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Al Thomas: "God said, 'THE MINISTRY OF SLEEPING IS ABOUT TO FALL ON THE CHURCH'"
By Al Thomas
May 23, 2006
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May 23, 2006
Al Thomas: "God said, 'THE
MINISTRY OF SLEEPING IS ABOUT TO FALL ON THE CHURCH'"

As
I was reading "I will give you rest..." (Matthew 11:28), I heard God say,
"I AM
ABOUT TO GIVE MORE THAN REST TO MY CHILDREN, I AM GOING TO GIVE THEM SLEEP."
God said, "FIRST, I WILL PUT YOUR ENEMIES IN A DEEP SLEEP..."
"Remember my servant David, 'So David took the spear
and the jug of water from beside Saul's head, and they went away, but no one saw
it or knew it, nor did any awake, for they were all asleep, because a sound
sleep from the Lord had fallen on them' (1 Samuel 26: 12). The enemy of
sickness, discouragement, confusion and fear, will weaken and slumber deeply.
Then, while they sleep, you are going to walk right into the enemy's camp, take
their weapons and fresh water, then walk right out. You will not destroy them
(I, the Lord will do that). You will simply disarm them (Ephesians 6:10-17).
Then, you need to take a nap..."
God said, "AS PETER SLEPT WHILE IN PRISON, DO LIKEWISE. YOU NEED SOME REST FOR
THE COMING BATTLE. I WILL USE THE TIME (THAT YOU THOUGHT WAS BONDAGE), TO
REFRESH YOU..."
"There is a time to work, fight and resist, but there is also a time to rest
while I work for you (Exodus 14:14). Sometimes I can do more for you when you
are sleeping then when you are awake. No, you are not giving into the devil. As
Peter was released by My angel (Acts 12:3-11), I will release you from bondage.
But notice Peter did not start demanding to be released immediately, rather he
was so confident that I would deliver him, he calmly closed his eyes and took a
nap. As many saints were praying for him (Acts 12:5), more than you know are
praying for you. Relax. You have prayed and made your request known (Philippians
4:6), now be at peace (Philippians 4:7). I have dispatched a divine posse and more is
happening that you can see (2 Kings 6:16-17). I am on the job and My
timing is perfect. While it is true some need to awaken from a slothful faith (Ephesians
5:14), many more need to rest in Me (Matthew 11:28-30). You’re getting sleepy
now..."
God Said, "I'M ABOUT TO MOVE WHILE YOU SNOOZE..."
"I'm not talking about laziness or procrastination (Proverbs 6:4; 20:13).
Working hard actually makes your sleep sweet...(Ecclesiastes 5:12). No, this is
a divine sleep...a Heavenly rest that brings direction and deliverance. Many
will experience ministry from Me while they sleep. I put Adam into a deep sleep
(Genesis 2:21), and made Eve...imagine what I can do with a little nap. I am
sending angels to enter through dreams. Testimonies will soon come forth of
divine direction. As I gave Joseph instructions in a dream (Matthew 1:20), I
will do the same with you. Forty winks will accomplish for some, what a forty day
fast did for others. Many will experience their healing in an afternoon
siesta...While slumbering, you will hear My voice and after dozing off, you will
awaken with new enthusiasm for your calling. Some, previously fearful, will fall
asleep and awaken with a supernatural sense of peace and safety (Proverbs 3:24).
When in the past, dread was your companion, now sweetness will accompany you
each time you awaken (Jeremiah 31:26). Still, with others, before I set things
upright, I am going to put them in a deep sleep (Daniel 8:18), and that is when
they will hear Me. No distractions, no doubts, no temptations and no sleeping
pills needed. Some will criticize you for oversleeping--ignore them. Some might
say, 'You’re lazy.' But you and I know you’re not. Your eyes are heavy now,
come, it's ministry time...in your sleep. Good night...and hello."
"I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the LORD sustained me. I will not be
afraid of ten thousands of people, that have set themselves against me round
about." (Psalm 3:5-6.)
Al Thomas
Celebrating His Life Ministries
www.celebratinghislife.org
email: a.thomas@myactv.net
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Al Thomas’ Upcoming Itinerary:
May 28, 2006
Word of Faith Tabernacle
Kearneysville, WV
Contact: (304) 725-0797 or
www.celebratinghislife.com/speaking.html
June 4, 2006
Church Triumphant
Short Gap, WV
Contact: (304) 738-3368 or
www.celebratinghislife.com/speaking.html
June 25, 2006
Community Worship Center
Tyrone, PA
Contact: (814) 684-3547 or
www.celebratinghislife.com/speaking.html
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