From church on 9/13/09:
Ezekiel 24:19-24
19And the people said unto me, Wilt thou not tell us what these things are to us, that thou doest so? 20Then I answered them, The word of the LORD came unto me, saying, 21Speak unto the house of Israel, Thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I will profane my sanctuary, the excellency of your strength, the desire of your eyes, and that which your soul pitieth; and your sons and your daughters whom ye have left shall fall by the sword. 22And ye shall do as I have done: ye shall not cover your lips, nor eat the bread of men. 23And your tires shall be upon your heads, and your shoes upon your feet: ye shall not mourn nor weep; but ye shall pine away for your iniquities, and mourn one toward another. 24Thus Ezekiel is unto you a sign: according to all that he hath done shall ye do: and when this cometh, ye shall know that I am the Lord GOD.
Word
The same shall you do in the day of judgment. For as I have spoken in times past, I say this day, do not cry out for this people for their hearts are far from Me. Their mind cannot understand the goodness of the Lord and they will never believe Me or My words that it may be accounted unto them for righteousness. And I tell you, on that terrible day when the judgment that is set against this nation comes to pass, set your eyes on the things of above and open your ears that My voice would be a comfort to you. I will let nothing come upon you unaware and have shown you already the judgments that must come to pass. Do you know the season and count the days? I hide nothing from those who are of a pure heart and who love Me with a fervent love.
To some who are here this day, I say let nothing you back. The doubt and fear that tries you is not of Me, for I am not the author of confusion but of a sound mind and of peace. Let go of all that hinders you and draw close while I am near. Come into My chamber that I may speak to you face to face. Will you believe?
To you who wait on your ministry, knowing by My Spirit that the day of your going out draws near, I say seek wisdom and get understanding. I will show you what is required of you and all that I would have you to do for My name’s sake. Do not delay.
To you who suffer trials and look for God in the midst of them, know that God is with those who love Him. Be faithful to all that God commands of you and know that your salvation is nearer than when you first believed.
Love in Christ,
Ryan
