FEBRUARY 2026 GLAD TIDINGS 13 The Sword of the Spirit Is the Spirit Dec 21, 2025 Word received on September 18, 2025: A Time of Promises Fulfilled "If you walk in wisdom this hour, you will succeed in glory and splendor. I am giving keys in this hour for Kingdom success. "Doors of fruition that have been closed to you will now open. Upheld and delayed promises will start to come to pass. What has been a trickle of a promise will now be a downpour. For have not I commanded a blessing over your life and family? Will I not do what I said I would do? You Will See God's Power and Glory "You have harnessed the power of the sun, now it is time to see true power in Me. I will enlighten your mind to see [so] that you may know that I am King. I rule and reign with authority. My power and splendor will be seen mightily in the days ahead as My glory fills the earth as far as the eye can see. "In this day, you must be found of Me, born of My Spirit and bought of My blood. Step out of the shadows that have held you back, and step into purpose. For I am giving you an advanced guidance system that hits the mark. The key gives you wisdom and strategy, but it is My power that causes the arrows in your hand to hit the target I have given you. Arise and Take Your Position "Don't delay. The time of slumber is over. The game has been played. It is time for the battle. Put My scepter in your hands. For have not I called you My army, My battle ax that will sweep the land when none understand? "So take your position in Me freely. I have called you to stand in this hour with authority and power.Say 'yes' to the call; heed My voice, for I will use you strategically to thwart and root out the enemy. "I have called you, and you have heard My cry. Now is the time to arise. Be one with Me. I am calling you forth. Will you take your place? For I hear you say, 'But what if it's dangerous? What if I don't know what to do?' "Do not fret. Rely on Me to show you what to do. Will You Say "Yes"? "It is a clarion call that has gone forth, but every person has a choice. I will not force My will upon you. You have to choose. Will you rise to the challenge or choose to avoid the truth? "Step forth in glory and power, for now is the time I will display My power. My glory will be manifest for all to see for those who choose to rule and reign with Me." "You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign on the earth." (Revelation 5:10 NIV) "And the kingdom and the dominion and the greatness of the kingdoms under the whole Heaven shall be given to the people of the saints of the Most High; His Kingdom shall be an everlasting Kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey Him." (Daniel 7:27 ESV) u Permission Granted/ Elijah List Christine Morgan Forerunners International Email: worldwideevangelist@gmail.com Website: www.worldwideevangelist.org CHRISTINE MORGAN Houston, TX The Dream That Felt Like Heaven: My Father’s Embrace In December 2020, one of the hardest trials of my life came. My father was in an accident on December 26 and passed away on December 29. We were very close, and I couldn’t accept how sudden and quick his passing was. by that time I had just given birth to my youngest child, and I was struggling with postpartum depression, exhaustion, and sleepless nights. One day, after doing laundry the whole day, I was so tired, I fell asleep without even eating. Less than a minute later, I heard a deafening sound—like a trumpet—growing louder and louder. My heartbeat raced. I wanted to move or scream, but I couldn’t. Then I saw myself hanging from a cliff. I let go, whispering, “Lord, it’s all up to You, I’m so tired.” Suddenly, the heavy feeling lifted, and my fall slowed down. I found myself in a place full of green grass, trees, flowers, and butterflies. I ran endlessly until I saw a tall and beautiful silver gate. When I touched it, it opened on its own. Inside were many people, all wearing long white garments, silently looking at me. Under a tree, I saw two figures: my father, wearing the same clothes he had the last time I saw him, and a tall man with a staff. His face shone so brightly that I couldn’t see it clearly. I ran to my father and hugged him tightly. Crying, I told him how much I missed him. He embraced me back and said, “Why are you here? It’s not yet your time.” Then the man with the staff stood, approached me, and gently touched my head. At that moment, I woke up—gasping for air, with tears in my eyes, and still feeling the warmth of my father’s embrace. Until today, I cannot say for sure if it was just a dream or a real spiritual experience. But I know one thing for certain: my life is not yet over. There is still a reason why I am here. And that truth is what I hold onto every day. “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11 u Author Unknown Making the decision to put your faith in Jesus and enter into new birth in Him is only the beginning of the wonderful plan God has for you. Despite its global reach, YouVersion's headquarters sits about 20 miles north of the state's capital city, in a brand-new 96,000 square foot building it shares with Life.Church. The location of the central offices reflects the app's roots as a ministry of a local church with a worldwide mission. "We've really wanted the Bible App to always feel like it was made for you when you open it," Gruenewald said. More than 200 employees and thousands of domestic and international volunteers help deliver that personalized experience. While much of that work is done in Oklahoma, the ministry has opened six regional hubs to better serve users around the world. More are planned. Nando Valente serves as a regional hub director in Brazil. He works with local pastors and churches to adapt the Bible App's content for cultural relevance. "There are small details that people don't always think about, but they make a difference," Valente explained. "For example, a devotional [in the Bible App] talked about picking blueberries. We don't have blueberries in Brazil, so we changed it to a fruit Brazilians know." YouVersion currently partners with more than 7,000 churches and ministries worldwide for content including Bible reading plans, devotionals, study material, and more. It plans to expand further by allowing partners to build apps and websites using its technology. "That could be a real accelerant for growth," Gruenewald explained. He believes what's fueling their growth is unity in the body of Christ, which is central in how YouVersion operates. "In a world that seems so divided and polarized on so many different things and issues, and even where parts of the church would still probably disagree about these theological positions and perspectives — whatever they might be — they're unified around the importance of getting God's Word into someone's hand and ultimately into their heart. And I think God loves that." For the YouVersion team, the motivation behind the expansion remains deeply personal: the belief that Scripture can transform one life at a time. It's a belief Kent Jones also shares. "What happened to me through the Bible app is evidence that miracles are possible," Kent said. "No matter how impossible they seem." u ONE IN A BILLION - Con’t
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