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DECEPTION: Leads to Distraction from the Truth (Mind-Related) Deception is Satan's attempt to get you to THINK contrary to who you are in Christ. At his very nature Satan was created to be a deceiver. He is the father of lies, and has become very experienced and subtle at deceptions of all kinds. His greatest deception is the way he presents his lies to us as our own thoughts. He speaks to us in first person singular, using our catch phrases, our words and expressions. For instance, if we were to have the thought, “Bobby didn't say ‘hi' to you this morning, maybe he doesn't like you anymore,” most of us would be able to at least recognize that it is not our thought. So the enemy has learned to phrase his lies using our language, our own expressions, so we will accept them as ours, swallowing the lie in the words. So the deception becomes, “Bobby didn't say hi to ME this morning, maybe he doesn't like ME anymore.” So we begin to think about and judge the situation based on what we think we're thinking, instead of what the truth is. It's very subtle, but that's the way it works. Pretty soon, we've entered into it. Cuz we figure, “okay, that's us. That's me. I didn't know I thought that way!” You don't! That's the deception. So the enemy's goal here is to get us to accept his thoughts as ours, and distract us from our focus on Jesus. TEMPTATION: Leads to Betrayal of Your Identity (Will-Related) Temptation is Satan's attempt to get you to ACT contrary to who you are in Christ. ACCUSATION: Leads to Condemnation (Emotion-Related) Accusation is Satan's attempt to get you to FEEL contrary to who you are in Christ.

Crisis Cycles Because God sometimes uses attacks from the enemy to accomplish His purposes, and we are most responsive to the Lord when we are going through something uncomfortable (mainly financial, relationship or physical/health challenges), we may find ourselves having to deal with the same kind of crisis in our lives over and over again until we acknowledge the interference of the enemy, why, where and how he has a legal or illegal influence in our lives, and then deal with him, taking authority over him if necessary, or getting healed and releasing him legally, as appropriate. If we ignore him he only gets stronger, and his roots go deeper into our lives and possibly into the lives of those we are in relationship with.

Crisis Cycles Because God sometimes uses attacks from the enemy to accomplish His purposes, and we are most responsive to the Lord when we are going through something uncomfortable (mainly financial, relationship or physical/health challenges), we may find ourselves having to deal with the same kind of crisis in our lives over and over again until we acknowledge the interference of the enemy, why, where and how he has a legal or illegal influence in our lives, and then deal with him, taking authority over him if necessary, or getting healed and releasing him legally, as appropriate. If we ignore him he only gets stronger, and his roots go deeper into our lives and possibly into the lives of those we are in relationship with.

Unexplained, unwarranted or inappropriate thoughts, decisions or emotions Each of us is likely to have an “off” day now and then, so we don't want to get into a “demon under every rock” mentality; on the other hand, we don't want to make any assumptions either. Generally we want to simply consider an attack from the enemy as a possibility whenever we feel, think, or behave erratically or inappropriately, especially if it involves not being able to remember it later, or control our thoughts, actions or feelings when we want to. Demonic or supernatural manifestations We experience these manifestations both in the natural and supernatural realms. In the natural realm, we perceive the demonic with our natural senses: sight, hearing, taste, touch and smell. In the supernatural realm, many of these same senses operate on a distinct level. We have the perception of these creatures or activities accordingly, though others in the same room may not experience or perceive them at all. Over time our spirit teaches our soul how to distinguish the different realms and how to not only recognize the activity in each but how to respond and overcome.

Symptoms of Attacks of the Enemy: We are most vulnerable to the attacks of the enemy where we have unhealed wounds in our soul and are therefore walking after the flesh in that area. Where we believe a lie, the enemy has a legal right to interfere in our lives. We often confuse an onslaught of the enemy with a flare-up of our flesh or attribute it to the circumstance, another person or our selves. The symptoms each of us experience will be unique according to our particular situation, and will run the gamut from extremely subtle to overt. Later we will examine ways to tune our senses so that even the subtlest attack of the enemy will be obvious, as will be our counter-attack. Like using night-vision goggles, we can learn to observe his attacks and either avoid or overcome them.

Symptoms of Attacks of the Enemy: We are most vulnerable to the attacks of the enemy where we have unhealed wounds in our soul and are therefore walking after the flesh in that area. Where we believe a lie, the enemy has a legal right to interfere in our lives. We often confuse an onslaught of the enemy with a flare-up of our flesh or attribute it to the circumstance, another person or our selves. The symptoms each of us experience will be unique according to our particular situation, and will run the gamut from extremely subtle to overt. Later we will examine ways to tune our senses so that even the subtlest attack of the enemy will be obvious, as will be our counter-attack. Like using night-vision goggles, we can learn to observe his attacks and either avoid or overcome them.

Goal and Purpose of the Enemy Satan's main approaches are to distract the saints from the purposes of God, encourage self-reliance in the saints, misdirect the energy of the saints, and discourage the saints, attempting to destroy their faith. His ultimate goal is to prevent God from achieving His goals.

Goal and Purpose of the Enemy Satan's main approaches are to distract the saints from the purposes of God, encourage self-reliance in the saints, misdirect the energy of the saints, and discourage the saints, attempting to destroy their faith. His ultimate goal is to prevent God from achieving His goals.

Goal and Purpose of the Enemy

God could get rid of Satan and his gang with a single thought (or likewise take us out of harm's way), but He leaves us in the devil's pathway so we can learn how to do battle. Remember, we are called Overcomers as well as Saints.

In II Corinthians 2:11, Paul refers to his recognition of a tactic of the enemy, boldly stating “lest Satan should take advantage of us; for we are not ignorant of his devices.” This hardly seems to be true for us. Instead, most of our time and thoughts seem to be tied up in wondering how we're doing, if we're on the right track, if we're pleasing to God. So how can Paul claim to not be ignorant of the enemy's devices? And how can we practically pursue our lessons so that we can say the same thing?

How to test what you hear. Learning by experience. One of the purposes is to help you become comfortable talking to God, asking Him questions, building a relationship.

How to test what you hear. Learning by experience.

How to test what you hear. Learning by experience.

Learning by experience. Yes, No, Maybe, Silence  

How to test what you hear.

How to test what you hear.

As you learn to live as a Spirit being here on this earth, you will encounter all kinds of new situations and beings that may or may not fit into your expectations. Treat each with the confidence of knowing your own authority and power, yet with the respect due the unknown. This is not an area to be sarcastic or playful or teasing. Treat others, and other situations, the way you wish to be treated. All was created by God, for you for this time, and is deserving of high regard. That doesn't mean you don't banish the demonic, but not out of emotion or personal motivations, but by direction of the spirit within.

You will encounter what you fear.

Going beyond the how-to's, let's just DO.

Going beyond the how-to's, let's just DO.

Going beyond the how-to's, let's just DO.

Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Mid-Day: Speaking in TonguesInterpretationSpeaking Life to a person or situationLaying hands in inconspicuous waySpeaking change and revelation over situation or person Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleep

Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?” Mid-Day: Speaking in TonguesInterpretationSpeaking Life to a person or situationLaying hands in inconspicuous waySpeaking change and revelation over situation or person   Most of what we have written in the Bible was for public consumption; it is likely that Jesus taught his disciples by example how to deal with strongholds and principalities and personal needs that we don't have in a record.   Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worship

Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?” Mid-Day: Speaking in TonguesInterpretationSpeaking Life to a person or situationLaying hands in inconspicuous waySpeaking change and revelation over situation or person   Most of what we have written in the Bible was for public consumption; it is likely that Jesus taught his disciples by example how to deal with strongholds and principalities and personal needs that we don't have in a record.   Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worship

Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Mid-Day: Speaking in TonguesInterpretation   Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

As we experience God's goodness, our thirst for more of Him increases, helping us to release anything that intrudes on our relationship and enjoyment. Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

As we experience God's goodness, our thirst for more of Him increases, helping us to release anything that intrudes on our relationship and enjoyment. Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

As we experience God's goodness, our thirst for more of Him increases, helping us to release anything that intrudes on our relationship and enjoyment. Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

As we experience God's goodness, our thirst for more of Him increases, helping us to release anything that intrudes on our relationship and enjoyment. Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

As we experience God's goodness, our thirst for more of Him increases, helping us to release anything that intrudes on our relationship and enjoyment. Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

As we experience God's goodness, our thirst for more of Him increases, helping us to release anything that intrudes on our relationship and enjoyment. Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

As we experience God's goodness, our thirst for more of Him increases, helping us to release anything that intrudes on our relationship and enjoyment. Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

As we experience God's goodness, our thirst for more of Him increases, helping us to release anything that intrudes on our relationship and enjoyment. Mornings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: Remind yourself that God loves you completely and eternally and that there's nothing you can do to stop Him20 minutes waiting“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

Keep good records of all your encounters; writing it out longhand reenforces the experience" into your brain. The Lord may tell you to do something, give you an answer to a question, or even ask you a question. Mornings: 20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: 20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

Keep good records of all your encounters; writing it out longhand reenforces the experience" into your brain. The Lord may tell you to do something, give you an answer to a question, or even ask you a question. Mornings: 20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up?“Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to…When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?”This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the dayLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: 20 minutes waiting - suspended & available“Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questionsDid I miss you?Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down?“Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to youWhen He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?”Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worshipThis will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleepLater we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

Keep good records of all your encounters; writing it out longhand reenforces the experience" into your brain. The Lord may tell you to do something, give you an answer to a question, or even ask you a question. Mornings: 20 minutes waiting - suspended & available “Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me last night?” For now we are sticking with "yes" and "no" questions Did I miss you? Did I forget about your visit by the time I woke up? “Lord, draw my attention three times today.” Best not to tell Him what to draw your attention to… When He does draw your attention, ask, “Lord, is that you?” This will increase your awareness and sensitivity throughout the day Later we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop the habit. Evenings: 20 minutes waiting - suspended & available “Lord (God, Father, Jesus, Holy Spirit - whatever) did you visit me today?” For now we are sticking with yes and no questions Did I miss you? Did I forget about your visit before I could write it down? “Lord, please visit me tonight, with your presence.” Best not to limit how He comes to you When He does visit you at night, ask, “Lord, is that you?” Just sit with Him. Don't need to talk or pray or worship This will increase your awareness and sensitivity even in your sleep Later we'll talk about what to do next, for right now just develop these habit.

In this new series, each of us will develop a plan that fits our lifestyle and goals. We will start very simply and build on the foundation laid in this episode. Even if you feel you have already conquered these steps, try them again and compare with your past experiences. The Lord may have something special to say to you!

So What Exactly are Supernatural Experiences? Supernatural Experiences can be broadly defined as the reality of the spiritual and natural realms breaking through and/or being revealed to our soul, which exists in the supernatural realm. This is why learning to wait on the Lord and being able to hear His voice is so important—it is only by having our senses tuned to Him, to His reality (the spirit realm), that we will be able to see from His vantage point in our soul. He cleans out our ears, lifts the veil from our eyes, sensitizes us to His movement and utilizes all of our senses to become aware of the slightest activity in the supernatural realm. A great illustration of this is in 2 Kings 6:17: And Elisha prayed, and said, LORD, I pray thee, open his eyes, that he may see. And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man; and he saw: and, behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire round about Elisha. If our senses are not tuned to what is going on in the supernatural, we will not recognize it. It will still be going on, we will just not be able to engage in battle, worship, rest, victory, etc.

So What Exactly are Supernatural Experiences? Supernatural Experiences can be broadly defined as the reality of the spiritual and natural realms breaking through and/or being revealed to our soul, which exists in the supernatural realm. This is why learning to wait on the Lord and being able to hear His voice is so important—it is only by having our senses tuned to Him, to His reality (the spirit realm), that we will be able to see from His vantage point in our soul. He cleans out our ears, lifts the veil from our eyes, sensitizes us to His movement and utilizes all of our senses to become aware of the slightest activity in the supernatural realm. A great illustration of this is in 2 Kings 6:17: And Elisha prayed, and said, LORD, I pray thee, open his eyes, that he may see. And the LORD opened the eyes of the young man; and he saw: and, behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire round about Elisha. If our senses are not tuned to what is going on in the supernatural, we will not recognize it. It will still be going on, we will just not be able to engage in battle, worship, rest, victory, etc.

Positive Supernatural Experiences are part of the Believers' daily experience and should be cultivated, valued, enjoyed and appreciated. The Holy Spirit can be trusted to train, protect and provide whatever is necessary to promote His agenda, keeping us focused on His goals and plan. Because we're depending on the Lord to BE Lord, we can rest, enjoy and prevail through whatever kind of experiences He has planned for us. Negative  Those who have a negative attitude toward supernatural experiences usually do so because of misinformation, based on someone else's experience or opinion, or the fear of being out of control and the possibility of making a mistake or being hurt. One of the reasons the Lord wants us to want supernatural experiences is to expose those areas in our belief system that are based on a lack of confidence in God (dependence on self-strength) and abdication of the authority we have been given in Christ. We have nothing to fear from trying new things and asking for supernatural experiences. Period. Neutral This stance toward the supernatural is characterized in word or deed by the thought that, “If God wanted me to have supernatural experiences, I'd be having them.” This nullifies our personal relationship with God, in that He wants us to want Him, and want everything He wants us to have. We will have to learn to deal with the supernatural sometime, so it is wise to take advantage of every opportunity now. Ignorant  Ignorance of the supernatural, or our involvement, is no excuse, and even makes us vulnerable to our enemies the world, the flesh and the devil. The supernatural realm is the main battleground for our life here on earth; not doing our homework and failing to fully engage in life now merely puts off till later what God has arranged, at great expense, to accomplish now.

Positive Supernatural Experiences are part of the Believers' daily experience and should be cultivated, valued, enjoyed and appreciated. The Holy Spirit can be trusted to train, protect and provide whatever is necessary to promote His agenda, keeping us focused on His goals and plan. Because we're depending on the Lord to BE Lord, we can rest, enjoy and prevail through whatever kind of experiences He has planned for us. Negative  Those who have a negative attitude toward supernatural experiences usually do so because of misinformation, based on someone else's experience or opinion, or the fear of being out of control and the possibility of making a mistake or being hurt. One of the reasons the Lord wants us to want supernatural experiences is to expose those areas in our belief system that are based on a lack of confidence in God (dependence on self-strength) and abdication of the authority we have been given in Christ. We have nothing to fear from trying new things and asking for supernatural experiences. Period. Neutral This stance toward the supernatural is characterized in word or deed by the thought that, “If God wanted me to have supernatural experiences, I'd be having them.” This nullifies our personal relationship with God, in that He wants us to want Him, and want everything He wants us to have. We will have to learn to deal with the supernatural sometime, so it is wise to take advantage of every opportunity now. Ignorant  Ignorance of the supernatural, or our involvement, is no excuse, and even makes us vulnerable to our enemies the world, the flesh and the devil. The supernatural realm is the main battleground for our life here on earth; not doing our homework and failing to fully engage in life now merely puts off till later what God has arranged, at great expense, to accomplish now.

Positive Supernatural Experiences are part of the Believers' daily experience and should be cultivated, valued, enjoyed and appreciated. The Holy Spirit can be trusted to train, protect and provide whatever is necessary to promote His agenda, keeping us focused on His goals and plan. Because we're depending on the Lord to BE Lord, we can rest, enjoy and prevail through whatever kind of experiences He has planned for us. Negative  Those who have a negative attitude toward supernatural experiences usually do so because of misinformation, based on someone else's experience or opinion, or the fear of being out of control and the possibility of making a mistake or being hurt. One of the reasons the Lord wants us to want supernatural experiences is to expose those areas in our belief system that are based on a lack of confidence in God (dependence on self-strength) and abdication of the authority we have been given in Christ. We have nothing to fear from trying new things and asking for supernatural experiences. Period. Neutral This stance toward the supernatural is characterized in word or deed by the thought that, “If God wanted me to have supernatural experiences, I'd be having them.” This nullifies our personal relationship with God, in that He wants us to want Him, and want everything He wants us to have. We will have to learn to deal with the supernatural sometime, so it is wise to take advantage of every opportunity now. Ignorant  Ignorance of the supernatural, or our involvement, is no excuse, and even makes us vulnerable to our enemies the world, the flesh and the devil. The supernatural realm is the main battleground for our life here on earth; not doing our homework and failing to fully engage in life now merely puts off till later what God has arranged, at great expense, to accomplish now.

Experiencing the supernatural should be a normal aspect of every believers' life. In fact, it already is, but our senses have not become tuned to what the Lord is already doing in the spiritual, supernatural and natural realms. So by learning to wait on Him, hear His voice and cultivate quietness, we have provided an environment for the Lord to reveal to us what is already happening all around us now. Because supernatural experiences are already occurring, we want to learn to be both observant and confident that the Lord provides the training and protection we need as we venture into new experiences. Just as if we were to move to a new country, we would have to learn the laws, language, cultural traditions, challenges and dangers that reside in that land. As overcomers, know that who you truly are, a spirit-being, has already accepted the challenge and adventure of exploring your inheritance (authority over this realm) and enjoy learning to know the Lord by expanding your need to depend on Him.

The First Step: Tie up loose ends with God, with yourself, with others. Is there anything that you need to clear up with God? Any doubt, fear, question? Write it out.  You don't have to have the answer or resolution now, you just need to have it out in the open. Hidden resentments can hinder your hearing and seeing and being; this is private between you and God. Is there anything that you need to clear up with yourself? Sometimes we are hardest on ourselves, shaming, blaming and holding on to regrets. Do whatever is necessary to be free from the weight of your past. Again you don't have to be fully free now, just be working on it. The process will expose any areas that need behavior change. Be ready. Is there anything that you need to clear up with others? Remember that forgiveness doesn't free the other person, it frees you. And YOU are a forgiving person; you CAN'T not forgive. Likewise if you need to restore or walk away from a relationship, even if its a process, put it on the table as part of your learning to live as a spirit being here on this earth.

The First Step: Tie up loose ends with God, with yourself, with others. Is there anything that you need to clear up with God? Any doubt, fear, question? Write it out.  You don't have to have the answer or resolution now, you just need to have it out in the open. Hidden resentments can hinder your hearing and seeing and being; this is private between you and God. Is there anything that you need to clear up with yourself? Sometimes we are hardest on ourselves, shaming, blaming and holding on to regrets. Do whatever is necessary to be free from the weight of your past. Again you don't have to be fully free now, just be working on it. The process will expose any areas that need behavior change. Be ready. Is there anything that you need to clear up with others? Remember that forgiveness doesn't free the other person, it frees you. And YOU are a forgiving person; you CAN'T not forgive. Likewise if you need to restore or walk away from a relationship, even if its a process, put it on the table as part of your learning to live as a spirit being here on this earth.

The First Step: Tie up loose ends with God, with yourself, with others. Is there anything that you need to clear up with God? Any doubt, fear, question? Write it out.  You don't have to have the answer or resolution now, you just need to have it out in the open. Hidden resentments can hinder your hearing and seeing and being; this is private between you and God. Is there anything that you need to clear up with yourself? Sometimes we are hardest on ourselves, shaming, blaming and holding on to regrets. Do whatever is necessary to be free from the weight of your past. Again you don't have to be fully free now, just be working on it. The process will expose any areas that need behavior change. Be ready. Is there anything that you need to clear up with others? Remember that forgiveness doesn't free the other person, it frees you. And YOU are a forgiving person; you CAN'T not forgive. Likewise if you need to restore or walk away from a relationship, even if its a process, put it on the table as part of your learning to live as a spirit being here on this earth.

The First Step: Tie up loose ends with God, with yourself, with others. Is there anything that you need to clear up with God? Any doubt, fear, question? Write it out.  You don't have to have the answer or resolution now, you just need to have it out in the open. Hidden resentments can hinder your hearing and seeing and being; this is private between you and God. Is there anything that you need to clear up with yourself? Sometimes we are hardest on ourselves, shaming, blaming and holding on to regrets. Do whatever is necessary to be free from the weight of your past. Again you don't have to be fully free now, just be working on it. The process will expose any areas that need behavior change. Be ready. Is there anything that you need to clear up with others? Remember that forgiveness doesn't free the other person, it frees you. And YOU are a forgiving person; you CAN'T not forgive. Likewise if you need to restore or walk away from a relationship, even if its a process, put it on the table as part of your learning to live as a spirit being here on this earth.

Is there anything that you need to clear up with God? Any doubt, fear, question? Write it out.  You don't have to have the answer or resolution now, you just need to have it out in the open. Hidden resentments can hinder your hearing and seeing and being; this is private between you and God. Is there anything that you need to clear up with yourself? Sometimes we are hardest on ourselves, shaming, blaming and holding on to regrets. Do whatever is necessary to be free from the weight of your past. Again you don't have to be fully free now, just be working on it. The process will expose any areas that need behavior change. Be ready. Is there anything that you need to clear up with others? Remember that forgiveness doesn't free the other person, it frees you. And YOU are a forgiving person; you CAN'T not forgive. Likewise if you need to restore or walk away from a relationship, even if its a process, put it on the table as part of your learning to live as a spirit being here on this earth.