Wilted Roses

Like vibrant roses that have wilted, are those of My children who now walk in unbelief. For these who expected Me to act immediately upon their demand have allowed disappointment into their hearts because these believers were not prepared to have their faith challenged at this level. And so instead of staying firmly planted upon the ground of belief, doubt is the voice that has assumed the lead position in their lives.

Although, I have a reputation for showing up when least expected, and then suddenly turning around what was thought to be lost or hopeless, only a small percentage in this nation who call Me Father actually have the understanding about persevering in faith, especially when the odds of success are slim to none. This lack of steadfastness has caused the Church in this nation to operate from a lesser position of belief. For anymore, very few expect to encounter the miraculous, and even more so if My answer is delayed. So then, in their minds, the hour to see some kind of supernatural intervention to save this nation has passed, for no one with good judgment would dare expect Me to act now on behalf of the elect.

However, you who are still holding onto hope, be encouraged in your faith because I, the Lord Your God, shall still follow through with My promises, even though the timeline I have set forth does not align with that of men.

This is why it is important that you maintain your trust in Me, and resist the urge to accept the message coming from the opposition. Let Me remind you that defeat is not your portion, therefore do not readily agree to the enemy’s terms as so many of your weaker brethren have already done.

You stand firm! That is what I am asking of My children: those who still think I am capable of bringing forth the triumph I promised. Stand firm and see the salvation of the Lord, for surely it is not too late for Me to act and bring defeat down upon the heads of your enemies.