Small Straws In A Soft Wind - March
 

March 1: Position yourself spiritually to receive all that I have for you. For those who are living beneath your potential, it is time for you to rise up and live according to My grace and empowerment. Allow Me to lift you up above what you have imagined. That which has seemed impossible to you is possible with Me. Luke 18:27 But He said, "The things which are impossible with men are possible with God."

March 2: As you set your heart to walk with Me continuously, you will find that your capacity for compassion is growing. I am a compassionate God, and I see and know the difficulties and issues that hinder your progression. Trust Me to give you the strength and wisdom to navigate burdensome times. Do not be afraid. Psalms 27:14 Wait on the Lord; be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; wait, I say, on the Lord!

March 3: Many of you, My people, need a time of restoration and refreshing. I have made that available to you, but you must quiet your soul and earnestly seek to receive this spiritual rain. You cannot be refreshed as long as you are still anxious and fretting. Calm down and trust Me with your life. Zechariah 2:13 "Be silent, all flesh, before the LORD, for He is aroused from His holy habitation!"

March 4: Keep pressing through the issues that have caused great consternation. Ask for wisdom in what you must do next, and I will speak to your heart and give you direction. But it will be in My still small voice which can only be heard when you silence your flesh. The world shouts. I whisper. 1 Kings 19:11-12 Then He said, "Go out, and stand on the mountain before the Lord." And behold, the Lord passed by, and a great and strong wind tore into the mountains and broke the rocks in pieces before the Lord, but the Lord was not in the wind; and after the wind an earthquake, but the LORD was not in the earthquake; and after the earthquake a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire; and after the fire a still small voice.

March 5: This is no time to give up. You have come this far, but you have not arrived. Forgive those who have hindered or obstructed your progress, and then gather your strength and determination to move forward. You are not alone; I am with you to help you accomplish that which is ahead. Be strong. Exodus 15:2 The Lord is my strength and song, and He has become my salvation; He is my God, and I will praise Him; my father’s God, and I will exalt Him.

March 6: Take advantage of every opportunity to be kind. Remember that every act of material and emotional generosity is a seed sown in the unseen realm. And every seed will produce a harvest that will be multiplied back to you. This is a spiritual law that cannot be broken. But also remember that any mean-spirited act of selfishness will also produce a harvest. Galatians 6:7 Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.

March 7: The road has been rocky, and life experiences have been problematic and dangerous. But, I have been with you to help you in every circumstance. You are Mine; you belong to Me. Set your heart on peace, and let My peace permeate every fiber of your being. Do not be afraid. Rather, do all you can to put the trouble behind you, and be strong. Philippians 4:6-7 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

March 8: When you fall short of your goals, put things in perspective. Many of your goals are self-imposed and difficult to attain. Then you beat yourself up when you fail. Know that My goals for you are reasonable and attainable. They are to seek Me with all your heart and walk with Me in spirit and in truth. I have sent the Holy Spirit to be with you and dwell in you. Receive Him. Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?

March 9: These are times when it is difficult to find your center of balance and sense of stability. But the truth of the matter is that the only solid and lasting stability is found spiritually when you stay connected to Me. Days, months, and years continue as they always have and it is up to you to set your sights on that which is eternal and not temporary. 2 Corinthians 4:17-18 For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal.

March 10: Dedicate time to come into My presence and to search the height and depth of your own soul and spirit to see where you really are spiritually. Allow Me to reveal the places in you that are not aligned with the truth of My Word and My will. Being one with Me means that we are in complete unity of thought, word and deed. John 17:20-21 "I do not pray for these alone, but also for those who will believe in Me through their word; that they all may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may be one in Us, that the world may believe that You sent Me."

March 11: Do not lose hope. You have not been given more than you can handle, but you must manage your time and stress level by seeking Me in every circumstance. You can attain the peace you desire as you earnestly walk and live in My Spirit. I will strengthen you and give you the confidence necessary for you to succeed. Galatians 5:25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.

March 12: Regardless of the bizarre nature of current circumstances, I never change. You can count on Me to be the same. My word is true and powerful and is the solid rock on which you must stand. Refuse to succumb to pressure, fear, and worry. Get grounded in Me because I am your strength in times of trouble. Luke 6:47-48 "Whoever comes to Me, and hears My sayings and does them, I will show you whom he is like: He is like a man building a house, who dug deep and laid the foundation on the rock. And when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently against that house, and could not shake it, for it was founded on the rock."

March 13: I am well aware that you have been in the doldrums and that it has been more difficult to think and be aware of the nuances in your surroundings. This phase of what seems to be sleep-walking will soon be a thing of the past as you begin to awaken. Know that you are not alone and that many are enduring a similar annoyance. Rest in the hope of better things. Hebrews 6:9 But, beloved, we are confident of better things concerning you, yes, things that accompany salvation, though we speak in this manner.

March 14: Remember who you are. I do not speak of external conditions; I speak of the depth of your being. You are solid and strong as you stand on the rock foundation of the Spirit. You are more than a conqueror and victorious in all things. Do not settle for less than who you are in Me. Romans 8:37 Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.

March 15: In a vision I saw a sailboat not moving because of the lack of wind, and I heard the Lord say: The wind of My Spirit will soon move you again. The worst is behind you, and you are ready to proceed with new hope. You are on the cusp of better things. The time has come for spiritual and natural progression as you leave the past behind and reach forward. Philippians 3:13-14 Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.

March 16: Take a good look at the things you have postponed. When you procrastinate because of dread, remind yourself that you will have to face the facts sooner or later. Putting off what you need to do will not make it better or easier. If you need help ask. If you need wisdom ask. Refuse to allow this issue to cause you to get stuck. Psalms 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

March 17: I will cause you to search the height and depth of your own soul and spirit to see what you really believe and to reveal the places in you that are not aligned with the truth of My Word and will. This is a prime opportunity to make adjustments before you forge ahead. Do not be afraid to be honest in your self examination; it is the way to spiritual freedom. John 8:31-32 Then Jesus said to those who believed Him, "If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free."

March 18: When you encounter a problem that is beyond your control or not a quick fix, take a deep breath and refuse to get stressed out. Impatience will not help, so settle yourself to do nothing until there is actually something that you can do. And come into My presence to find that place of peace that is available to you as you abide in Me. Psalm 34:14 Depart from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.

March 19: Temptations will come to regret past decisions and actions, but I tell you that you must leave it all behind. You cannot change the past, but you can make changes that will affect your future. Go forward with faith that I have a plan and purpose for your life. Get in the flow of My Spirit and let Me lead the way. Isaiah 42:16 I will bring the blind by a way they did not know; I will lead them in paths they have not known. I will make darkness light before them, and crooked places straight. These things I will do for them, and not forsake them.

March 20: To those who feel useless and out-of-touch I say do not despair. What has felt like a choke hold will be released and doors will open before you that will put you on the road to recovery and progression. Refuse to sit down in a mood of desperation or wallow in self-pity. Arise internally and see your possibilities. I have given you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.

March 21: When you find yourself in the monotony of every day looking the same as yesterday and the day before, it is time to begin to make plans that will get you out of the rut. It doesn't have to be anything extravagant, but just something to create interest and variety in order to alleviate boredom and tedious repetition. No one is going to do this for you, but one thing you can do is spend more productive time in My presence as you seek to grow spiritually. Psalm 27:8 When You said, "Seek My face," my heart said to You, "Your face, Lord, I will seek."

March 22: I had a dream that repeated over and over again the same series of interactions in an uneventful narrative. When I woke up, I thought, "That was stupid." Then the voice of wisdom came. This is the way of the world. If you desire to achieve a different outcome you have to change your outlook and what you value. You choose. John 2:15 Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not of the Father but is of the world. And the world is passing away, and the lust of it; but he who does the will of God abides forever.

March 23: Endurance is your spiritual super power. Your life on earth is not a sprint, it is a journey that requires fortitude. You have come this far, and it would be a shame if you were to get tired and give up. Keep pressing through no matter how difficult circumstances become. I have given you the ability and strength to overcome if that is your desire. Hebrews 12:1-3 Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls.

March 24: When your heart is overwhelmed with suffering in the world and even in your own circumstances, I am greater than your heart. Look to Me for guidance and comfort. Refuse to get bogged down in hopelessness and despair. There is a hope that transcends that which is temporary and establishes eternal life. 2 Corinthians 4:8-10 We are hard pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed, always carrying about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our body.

March 25: Stay centered in My presence. The circumstances that you face at this time will require more patience than you thought necessary. Be strong and unwavering as you plow through the necessary steps required to fulfill your responsibilities. Refuse to get overwhelmed and keep pressing on. The end will justify the means. Psalm 61:2 From the end of the earth I will cry to You, when my heart is overwhelmed; lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

March 26: You are still in a time of transition between that which is coming to a close and that which is just ahead. There will be a very distinct difference between where you have been and where you are going. You are in the process of ascending to a higher level of natural experience and spiritual existence. Letting go of the past is vital to your freedom in moving ahead. Endeavor to stay clear and clean so that you can hear My voice and discern My leading. Ephesians 1:4 He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before Him in love.

March 27: Refuse to allow frustration to derail your efforts. Do your best to stay calm and be methodical in your process. Trust Me to give you the wisdom you need to accomplish all that is before you. Quiet your soul and do not be afraid. You will not fail. You will come through this challenge victoriously. 1 John 5:4 For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith.

March 28: The windows of heaven are open to pour out a greater measure of My Spirit on those who are hungry for heightened spiritual clarity and gifting. It is there to be received by those who have a desire to grow and produce the fruit of living and walking in the Spirit. Position yourself and set your heart to burst forth with renewed desire and vitality. 1 Corinthians 2:14 But the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; nor can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned.

March 29: When you are weak, I will make you strong. I will comfort you and lift you up when you are down, and I will help you in times of trouble. Do not be afraid, I am with you to establish you in peace and safety. Never doubt My love for you and go forth in the assurance of My presence. Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

March 30: Do what you can to establish and maintain spiritual and emotional balance. It is imperative that you stay strong and steady especially when faced with uncertainty and upheaval. I will give you wisdom in accommodating change. You will once again find a sense of normal but not without effort and putting your trust in Me. Psalms 9:10 And those who know Your name will put their trust in You; for You, Lord, have not forsaken those who seek You.

March 31: You will have opportunities to re-evaluate areas of your life that need adjusting. The temptation will come to throw everything out the window and just start over, but that may not be the best course of action. Not everything needs change, so you must not overreact and do more than is required. I will give you the wisdom you need to do the right thing. Proverbs 3:6 In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct yo