Intercessors, be reminded that 2007 is the ‘year of the sword’, and the battle has never been more fierce across Canada for the soul of this great country. Dr. Chuck Pierce was very eloquent in shedding light on why 2007 is so significant for our nation. He spoke forth the following:
“The HEBRAIC number seven – in Hebrew seven (zayin) is a sword. The sword is equated with the Word of God. The sword of heaven is beginning to penetrate the earth’s realm, and June is a pivotal time. This is the time when the Holy Spirit is beginning to move in His people. The Spirit of God is confronting His people in a fresh way, and prayer and intercession is taking a different turn.”
Therefore, “if” we follow the Spirit during this visitation, we will be positioned to receive what God has for His intercessors during this time.
Friends, be encouraged – Dr. Pierce’s words are not to be feared, but to be embraced, as history shows us that when God’s Spirit confronts His people, His kingdom here on earth is being established in a mighty way. John Knox knew how to follow the Spirit, as He constantly carried the burden for his land. Night after night he prayed on the wooden floor of his hideout refuge from Queen Mary. When his wife pleaded with him to get some sleep, he answered,“How can I sleep when my land is not saved.” Payne reports that often Knox would pray all night in agonizing tones, “Lord, give me Scotland or I’ll die!” God shook Scotland.
Another great intercessor that testifies to how important it is to stand during this time is John Hyde, the apostle of intercession of India. He often cried out, “Father, give me these souls, or I die!” He alternated in agony of intercession and joyous praise, receiving tremendous answers to prayer, and by the end of his missionary service was averaging more than four souls a day, largely won through prayer.
Scripture tells us that Jesus himself is an intercessor (Heb. 7:25). 1 Tim. 2:1 puts it this way, “I urge then first of all that requests, prayer, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone – for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God our Saviour.”
Kneeling Army, in closing, I would like each of you to know that I am not unaware of the price many of you have paid, are paying, and will pay, for standing in the gap for our nation. I know that at times you have wondered, “Does it really matter? Am I making any difference? Are all the prophecies and the words of knowledge I’ve heard over the years all for naught?” I implore you to daily put on your helmet of salvation and protect your mind. That’s where your battle begins and ends. Take heart, and fear not, for the battle is not ours but it is the Lord’s!
Take Heart,
Brian Warren
Executive Director, CIP
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