It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption." (NIV)

"Benjamin Franklin remarked that the beginning of wisdom is the knowledge of your own ignorance." However far be it for man to accept his own ignorance. Many people will not and cannot separate from their own soap boxes. Humanity needs the knowledge of God to grasp a sober judgment of oneself.

Have you checked out the suicide rate amongst the educated? Education and wit can no more save us from damnation than a child's baby blanket from a tornado. According to the scriptures only hope in God's promises can ground the soul of men Hebrews 6:19 "We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.

I recently had the pleasure of spending time with someone who has become a dear friend; a woman in the faith. She is considered to be intelligent and sharp according the the world's standards. She spend some time trying to explain how challenging it was for her to set aside her intellect for the wisdom that is found in Christ Jesus. She exclaimed " I feel out of sort, its really hard for me to explain this feeling, but I don't feel like myself. I normally know how to respond to challenges in my life. I'm use to having the answers; now I find myself second guessing because now I need to know what God requires of me." I retorted, "That's because our thoughts are not his thoughts neither are our ways his ways." Isaiah 55:8. Again the bible states that there is a way that seems right to a man but it only leads to death (proverbs 4:12).

There is a prevailing absolute wisdom that comes from the Almighty God? According to our maker, contrary to Benjamin Franklin's statement, we will never find true wisdom by merely identifying our ignorance, we must first learn to fear our maker proverbs 9:10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding."

You must be willing to step outside of your mind, your church affairs, and the doctrines of the world and allow the word of God and His Spirit to guide you in the Lord's truth.
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Personal Experience (Vision) February, 2014

This day has been seared in my heart and mind, no one will ever be allowed to thwart or take it from me.

I was in town for my daughter's friend party at Chelsea Piers in NYC. After spending the night praying to God, I decided to have a talk with him about the incredible vision that He showed the apostle John. I thanked him for giving John revelation regarding our time. I said jokingly, though I meant it, that if he gave me such a vision I would need several. 

The next morning my 11 year old and I boarded the bus from NYC for an almost 2 hour trip home. We were close to home. I told my daughter to get ready since we would be getting to our stop within the next 10 minutes. I sat up and waited about 3 mins to view the next exit. Just when I was about to lean back in my seat, everything turned dark.

As I looked around I was not conscious of the bus ride and had no concern for where I was. I quickly realized that I was in the galaxy. I turned to my left and there next to me was the earth anchored in the sky. It was enormous.  I could not rationalize the ratio of my size compared to the earth because all I felt was my presence. The colors were amazing. The hues of blues looked almost alive. I wanted to move closer to observe it. Just my thought of wanting  move closer, immediately brought me to it. I did not have use of hands or feet. It was just my presence which made me feel more alive than I had ever experienced in my entire life. The visual sharpness of my eyes were beyond this world. I was Immediately distracted by an extremely loud roaring sound. It did not effect my ears but it was almost as if it should.

I turned toward the sound only to see an enormous ball of light coming from behind the earth. It was a white light, much brighter than the sun, yet I was able to steer at it without blinking. It went out before me then headed as if to circle back around the earth.

Suddenly, I was back in my seat on the bus. My knees and heart were trembling. My eyes were tearing, however, not out of fear. It seemed as if it was from the toll the experience had on my body. I asked my daughter if anything unusual just happened, she shrugged her shoulders and went back to listening her music.

I immediately googled earth and bright light. The picture above is the closest that I could find. Even though the sky was dark, the earth was illuminated in my vision. This picture is perfect as I did not see any other planets.

1 Thessalonians 3:13 May he strengthen your hearts so that you will be blameless and holy in the presence of our God and Father when our Lord Jesus comes with all his holy ones.


2 Thessalonians 2:1-2 Concerning the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ and our being gathered to him, we ask you, brothers, not to become easily unsettled or alarmed by some prophecy, report or letter supposed to have come from us, saying that the day of the Lord has already come.

Hebrews 10:37 For in just a very little while, "He who is coming will come and will not delay.

Revelation of My Vision


It took about a month before I received revelation of the vision because I did not know to ask him at the time. I was too busy sharing it. After a couple weird steers and responses (oh, and being ridicule by a church leader) I asked God his purpose for showing me the vision.

I received revelation from two dreams. 

The first,  the clouds, then I saw the earth below me. I was conscious about the vision I had during the dream. I murmured to myself saying here we go again, the earth. as I gazed intently at it, I noticed the brown area that represents the land begun to sway to and fro. I thought about getting closer and immediately I was lowered with my presence only a few feet from the ground. The movement was actually a multitude of people standing all wearing brown garments. The all stood facing the same direction devoid of any expression. I did not see what they were looking at. I asked the Lord to reveal its meaning. A short time after he revealed that it represented judgement. I asked him why were they all wearing the same color. By revelation of the spirit I knew it meant their sin.

Still hoping for more clarity, I went in to prayer and asked for more clarity. I received another dream. This time the Lord himself met me in the clouds. Although I did not see him, his presence was quite visible to my spirit. I knew I just asked him a question regarding my dream and vision. He responded with great authority in His voice, "I am coming soon" he said. "It will be declared down there", as he pointed down, I saw the earth. "And it will be declared up here." The fact that we were in the clouds, I knew in my spirit that he meant in the sky. There will be evidence of the Lords return in the sky and on the planet. 

There have been many more dreams and conformations since then.

Let me make it absolutely clear, I do not know the day nor the hour of our Lord's imminent return. However, I believe in his message, so I am preparing for a hundred years and living like its my last.

Ecclesiastes 12:14 For God will bring every deed into judgment, with every secret thing, whether good or evil.

John 12:30-32 Jesus answered, “This voice has come for your sake, not mine. Now is the judgment of this world; now will the ruler of this world be cast out. And I, when I am lifted up from the earth, will draw all people to myself.”
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Understanding the Physical and Spiritual Realm


Most Christians today have no real foundation of what the spiritual realm is or the true nature of the Spiritual gifts God has for His people. People are afraid of the supernatural and rightly so because of the many counterfeit work of the enemy. He copies the works of the Father. He twists it and perverts it in order to deceive the children of God.

Choose for yourselves, Should we turn away from the glorious gifts of God out of fear? The very gifts that are given to us to stand against the enemy and build up the kingdom of our savior, should we walk away? The enemy wants to disarm the children of God. God does not send us in to battle unarmed. (Ephesian 6:10-18)

What does this have to do with dreams and visions? Well, the first thing is to understand that we serve a supernatural God. he is a Spirit. Secondly dreams and visions are brought to us through the spiritual realm Romans 8. I too at one point did not think about dreams and visions as a viable path to connect to God. He brought it to me and confirmed it through his word. Once I read the scriptures and accept it through faith, I begun to receive the voice of God in my spirit. I have had many dreams but only one vision.

"Does God still give visions to people today? Should believers expect visions to be a part of their Christian experience?"


Does God give visions to people today? YES! Should we expect visions to be an ordinary occurrence? No. As recorded in the Bible, God spoke to people many times by means of visions. Examples are Joseph, son of Jacob; Joseph, the husband of Mary; Solomon; Isaiah; Ezekiel; Daniel; Peter; and Paul. The prophet Joel predicted an outpouring of visions, and this was confirmed by the apostle Peter in Acts chapter 2. It is important to note that the difference between a vision and a dream is that a vision is given when a person is awake while a dream is given when a person is asleep.

In many parts of the world, God seems to be using visions and dreams extensively. In areas where there is little or no gospel message available, and where people do not have Bibles, God is taking His message to people directly through dreams and visions. This is entirely consistent with the biblical example of visions being frequently used by God to reveal His truth to people in the early days of Christianity. If God desires to communicate His message to a person, He can use whatever means He finds necessary—a missionary, an angel, a vision, or a dream. Of course, God also has the ability to give visions in areas where the gospel message is already readily available. There is no limit to what God can do.

At the same time, we must be careful when it comes to visions and the interpretation of visions. We must keep in mind that the Bible is finished, and it tells us everything we need to know. The key truth is that if God were to give a vision, it would agree completely with what He has already revealed in His Word. Visions should never be given equal or greater authority than the Word of God. God’s Word is our ultimate authority for Christian faith and practice. If you believe you have had a vision and feel that perhaps God gave it to you, prayerfully examine the Word of God and make sure your vision is in agreement with Scripture. Then prayerfully consider what God would have you do in response to the vision (James 1:5)God would not give a vision to a person and then keep the meaning of the vision hidden. In Scripture, whenever a person asked God for the meaning of a vision, God made sure it was explained to the person (Daniel 8:15-17).


Are our dreams from God?


A person’s dreams and the meaning of those dreams are between the person and God alone. In the past, God spoke to people sometimes in dreams. Examples are Joseph, son of Jacob (Genesis 37:5-10); Joseph, the husband of Mary (Matthew 2:12-22); Solomon (1 Kings 3:5-15); and several others (Daniel 2:1; 7:1; Matthew 27:19). There is also a prophecy of the prophet Joel (Joel 2:28), quoted by the apostle Peter in Acts 2:17, that mentions God using dreams. So God can speak through dreams, if He chooses to.

However, we must keep in mind that the Bible is complete, having revealed everything we need to know from now until eternity. This is not to say that God does not work miracles or even speak through dreams today, but anything God says, whether through a dream, vision, impression, or “still small voice,” will agree completely with what He has already revealed in His Word. Dreams cannot usurp the authority of Scripture.



If you have a dream and feel that perhaps God gave it to you, prayerfully examine the Word of God and make sure your dream is in agreement with Scripture. If it is, prayerfully consider what God would have you do in response to your dream (James 1:5). In Scripture, whenever anyone experienced a dream from God, God always made the meaning of the dream clear, whether directly to the person, through an angel, or through another messenger (Genesis 40:5-11; Daniel 2:45; 4:19). When God speaks to us, He makes sure His message is clearly understood.

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Joel 2:27-28 New International Version (NIV)
27 Then you will know that I am in Israel,
that I am the Lord your God,
and that there is no other;
never again will my people be shamed.

The Day of the Lord

28 “And afterward,
I will pour out my Spirit on all people.

Your sons and daughters will prophesy,

your old men will dream dreams,
your young men will see visions.

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US Invasion Dream 2015

I received this dream on early in the morning on Friday, May 22, 2015


I was in a huge house with many sections to it. At times some parts seemed without a roof. There were many people, could be hundreds. Everyone was quite busy, even to the point as I spoke I had to literally get out of their way.

I was speaking to someone about why a couple that I sort of knew did not ask me to be a part of their wedding. I was disappointed but not angry. My mother, who barely knew them was taking part and I was told it was because of her bubbly personality. There was a lot of business taken place. I then saw a friend in another section of the room showing off her dog's new hair cut.

I went by the steps of this great house and looked up in the sky and was alarmed to see several war planes in the sky. I yelled to everyone to come and see and immediately we all knew we were under attack. I was then taken in my spirit and given an aerial view of an highway with many trucks and war style vehicles. I remember seeing a futuristic type truck made of shiny metal with a huge missile on top of it. 

I then appeared at an outdoor conference where I knew I would find my family. The conference was with Michelle Obama and another female political person. I was anxious for them to finish the last question so that I could tell them what was on its way. Before I could say anything, everyone noticed the trucks coming and they began to run. The female figure next to Michelle ran off.


Next thing I saw was me running with my family. We found a building like a department store and ran in. The building was made of glass and there was nothing to hide us. As we sat shaking with a slew of other people, a general walked in. His face was stern and void of emotions. My teenage daughter began to cry hysterically. I was afraid we would stand out by her crying and be shot. The general ignored us and proceeded looking in the corner of a piece of furniture. He wore a khaki uniform with high boots and a cap. I remember thinking he was short for a general. he also had a full rounded face. There was no other detail on his uniform so I am not sure of his nationality. Here is a similar uniform being worn by the Germans but it could very well be Russia or Korea. There uniforms are very similar.

After laying a few minutes in bed, another dream that I had was brought to me. It was a dream regarding a war with a devastating aftermath. Buildings were torn down after bombings and people were living in rubble and hiding from the enemy who had invaded our country. It was a dream hat I had several years ago. The men were wearing the same uniforms in this dream as well. It was obvious that we had lost the war. 

I share this dream because the Lord has given me several within the last 2 years. I believe that an attack on America is eminent. I had no thoughts concerning this topic until he began bringing it to me in dreams. please use your own discernment and prayer.

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Vision: Angel and the Wind

On June 6, after waking up, I decided to take another minute before actually getting up. As I contemplated mustering up the strength I had a very quick vision. I saw what I immediately felt to be an angel. His face was turned down towards the earth from the sky and was swiftly approaching downward like a rocket.


All I could see of the angel was his face and shoulders. What stood out most was the expression he had on his face. It was a soft gentle smile. On his back he carried a great ball of wind. it covered the rest of his body. Actually, it was as if his entire body was made of a great powerful world wind.

I asked God if this was from him or a figment from my mind and I immediately saw a flash of the same vision. This time it was shown to me from a side view. I saw the side of his head and the clouds on his back.

I am not an artists but I tried to draw what I saw.

I am not sure the meaning of the vision. It seemed to have something to do with a whirlwind coming. Is it destructive? I don't know.

Hebrews 1:7 New Living Translation
Regarding the angels, he says, "He sends his angels like the winds, his servants like flames of fire."

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Dream of Jamaica and Spain

A few months ago, I believe sometime in February, I had a very vivid dream. I was looking over a great map as big as a plain. There was a divine presence with me. I was directed to the sign on the map which read Spain.  My attention was then directed to my left where I saw Jamaica on the map. I then heard a voice said, "Jamaica will fall first". I was startled because I knew it meant some form of destruction. In order to confirm what I had just heard, the map was brought closer to my eyes and then the word fall appeared. I was then directed back to Spain.

As soon as I woke up, I began to contemplate the location of Spain and Jamaica. I could not. So, I googled the world map. It was just as it was in my dream. Spain was directly across the Atlantic Ocean from Jamaica.
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The Work of Perseverance
per·se·ver·ance
ˌpərsəˈvirəns/
noun

steadfastness in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.
synonyms: persistencetenacitydeterminationstaying power, indefatigability,steadfastness, purposefulness

As I was waking in the morning, I heard a voice in my spirit that said, "Read James." I knew it was referring to the bible. As I laid lazily in pursuit of 10 more minutes to rest, my mind began to survey all that I knew in the book of James. I began to recite the most common themes in my head such as: Revenge is mine, Be quick to listen and Do not forget when you look in to the mirror. I suddenly thought, James is not one of my go to books. Luckily for me it was one of the Lord's. He knew how anxious and impatient I had been in praying.

Here is what I received in my spirit from James chapter 1:1-18.  (Please read before moving on if possible) 

The Spirit revealed this message to me in this manner: There are three kinds of people depicted. First, a poor man who is quite aware of his impoverish position and has fully realized that everything comes from the Lord. Secondly, another poor man who again is quite aware of his impoverish position and knew that he was unable meet his own needs. However, this man lacks the ability to be still (patience). Finally, the rich man who thinks he knows exactly how to satiate his desires without any help from the Lord.

The Message to Man #1


I Am the Lord thy God. I want to give you many of my precious gifts, everything for this life so you may exist in godliness. I have chosen to give you a new birth through my word of truth. However, your faith must be tested in order to be rewarded. I want you to exercise perseverance (a steadfast spirit). When the work of perseverance is completed, you will become rich(spiritual) not lacking anything. During this time of testing when things get really challenging, you may feel confused, abandon, and weak. Come to me and asked for wisdom, get understanding that surpasses all knowledge and I will set you free into the presence of my joy. When you ask, do not doubt my abilities nor my desire to answer you. I will open your eyes and you will be able to take pride (solace) in your high position which is your glorious riches that are found in me. Do this and you will be blessed. I will give to you the crown of life that I have promised to those who love me.


The Message to Man #2

I Am the Lord thy God. Yes, everything good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights who does not change like shifting shadows. "So I advise you to buy gold from me--gold that has been purified by fire. Then you will be rich. Also buy white garments from me so you will not be shamed by your nakedness, and ointment for your eyes so you will be able to see. (Rev 3:18 NLT). You have not contemplated my compassion or my faithfulness for you. So now you have easily become a prey for your enemy. He has sniffed out your ignorance and has enticed you with the passions of your flesh. See how he has begun to tempt you. Know my child that this is not from me. I the Lord do not tempt my children. Temptation is from the one who wishes to destroy you. He will first feed your hunger with counterfeit bread that appears to satisfy, but only for a moment. Your lack of perseverance in me only produce confusion. You now believe that you have two fathers. When one says no, you go to the other. Two fathers, two minds. You are now double minded. Do not believe that you will get anything from me. You will feed on the bread of confusion. Oh, you of little faith. There is no place to take pride in, because you are neither hot nor cold. Continue in your double minded ways and your passion will give birth to sin; and sin, when it is fully grown, will gives birth unto death.

The Message to Man #3

You say, 'I am rich. I have everything I want. I don't need a thing!' And you don't realize that you are wretched and miserable and poor and blind and naked. (Revelation 3:17 NLT) Look around at all that reflects temporary beauty, see how easily the scorching heat of the sun quickly withers the plants destroying its beauty? So also you will fade away even while you attend business as usual. You have yet to understand that every good and perfect gift is from me; yet you go to another. I tell you, take pride in your humiliation, your man-made glory is all that's left since you will pass away like a wild flower.


The Message to All Man Kind

2 Chronicles 7:14
.... if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.


Lamentations 3:17-26
17 I have been deprived of peace; I have forgotten what prosperity is. 
18 So I say, "My splendor is gone and all that I had hoped from the LORD."
19 I remember my affliction and my wandering, the bitterness and the gall. 
20 I well remember them, and my soul is downcast within me. 
21 Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: 
22 Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed, for his compassion never fail.
23 They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
24 I say to myself, "The LORD is my portion; therefore I will wait for him." 
25 The LORD is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him; 
26 it is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the LORD.


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