words

Today I experienced something - a new thing. Some would say a prophetic word was spoken over me. Now, there are people in my life whom I believe to have the gift of prophecy. And they have spoken words to me before, which I believe to have come from God and I received. But they know me personally. But today, someone whom I don't know personally and I don't believe had any knowledge of me said some very interesting things that leave me with only one option - his words come directly from God. Now, he admitted that he doesn't know if they relate to my past, present or future - he is only being obedient to say them. He started by saying, "I hear something, but I'm not really sure how to say it." I asked him to speak honestly. He also seemed concerned about time - (I was concerned about not being able to leave in time to make it to class) to which I responded, "take all the time you need." So, here's what he said....or something like it:

"Many people hear laughter from you. It is good. You are good to be around. People see your laughter. But God hears your weeping in the quiet place, he sees your tears. He takes your tears and gathers them together, they are beautiful to Him. He wants you to know that the time has not passed, it is not too late. It will happen in God's time. You are good to be around. Remember that with God nothing is impossible. You are better today than you were yesterday. Satan has told you lies, do not believe them. Go home today and look in the mirror and say, "I love you" and believe it. It is like God is turning the knobs one by one.....click, click, click, click. Until He gets to the lock and breaks it open and then you will be released. Satan will be upset because you will be released for the Kingdom. God wants you to know that He will always be with you."

Some of the words were confirmation to me for what I have been experiencing recently and what God is showing me about Himself and about myself. Some are the exact same words spoken by dear friends recently. Some of the words were haunting - that this man could speak so clearly and specifically about me and my life. Some words were hopeful, reminding me of God's character and nature.

Thank you God for an obedient servant who speaks from your heart without consideration or bias on his or my part. May I receive Your words that were spoken through Norman. I pray to know your full blessing as these words come alive in my life. I am excited about what God is doing and anxious to see how it unfolds. I will let you know as things develop.