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Mourning Morning

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Contents

CHAPTER ONE..............................1Praying Pray.............................3CHAPTER TWO..............................15Expecting Expectance.....................17CHAPTER THREE............................23Braking Brakes...........................25CHAPTER FOUR.............................33Reigning Rein............................35CHAPTER FIVE.............................45Mourning Morning.........................49CHAPTER SIX..............................57Preying Prey.............................59CHAPTER SEVEN............................67Accepting Acceptance.....................69CHAPTER EIGHT............................77Breaking Breaks..........................79CHAPTER NINE.............................85Raining Rain.............................87CHAPTER TEN..............................91Godly Giving.............................93

Chapter One

Praying to God, Jehovah, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, seeking His Spiritual guidance assists us in being victorious as we faithfully pursue His will. The first book I wrote is titled ¿Uncertainties? And Reasoning. The first feedback I received was pertaining to my religious affiliation. Some people asked if I was a Jehovah's Witness. In asking why these individuals made this assumption, it was because of my reference to our Lord, calling Him, Jehovah. As a Christian, I agree with fellow Christian members (regardless of denomination) who accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. My belief is that our main goal is to follow God's will, His word, commandments, and guidance in seeking His Heavenly Kingdom.

According to Romans 10:8-13, "If you declare with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. As Scripture says, "Anyone who believes in him will never be put to shame." For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile—the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on him, for, "Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved" (NIV).

As to referring to our Lord as Jehovah, allow me to share supporting Scriptural content depicting the name of Jehovah. According to Psalm 83:18, King James Version, "That men may know that thou, whose name alone is JEHOVAH, art the most high over all the earth." The New International Version of Psalm 83:18 reads, "Let them know that you, whose name is the LORD—that you alone are the Most High over all the earth."

Exodus 6:2-3 King James Version reads, "And God spake unto Moses, and said unto him, I am the LORD: And I appeared unto Abraham, unto Isaac, and unto Jacob, by the name of God Almighty, but by my name JEHOVAH was I not known to them." Exodus 6:2-3 New International Version reads, "God also said to Moses, "I am the LORD. I appeared to Abraham, to Isaac and to Jacob as God Almighty, but by my name the LORD I did not make myself fully known to them."

According to Isaiah 12:2 King James Version "Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the LORD JEHOVAH is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation. Isaiah 12:2 New International Version reads "Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The LORD, the LORD himself, is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation."

According to Isaiah 26:4 King James Version, "Trust ye in the LORD for ever: for in the LORD JEHOVAH is everlasting strength." The New International Version reads "Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD, the LORD himself, is the Rock eternal" (Isaiah 26:4).

The above Scriptures reveal that Jehovah is Lord. Engaging in prayers worshipping God, Jehovah, or Lord through His Son, our Savior Jesus Christ is heard in heaven by our Father. Jehovah is Lord, He is our God. (Additional KJV and NIV references pertaining to Jehovahjireh, Jehovahnissi, and Jehovahshalom, are located in the books of Genesis 22:14, Exodus 17:15, and Judges 6:24; respectively).

Prayer is a powerful form of engaging in spiritual warfare. The enemy desires no intervention from our Lord during their attacks on us. Realizing effective prayer is the fastest way to defeat evil forces, foes attempt to build heavy blocks in our minds to corrupt thinking patterns shackling us to believe there is no room for productivity. These barriers or strongholds weigh heavily on us lowering self-esteem, and hope, while blurring visions for eternal possibilities or avenues of escape. Allowing the negative thoughts and attitudes to control our minds and behaviors mean we are simply giving up, allowing evil forces to take over and constantly gain ground during our battle. This is not Jehovah's will as His many promises reveal that He will not only lead us into battle but also defend us. "Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you" (Deuteronomy 31:6 NKJV).

Enemy attacks try to derail us from achieving objectives implementing views of disillusion prompting us not to wage war against them. Standing by faith, we must acknowledge our Father and know that by following His commandments and laws we can overcome any situation. "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us" (Romans 8:35, 37 NIV).

According to 1 Corinthians 10:13, "No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it" (NIV). Resorting to prayer strengthens us as we invoke Jehovah's divine presence to remove immoral attitudes, behaviors, and temptations luring us to evil forces. We may experience a few restless nights that we are constantly Mourning Morning, not desiring to get out of bed to start another challenging day, while dreading the prospect of defeat. Remember that Deuteronomy 20:4 states, "For the LORD your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory" (NIV). We should thank God for our current situation, taking care of us, and pray that He blesses us with an opportunity to live another day under His grace and mercy. Remove worries because God promises that "In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety" (Psalm 4:8 NIV). Get some rest and enjoy sweet dreams! If it is Jehovah's will, as you awake, get up off your mat and rejoice!

Understanding that at times we experience feelings of laziness, loss, oppression, tiredness, and hindrances one must react with authority. During those moments, wisely using the remaining energy in our bodies, we should drop to our knees and "pray without ceasing" (1 Thessalonians 5:17 KJV). Rebuke all negative thoughts not in compliance with Jehovah's will. "We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ" (2 Corinthians 10:5 NIV). Having the power to demolish strongholds, we must thank Jehovah for His assistance in devouring...