In the month of July, God is restoring lost things, dreams, and promises to people. He is showcasing His love in little ways, through seemingly insignificant details. He is releasing unexpected upgrades in multiple areas—including areas of authority and influence. And He is redeeming family lines and healing generational trauma. Lean into His presence and allow His goodness to lead you. Bless His name no matter what you're facing, and trust that He is working everything out for your good.
The Lost Has Been Found
"Or suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Doesn't she light a lamp, sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it? And when she finds it, she calls her friends and neighbors together and says, 'Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin.' In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents." (Luke 15:8-10)
Recently, I lost my debit card. It was gone for over a week and I couldn't find it anywhere. I searched high and low for it, but it still didn't show up. Finally, I paused and asked God where it might be. I remembered that I had eaten at a specific restaurant recently and wondered if it might be there. I called. The lady told me that they shred credit cards that have been left for more than two days (it had been over a week at this point). She looked and, sure enough, they had my card!
In the process of searching, I had a ton of peace. Although this was my primary card, I didn't feel any anxiety about having misplaced it. When the card was returned to me, I was struck at the goodness of God, who covers our mistakes and shows up on our behalf, and I thanked Him for His kindness in showing me where the lost card was.
Likewise, this month is a month of lost items being found. Whether it's dreams, physical items, or broken relationships—God is restoring that which has been lost, abandoned, or even stolen. Inheritances that were stolen are being restored. Family relationships that have been severed or broken will experience healing.
God doesn't hold our mistakes against us; rather, He covers us. This month, ask God how to practically pray and find that which has been lost or stolen, and pray for the restoration of broken relationships. If you've lost hope over a promise, a dream or something physical you've lost, ask God to return it to you! Watch as hope floods your whole being and He does the miraculous on your behalf! And if something comes to your mind to do, do it! He's leading you back to that which is yours.
He's in the Details
"...Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart." (Psalm 37:4)
A friend recently shared a story about how she was in a wedding and didn't like her bridesmaid dress. She let it go, because the day wasn't about her. But she still didn't really want to wear her dress on the wedding day. Another bridesmaid also didn't like her dress. They tried each other's dresses on and each liked the other's way better! Although they would have been fine wearing their original dresses, the fact that the swap meant they were both happier was a fun surprise. And they both were amazed that God cared about the details—even something like a bridesmaid dress. (Photo via Pxfuel)
You may think that if something is small that it doesn't matter to God. Small details or preferences may not seem important. It can be easy to believe that something is only important if it is really significant. However, if something matters to you, then it also matters to God. God is a good Father, and He doesn't just care about the "important stuff." He cares about the details.
This month, He wants to show up for you in the details—in the things that don't seem like they're a big deal, but still matter to you. God is showing up as the God of intentionality, as the God of joy, and as the God who cares about the little things. In addition, God is releasing fun and easy solutions for problems or frustrations that are in front of you. God is showing His tenderness and kindness and caring about the details that matter to you.
You may have given up on hoping or wanting certain things, but know this: God cares. You may have had to make sacrifices that "weren't that big of a deal" and you let them go. Or perhaps you have made big sacrifices and assumed you just had to live with the sacrifices. But God wants you to know that He cares about what you care about. Allow God to meet you in the desires of your heart. Be bold in speaking up and asking for what you need, even when something seems insignificant. If it matters to you, it matters to God.
Unexpected Upgrades
"Oh, how abundant is Your goodness, which You have stored up for those who fear You and worked for those who take refuge in You..." (Psalm 31:19)
In the last month, many people have experienced unexpected transitions: moves, job changes, relational shifts... These moves have been stressful, and a lot has happened quickly. But in the process, there are "better than you expected" upgrades. God is intentionally releasing upgrades in every area of your life. Yes, change can be stressful and challenging, but God's in it. And He's working out details that you never would have anticipated.
These upgrades might equal big shifts (e.g., a housing move or move across the country), but they include massive upgrades—better homes, stronger communities, more income, and a stabler sense of home. Know this: Transition is temporary, but the upgrades will be long lasting. There is grace for the shift and grace for the upgrades.
You may not be looking for upgrades, but God is ready to upgrade you. God is upgrading people who aren't even looking for upgrades. Look for evidence of upgrades in little things and big things: upgraded flights, hotel rooms, or cell phone plans; circumstances unexpectedly working out in your favor. In some of these upgrades, there will be stressors, but some will come so easily! Many of these upgrades will also include an increase in authority in the spirit.
If God is upgrading you in the natural, chances are He's also upgrading you in the spirit. Ask Him what spiritual upgrades you are receiving and how to steward the increase. Sometimes upgrades come with increased responsibility. If He's giving these to you, trust Him! He's doing this on purpose and for your good! His goodness will meet you in the upgrade!
Redemption
"And the LORD restored the fortunes of Job... And the LORD gave Job twice as much as he had before... And the LORD blessed the latter days of Job more than his beginning..." (Job 42:10, 12)
Many of you have experienced extreme heartache and loss over the past few years. You are waiting on promises to come to pass, and it seems like they'll never show up. Or something has been stolen from you, which you believed was good and a gift from God. These losses have devastated you, and you have been feeling the effects of a broken heart. In addition, you may be feeling the pain of a dysfunctional family or of a generational struggle. Whether that generational struggle is addiction, poverty, or broken marriages, know this: This is not the end of the story. In fact, it is only the middle, and the best is yet to come. (Photo via Wallpaper Flare)
God is redeeming brokenness, generational trauma, and loss. For some of you, the pain that you have been feeling is even more connected to generational trauma than any one situation in your life. Generational trauma is where painful events or beliefs are passed down through generations. These are habits, mindsets, illnesses, or even fears.
God is specifically and intentionally healing generational trauma right now. He is exposing areas where there have been agreements, bondage or sin in your family line, and He is setting you free! This ends with you. The heartache, the pain, and the brokenness ends with you. You may have felt shame over some of your struggles, but God wants you to know that they are not your fault. Many things you have faced did not start with you, but they do get to end with you.
If this resonates with you, lean into the presence of God and ask Him what the keys are for you and your family. He is releasing specific keys for healing and breakthrough of generational trauma. He may ask you to repent on behalf of those who have come before you. He may ask you to partner with a new belief over who you are and who your family is. He may ask you to forgive people you've never even met as an act of intercession. Trust Him! You have access to a brand new spiritual inheritance in Christ Jesus that will affect you and those who come after you, and it will even manifest in your physical life. He is redeeming your story and He is redeeming your family's story. Stay connected to His presence and continue to bless Him no matter what comes up or goes on in your life.
Declarations:
• God is restoring unto me that which has been lost and stolen.
• God cares about the details of my life; He is intentional with me!
• I am experiencing unexpected and amazing upgrades!
• My latter days will be better than the former!
• God is redeeming and healing my family line.
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Anne Jackson
The Crowning Jewels
Website:Â www.thecrowningjewels.com
Email:Â hello@thecrowningjewels.com
Texas-born Anne Jackson worked as a nurse for seventeen years before fully embracing her creative nature. Having grown up believing that God only spoke through the Bible, her life was transformed with the personal knowledge that He still speaks today. As she experienced a revelation of God's love for her and the power of words to transform and heal, she began designing jewelry, partnering with the Holy Spirit to create a tangible way to bring Heaven to Earth. This is where her prophetic jewelry company, The Crowning Jewels, was birthed. Many people recognize her company as a business-ministry hybrid. She is known as a prophetic visionary with the drive to accomplish her dreams. Her mandate is to champion others as they discover their God given identity and fulfill their divine purpose. After living in Redding, CA for ten years, she recently moved back home and currently resides in Texas.
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Yes, He cares about everything you are going through! There is a great deal of healing going on right now across the Body, and in families as well.
