Face The Tests

You represent Me in this world says the Lord, and because of this you have faced much opposition, both from the spiritual realm and from the systems of this world. Because as you represent Me, you become a threat to them.

Therefore be not confused about the fiery trial that you are facing as a result of your commitment to Me, and your desire to move in My power in a greater measure.

For the attempts of the enemy to stop and destroy you are the very things that are strengthening you, and enabling you to do far greater things for Me and with My power.

The irritation caused by a pebble in the shell of the oyster produces a beautiful pearl of great value. And in the same way, the discomfort of the opposition that you have been facing is accomplishing the same thing in you.

Therefore instead of becoming discouraged by the increased attack of the enemy as you have sought to be used by Me, welcome this as an opportunity to grow and move to a higher spiritual plane.

For as you pass the tests that he throws at you, you not only become stronger in resisting his attacks, but you qualify to move to a higher level of spiritual authority and power.

You have cried out to Me to remove these problems from your life, but I have given you sufficient power and authority in My grace for you to overcome, and in overcoming to grow to the next level in Me.

Know then that the tests will not last forever, but as you maintain your commitment in the midst of these tests, you are being transformed into something wonderful, like a beautiful pearl, that will shine in this world for Me says the Lord.