Saturday, July 26, 2008

Dear Friends,

Yesterday afternoon, I received a phone call from a friend, Bob Ekblad. Bob and his wife Gracie live in Mount Vernon Washington, and lead a Ministry called New Earth Refuge. For several decades Bob has led Bible studies in local jails, and because he spent several years in Honduras and speaks fluent Spanish, ministers to migrant Mexican farmworkers, and runs a clinic and Ministry center in Burlington Washington. Bob and his wife are passionate about Jesus, and Bob ministers regularly with Rolland and Heidi Baker, missionaries and church planters in Mozambique (Iris Ministries).

Bob and I have been talking about visiting Korea together, as Iris Ministries conducts training schools in several countries. The Holy Given School in Korea is based in the same church, that I have regularly visited, and the director invited Bob and I to come to the school... the catch: she felt we needed to come this weekend. After praying with Carlene and several other leaders and feeling very positive about committing to go, tomorrow (Sunday), we leave at 2:30 p.m. from Seattle and will be in Korea for one week. I am especially looking forward to partnering with Bob as many underground church leaders will be in attendance.

I am asking you to pray for:

1 Safety and smooth travel
2 Grace in all speaking and Ministry sessions
3 We would meet the right people in the right place, and in the right time
4 Protection and grace for Carlene, who will be in Washington caring for her mother
5 Favor and blessing on leaders of the hidden church

Thank you for praying, and I as in the past, I a plan to post audio journals from Korea.

Darrell

PS

A Reminder:

Cascadia Rendezvous of Prophetic Intercessors
Glenn Otto Park in Troutdale, OR. 1102 E Historic Columbia River Hwy. Troutdale, OR 97060 Cost is FREE, but you must register to reserve your seat.

The gathering would focus on three simple elements:

Worship What do we HEAR God Saying? What do we SEE God Doing?

This is not meant to be a "Y'all come" event. It is primarily for prophetic intercessors who are hearing from God about what he is doing and planning to do in our region.The gathering dates are: Aug. 9, & 10, 2008

Sat. 08-09-08 10AM-9PM (detailed breakout of time TBA) Sun. 08-10-08 10AM-9PM (detailed breakout of time TBA)

Due to limited seating, we are requesting online registration. There is no cost, but a collection will be taken to defray the costs of the facility rental. No child care provided.


Sunday, July 13, 2008

Your Glory Story

I was filled with delight day after day, rejoicing always in his presence, rejoicing in his whole world and delighting in mankind. Proverbs 8

Plainly speaking, when Jesus created you, the overwhelming emotions are recorded as extreme delight and rejoicing! These words do not translate well into English. Basically, the Father and Son are so overwhelmed with who you are, they rejoice...no, they party over you! This delight encompasses our entire existence. Everyone's lifestory is a testimony of God's celebrated creativity.

Validating, activating, and sharing your story

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http://propheticwords.blogspot.com/2006/06/personal-history.html

Redemptive Gift Seminar Live Video Stream

The seminar begins on Friday, August 1st at 7:00 PM EST(4PM Pacific) and ends on Saturday, August 2nd at 6:00 PM EST (3PM Pacific). Place to be announced....sign up at pacificministries@gmail.com

Cascadia Rendezvous of Prophetic Intercessors

Glenn Otto Park in Troutdale, OR. 1102 E Historic Columbia River Hwy. Troutdale, OR 97060 Cost is FREE, but you must register to reserve your seat.

The gathering would focus on three simple elements:

Worship What do we HEAR God Saying? What do we SEE God Doing?

This is not meant to be a "Y'all come" event. It is primarily for prophetic intercessors who are hearing from God about what he is doing and planning to do in our region.The gathering dates are: Aug. 9, & 10, 2008

Sat. 08-09-08 10AM-9PM (detailed breakout of time TBA) Sun. 08-10-08 10AM-9PM (detailed breakout of time TBA)

Due to limited seating, we are requesting online registration. There is no cost, but a collection will be taken to defray the costs of the facility rental. No child care provided.

"Restarting" Restarting is the starting set on how to develop healthy intimate relationships with God and others. Along with blending Biblical principles along with the latest brain research, it explains what our brains need to work well. This class uses mostly exercises and small group activities. We have one group doing this and the bonding and excitement within the group is amazing. We hope to put together another group to meet every other week, this Fall. Contact Don and Genie Howard at pogoette@hei.net

Saturday, July 12, 2008

Dear Friends,

Three simple update/reminders:
  • Sunday's meeting at the Glenn Otto Park in Troutdale: 3pm for "story sharing" and at 5pm we'll share a meal followed by our monthly Worship at the River at 6pm.
  • Also, some could not download the 5 minute audio of Carlene's story...it's posted now, just click on Carlene's Story.
  • Finally, most of you who are regulars at the River know Connie Dana, a long time friend and amazing lover of God. Several of us gathered together a few weeks ago and listened together for her healing. Following is the result....would you pray this prayer in agreement for her healing?
Bless you, Darrell

Connie's Crafted Prayer
Lord, we will listen for your voice. We know you are with us. We set our hearts on your heart. We know you have plans and a destiny for Connie. Lord we stand firmly on the word of God. We put our confidence in your unshakable design in this process. Lord, speak to Connie in such a way that there is an unshakable confidence. A rock word. A lamp post, along the way... take confidence in this brand new journey. It will be like a story... a new journal, a new beginning of new confidence... and you have given us a new song. Thank you for the promise: Rise up mighty warrior, the Lord your God is with you. He's given you the power to stand. He has placed within you a fire that will not go out. Rise up mighty warrior. You will not be deserted...as streams of living water...your roots go deep. Rise up mighty warrior! The Almighty has not given Connie a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and the sound mind. That spirit will witness with your spirit. The witness of your spirits... a yes and amen. Thank you for your DNA which is implanted in us. Your character. You're the living word "regeneration." There are gates opening. The three gates are love, power and the sound mind. These are highways for your mind. We ask that you would fill Connie with your affections... Release the things that have been hidden. Cause the veil of illness to lift. Christ in Connie the Hope of Glory. Release supernatural healings of Your Glory in her. The intoxicating spirit of fear must leave now! Not by our power, but by your power Jesus. We say, to the spirits of cancer your time is up. Jesus, the name above all names. He is Lord above cancer and the cancer is bound now in the name of Jesus. Go go go go go by the blood of Jesus. Go go go fire of God, burn out the remains of cancer. Burn with the fire, let it turned to ash. Song: Blessed be the Lord God Almighty, who was and is and is to come. No weapon against you shall prosper. No weapon shall prosper against you. You are captured by His Love...captivated by His Mercy. We see you in Him. You are captivated by His Grace. We see Him in you. In you. In you. In you. In you. In you. In you. In you. We are: Captivated by His Mercy, captivated by His Grace. Captured by His Love, as we seek His face We find Him when we see Him in you. In you. In you. In you. In you. In you Connie we see His Love. His Love in you. In you. In you. Amen. The Lord's response: Don't wonder, don't doubt even though there are times you feel like I am not near and you don't even want to try. I understand those feelings for I too was in the desert and in the garden. You will remember how to reach out to Me and how to find your peace in Me. I know and I see that your heart is set on Me. The "Mary" part of your heart has chosen the better Way, the better Truth and the better Life. I do not question your love for me. I see it as steadfast, true and unwavering even though you question yourself. I know you will stand with me until My Spirit moves you. I know you are listening for my voice all the time. I see your faith and your patience to wait on me. When there is nothing clear, nothing to see, nothing to hear, feel, taste or touch - still you believe that I am very near. You can not imagine what will come but I know the plans I have for you. You've already made your choice. You are standing firm and I will move you forward. Lower to you or for lowered new lives for your voice My voice. Yes, I am waiting to see if you will learn to love the dreams that I am dreaming for you. You can't imagine what I have in store for you. You have already made the best choice. My mercies are new every morning, and I will make my dwelling place in your home. I am your God, and I will strengthen you and uphold you with my righteous right hand. Do not be afraid of quietness and be comfortable in my presence. Do not put your trust in information or medical advice alone. Listen for My voice. Jesus
Dear Friends,
In Proverbs, a dialogue between the Father and Son is captured:

I was filled with delight day after day,
rejoicing always in his presence,
rejoicing in his whole world
and delighting in mankind.
Plainly speaking, when Jesus created you, the overwhelming emotions are recorded as extreme delight and rejoicing! These words do not translate well into English. Basically, the Father and Son are so overwhelmed with who you are, they rejoice...no, they party over you! This delight encompasses our entire existence. Everyone's lifestory is a testimony of God's celebrated creativity.

What is and always has been in you, that gives the Father and Son such delight? Sunday, July 13, we want to celebrate and affirm your story. We invite you to meet at 3 p.m. for a brief overview and instruction on validating, activating, and sharing your story. Later we'll share hot dogs (or bring your own picnic) and Worship at the River will begin at 6pm. You're welcome to all or part of the afternoon/evening.

This is a short audio file from Carlene describing one of her "glory" stories: Carlene's Story

Last month's baptismal service was filled with stories. As Bill Johnson has observed, (loose translation) "when a person has a testimony, it releases a spirit of prophesy which brings encouragement and releases faith." We have posted these testimonies here: Worship at the River Testimonies

Remember, you are welcome to come at 3pm for "story sharing" and at 5pm we'll share a meal followed by our monthly Worship at the River at 6pm.

Bless you,

Darrell and Carlene
PS
A reminder for August Worship at the River:

Cascadia Rendezvous of Prophetic Intercessors
Glenn Otto Park in Troutdale, OR.
1102 E Historic Columbia River Hwy. Troutdale, OR 97060

Cost is FREE, but you must register to reserve your seat.
The gathering would focus on three simple elements:
Worship
What do we HEAR God Saying?
What do we SEE God Doing?
This is not meant to be a "Y'all come" event. It is primarily for prophetic intercessors who are hearing from God about what he is doing and planning to do in our region.The gathering dates are: Aug. 9, & 10, 2008
Sat. 08-09-08 10AM-9PM (detailed breakout of time TBA)
Sun. 08-10-08 10AM-9PM (detailed breakout of time TBA)

Due to limited seating, we are requesting online registration. There is no cost, but a collection will be taken to defray the costs of the facility rental. No child care provided.

Thursday, July 03, 2008

Dear Friends,

We have heard from many regarding the baptismal service last Sunday evening. I believe some of the most common words which described the evening were: informal, family orientated, healing, and relational. Thank you for praying and participating in every aspect of this experiment. Bill Petersen was the initiator and Erin both carried this in their hearts. I love the little copper plaque above the baptismal tank, which summarized the entire purpose: In Memory of Adam.


Testimonies (with permission):


Wow! What a wonderful afternoon and evening of teaching, worship, and the awesome manifestation of the work of the Holy Spirit through the waters of baptism!
Thank you all so much! We were overwhelmed with the depth of teaching; the practical aspects of setting this up and caring for everyone's needs; and the power of the Holy Spirit. I believe there was much ground gained for Carol and Emily while both deposited fear into the water. Carol has called herself to us "Carol the worrier." We told her that last night she became renamed, "Carol the Courageous." The progress in the Lord that Carol has made is remarkable....she has so much more peace than ever before. Emily has become "Emily the Brave" even as she fought her dad (the fear was tough for her) in the water, she finally allowed him to put her totally under the water...(to put fear under.)
This morning the Lord spoke to me and I would like to share part of it with you:
"Genuine love- genuine love- genuine love- That is on the record for last night...the genuine love for Me shown by all who attended and were baptized. It is on the record- all the words spoken and sung; all the displays of lavish love. And the witness of the Lamb, the Spirit, the water and the Word were displayed as a wonder and a sign to all.
No one can understand pure and genuine love- love that dies to self--the cross --the humiliation--so hard to embrace and understand --BUT...LOVE was the developed theme of the night. Love stretching out, hinging heaven and earth together so that angelic beings were released, dancing and rejoicing! Blatant...unrepentant love....who can resist??? And if they do resist...it is not without the conviction of refusing the Love. Any judgment rendered (of the activities last night) will come back to those who scoff or deliberately choose to reject such love poured out. They will not be able to deny the love. They will know you are Christians by your love." (love for one another, love for ME)
Thank you so much for putting the baptism "event" together. Next time I'm going under!
In the love of Christ,

Mary and Bob
Just me here responding.
It was a wonderful day. I was very blessed by what your family shared in the events of the day. It was a huge day in the Spirit for our region. It was an honor to witness the people being baptized and I was moved to tears in worshiping the Creator, God Almighty, for their testimonies of His great Love. I agree. Love, genuine Love was evident in all the teachings, words spoken and sung in worship, meals eaten together, and fellowship shared in the preparation/clean up. Thank you God for leading us in your ways. We truly are thankful.
Again, thanks for your attention to details in your family and sharing them with us.

Carlene

Hi Everyone! We never did share anything publicly on Sunday about what has been happening with us. So I'll take the time now to share with all of you.
Over a month ago, the Lord began showing us we had made two negative vows early in our marriage that needed to be broken. Awhile after that He showed me that the vows we made to each other during our wedding 42 years ago, were made in our own strength, not including the Lord at all. I know some of you may think this strange, but it's what we felt we heard from the Lord. So the last Sunday in May, we broke those vows. I had a picture of a large wedge between us that totally disappeared, and the heavens opened up over us. The following Wed, May 28th, we went to Bill and Delight's and they remarried us! It was a wonderful time of dedicating ourselves anew to the Lord. Several wonderful words came out of that time, which I won't go into all of them right now. One, however, stood out to me. It was something Erin said about the two of us in ministry together.
Also during the time all of these things have been happening to us, the men had been discussing being rebaptized and plans were being made to do that. Larry had decided he wanted to. I felt I wanted to also, but I kept seeing a picture of both of us being baptized together. When I asked Larry about it, he said it wouldn't work probably, because the tank was too small. So we asked Bill and Erin and both of them agreed. Probably wouldn't work. I was so sure that was what the Lord wanted. The day before the baptisms we were at Bill's and I had a chance to check out the tank, and I felt we could do it. So our time of baptism was a sealing time and a new beginning for us. What an awesome day it was for all of us. Thank you all for witnessing it! Blessings, Vonny : )




I testified before my immersion that the LORD had been preparing me for baptism, the following is a brief account of those events:

About four weeks before, Bill announced at the Men Of The Spirit (MOS) meeting that there would be a baptism. I couldn't see any point in being baptized again. A week later I asked Bill at the MOS meeting why he was getting baptized again and what more specifically did he hoped to gain by it. He had a good answer which he followed up with an Email explaining it in depth.

Two weeks before, I had a series of dreams, one of which I was leading singing, directing it with my hands, then I was slain in the spirit, got up and went down again. Several people came running up to see if I was OK and they went down too. Erin told me at the MOS meeting that he could see The Spirit all over me, then several men prayed for me. I was slain in the spirit during this time, and after the prayers I began laughing uncontrollably. When I stopped I felt a cool breeze blowing on me, then my face turned back to its normal color and my glasses cleared from the perspiration.

The week before we had a meeting at Bob Geister's office in Sandy and I shared that the LORD had called me to fast solids from Friday through Sunday. I began to get the assurance that something out of the ordinary was going to happen to me at the baptism.

When it was my turn to be baptized, someone began speaking words over me and I was slain in the spirit again, so they had me get into the baptismal and I began shaking. During the immersion I stiffened and felt the LORD wanted me to stay under for awhile. When I got out of the baptismal tank, I began shaking uncontrollably, and this lasted until the end of the service. After I got dressed, Larry said something and I started laughing again, like at Bill's house. What a joy to have the power of God fall on me. PTL


Bob Musgrave