NMINISTRY

HANG IN THERE!!!

2012-01-26T16:41:00.000-05:00

HANG IN THERE!!!

Is your pathway a bit unsteady or unsettled ?
Do you have unfinished business going on in your life?
God sees you right now. He is mindful of all your efforts.
Do not fear tomorrow. God is already there, and ALL is WELL!

The favor and hand of the Lord is upon you.
As you allow Him to lead you, He will ordain your steps,
He will make rough spots smooth, and crooked paths straight
He will lead you to success, victory and happiness.

It is not what you have that is important,
but what you 'do' with 'what you have' makes the difference.
All are created equal. Each person is given 24 hours each day.
It is not so much how 'busy' you are that matters, but rather 'how much' you get done.

God moves through your faith progressively.
Sometimes it seems only by a small step at a time.
You may not even realize how much He has done
Until you have arrived safely on the other side of your test or trial.

Hang in there!!!
Be encouraged!
Praise God!
And change your future!

~Opal Dalton ~
A Minister of TRUTH
08/17/08
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
may be copied and distributed freely, without any alterations.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

It Is So Sweet To Trust In JESUS

2012-01-26T16:37:00.000-05:00

Food For Thought .. July 17, 2008

The higher you fly in life, the less dead weight you can carry.

Refuse to listen to the words of fear that tries to cut you from
within and without through the doubters around you.

Jesus said .. HE will never leave us or forsake us, so we may
boldly say, "The Lord is my helper and I will not fear what man shall
do unto me."

Stay tuned to the loving voice of the Holy Spirit and He will continually
remind you of your TRUE identity.

He is the Holy Ghost coach who desires your ultimate victory, however
He only speaks when you listen.

People, places and things who surround you influence what you will
become and what you will accomplish.

It is so sweet to trust in JESUS.....And to take HIM at HIS WORD!
IT REALLY IS!

All Shall Be Well For You

2012-01-26T16:30:00.000-05:00

"Sowing GREAT Seeds For More Great Seeds to Sow!"

All Shall Be Well For You
This morning I asked the Lord
What are my assignments for today?
I was then led to pray for many souls
who have crossed my pathway.

I really do not have to know the details
of the desires of your heart or a specific need.
I simply am led to tell you
The WORD is coming to pass on which we have agreed.

It may not manifest in the way you expect
and may even put you to a test!
But in time you will realize
God really did know what was Best!

Now what this message may mean to you
May never be mine to know
But my brother and sister in the kingdom of God
This word in your life I must sow.

I pray it gives encouragement
and that it a blessing too!
Look up and rejoice and give God praise.
All shall be well for you.

~Opal Dalton~
June 5, 2008
May be shared in entirety

Find Your Place and Take Your Seat!

2012-01-26T15:57:00.000-05:00

Unlimited Anointing

2012-01-26T15:28:00.003-05:00

Have you ever heard anyone teach that you can receive a double portion of 'their' anointing? Perhaps with stipulations which will cause the double portion anointing to manifest? How about that if you give a ]certain] offering, you will receive a double portion anointing? This may sound ridiculous to some who are reading this Post, however, I have heard ministers say, and have received letters by mail, with this kind of teaching.

I always feel a check by Holy Spirit regarding this! WHY? JESUS CHRIST is THE ANOINTED ONE! When He lives in us, it is HIS anointing that is upon us, in us and flowing through us. We can share His anointing. And HIS anointing is UNLMITED! It lifts the burdens, breaks yokes and destroys yokes! (Isaiah 10:27)

Jesus Christ is prophet, priest and king. He has defeated death, hell and the grave. Why would we only want a double portion anointing, when the ANOINTING of JESUS CHRIST is UNLIMITED? BEFORE Jesus came the UNLIMITED ANOINTING wasn't available! But since it NOW is, I want all I can get of the HIS ANOINTING available through Jesus Christ!

Another thing, for almost as long as I can remember, I have heard people talk about receiving a prophetic word that they would have an anointing and/or minister like some well known minister (someone who had passed away, or sometimes a minister still living). Once again I have considered this and came to this conclusion..... All humans are subject to error. None of us are perfect, nor will we be here on earth! So once again, I will say, I want more and more of the ANOINTING available through JESUS CHRIST!

I want to BE what I was BORN TO BE and DO what I was BORN TO DO! How about you?

Open Doors

2012-01-26T15:09:00.000-05:00

Study to show yourself approved unto God! Get filled with the Holy Ghost and the Word of God. ( ll Timothy 2:15) . Then God will open the door where He wants you to go and provide everything you need to accomplish your divine assignment(s).

I am so glad I heard that Word of instruction in 1976. At times it may seem you are in a long 'winter' season between assignments, but remember this ... If man opens the door, man can close it, but if God opens the door, no man can shut it!

Just hear your Word of instruction from God, know your calling, be willing, available, and obedient! Let God go before you! In so doing you will not fall or fail!

Entering Into A Covenant

2012-01-26T15:04:00.001-05:00

Do you really know and understand with whom and with what, you have agreed to be in covenant?

As a child of not quite 12 years old, l repeatedly read the Church Covenant that hung in the sanctuary! One day I asked the pastor why The Covenant said one thing but members did another. I did not get an explanation. Instead, I was appointed as a teacher in the beginner or what they called the card class.

Throughout the years I have found that which is written as "What we Believe" is not really "what we DO"!

Before entering into a Covenant with anyone or a group, we need to make sure we understand what we are agreeing to be, to do, to promote and/or to support!

Steppin/ Out Blessed Women's Retreat

2012-01-26T14:00:00.001-05:00

Happy New Year

2012-01-02T19:55:00.007-05:00

As I embark on my journey into 2012 I am reminded by Holy Spirit to put my petitions into my special box, which I call God's Problem Box! I have been doing this for several years and the results always amaze me!

Several years ago on the first of January I was led by Holy Spirit to write my petitions and to place them in a box which I was to name "God's Problem Box." I was led to add petitions throughout the year for myself and my family. I was not to open the box and read the petitions until He told me to do so.

When I passed by the box, or thought about the petitions, I was led to lay hands on it and thank God for taking care of everything that I had placed in the box.

When others asked me to pray for them, He led me to write those petitions down and place them in tbe box too. As the year progressed I noticed that I felt great peace about every petition and great confidence that God had everything under control.

In August of that year I was led to open the box and look at every petition! To my amazement everything I had written and placed in the box on behalf of myself and of others, had either been granted fully, or had changed for the good.

This taught me a great lesson. When we ask anything with faith believing, leave our requests in God's hands, trust Him and thank Him,it is amazing how God works things out regardless if the situation.

So once again, in January 2012, I am placing my petitions in God's Problem Box and trusting Him to respond by doing what best I every instance because I have learned that nothing is impossible with Him and nothing I ask is a problem to Him!

The Bible Tells Me So!

2011-04-19T13:03:00.000-04:00

I am a Believer. Jesus Christ lives in my heart!

I know I am blessed. The Bible tells me so.

I know I am loved. The Bible tells me so.

I know I have purpose, a divine assignment,
a God given vision and mission. The Bible tells me so.

I know I am called to be a soul winner.
The Bible tells me so.

I know it is God's will for me to be a blessing to others.
The Bible tells me so.

I am available to "do", to "go", to "say" and to "be" as
I am led daily by the Holy Spirit! The Bible tells me to do this.

In Him I live, I breathe and I have my being.
He is my Saviour, my Healer, my Provider.

He is my Friend, and I am a Friend of God!

Because of Jesus Christ I have the Promise of abundant
life here on earth, and eternal life with Him forever more.

Do you know Him? If not, He really would like for you to
get aquainted with Him today!

In HIS service,

YOUR Place is Blessed By God

2011-03-10T12:03:00.002-05:00

God has a 'specific' Blessed Place for every one of His children. It is just on the other side of your obedience. When things just do not seem to be going right, perhaps you need ask God if you are in your place!

To shed light on this subject, let's consider Abram (whose name God later changed to Abraham). Why do you think God gave him the following instruction?

Now the Lord had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy Father's house, unto a land that I will shew thee: And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great, and thou shalt be a blessing: And I will bless them that bless thee, and will curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all nations be blessed. So Abram departed, as the Lord had spoken to him: And Abram was seventy and five years old when he departed out of Haran. Genesis 12:1-4

Abram was not yet in his 'Place' .... the specific 'Place' God had prepared and designated for him. As Abram said "OKAY" and obeyed, God blessed him abundantly even as he journeyed on to his 'Place'.

Is God speaking to you about the 'Place' for you? Perhaps a 'Place' which will move you out of your comfort zone? Maybe a 'Place' where you must walk by faith and put your trust in God and God alone? If so, you can rest assured that when God asks you to do something and you obey, He is then obligated and responsible to Keep His covenant with you just as He promised Abram.

Trust and Obey God. There is no better way than God's way! There is no better plan than God's plan. There is on one that can do you like the Lord can; no one that can keep you like the Lord can; no one that can love you like the Lord can. And always remember, If God be for you, who can be against you! Romans 8:31. Your God appointed 'Place' is blessed by God.

GO YE

2011-02-12T15:13:00.002-05:00

Have you considered how many times Jesus tells Believers to GO YE? We do not have to ask anyone if this is the will of God. Jesus already said it is. If you are a Believer, this commission is to you.

GO YE and tell someone about Jesus and the plan of salvation for their soul. As Jesus chose the disciples, He said they had been fishing for fish, but they were going to become fishers of men. This is still the God given mission for followers of Jesus Christ today. Please consider the following scriptures.

Matthew 28:18-20 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.

Mark 16:15-20 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover. So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God. And they went forth, and preached every where, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen.

Acts 1:8 But ye shall receive power after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you; and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea, and in Samaria, and into the uttermost part of the earth.

Luke 24:45-49 Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures, And said unto them, Thus it is written, and thus it behooved Christ to suffer, and to rise from the dead the third day: And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. And ye are witnesses of these things. And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high.

Jesus told the disciples to tarry at Jerusalem until they were endued with power from on high (the Holy Ghost and Fire). They obediently 'tarried' 10 days in the Upper room. Then they were filled with the Holy Ghost! Immediately they went to work obeying the Great Commission. Three thousand (3000) souls were added to the church (saved) the first day. They continued obeying the Great Commission every day, going house to house, preaching the gospel of the kingdom; and the Lord worked with them confirming HIS WORD with signs following of salvation for the soul, body, mind and finance.

God's Plan has not changed. He gave His only begotten Son because He loved the world so much and knew this was the only way to redeem souls back to Himself for all eternity. It is not God's will that any (not even one soul) should perish. This is God's heart... His passion. It should also be the heart and passion of every Believer.

The Great Commission has not changed. When we obey the Great Commission, souls are added to the church. Souls are healed, delivered and set free from the captivity of satan because it is the Lord working with us that Believe, confirming the WORD with signs following.

Therefore said he unto them, The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth laborers into his harvest.Luke 10: 2. And the lord said unto the servant, Go out into the highways and hedges, and compel them to come in, that my house may be filled. Luke 14:23.

Lord open our eyes to see your heart and your passion for souls and to have the same heart and passion. Give us souls, O Lord. Help us to be up and about our Heavenly Father's business and to carry on the Great Commission daily.

.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

2009-12-20T11:31:00.005-05:00

December 20, 2009

Decisions determine our destiny! Some decisions are major. Some decisions are small..... Regardless, all must make decisions daily. It is written in the Book of James chapter 1, If any of you lack wisdom, ask of GOD who giveth to all men liberally and upbraideth not.

Absorb God's wisdom into your mind, His Word into your heart, believe and decree HIS word in every situation, and His will and promises will enter your present and future.

The path to the possible leads right through the walls of the impossible. When we believe in Jesus, we can believe in ourselves. The Spirit of the Lord can then help us do what the world says can't be done, as we become an instrument which God can use to make things happen.

GOD is in the business of changing lives! HE fixes the broken, straightens the bent and puts the shattered back together. For with GOD nothing shall be impossible when we believe!

Allow GOD lead and guide your steps and the decisions you make this day, and ALL SHALL BE WELL in JESUS name!

November 10-26 Opal's THANKSGIVING Posts on FB:

2009-12-20T11:07:00.002-05:00

TODAY I AM THANKFUL FOR

November 10
Today I am thankful for salvation of soul, mind, body, including every area of my life which has been made available through the Blood of Jesus Christ, my Saviour and Lord.

November 11
Today I thank God for the sacrifice of all members of the military and also their family and loved ones who sacrifice in so many ways. I am a blessed woman.

What happens in your life and in your faith has an effect on all those connected to you.

November 12
Keeping with the Thanksgiving theme ... I am thankful for Don, my husband of over 47 years, and for his unconditional love. He is my best friend. I thank God for his patience, kindness, gentleness, generosity, encouragement and support. ... I continue to confess that "I AM A BLESSED WOMAN".

November 13
Thanking God today for our 5 children, our children who came through their marriages, 9 grandchildren, a grandchild through marriage, and 2 great grandchildren. We have an awesome, incredible, blessed family. We are so thankful and proud of each one of them.

Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is his reward. As arrows are in the hands of a mighty man; so are the children of thy youth. Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them: they shall not be ashamed, but they shall speak with the enemies in thy gate. Psalm 127:3-5

November 14
Today I am giving God a special thanks for my parents, who loved me, cared for me, and taught me not only by word, but by the life they lived. They were honest, hard working, and freely shared with others in whatever way they could. I miss them being here on earth, but they are forever in my heart and I trust to see them again someday.... I must continue to confess ... I am a blessed woman.

Honor thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee. Exodus 20:12

November 15
Today I am thankful for godly men and women who have been, and continue to be, faithful and obedient to the Lord to carry out the Great Commission through all generations. Thank God I am saved and I am a blessed woman.

Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost. Matthew 28:19, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. Mark 16:15.

For whosoever shall call upon the Lord shall be saved. How then shall they call upon him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? And how shall they preach except they be sent? How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things. Romans 10:13-15

November 16
Today I thank God for the blessing of peace that only comes from God and which passes all understanding.

Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled. neither let it be afraid. John 14:27

November 17
Today I give special thanksgiving to God for the Joy of the Lord which is my strength. (Nehemiah 8:10) I am blessed indeed.

Whom having not seen, ye love, in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory. Receiving the end (outcome) of your faith, even the salvation of your souls. 1 Peter: 1:8,9

Reading the daily Thanksgiving posts on FB by my three daughters, Debi, Donna and Darla, gives me GREAT joy!!!

November 18
Today I thank God for health and special healing's for me, as well as for my family, throughout our life. I am very blessed.

When our soul prospers, all other parts of our life prospereth accordingly as it is ONLY God which gives the continual and unending increase in every area of our life. I Praise God especially for the things which cannot be purchased with money and also for the fact that no person, place or things can stop God from keeping His WORD to us. Hallelujah! He daily overruns us with His goodness, mercy and blessings which we cannot number and for which we give HIM all praise, honor and glory!

November 19
Today I give special thanks for true and faithful 24/7 PRAYER PARTNERS! They are a treasure and precious to us and to God. I am a witness that Prayer changes things. I am a blessed woman.

Again I say unto you, That if two of you shall agree on earth as touching any thing that they shall ask, it shall be done for them of my Father which is in heaven. Matthew 18:19

November 20
Today I thank God for the spiritual GIFT of FAITH and the spiritual FRUIT of FAITH.

Have FAITH in GOD! Mark 11:22 It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man. It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in princes. Psalm 118:8, 9

November 21
Today I thank God for His Mercy and Goodness. What a blessing!!!

November 22
Today I thank God for the 'precious' freedom to worship God where, how and when I choose as He guides me by His Spirit.

November 23
Today I thank God for the awesome blessing of His Hand of Protection which protects me from things known to me and also things unknown by me.

November 24
Today I am thankful God always sees the whole picture about every thing He has no respect of persons. I am thankful He is my judge. Also that Jesus is my lawyer. My defense team always win!!!!!

November 25
Today I am thankful for the HOPE (trust and confidence) I have in Jesus Christ!!! On Christ the solid Rock I stand. All other ground is sinking sand. I have daily' expectation of good things and events for God's plans are good and every good and perfect gift comes from Him. All of His promises are Yea and Amen!

November 26
Happy Thanksgiving everyone. Love you much and thank God for you.

A CONFESSION OF FAITH!

2009-12-20T10:17:00.000-05:00

Nothing Can Keep ME From What The WORD of GOD says Because............

I PAY ATTENTION to what the WORD of GOD says.

I LISTEN to what the LORD speaks to ME!

I FEAR NOT!

I SIMPLY OBEY the LORD’S instructions to ME!

I AM NOT FAINTHEARTED!!!!

I STAND STRONG!

I HOLD FAST!

I BELIEVE!

I AM MADE WHOLE IN JESUS NAME!

I AM AVAILABLE

2009-09-17T12:50:00.002-04:00

Greetings in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth!

I don't come to you with flattering words of other men's wisdom. I come to you in the name of the Lord, the ONE who called me, the ONE to whom I said "Here I am. I am available!"

Well, let me clarify this! I cannot tell a lie! I didn't instantly yield to His call when it came early in my life. However, the first Sunday evening of July, 1990, I said "Yes, Lord, be it unto me even as you desire." And yes, as you may imagine, there is a lot more to my testimony, but we won't go there right now!

Then came tests, challenges, etc. I realized I wasn't making much progress in moving forward in my calling. However, I had made a commitment, and I knew I must not fail to keep my word to my Lord. In 1993, I went to Naples, Florida for a 30 day sabbatical to seek the Lord for clarity and instructions.

During those 30 days, Holy Spirit spoke that I was going to meet 3 specific people. He gave me their names. I didn't even recognize their names, neither did I know the full purpose for our paths crossing, however, I believed the word He gave me.

After the 30 day sabbatical, I went to Orlando to spend the night with my daughter, before returning to Knoxville and to get on with pursuing my God given assignment. I turned the television on and surfed through channels. On one station, a preacher, whom I had never heard of, was inviting everyone to come to a meeting that evening in Wildwood, Florida. The Holy Spirit spoke in my ear that I was to attend that meeting.

I was tired. I needed to shower. It was 5:30pm. Wildwood was about an hour away. The Holy Spirit continued to compel me to "GO" and I had a feeling it was very important to be obedient! When I finally found the meeting place, which was an old National Guard Armory, out in the boonies (and seemingly out of sight as I tried to locate it), it was 8:30pm. There were so many cars that I knew the place had to be packed.

As I walked in, an usher said I would have to go up to the balcony (which was fine with me). However, immediately another usher came up to me, took my arm, and led me up to a front seat. I do not like to be late, and I never try to push my way to get on a front seat. So by now I was feeling very self conscious, HOWEVER, I knew this was all God's doing, so I just kept a smile and sat down.

The preacher I had seen on television earlier, was speaking and just as I was seated, he introduced their special guests. Can you guess who they were? Right!!! The THREE people that God had told me I was going to meet.

One of the guests shared how he had tried and tried to go through doors to accomplish the assignment God had given him. Door after door closed. Support was not to be found. Yet, he continued to feel he had to accomplish this assignment.

Finally one day, he was sitting at a traffic light, which was red, in Leesburg, Florida. He said to the LORD, "This is _____ ________ . I want it to be recorded in Heaven to day that I have done everything I know to do to accomplish the assignment you have given me. Let it never be said that there was no one in Leesburg, Florida willing to complete this assignment for the Kingdom of God. If you want it to be done by me, it is up to you to provide and to open the doors because I AM AVAILABLE."

He said the light turned green and he moved on with peace leaving this in God's hands. THEN, immediately the doors began to open, support came in, and he was able to do what God had chosen him to do. This event happened over 20 years prior to that evening.

He continued to share how God had expanded his territory and enlarged his tents for the sake of the Kingdom of God, all because he made himself AVAILABLE! I met all three of the people that night and was in meetings later with them, just as the Lord had said. REST ASSURED! God says what HE means, and He means what He says!

Today, I still say "I AM AVAILABLE." I AM AVAILABLE to be God's Woman and to obey Him. I AM AVAILBLE to be what I was born to be, because one day I realized I was not born to do your assignment or to be you, I was only Born To 'Be' ME!

Heavenly Father, I pray that you will bless, lead, guide and direct all who read these words as only you can! Help all of us to stay available to 'be', to 'do', and to 'accomplish' the specific God given assignments that you assign to each one of us so that your full purpose may be accomplished in the earth and for the sake of the Kingdom of God!

In His Service,

Opal Dalton

RETREAT FOR WOMEN PASTORS

2009-08-29T14:48:00.001-04:00

A RETREAT for WOMEN Pastors, Co Pastors, Associate Pastors
November 2 through November 4. Tellico Plains, Tennessee
LIMITED SPACE! CONTACT ME FOR MORE INFORMATION!
opal@opaldalton.com

YOU'VE GOT COFFEE!!!

2009-08-27T14:38:00.004-04:00

Steppin' Out Blessed
August 27, 2009

Greetings in the Name of Jesus,

Most mornings I get up early, around 5 am, and I put on a pot of coffee. Then I read my Bible, pray, etc. One morning my coffee container was empty. I searched through the pantry and cabinets, but there was no back up supply.

So, I said to the Lord "That is Ok. I don't have to have coffee this morning". I proceeded to read my Bible and pray. I then began to praise Him and to worship my Lord, moving from the outer courts into the inner courts and going on into the most holy courts. What a wonderful experience, basking in the presence of the Holy Spirit and worshipping my Lord, forgetting all about the natural things, such as a cup of coffee!

Suddenly (and unexpectedly), God spoke to me these words .... "YOU'VE GOT COFFEE!"

I was a bit irritated at the interruption. I told Him I had forgotten all about not having coffee. Also that I didn't understand why He was interrupting my time of praise and worship by telling me I had coffee.

Once again He spoke, "YOU'VE GOT COFFEE"!

I said "OK, then tell me where it is".

He said "In your suitcase".

I went to check. Of course He was correct (like always). Don and I always take packages of coffee with us when we travel. There were packages of coffee in my suitcase from the last time trip we made.

I thanked Him for revealing to me that I had coffee, then prepared my coffee, and meditated on the lesson He was teaching me through this experience. Although I would have gone to the store when it opened and purchased coffee, He knew I enjoyed my morning coffee early. Therefore, as I concentrated on Him, loving, praising and worshiping Him, I didn't have to wait 3 or 4 hours for a cup of coffee. He not only knew I had coffee in the house, He also revealed where it was, even though it meant interrupting my special time of praise and worship of Him.

This may seem like a little thing to some people. However, I have learned that little things REALLY do matter. So I do not take anything for granted. I know that If GOD can reveal to me that I have coffee, He can (and will) reveal anything else that I need to know at the time I need to know it. Also, when we delight ourselves in Him, He will give us the desires of our heart. (Psalm 37:4)

Heavenly Father, thank you for reminding us that the atmosphere we allow around us determines the product we produce. Our persistence to be obedient to you wears out the resistance of the enemy. Help us to be persistent in seeking FIRST the kingdom of God and your righteousness, and to trust you to add all things unto us. (Matthew 6:33). As we read in Isaiah 55, your ways are not our ways. Your thoughts are not our thoughts. They are much higher, and they are the BEST every time. We love you and praise you, giving you all honor and glory, for you alone are worthy to receive all the honor, all the glory and all the praise. In Jesus name. Amen.

In His Service,
Opal

HAVE FAITH IN GOD!

2009-08-16T11:11:00.001-04:00

Steppin' Out Blessed
August 16, 2009

Greetings my beloved brothers and sisters in the body of Jesus Christ,

I am meditating on the fact that Jesus loves me so much that He paid the ransom to purchase me for Himself with His precious Blood. In so doing He delivered me and set me free from satan's slave market. He has done, and continues to do, what no one else can do. I praise Him and give Him all the honor, all the praise and all the glory. He has no respect of persons. What He does for me, He will do for you. And what He does for you, He will do for me. O what a Saviour!

Lovingly and prayerfully I share with you words which Holy Spirit has placed in my heart. I pray they will strengthen and encourage you.

Thank GOD for the GIFT of FAITH!

FAITH is an action word. FAITH IN GOD will take you where you cannot go on your own. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!

FAITH is a substance. We can't hold it in our hands or bottle it up in a jar. It is like the wind or electricity. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!

We do not see FAITH with our natural eyes, but the effects and results of FAITH is manifest openly as common people are turned into uncommon, and ordinary people do extraordinary things. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!

FAITH IN GOD will open doors that man has closed. FAITH IN GOD will silence your enemies which have worked against you. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!

FAITH IN GOD will overcome fear. GOD has something better for you, but you must reach for it. For without FAITH it is impossible to please Him. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!

FAITH is the victory that overcomes the world. GOD responds to our FAITH IN HIM. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!

What you think about most is what you have chosen to lead you. Set your affections on things above and seek first the kingdom of GOD. All things you need shall be added unto you. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!

God is mindful of all the time, money, talents, blood, sweat and tears that you pour into your life assignments. He has promised to justly recompense you for everything you have done and continue to do, with a right heart. HAVE FAITH IN GOD!

May God continue to increase you and your children more and more in Jesus name.

In HIS service,

Opal

FOOD For THOUGHT

2009-08-12T16:52:00.005-04:00

The worth of any relationship,
(spiritual, family, friend, ministry, or business)
is measured by its contribution to the priorities you establish in your life.

A person alone is an easy target for satan.
God draws people of like minded faith together
so we can stand in agreement on the Word of God.

The mind and imagination are God given tools.
The mind will grow any seed planted in it ... good or bad
We choose what we allow to grow in it, or what we weed out!

Everyone, no exception, sows seed every day.
Sowing bad seed stains the future with hurt and heartache.
Sowing good seed can release a thousand blessings!

Satan works through people, places and things to steal, kill and destroy.
Diligently discern and avoid undesirable influences and distractions
in order to give satan no place or space to work through you..

What happens to you is not as important as how you respond to it!
Your biggest problem can be changed into your greatest blessing.
For with GOD nothing is impossible.

May “The LORD bless you and keep you;
The LORD make His face shine upon you,
And be gracious to you;
The LORD lift up His countenance upon you,
And give you peace.”’ Numbers 6:24-26

Opal Dalton

====================================
'If I can right a human wrong,
If I can help to make one strong,
If I can cheer with smile or song,
Lord, show me how.'
Kleiser

Kingdom Business

2009-07-30T19:47:00.005-04:00

Only God can take torturing experiences and turn them into jewels that will sparkle in your crown. If you have need of restoration in any area of life, the Holy Spirit desires to help you find His best pathway and plan, which will enable you to capitalize on opportunities He is presenting to you.

A person alone is an easy target for satan. This is why God draws people of like minded faith together so we can stand in agreement on the Word of God with unwavering, steadfast, faith and PUSH FORWARD, BREAK OUT and GO OVER!

Satan fears and trembles when he sees a prayer relationship develop between believing children of God. He is already well aware of the results this kind of relationship can produce. There is no stopping a unified believing, praying team, rooted and grounded in the WORD of God when we refuse to allow satan to win. Always remember that God never looses a battle and He does not want His people to either.

I thank God for faithful prayer partners and intercessors. One can chase a thousand and two can put ten thousand to flight. Prayer changes things when we come together in agreement according to the WORD of GOD with REAL CHRISTIANS who REALLY BELIEVE. (Matthew 18:19).

Heavenly Father we thank you for adding new divine friendships, divine connections, and prayer partners to our life. We love to work 'together' with others, in one mind and one accord, with the like purpose of winning souls for the Kingdom of God so that lives may be forever changed and bear fruit that remains! You truly daily load us with benefits. Help us as we press toward the mark of the high calling in Jesus Christ. We desire to be up and about your agenda and Kingdom Business and not about our own agenda!!

GOING OVER

2009-07-30T00:43:00.011-04:00

Is Jesus In your Boat?

Jesus went into the mountain alone. Evening came and the disciples entered into a ship (without Jesus).

It became dark and Jesus still had not joined them. A great wind blew up a storm in the sea. The disciples saw Jesus walking on the sea and getting close to the ship. They were afraid.

But Jesus saith unto them, It is I: Be not afraid. Then they willingly received him into the ship: and immediately the ship was at the land whither they went. (John 6:20, 21)

Heavenly Father, in the name of JESUS CHRIST, we invite and welcome you into every area and every situation that pertains to our life, It is in you and you alone, that we live, we move, and we have our being. You are awesome. Your ways are not our ways, nor your thoughts our thoughts, but they are much higher, and they are the best. Help us as we surrender all, and allow you to work a perfect work in all that pertains to our life, by your Holy Spirit. We give you all honor, all glory and all praise. We thank you for hearing us! We have confidence this is done and that there shall be manifestations and confirmations, in Jesus name!

SHOUT! SHOUT! SHOUT!

2009-07-29T23:51:00.008-04:00

BREAKING OUT

Let them shout and be glad that favor my righteous cause: yea let them say continually, Let the Lord be magnified, which hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant. And my tongue shall speak of thy righteousness and of thy praise all the day long. Psalm 35:27-28

God told the children of Israel to SHOUT as they walked around the walls of Jericho the seventh time. They were obedient and THE WALLS CAME DOWN!

SHOUT with joy, BREAK OUT from people, places and things which have hindered you, and held you back.

BREAK OUT spiritually, physically, materially, financially, emotionally and psychologically.

GO OVER into the greatest victories you have ever experienced. And don't look back!

May God to give you special favor and influences, and a release of supernatural restoration and increase in every area needed, in Jesus name,

I SEE The Grapes

2009-07-12T18:08:00.010-04:00

What Do You SEE?

Is something going on that is upsetting you?
Don't panic!
Don't fear!
Don't let the devil see you sweat!

God saw this coming.
He is not shaken by how things appear.
He does not want you focused on the giants.
Let Him open your eyes to see the grapes.

God responds to your faith.
He desires to open His storehouse
and pour out so many blessings
that you will not have room to contain them.

Get alone in the presence of God
Fear will die.
Panic will be annihilated.
Divine courage will grow.

In His presence
rivers of living water flow,
peace and rest abound,
the joy of the Lord gives you strength.

Stay connected to the infinite power
of your Creator.
He is your Heavenly Father.
He will GIVE you incredible miracle blessings.

READ Numbers Chapter 13. Moses sent out 12 spies
to spy out the land of promise (Canaan). Joshua and Caleb
came back with a good report that they saw the grapes.
The other 10 spies came back with a negative report that
they saw the giants in the land.

If you don't see the grapes 'yet', Stay in His presence
and let Him adjust your vision. You will be glad you did.

Arise From The Dead

2009-07-12T11:04:00.007-04:00

Read and meditate on the scriptures and have an ear to hear what the SPIRIT SAYS. BE encouraged, BE strengthened and BE blessed in Jesus name.

Ephesians 5:1-17 Be ye followers of GOD.

Isaiah 43:13 GOD will work. WHO will LET HIM?

When the SPIRIT is working, often times people get mad and try to stop or destroy what JESUS is doing. Luke 6: 6-11

Mark 5:21-24 JESUS was told about Jairus daughter

Mark 5; 25-34 The little woman pressed her way in and got her healing because of her faith.

Mark 5:35-43 Jairus daughter healed.

We have ideas, dreams and vision of what it is 'supposed' to be like to have GOD bless and do miracles, signs and wonders among us. However, we must not get caught up in watching for HIM to do what we think HE should do, or we will miss HE IS DOING RIGHT NOW.

The WORD says we are to worship HIM in SPIRIT and IN TRUTH. We have to be acutely aware, and extremely sensitive, to HIS SPIRIT, and to HIS voice, if we really want to know GOD’S WILL, and the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE and HOW HOLY SPIRIT is working.

This means that we have to get rid of all things that are in competition with GOD, such as our own doctrines, plans, thoughts, ways, etc. Satan can ONLY stop, delay and hinder the work of the LORD if we allow him to do so. HE is attracted by sight, smell and sound. He is the prince of the air, however GOD has given us power to rise up to the high places and tear satan's kingdom down. It is our choice whether we use the power and authority we have been given , or ignore it and be devoured.

If you are waiting for GOD to do something, today HE is instructing me to share the following: When the SPIRIT of the LORD comes HE will tell you to do something so simple, yet it may also seem so foolish and/or not make sense to you in the natural.

Just as Jesus instructed those with specific needs in the Word of God, we often find that God speaks by His Spirit for us to stand up, sit down, lay down, dance, lift up our hands. What if He says go dip in an old muddy river 3 times? Are we willing to do this? He may also say go make things right with our brother or sister, fast 3 days. I could go on and on.

The main thing I am speaking of here is that the SPIRIT will speak for HIMSELF, and we need to learn to hear HIS voice. HE will never tell us to do anything that contradicts the WORD of GOD. Therefore, we need to be very careful to 'know' the voice of the LORD.

Ask HIM for strong discerning of spirits, and HE will give it to you. As you grow, you will become more and more sensitive to what GOD wants, what HE is doing, etc. Your desires will be HIS desires. And they will be granted.

GOD often uses people. When HE desires to use us, we need to be instantly obedient. However we also need to know for sure we are hearing from GOD at all times, and doing what HE says, when, where, how, etc.

ARISE FROM THE DEAD!!! LOVE the LORD. Seek the LORD. Trust in HIM. Keep focused on HIM. Have faith in HIM. Obey HIM. When HE says ARISE, just ARISE and THEN you will hear the next instruction.

HE said we are to be HIS witnesses! He is the potter. We are the clay. It takes time for HIM to mold and make us so HE can have HIS way with us. Are you willing to be broken bread and poured out wine for HIM? JUST STAY on HIS WHEEL ! HE is making you to become HIS witnesses in the entire world.

HE is trying you as gold is tried and purifying you as silver is purified. HE said the trial of your faith is more precious that gold that perisheth. GOD did not put you on the earth to just be saved and sanctified. HE put you on the earth to be HIS witnesse that HE IS GOD BS to be a light in this world of darkness. This is your calling as a believer. Mark 16:15-20. And the LORD will work with you with signs following as you learn what HIS WILL is, where HE is working if you will join HIM in HIS work.

Take things one day at a time. ALLOW HIM to speak to you, and to lead, guide and direct you by HIS SPIRIT. HE is working a work that you cannot even ask, think or imagine.

REST In The LORD

2009-07-12T09:56:00.012-04:00

RISE ABOVE PRINCIPALITIES and POWERS

and COME UP HIGHER WITH ME INTO HEAVENLY PLACES,

SAITH THE LORD.

Malachi 4:2

GROW UP LIKE CALVES of the stall.

They are only fed the choicest corn and grain.

They do not run wild in the pasture or with the other cows.

SOAR WITH THE EAGLES!!!

They do not eat just anything and/or/go just anywhere.

They have tunnel vision.

They can soar because they know how to allow the wind to carry them.

Joel 3:14

Multitudes, multitudes in the valley of decision:

for the day of the LORD is near in the valley of decision.

II Corinthians 6:17, 18

Come out from among them and be a separate people.

Touch NOT the unclean thing. my sons and daughters,

saith the LORD GOD aAmighty.

I Peter 2:9

You are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation,

a peculiar people, that ye should shew forth the praises of HIM

who hath called you out of darkness into HIS marvelous light.

RUN TO THE ROAR.

The LORD is your HOPE.

HE is ROARING out of ZION. JOEL 3:16

Have ears to hear what the SPIRIT is saying.

Make your way prosperous and have good success by obedience to do

what GOD wants you to do, the way HE wants you to,

WHEN, WHERE and HOW HE says.

II Corinthians 10:3-6

When your obedience is fulfilled…

GOD will revenge disobedience.

YOU ARE BLESSED! AND YOU ARE TO BE A BLESSING!!!

ABIDING IN THE VINE

2009-07-12T06:19:00.008-04:00

Come close my people saith the Lord. I desire to share with you mysteries that are hidden from the world. I desire to open your eyes and your ears this day. Let your heart not be troubled. Neither let it be afraid. I love you and I will take you up to a higher place this day. I will refresh you and bless you. I will strengthen you and encourage you. I will heal you spiritually, physically, materially, financially, emotionally and psychologically. I love you my children, saith the Lord. Come closer. Draw nigh to me and I will draw nigh to you. Take good heed to what I speak to you this day, saith the Lord.

JOHN 15:1-16 ABIDE IN HIM. HE WILL ABIDE IN YOU. JESUS taught DEEP TRUTHS with SIMPLE EXAMPLES.

ABIDE ….. To ‘take up’ one’s abode. Dwell, Stay, Not to depart; To remain beside, To adhere to. To maintain, To remain satisfied with. To be prepared for. To await, To be able to endure or to sustain, To put up with, To tolerate.

ABIDING ….. Continuing, Permanent; Steadfast as an ABIDING FAITH

VINE ….. In A vineyard, the VINE is in planted in the ground. It is cut at about 36 to 43 inches tall and from it grow the branches.

ISAIAH 61:3 And they shall be called trees of righteousness

PSALMS 91:1; 14-16 DWELL in the secret place. RECEIVE HIS promises.

ISAIAH 6:1-3 Isaiah saw a vision of today. The LORD is high and LIFTED up and HIS train fills the temple. The whole earth is filled with HIS GLORY.

I CORINTHIANS 3:16, 17 Know ye not that ye are the TEMPLE of GOD?

1 CORINTHIANS 6:14-20 Ye are not your own. Ye are bought with a price.

Regardless of what fruit bearing season you are in, look into your Heavenly Father’s face and you will see HIS love and HIS mercy. With HIS mercy and tender loving kindness HE is calling and drawing you closer to HIMSELF today, by HIS SPIRIT. HE is giving you hope and a future.

Today is the first day of the rest of your life. Step forward and let HIM take you up to higher places where you can abide and be blessed. Let HIM make you to become HIS disciple and to show forth HIS honor and glory through out the earth. Let HIM make you a priest and king unto HIMSELF, and give you authority and dominion. Let HIM equip and enable you to BE, and to DO, and to ACCOMPLISH HIS purpose through you in the earth. Let HIM be fruitful, increase and multiply in you, to you and through you, which is His heart's desire.

LORD, I BELIEVE, BUT HELP MY UNBELIEF!

2009-03-31T16:05:00.003-04:00

"TRUE STORY OR NOT, THIS IS FOOD FOR THOUGHT!"

A tightrope walker rode his bicycle across Niagra Falls and returned safely back to his starting point. A great number of people were standingon the bank watching in awe as excitement mounted. They cheered wildlyas he safely made this trip.

The young man then got his wheelbarrow and pushed it toward the falls. He asked "How many of you believe I CAN take my wheelbarrow acrossthe falls and safely return to this side?"

The crowd began cheering, and saying they believed he could.

The young man then asked "Who wants to be the first person toget in the wheelbarrow, and take a ride across the falls and back?"

The crowd was silent. There were NO volunteers.

How many of us would be just like everyone in the crowd? We have seen, and most likely we have all experienced, the supernatural and miraculous.

WE BELIEVE GOD CAN ..... BUT DO WE BELIEVE GOD WILL?

Mark 9:17-24(17) And one of the multitude answered and said, Master, I have brought unto thee myson, which hath a dumb spirit:
(18) And wheresoever he taketh him, he teareth him, and he foameth, and gnasheth with his teeth, and pineth away:and I spake to thy disciples that they should cast him out; and they could not.
(19) He answered him and said, O faithless generation, how long shall I be with you? How long shall I suffer you? bring him unto me.
(20) And they brought him unto him, and when he saw him, straightway the spirit tear him; and he feel on the ground, and wallowed foaming.
(21) And he asked the father, How long is it ago since this came unto him? And he said, of a child.(22) And oft times it hath cast him into the fire, and into the waters: to destroy him: but ifthou canst do anything, have compassion on us, and help us.
(23) Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.
(24) And straightway, the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe, help thou mine unbelief.

Prayers and Blessings

2009-02-16T20:42:00.008-05:00

Good Monday morning.

I greet you in the Name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth! May GOD enlighten you by HIS Holy SPIRIT to a revelation larger than you have ever had. May you see beyond your environment, beyond yourself and your situations, challenges, past hurts, brokenness, people, places, and things that have had any adverse consequences on your life.

NOW allow GOD to move through you, lead, guide and direct you to break all barriers. ARISE and SHINE for JESUS and for the edification, enlargement and expansion of the Kingdom of God as you clearly see GOD'S BIG picture, and who HE is, and who you are in HIM.

Grasp the reality of what JESUS CHRIST has done for you an individual, as well as corporately for the Body of Jesus Christ. Reach up and reach out with GOD'S unconditional love and truth to all, with no respect of persons. Never, never, never back down or quit. because quitters never win and WINNERS NEVER QUIT!

I pray in the name of JESUS CHRIST of Nazareth for you today to be strengthened as you hold fast to all of God's promises. Trust and obey Him in all things. Give HIM all praise, honor and glory for all that HE has done, is doing and will continue to do, for He is faithful..

And whatsoever you do, do it heartily as unto the Lord, and not unto men; Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive your reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ. Colossians 3:22, 23

Because of JESUS, at any given moment you have more possibilities than you can act on ,because with God nothing shall be impossible. ONLY BELIEVE and RECEIVE!

In His service,
~Opal~
opal@opaldalton.com
A Minister of TRUTH

JESUS SAID, Ye shall be my witnesses... Acts 1:8
~02/16/09~

FOOD FOR THOUGHT February 04, 2009

2009-02-04T10:40:00.006-05:00

LIFE CHANGING RELENTLESS INCREASE REVOLUTION
by Opal Dalton

LIFE ... The period of time when anyone, or anything, continues to exist.

As long as we live, it is the will of GOD that we have LIFE to the full to the overflow in every area of our life ... spiritually, physically, materially, financially, emotionally, psychologically. I am come that they might have LIFE, and that they might have it more abundantly! John 10:10b

CHANGING... Process of being transformed from one state to another

Being transformed from one state to another is a 24/7 event as long as we live on this earth! And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. Romans 12:2

RELENTLESS ... Merciless

JESUS is our example. He gave no place or space to the devil. Have no mercy on the devil. He has none for you. We need to release the Hand of Heavenly Father to speedily bring righteous judgment against our adversary which is the devil. And from the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force. Matthew 11:12

INCREASE ... To make greater or larger in bulk, quantity, amount or degree.

As we draw near to our Lord, He draws near to us. As we seek the kingdom of GOD and His righteous first, He daily loadeth us with Kingdom benefits. Of the INCREASE of HIS government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and justice from henceforth even forever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this. Isaiah 9:7 To be a partaker and to receive this INCREASE, it is written in HIS WORD ... He must increase, but I must decrease. John 3:30.

REVOLUTION ... A sudden and violent change of government brought about by internal causes.

Each individual is given liberty and a free will by God, our Creator, to take authority and dominion and to make decisions (good or bad), regarding all that pertains to ever area of our life. If a person doesn't take authority over the devil, it opens the door for him to take authority over them and their life. However, Jesus said, Behold, I give unto you power to read on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy; and nothing shall by any means hurt you. Luke 10:19 Therefore it remains the responsibility for each of us to have an ear to hear what the SPIRIT says specifically to us, and to be obedient to HIM. Work out your own salvation (deliverance, change) with fear and trembling. For it is GOD which worketh IN you both to will and to DO of HIS good pleasure. Philippians 2:12b, 13

I am a participant in a LIFE CHANGING RELENTLESS INCREASE REVOLUTION! How about you?

LIFE CHANGING RELENTLESS INCREASE REVOLUTION

2009-02-01T13:15:00.009-05:00

Have you lived in a land of not enough far too long? I am not talking just about money. I am speaking about all that which pertains to every area of life, spiritually, physically, materially, financially, emotionally and psychologically.

I have "Insider Knowledge" which I desire to share with anyone that is interested. (I OPENED THE BOOK and READ INSIDE). And I had an ear to hear what GOD revealed by His SPIRIT.

It is the will of GOD to increase blessings for my soul, mind, body and finance (and yours too). However, I also realize that the kingdom of God suffereth violence and the violent must take it by force. Therefore, I have chosen to participate in a LIFECHANGING RELENTLESS INCREASE REVOLUTION.

Some people WATCH things happen. Some people MAKE things happen! Some people WONDER what happened. Which one describes you?

You can be a part of the LIFE CHANGING RELENTLESS INCREASE REVOLUTION.
Child of God, Be PERSISTENT, UNCOMPROMISING, UNRELENTING, UNREMITTING,
and UNYIELDING and receive the FULL benefits Heavenly Father offers on a daily basis.

If you don't know the LORD, I pray you come to know Him as Saviour, Lord and Master today, and become a participant in the LIFE CHANGING RELENTLESS INCREASE REVOLUTION which has come to the birth, is sweeping the earth and it shall not be stopped in JESUS name. (Read Isaiah 9:6, 7).

The LORD BLESSED Him!

2009-01-16T21:05:00.009-05:00

Then Issac sowed in that land, and received in the same year an hundredfold, and the LORD BLESSED him. Genesis 26:3 Remember, this was a strange land for Issac and it was a year of famine, BUT Issac was led of the LORD, and obeyed the LORD, and the LORD blessed him.

Have no fear! The economy of the Kingdom of GOD is in fine shape! When we know the LORD and are known of him, we are not of this world; we are only passing through. When our hope and trust is in the LORD, (not in man or woman, the government, a job, etc). we are eligible for unlimited KINGDOM benefits from our Heavenly Kingdom and Heavenly Father knows how to get them to us!

I love to share JESUS CHRIST and the good news of the gospel of the kingdom of GOD every opportunity I can. In so doing, I must share that GOD is still in the blessing business .... soul, mind, body and finance.

Money is not everything and money is not the principal thing!

2009-01-15T12:58:00.007-05:00

The subject says... money is not everything, and money is not the principal thing. Money is not evil. We know by experience, and by the scriptures, money answers everything. However, it is the LOVE of money that is root of all evil and which is not pleasing to GOD! PLEASE READ ON!

The WORD OF GOD SAYS ...SEEK ye FIRST the KINGDOM of GOD and HIS RIGHTEOUSNESS and ALL THESE THINGS SHALL BE ADDED UNTO YOU. Matthew 6:33. What things shall be added? EVERYTHING we need shall be added as we are obedient, stay focused and keep our priorities pleasing to our Heavenly Father.

While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest, and cold and heat, and summer and winter shall not cease! Genesis 8:22. This is the WORD OF GOD! Whose report will you believe? The newscasters and prophets of doom are prophesying a lot of doom and gloom for 2009 and those who believe and repeat these reports can expect to receive what they say.... Death and life are in the power of the tongue and those that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. Proverbs 18:22.

I choose to believe the report of the LORD (THE HOLY BIBLE). GOD reveals through HIS WORD, that HE TAKES pleasure in the prosperity of HIS children and HE daily loads us with HIS benefits. There is no lack or slack in HIS kingdom. It is HIS will for us to be in health and to prosper as our soul prospers. (3 John 2). HE has good plans for us which provide hope and a future.

Of the INCREASE of HIS government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment even for ever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform it. Isaiah 9:7

The Garden Of Favor

2009-01-08T01:19:00.019-05:00

FAITH instead of fear.

STRENGTH instead of weakness.

VICTORY instead of defeat.

HEALTH instead of sickness.

HAPPINESS instead of sadness.

PROSPERITY instead of poverty.

Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospers. 3 John 2

GOD GRANTED THE PETITIONS OF JABEZ and HE DESIRES TO GRANT YOURS TOO!

2009-01-06T17:22:00.006-05:00

Greetings in the Name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth!

My heart's desire is for souls to be saved, delivered, healed, encouraged, and set free from all captivity of the enemy and to be blessed spiritually, physically, materially, financially, emotionally, and psychologically. As I pray I am reminded of the prayer which Jabez prayed.

And Jabez called on the GOD of Israel, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil. that it may not grieve me! And God granted him that which he requested. I Chronicles 4:19

I have always believed that Jabez was not just praying to be blessed himself, but that he prayed to be blessed indeed (exceedingly) in order "to be a blessing to others" and God granted his petition. This is my prayer also. I desire to be a blessing to others!

God bless you. Opal

GOD was GOD in the OLD! HE is GOD in the NEW! GOD WILL BE GOD all way through~

2009-01-04T07:53:00.001-05:00

GOD was GOD in 2008. HE is GOD in 2009. GOD is GOD all the time! HE is the LORD and HE changes not!. (Malachi 6:3) GOD was GOD in the OLD! HE is GOD in the NEW! GOD WILL BE GOD all way through, regardless of the date on the calendar.

May HIS Light and Love continually lead and guide you so that you may stay on HIS shiny path as you walk out your journey in 2009. Trust and obey HIM and give HIM full liberty to lead and guide you by HIS SPIRIT. With GOD as your Pilot, HE will send you where HE wants you to go. HE will help you to accomplish HIS divine purpose and will in your life.

GOD also desires to help you to receive all that HE has promised for soul, mind, body and finance. Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospers. 3 John 2. But whoso hearkeneth unto me shall dwell safely, and shalt be quiet from fear of evil. Proverbs 1:33.

..... Believe in the LORD your GOD, so shall ye be established. Believe his prophets, so shall ye prosper. I Chronicles 20:20b. Give GOD ALL HONOR, GLORY and PRAISE all of your days for HE alone is worthy to receive praise, honor and glory

Remember HIS WORDS in Revelation 22:12, 13 ...And, behold, I come quickly: and my reward is with me, to give every man according as his work shall be. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last. Live ready to meet HIM for HE is surely coming soon.

Have a blessed day.
Opal

A Blessing To Share!

2008-12-29T20:38:00.007-05:00

As 2008 is about to close, I want to let you know that you have been an awesome blessing in my life this year. I truly look forward to continued relationship and friendship with you in the new year. The Glory will shine in 2009. The new year will be a year of increase and the Lord shall increase you and your children mroe and more as you continue faithful and obedient to Him.

"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end." Jeremiah 29:11

May 2009 Be The BEST Year Of Your Life!!!

2008-12-29T20:33:00.005-05:00

After serious & cautious consideration . . .

Your contract of friendship has been renewed for the New Year 2009!

It was a very hard decision to make. So try not to screw it up!!!

My Wish for You in 2009

May peace break into your house and may thieves come to steal your debts.

May the pockets of your jeans become a magnet of $100 bills.

May love stick to your face like Vaseline and may laughter assault your lips!

May your clothes smell of success like smoking tires.
and may happiness slap you across the face and may your tears be that of joy.

May the problems you had forget your home address!

In simple words . . . May 2009 be the best year of your life!!!

~AUTHOR UNKNOWN~

SPIRITUAL EDIFICATION

2008-12-17T06:50:00.006-05:00

Greetings in the name of JESUS CHRIST of Nazareth!

May your faith be stimulated, strengthened and energized this day.
May your spirit be infused in a divine manner.
May you discover God's greater purpose for your life.

Many things which you need to know, will only come through your
careful, consistent, and persistent communication with God.
Seek after Him with all your heart daily.

Let God help you set new goals, and new enthusiasm will be created.
This can release and regenerate HIS power in you.
The power to speak blessings into your own life is within you.

Draw closer to Him and He will draw closer to you.
God will show you which steps to take, and which steps not to take
so you can rise to new heights and SOAR like the eagle.

You are blessed to be a blessing.
Be not weary in well doing.
REMEMBER, in due season you shall have your due reward.

In His Service,

Opal Dalton
A Minister of Truth
12.17.08

God is the Author and the Finisher of your Faith!

2008-12-10T18:24:00.004-05:00

That which you have started,
trust Him to help you complete.

This shall not be by your might, nor by your power,
but by HIS Spirit saith the Lord of hosts.

Give Him all praise honor and glory!
Have a blessed day.

THE PULPIT

2008-12-10T18:11:00.005-05:00

Believers are the 'church'. The world is a pulpit where the GREAT COMMISSION is to be carried on from generation to generation by Believers. (Matthew 28:19, 20, Mark 16:15-20, Acts 1:8).

My pulpit is the world. I trust the Lord to go before me and open doors HE chooses. The gospel is to be preached and taught and shared 24/7, if we are to minister like our example, JESUS CHRIST. Ministry is not to be limited to one place or time, etc.

I am a witness for my Lord and Master. He is my Saviour, my provider, healer, my protector, my judge, my lawyer, and my best friend. In Him I live, I move and I have my being.

With joy I share the message of the GOOD NEWS of the GOSPEL of the Kingdom of God whever ever I have opportunity.

For Unto Us A Child Was Born

2008-12-04T05:59:00.004-05:00

Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born; unto us a child is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The
Prince of Peace.

Isaiah 9:7 Of the increase of his government and peace there shall
be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order
it, and to establish it, with judgment and with justice from henceforth
even for ever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this.

Isaiah 37:31 And the remnant that is escaped of the house of Judah
shall take root downward, and bear fruit upward:

Luke 17:20 And when he was demanded of the Pharisees, when the
kingdom of God should come, he answered them and said, The kingdom
of God cometh not with observation: Neither shall they say. Lo here! or lo, there! for behold, the kingdom of God is within you!

For unto us a CHILD was born, and unto us that believe and receive, HIS kingdom is given. HIS kingdom is alive and well within the remnant! HIS kingdom is ever increasing. HIS kingdom and HIS government will never end!

Isaiah 26:3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on
thee: because he trusteth in thee.

We have an ever increasing peace when we have HIS kingdom within us!

Matthew 6:10 Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, in earth, as it is in heaven.

Have a blessed day.

~Opal Dalton~
A Minister of TRUTH
12/04/08

HE LOVES YOU SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!

2008-11-20T08:32:00.001-05:00

Greetings in the precious, holy and lovely name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth!

When I think about HIS goodness and all that HE has done for me, and when I think about how HE has set me Free, I just want to thank Him and praise Him and Sing and Shout Hallelujah! Praise God!

Jesus gave no place or space to satan.

HE said if we lift Him up HE will draw all men to Himself. So today I lift HIM up. HE is the KING of KINGS and the LORD of LORDS. HE is the great I AM, the ALPHA and OMEGA, the BEGINNING and the END, the AUTHOR and the FINISHER of our FAITH.

HE is WONDERFUL, COUNSELLOR, The mighty GOD, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. HE is my Saviour. HE is my healer, my provider, my lawyer, my judge.

This day I give HIM ALL PRAISE, ALL HONOR and ALL GLORY for HE ALONE is WORTHY TO RECEIVE ALL HONOR, ALL PRAISE and ALL GLORY.

! AM IN LOVE WITH MY LORD and I just have to tell it everywhere I go.

BE BLESSED OF THE LORD MY PRECIOUS BROTHERS and SISTERS!

HE LOVES YOU SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!

In His Service,

Opal

A Turning Point and Breakthrough

2008-11-17T17:00:00.005-05:00

November 17, 2008

Greetings in the Name of Jesus Christ Of Nazareth.

People all around the world will read this email. The words will quicken some of you in a way that you will know the LORD is speaking directly, and specifically, to you. My mailing list is large and expanding every day. I can only write what I hear by the Holy Spirit in my ear. I send this word out in Jesus name with full trust and confidence that it will not return void, but it will go out into the world and accomplish whatsoever the Lord pleases. Rejoice and give God all praise, all honor and all glory. He is the Lord and He changes not! JESUS CHRIST of Nazareth is the one and only true Messiah, the one and only begotten Son of the one and only true and living GOD! Give Him pleasure as you minister praise and worship unto Him. He is waiting, and He is listening, for the fruits of praise from your lips!

A Turning Point and Breakthrough

You are not alone.
Your Heavenly Father is with you.
He goes before you, making rough places smooth
and crooked places straight.

You have been asking for divine guidance.
You are at a turning point and breakthrough.
God is not limited to logic for He works in the supernatural.
He is helping you in ways you may not yet realize.

Pursue God's perfect will with all your heart.
He will reveal by His Spirit the open door He sets before you.
and the steps you are to take for fulfillment of His promises.
By faith and obedience you can enter a season of momentous change.

Be not afraid to take the steps He reveals to you.
The Holy Spirit will confirm that it is the Lord that is speaking.
by the spiritual gifts of wisdom, knowledge and prophecy.
REMEMBER. .... With GOD all things are possible! Matthew 19:26b.

In His Service,

~Opal Dalton ~
A Minister of TRUTH
11/17/08
copyright 2008

.... Believe in the LORD your God. so shall ye be established;
believe His prophets, so shall ye prosper. II Chronicles 20:20 b

FOOD FOR THOUGHT November 14, 2008

2008-11-14T08:06:00.004-05:00

FOOD FOR THOUGHT
November 14, 2008

Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness
and all these things shall be added to you.
Matthew 6:33

Do you need God's divine intervention?
He desires to abundantly bless your life.
What you seek will be found only where He leads you.

Have you encountered experiences with loneliness?
Your experiences with loneliness
develop your appreciation for companionship.

Does doubt try to overtake you?
Inner battles you have with doubt
force you to dig for what you really believe.

Timing is the golden word in having the plan of GOD
unfold in your life.
Timing is a vital key to manifestation of your hopes and dreams.

God will not change what is in your hand
until you change your mind.
Acts of faith and obedience open the windows of heaven.

Your actions can create the current
that sweeps you into the heart of God.
Embrace God's plan and pursue His desired changes in your life.

We are living in times of extreme pressure.
Principalities and powers do everything possible
to hinder the birth of God's perfect plan for your destiny.

To successfully overcome the enemy and survive,
listen diligently to God's voice
and use God's wisdom, knowledge and discerning of spirits.

For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord will give grace and glory.
no good thing will HE withhold from them that walk uprightly.
Psalm 84:11

Have a blessed day.

~Opal Dalton~
A Minister of TRUTH
~11/14/08~

FAITH in GOD is WORKING ... SOMETHING is GOING to HAPPEN!

2008-11-11T10:04:00.002-05:00

FAITH in GOD is WORKING ... SOMETHING is GOING to HAPPEN!

The man who had been lame from his birth
began to walk and leap and praise GOD
when Peter and John ministered to him.
(Acts 3:1-10)

Every work that GOD does begins in the heart.
FAITH IN GOD IS WORKING ... SOMETHING IS GOING TO HAPPEN!
Broken hearts are mended and human obstacles crumble.
All that you have experienced begins to work for your good.

Pursue all that you do by FAITH in GOD and prayer.
Don't allow setbacks to take the joy out of your FAITH.
Continue to believe ... your circumstances will change.
Using your FAITH IN GOD pleases the heart of GOD.

At times you may go through things you don't understand.
You may have to do things you don't like to do.
A Believing Child of God weathers every storm.
Each test and trial can provide spiritual education and promotion.

Be patient in allowing Holy Spirit to complete
the restoring work of GOD in you. (James 1:4)
There is always a gap between where you are
and where you are going.

FAITH IN GOD bridges the gap between the known
and the unknown. the proven and the unproven.
FAITH IN GOD lets you see beyond where you are
and into the place where GOD is taking you.

Your worst circumstances are subject to change ...
and WILL ... as you continue to apply FAITH IN GOD!
Today is not permanent.
Today is the first day of the rest of your life!

TAKE A LEAP OF FAITH in GOD
Through HIS grace HE is leading and protecting you.
RISE UP! LOOK UP! REJOICE!
GIVE ALL PRAISE, HONOR and GLORY TO GOD!

In His Service,

~Opal Dalton ~
A Minister of TRUTH
11/11/08
copyright 2008

And it shall come to pass in that day,
that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder,
and his yoke from thy neck, and his yoke shall be destroyed
because of the anointing. Isaiah 10:27

FOOD FOR THOUGHT November 10, 2008

2008-11-10T11:07:00.000-05:00

FOOD FOR THOUGHT
November 10, 2008

What do you need?
What do you have?
Your future is not controlled by what you don't have.
Take a look around and see what you have.
Then ask God to show you what to do
with what you already have.

When you ask God for something
be ready to obey whatever He instructs you to do.
He will not tell you to do anything that you cannot obey.
Through your FAITH in GOD and your obedience,
God can take what you have, and use it
to attract what you don't have to you.

What you can do with what you have may seem insignificant
if you are comparing it to what you need.
In your mind it may not be enough.
In the natural it may not be enough.
However, if you will use what you have as God instructs
God will reveal the value of what you already have.

You may say ..... Use What? More What?
Use your gifts and talents the way God requests.
Pray for others, giving of yourself through prayer and fasting.
Give of your material goods and money the way God leads.
When you do what God leads you to do,
God will attract the harvest you need to you.

Study References, please read
II Kings 4:1-7, Isaiah 1:19, Mark 9:23, Luke 1:37.

Have a blessed day.

~Opal Dalton~
A Minister of TRUTH
~11/10/08~

Opal Dalton Ministries
www.opaldalton.com

2008-11-09T09:08:00.004-05:00

DUE DATES

When you need a reversal of a trial or tribulation
often times just one, simple, true, clear, revelation from God
is all you need for a complete turnaround

I share with you this day, from my heart
words birthed by Holy Spirit, backed 100% by God's Word
and meant for this moment in time

Be not weary in well doing,
Galations 6:9 is TRUE for you,
for in DUE Season, you shall reap, if you faint not.

Hold fast! Be encouraged! Trust God!
Know in your heart that divine winds for personal change
are blowing on your circumstances.

Each seed you have sown has a specific DUE DATE
for you to receive the harvest God has assigned to it.
You have DUE DATES coming soon, perhaps today!

Death and life are in the power of the tongue
and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof. Proverbs 18:21
Keep your faith alive and active in all you think, do, and say.

Walk in obedience and agreement with God's Word and revelation.
His plan for you moves you from things that have been stressing
to things that are a blessing.

A window of opportunity remains open for you.
Enter a season of Divine Intervention and Supernatural Supply.
Continue to faithfully sow seeds for your FUTURE DUE DATES.

Stand on the WORD of GOD!
REMEMBER GOD HAS PROMISED ...My covenant will I not break,
nor alter the thing that has gone out of my lips. Psalm 89:24

In HIS service,

~Opal Dalton~
A Minister of TRUTH
~11/09/08~

FAITH in GOD links you to the unstoppable force of GOD within you.

2008-11-06T12:14:00.005-05:00

If ye be willing and obedient, you shall eat the good of the land. Millions of blessings which GOD has desired to get to His children have been missed because of impatience. Godliness with contentment is great gain. Hold fast to your FAITH in GOD! FAITH in GOD draws blesings to you. FAITH in GOD fills you with energy! FAITH in GOD is powerful. FAITH in GOD makes you think differently and talk differently.

FAITH in GOD brings out the best in, and through, you. FAITH in GOD can change the atmosphere all around you. Continue steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the LORD. Persistence wears out the resistance of the enemy. Be not weary in well doing for in due season, you will reap if you faint not. You can know this, have confidence in this and rest in these things ... because the WORD OF GOD SAYS SO!

FAITH in GOD links you to the unstoppable force of GOD within you. May HIS divine power soak and saturate you, your household and all that pertains to you with HIS divine grace and favor.

HE is the MESSAGE!

2008-10-26T13:39:00.004-04:00

I am a Christian Believer and I am American.

As the Word instructs, I pray for ALL leaders and ALL in authority of any kind.

As HIS messenger, nothing more and nothing less. I strive to be obedient as the Spirit leads me.

HE is the MESSAGE! As the messenger I am in subjection to the one I represent. I simply write as I feel led by the HOLY SPIRIT.

We are all unique, and we are a peculiar treasure unto God. We are all made out of the same yard of material. :)

In a way we are the same, but are also different, if that makes any sense.

I am so happy and content with the full confidence I have in HIM. The KINGDOM of GOD standeth sure having this seal ...... the LORD knows all who are HIS, and all is well In HIS Kingdom and in HIS economy in JESUS name.

In HIM and through HIM we are winners regardless, because of the Blood of the Lamb and the WORD of our tstimony.

I believe we will soon experience the greatest revival and harvest of souls ever recorded in history.

United on a sure foundation of the WORD of GOD, we can stand.

Be blessed in Jesus name,
Opal

It is so important to FAST and PRAY, PRAY, PRAY!

2008-10-25T12:21:00.009-04:00

It is so important to FAST and PRAY, PRAY, PRAY!

Each of us needs to hear, in our own ear, what GOD has to say regarding HIS will. We need to trust GOD and be willing to obey HIM. We cannot be aligned to hear from GOD, while continuing to look at, and make decisions, based on outward appearance, age (young or old) , gender, color, political party, social status, etc.

We are individually responsible to research, and to look, at the records of those for whom we vote into any office or position of authority (secular or religious) , for ourselves. Therefore it is very important to seek God and to hear from GOD for OURSELF, and to OBEY HIM. If we listen to, accept, and make a decision, based on biased and/or prejudiced information, how can we say we are hearing from GOD?

I am continuing to seek GOD. I will do my utmost to be obedient to HIM. GOD is watching. HE sees and knows all. I want to please HIM above all. I am fully persuaded HE will take care of me and my household, provided I obey HIM, just as HE will for you, if you obey HIM.

WHEN WE ARE FILLED WITH THE HOLY GHOST, we have been given nine (9) Spiritual GIFTS which include wisdom, knowledge, and discerning of spirits. We also should not lightly take anyone's word for anything, regardless of who it is, or what title they may have in front of their name.

The WORD of GOD says the HOLY GHOST is our TEACHER and our COUNSELLOR (If we let HIM be) . WE NEED TO SEEK OUR ANSWERS and CONFIRM THEM IN GOD'S WORD AND ACCEPT WHAT GOD'S WORD SAYS. We read in the Book of Acts where the most noble ones went home and checked out for themselves what they were taught. It is of the UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT WE HEAR FROM GOD!!!!

We need to remember and consider the events, motives, and also the results, of all that happened with Daniel and the three Hebrew children, Esther, Jonah and Nineveh, Paul and the shipwreck, and others as recorded in scripture. Effectual fervent PRAYING and FASTING can cause manifestation of the CHANGE needed for the good for all.

Have you thought about Haman in the Book of Esther lately? He plotted to have the Jews destroyed, and even built the gallows where he planned to have Mordecai hung, because Mordecai had spoken GOOD for the king. GOD was so far ahead of Haman and the plans of the enemy! At the last moment, there was a complete turnaround. GOD had Esther positioned in HIS DESIRED place of favor with the King for an appointed time when enemy's plot and plan would be revealed and victory and delvierance would be won for GOD'S people. Makes me want to shout Hallelujah! Haman was the one hung on the gallows he had built for Mordecai. The Jews were delivered. And Mordecai was honored for his service to save the life of king. We really need to refresh our memory by reading the WORD and then ask GOD to reveal by HIS SPIRIT how to apply it today!!

I continue to be reminded of one 20th century woman who gained enough influence to result in successfully causing a decision to be passed disallowing Bible reading at school several decades ago. When someone gives THAT woman credit, or blame, for adverse and painful consequences that continue today as a result of the decision made by those in authority at that time, my response has always been, and continues to be, "HER EFFORTS COULD NOT HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFUL IF THE BIBLE HAD NOT FIRST BEEN TAKEN OUT OF THE HOME and HEARTS." We all need to remember, consider and check ourselves daily regarding our choices and the stand we take to see if we are standing for GOD and HIS plan. TODAY it is hardly safe to read the WORD at church or often even at home. I am always amazed at how few people even carry a Bible to church. And that so many admit they never read the WORD even they may go to church some of the time, or all the time.

I was young at the time the decision was made to not allow the Bible to be read in school. I had no clue what was going on politically or in our judicial system. Those of us who are not responsible for sitting idly by and allowing this woman to prevail, are not responsible for the consequences which our liberty and freedom suffers, increasingly and continually, as a result of her actions or the decisions made by those in authority. One question I have often asked ... "WHY did our parents and grandparents not fast and pray and stand up for their Christian beliefs and rights to the point of THAT woman's plan being defeated?"

Although I was not responsible for what happened THEN, I am responsible to do my part TODAY to seek GOD and to HEAR HIS VOICE, and to OBEY HIM NOW! Generations to come will FOREVER be affected and reap consequences by what happens at this election on November 4. Today I ask "What will our future generations look back and say about our actions and decisions in 2008? What will be the consequences they have to bear as a result of our decisions today?

Are we truly considering GENERATIONS TO COME, CHRISTIAN BELIEVERS, JEWS, ISRAEL? Are we really PRAYING and ASKING GOD WHAT HE WANTS US TO DO? I am confident many people are, and I also believe there are many servants of the LORD who will obey GOD. I pray for GOD'S perfect WILL and PLAN prevail. We must continue to trust HIM and not man.

Abortion, homosexuality, immorality, lying, drug use, murder, drunkenness, rioting, disrespect for those in authority, etc., etc., etc. has been having increasingly free reign in our nation for a long time and now waxes worse and worse. More and more Supreme Court Justices and Federal judges ignore GOD and what is right in HIS sight. ALL the people in this nation (as well as through out the world) suffer as a consequence.

What will our nation be like if more FAR LEFT LIBERALS are appointed to places of authority who will be sitting on the judgment benches for decades to come? They refuse to be accountable now. They refuse to stand up for Christians rights now.

We need to really pray and ask GOD what does HE want us to do, and ONCE WE HAVE TARRIED UNTIL WE HAVE THE ANSWER FROM HIM, then we need to obey HIM, regardless of what HE says.

A few days ago I received a prayer request from a friend who was crying over a girl in her early 20's who had decided to abort a baby. She was over 4 months pregnant. This was her second abortion. The girl had not told her parents she was pregnant, but she was beginning to show and wanted to get rid of the baby. She has a good paying job and the ability to support this child. Offers to adopt had also been made to her to no avail. SHE HAS NEVER KNOWN JESUS and SHE SAW NO WRONG IN HER DECISION. The girl had shared with the friend that prior to the abortion she would have to watch the video showing how she would be given medication. Then baby would die and would be cut out of her in parts.

I was grieved and I cried over this girl and the condition of her soul and the reprobate condition of her mind. I cried over the baby which was ALIVE, but which was given NO CHOICE in the matter. I love the soul of that girl. O how I wish I could reach her, hug her and love her with the love of GOD, and that she would SEE and DISCERN and HEAR spiritually and let JESUS help her turn her life around. I am not here to judge her or condemn her. My job is to pray for her and to love her with the Love of GOD. She lives hundreds of miles away from me. All I knew to do was to pray that somehow and someway GOD would put someone in her path to share JESUS and the LOVE OF GOD with her, and hopefully she would change her mind about the abortion and also that she would give her heart to JESUS.

On the news locally I heard a few days ago how a man raped a 5 year old girl and the judge gave him ONE YEAR in jail. How unjust that judge was! Little girls are being used as prostitutes in our own nation, and in our own back door, often with parents consent. Who is intervening? What will happen if more and more Supreme Court Justices and Federal Judges, Senators, House Representatives on national level, as well as in places of authority on state and local levels, are appointed or voted into positions of authority and then refuse to stand for what is right in teh sight of God?

The WORD of GOD already tells us what will happen. GOD will judge each individual based on choices made. Satan appears as an angel of light. Just as the prophet Samuel warned the people of things to come because of their desire to have a king and to be like everyone else, so have we have been forewarned of all that is happening and all that is to happen when we obey, or when we disobey. Once Saul became king, he changed and the people came under greater and greater captivity and bondage, just as had been prophesied by the Prophet Samuel because he was a TRUE prophet and he delivered only the TRUE WORD which GOD had told him to speak to warn the people.

We all have options. There are consequences for every choice we make. Some call evil good and good evil. We were told it would be this way so we should not be taken by surprise that it has come to pass. We watch as some kiss the hand and flatter, affiliate with people to gain financial and verbal support, change their platform to please the people. I am reminded of the outward appearance and actions of Absalom when he was attempting to take over the throne of his father, David. We need to remember and consider that GOD is not going to change HIS WORD or HIS plan to please, cater to, flatter or find favor with people.

I firmly believe in HUMAN RIGHTS. Also that GOD has no respect of persons. SIN IS SIN. GOD desires that none should perish, but that all might receive (accept) eternal life. HE will judge all with righteous judgment. HE is the only one that can judge with righteous judgment because HE judges by the heart. However, there is no way anyone can convince me that any union between man and man or woman and woman is marriage in GOD'S sight. Sodomy is still sodomy as it was in the days of Sodom and Gomorrah. This, like all sin, can be forgiven provided there is repentance and a turning from the sin.

There is a terrible consequence for standing for what is not right in GOD'S sight. The mind can be turned over as a reprobate. Evidence and consequences of the results of reprobate minds increase daily. We can know much about character of a person by the company they keep.

I love all people. I pray for all people. I want to encourage all people to DO, to BE and to ACCOMPLISH GOD'S perfect desire and destiny for their life. GOD gives every one freedom of choice to make good decisions OR bad decisions, to receive HIM and obey HIM, OR reject HIM and disobey HIM.

America is being, and will be judged, by GOD HIMSELF, with righteous judgment. HOWEVER, I also firmly believe that IF we as individuals, will hear from GOD and will OBEY GOD and will stand for what is right in HIS sight, that GOD will protect, and take care of each one of us, and our households, regardless of what happens.

We need to READ the WORD and consider GOD'S WORD as we FAST and PRAY. We need to do this for the national election, local elections and for ALL decisions that pertain to every aspect of our life, as well as to every decision we make and everything we do.

I unashamedly say and make no apologies for saying ... I am PRO GOD, PRO LIFE, PRO MARRIAGE (one and one woman). HIS WORD HAS THE ANSWERS WE ALL NEED. GOD WILL NOT BLESS WHAT HE HAS CURSED and HE WILL NOT CURSE WHAT HE HAS BLESSED. HE IS NOT GIVEN TO CHANGE!

I send this with GOD'S love for all. The LORD is watching for, and rewarding faithfulness. That which we are instructed to do may appear little or insignificant in our sight, but the little things really DO matter. And by the way, I truly do believe we are about to see the greatest revival that has ever manifested in the history of the world. GOD always wins the victory!

In His Service,

~Opal Dalton ~
A Minister of TRUTH,
a Christian Believer and an American
10/26/08
copyright 2008

If my people, which are called by my name shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and forgive their sin, and will heal their land. ll Chronicles 7:14

Arise and Shine

2008-10-24T08:03:00.004-04:00

Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon thee. For, behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people: but the Lord shall arise upon thee, and his glory shall be seen upon thee. Isaiah 60:1, 2

YOU are BLESSED to 'BE' a BLESSING!

Remember the prayer of Jabez in I Chronicles 4:10? Jabez asked GOD to bless him indeed. Now some might think Jabez prayed a selfish prayer. However, I believe he TRULY wanted to be blessed to 'BE' a BLESSING, so GOD could bless others through him.

Therefore, GOD answered HIS petition because in GOD'S sight Jabez had the right desire in his heart. He did not want to be a pain to anyone or cause anyone grief. Jabez was seeking GOD'S face (and HIS heart) ... not HIS hand. And GOD answered Jabez prayer.

GOD is answering your prayer too in JESUS name! Rejoice and be blessed this beautiful Friday which the Lord has made.

GOD Never Looses A Battle!

2008-10-23T18:10:00.003-04:00

REMEMBER, quitters never win. Keep on your spiritual armor and use your spiritual weapons. Be strong in the Lord. Refuse to quit! Weeping endures but a night, but joy comes in the morning!

If satan's attacks have intensified against you, it is because he is upset because he knows that you are closer that ever to God's outpouring on your behalf. This is proof that hell is upset about what is to happen in YOUR life if you hold fast.

REMEMBER, satan wants you to give up and quit. However, you are not ignorant of satan's wicked and evil devices.

Believe and expect to receive victory in JESUS name. You will overcome by the Blood of the Lamb and the Word of your testimony!

GOD never looses a battle! HE is faithful. Praise GOD and worship HIM in Spirit and in Truth. When GOD is your GOD, you always emerge a winner. Hold fast! Trust and obey GOD. Give HIM all praise, all honor and all glory!!!!!

FOOD FOR THOUGHT October 11, 2008

2008-10-11T07:22:00.003-04:00

Food For Thought
October 11, 2008

GOD has not given the spirit of fear,
but of power, and of love and of a sound mind. (II Timothy 1:7)

The thing that causes problems is the very thing
that keeps the solution from getting to you.

Fear, doubt, and loss of focus
hinder blessings and miracles.

Doubt can create situations and problems
which you are not equipped to handle.

The things on which you focus
are the things which will be magnified

You can't get to what is ahead
until you get past what is dead.

Elijah prayed 7 times before the famine ended
and the rain came.

It never hurts to pray one more time.
Your future needs more than your sufficiency.

GOD'S plan for your future
is planned on HIS sufficiency, not yours.

GOD has made a Blood Covenant
which will never be broken or taken back.

Don't wait for things to be right before you begin.
If thou canst believe all things are possible to him that believeth. (Mark 9:23)

Arise. Shake yourself and do what you know to do now!
The blessings of God are drawn to you by your acts of faith.

In His service,

~Opal Dalton~
A Minister of TRUTH
10/11/08

PRAYER FOR YOU

2008-10-05T11:58:00.003-04:00

The fear of man bringeth a snare but whoso putteth his trust in the Lord shall be safe. Proverbs 29:25

In the name of Jesus I pray......... Give to all of us a deeper and greater revelation of your truth by your SPIRIT. As we draw close to you, help us to recognize and receive all truth, for you have promised to draw close to us, if we draw close to you. Open the eyes of our understanding that we may be enlightened to know what is the hope of your calling in us, to us, and through us, and what is the riches of your glory of your inheritance in the saints, and what is the exceeding greatness of your power to all that BELIEVE, according to the working of your mighty power, through JESUS CHRIST who lives in all who accept HIM as personal Saviour. READ Ephesians 1:18-20.

If you do not know JESUS CHRIST, the only begotten Son of GOD as Saviour and LORD, I pray you will NOW open the door of your heart, and receive Jesus Christ as your Saviour, who has purchased and made a way for the salvation for your soul.

For those who have received JESUS CHRIST as Saviour and LORD, I pray you may be strengthened in the inner man to pray according to God's will, and to know (understand) when you have done this, that you can move forward with confidence, knowing you have received the petitions which you asked of God. (I John 5:14,15) I pray you will prosper and to be in health even as your soul prospers. (3 John 2).

I pray for God to strengthen weak hands and feeble knees, provide divine revelation of His truth, divine and perfect wisdom, knowledge and discerning of spirits, that you may become, do and accomplish all that it is His will and desired destiny for you to 'BE'. to 'DO' and to "ACCOMPLISH' for HIS HONOR and GLORY. in the name of JESUS CHRIST.

Thank You, LORD in advance for adding peace and joy, healing and provision to the one reading this, in JESUS name. All praise, honor and glory and thanksgiving go to YOU, our LORD and Master.

HEAVENLY FATHER KNOWS BEST!

2008-09-28T16:52:00.001-04:00

PRAYER.. "I know you're watching over me, And I'm feeling really blessed. For no matter what I pray for, You always know what's best."

When things do not seem to be happening like you think they should, remember this ..... Your HEAVENLY FATHER will not WITHHOLD anything that is good FOR you ..... FROM you! Allow HIM to lead you by HIS SPIRIT each step of the way to your 'expected' end which HE has prepared FOR you. It will be perfect, complete and good FOR you. HE has 'A' Plan that gives to YOU HOPE and a FUTURE.

But seek ye first the kingdom of GOD and HIS righteousness and all these things SHALL BE ADDED UNTO YOU. Matthew 6:33. What will be added to you by your HEAVENLY FATHER when you seek 'FIRST' (above all, and ahead of all ,other people, places and things) HIS AGENDA for your life daily? EVERYTHING THAT YOU NEED!!! PLUS, As you delight yourself in HIM HE will even give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4.

In HIS Service,

Opal Dalton

EXERCISE Your Measure Of FAITH!

2008-09-28T16:37:00.000-04:00

GREAT FAITH …………

GOD has dealt to every man the measure of FAITH. Romans 12:3. Have you ever desired to have MORE FAITH? GOD has dealt (given) a MEASURE of FAITH to each of us. The measure of FAITH that GOD has given becomes 'GREAT FAITH', sufficient for any challenge, trial or need, when exercised.

WHAT IS GREAT FAITH in the eyes of GOD? Consider the centurion in Matthew 8:5-13. He came to JESUS seeking healing for his servant who was at home paralyzed by the palsy. JESUS started to go to his house and heal the servant. However, the centurion told JESUS that he was not worthy that JESUS should come under his roof, but for HIM to speak the WORD only and his servant would be healed.

JESUS said HE had not seen such GREAT FAITH in Israel. HE told the centurion to go his way, and it would be unto him as he had believed.

When the centurion arrived home, he found that his servant had been
healed at the same time that JESUS had spoken the WORD.JESUS sent HIS WORD and healed the servant. Psalm 107:20 The centurion exercised his measure of FAITH so that it became GREAT FAITH. His GREAT FAITH was GREATLY REWARDED by GOD.

JESUS said if we have FAITH as a grain of mustard seed we can command the mountain to be removed and cast into the sea, and it will obey. (Read Matthew 17:14-21)

My husband, Don, often reminds us that GREAT FAITH is required for a little grain of mustard seed to push itself through all the earth on top of it (a mountain of pressure), to the top of the earth so that it may become the greatest of all herbs, accomplishing all that GOD destined the little mustard seed to DO, to BE and to ACCOMPISH.

Sometimes you may feel like the mustard seed, with a mountain of problems, burdens, afflictions and trials. If so, EXERCISE (use) your FAITH in GOD. GREAT FAITH in GOD puts GREAT pressure on the pressure of the enemy and he is overcome or in other words, defeated, in JESUS name.

GOD sees and rewards GREAT FAITH! Be not weary in well doing for you shall reap in due season if you faint not. Galations 6:9. EXERCISE your measure of faith and watch it GROW to become GREAT FAITH with GREAT REWARDS. GOD BLESS YOU!

In HIS Service,

Opal Dalton
www. opaldalton. com

FAITH BASED FAITH

2008-09-28T15:54:00.002-04:00

FAITH Based Faith Do you have FAITH BASED FAITH or fear based faith? Do you pray FAITH BASED PRAYERS or fear based prayers? Do you live a FAITH BASED LIFE STYLE or a fear based lifestyle?

JESUS CHRIST HAD FAITH BASED FAITH, PRAYED FAITH BASED PRAYERS and LIVED A FAITH BASED LIFESTYLE. JESUS CHRIST KNEW WHO HE WAS, WHY HE WAS ON EARTH and CONTINUALLY FOCUSED ON THE CROSS and THE THRONE.

JESUS has already defeated death, hell and the grave and won the victory. WE DO NOT need to FEAR when the LORD sets up HIS throne in our heart. With JESUS on the inside of us, we can live a FAITH BASED LIFE STYLE, PRAY FAITH BASED PRAYERS and RECEIVE OUR PETITIONS.

If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth. Mark 9:23. HAVE A WONDERFUL FAITH BASED DAY

YOUR NEW SEASON

2008-09-20T08:51:00.001-04:00

YOUR NEW SEASON

Do you ever feel close to giving up?
If so, this word is sent to YOU!
A blessing and answer you've long desired
Will soon be yours because God's Word is true.

Will you be an instrument used by God
to show His power and might?
This is the time for you to discover
The stand you have taken is right!

Hold fast to your faith and don't you fear
Keep God and His promises in view.R
The Spirit of God moves like the seasons.
Rejoice! A new season is coming through for you.

In His Service,

~Opal Dalton ~
A Minister of TRUTH
09/20/08
copyright 2008
www.opaldalton.com

Food For Thought September 18, 2008

2008-09-18T12:41:00.014-04:00

Food For Thought

The REAL STARS are the ones who turn many souls to righteousness.
The REAL STARS shall shine forever as the stars of heaven.

Regardless of who changes policies, rules or laws, we can rest assured that
GOD has given no one authority to curse what, or whom, He has blessed.
and GOD has given no one authority to bless what, or whom, He has cursed.

In the days ahead there will be many confirmations that
GOD says what HE means and means what HE says!
Are you on the LORD'S Side?

NEWS FLASH!
God has not made any changes in the Ten Commandments and He doesn't plan to. He is the Lord, He changes not ... (Malachi 3:6b)

If my people, which are called by my name shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and forgive their sin, and will heal their land. ll Chronicles 7:14

When we ABSORB God's WORD into our HEART,
and HIS WISDOM into our mind,
Then HIS WILL can enter our future.

Are we really following this instruction of God in ll Chronicles 7:14? Are we really following the example and instructions of Jesus Christ of Nazareth the only begotten Son of the one and only True and Living God in Matthew 6:5-13? Jesus gave the example of HOW to pray, WHAT to ask for, etc. Are we truly praying for GOD'S WILL to be done in earth? These instructions from God the Father and the Son are not an option. IF we are to remain strong and awake spiritually we must obey.

We are told in God's Word that in the last days, if it were possible, even the very elect would be deceived. The SPIRIT is leading me to say to Believers and also to non believers ... Be not deceived by those who lie, are given to change like the wind that blows, and/or who speak with flattering tongues, using words which tickle the ears. The WORD is quickly being fulfilled all over the world.

Remember the days of Moses... There came a time when the people had to make a decision which was the last decision for those who were not on the Lord's side. The ground opened up and swallowed them.

Remember the days of Lot and Noah, what they were doing and what happened in each event. Sodom and Gomorrah was destroyed by fire and brimstone. The only souls that survived was Lot and his daughters. Lot's wife started to leave with Lot and their daughters, but she disobeyed and looked back, rather than to be obedient to the Lord, and she turned into a pillar of salt just like the angel of the Lord had told them would happen to any of them that looked back.

In the day of Noah, the wickedness of mankind was so terrible that God even repented that He had made man. BUT Noah found grace in the sight of God. Even though family and friends did not stand with him, through faith in God and obedience to what God told him, Noah, his family and a seed of all that God had created, was spared in the Great Flood.

Jesus said that in the last days it would be like this. We can see that this WORD has come to pass and is fulfilled daily. We can be sure that HIS coming is near, even at the door.

REMEMBER, the ten virgins. Five were wise and five were foolish. Five were ready to meet the bridegroom when HE came and they were taken with HIM. Those who were foolish did not get to go.

TRUTH and RIGHTEOUS will prevail in JESUS name. The WORD of GOD says so!!! I will make no apology for standing on the WORD of GOD and Ministering the WORD of TRUTH! How about you!

THE ONE AND ONLY TRUE AND LIVING GOD is alive and well. GOD'S KINGDOM and HIS economy stands sure. HIS WORD is YEA and AMEN! HE knows HIS own and HE will take care of HIS children that refuse to bend or bow to the devil and/or his wicked devices. We can place our confidence and trust in the LORD, when we KNOW HIM and HE KNOWS us.

In His Service,

~Opal Dalton~
A Minister of TRUTH
09/18/08
copyright 2008

GOD WILL USE YOU AS A KINGDOM BUILDER IF YOU MAKE YOURSELF AVAILABLE!

2008-09-18T12:41:00.012-04:00

I am a BLESSED MAIDEN BELIEVER

GOD has placed within me HIS great love for ALL people. I did not choose my skin color as did no one else. I cannot, and will not, allow race, gender, age, denominations or religious beliefs and/or opinions of others stop me from being, doing and accomplishing what GOD commissions me to be, do and accomplish in JESUS name.

I am an ambassador for GOD, sent by GOD on a mission to teach and preach the gospel of the Kingdom into all the world. In fact HE sent BELIEVERS in HIM into ALL the world to do the same.

GOD opens doors that no man can open. HE closes doors that no man can close. References from the WORD of GOD, such as we find in Mark 16:15-18, Acts 1:8, Matthew 28: 18:20 provide instructions regarding the Great Commission for ALL BELIEVERS. We need to be diligent to get on with the work which we are called and sent by GOD to do.

Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. When our thinking is right in God's sight and the words our mouth speaks is right in God's sight, then color, gender, race, denomination, etc can be put in their proper place... GOD is a SPIRIT and they that worship HIM, must worship in SPIRIT and in TRUTH which has absolutely nothing to do with color, race, gender, and/or denomination for GOD has NO respect of persons.

He than winneth SOULS is wise. They that turn many to righteousness shall shine as stars forever. As Kingdom Builders, we must be up and about our FATHER'S business. Are we willing to work in the harvest field of the LORD in a manner that we can win the lost at any cost? One SOUL is worth more than the whole world.

My heart's desire is to bear fruit that remains by winning sould for the Kingdom of GOD. May GOD bless you as you also continue your efforts to win souls for the Kingdom of GOD.

Psalm 23

2008-09-18T11:53:00.002-04:00

Psalm 23

The Lord is my Shepherd
= That's Relationship!
I shall not want
= That's Supply!
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures
= That's Rest!
He leadeth me beside the still waters
= That's Refreshment!
He restoreth my soul
= That's Healing!
He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness
= That's Guidance!
For His name sake
= That's Purpose!
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death
= That's Tribulations!
I will fear no evil
= That's Protection!
For Thou art with me
= That's Faithfulness!
Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me
= That's Discipline!
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies
= That's Hope!
Thou annointest my head with oil
= That's Consecration!
My cup runneth over
= That's Abundance!
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life
= That's Blessing!
And I will dwell in the house of the Lord
= That's Security!
Forever
= That's Eternity !

You Are Justified By Your FAITH In GOD

2008-09-06T00:33:00.000-04:00

You Are Justified By Your FAITH In GOD

You are not too old, and you are not too young.
You are not too good, and you are not too bad.
You are not too rich, and you are not too poor.
You are not too sick and you are not too sad.
To seek God, and to hear from God.
To trust God, and to do His will.
You are loved by God, and you are special to God.
You are created by God, and you are the apple of His eye.
You are an incredible work of art, and part of a Master plan.
If you never won a Nobel Peace Prize, or gained worldly fame.
Don’t worry about your resume.
A college degree, or a big title is not required.
You are justified by your FAITH in GOD
to BE ALL He wants you to BE!

~Opal Dalton ~
09/05/08

Romans 5:1-5
(1) Therefore, being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: (2) By whom we have access by faith unto this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. (3) And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; (4) And patience, experience; and experience, hope: (5) And hope maketh not ashamed, because the love of God is shed abroad in our hearts, by the Holy Ghost, which is given unto us.

Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. (to give you hope in your latter end)

Psalm 57:7
My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed. I will sing and give praise.

Food For Thought September 2, 2008

2008-09-02T12:51:00.005-04:00

Food For Thought
September 02, 2008

You can Invest time wisely, or spend it.
This is your choice.

Open your eyes and you will see
that there is good all around you.

Invest some time putting a smile on the faces of others.
Rewards of joy, joy, joy will return to you.

Good relationships are like savings accounts.
When you need them, they are there.

If people of your choosing are not a part of your life,
Start giving them reasons to be there.

If the path becomes narrow and bumpy
do not choose an easy road out.

Be diligent to do the little things a little better
and you will be trusted with the bigger things.

Tested faith produces patience.
Patience and Faith will be rewarded.

Abraham inherited his promise by faith and patience.
Noah got his the same way.

Hold fast! Never give up or quit!
Persistence wears out resistance.

Cast not away therefore confidence, which has great recompense of reward.
For ye have need of patience, that, after you have done the will of God,
ye might receive the promise: Hebrews 10:35-36

In His Service,

~Opal Dalton~
A Minister of TRUTH
www.opaldalton.com

DO YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE?

2008-08-31T12:36:00.004-04:00

Do You Know Who You Are?

Each year, on Labor Day weekend, the Holy Spirit leads me to share at least a portion of scripture from I Corinthians chapter 3. I am not really led to elaborate very much on these scriptures at this time. I am simply led to share them and to pray that God will show you, and also me, whatever we need to see about ourselves, and the work of HIS ministry through us.

I Corinthians 3:1-9

(1) And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ.
(2) I have fed you with milk, and not meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able.
(3) For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is envying and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men?
(4) For while one saith, I am of Paul; and another, I am Apollos; are ye not carnal?
(5) Who then is Paul, and who is Apollos, but ministers by whom ye believed, even as the Lord gave unto every man?
(6) I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase,
(7) So then neither is he that planteth any thing, neither he that watereth; but God that giveth the increase.
(8) Now he that planteth and he that watereth are one; and every man shall receive his own reward according to his own labour.
(9) For we are laborers together with God: ye are God's husbandry, ye are God's building.
(10) according to the grace of God which is given unto me, as a wise masterbuilder, I have laid the foundation and another buildeth thereupon.
(11) For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.

We must decrease and He must increase, if we are to be Kingdom Builders and allow Him to accomplish His purpose and mission through us in the earth.

Have a blessed weekend.

In His service,

Opal Dalton
~ A Minister Of Truth ~

My goal ... ALL of Him and NONE of me.

FOR HE IS THE LORD

2008-08-26T11:10:00.004-04:00

For He Is The Lord

You are God’s greatest product.
You are an incredible work of art.
Everything about you was designed by God by His Spirit.
God has beautiful plans for you, which you cannot yet comprehend.

Some situations may seem insurmountable, but they are not!
God specializes in doing things thought impossible.
Where you are now, is the starting point
for where God is taking you.

If God is leading you
His grace will sustain and keep you;
and it shall be well with thee,
for He is the Lord!

~Opal Dalton~
A Minister of TRUTH
~08/26/08~
Copyright 2008
www.opaldalton.com

For I am the Lord, I change not. ..... Malachi 3:6b

NATIONAL "One Minute Prayer" Vision

2008-08-25T15:43:00.002-04:00

NATIONAL "One Minute Prayer" Vision

PRAYER CHANGES THINGS! We need to be DOERS of ll Chronicles 7:14
For a reminder, Set your cell phone alarm to ring at 11:59am.
God bless you. Opal
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Dear Friend,

It is said that during World War II, Britain organized a
simple, "One Minute of Prayer" movement that may well have
helped to stop the Nazi war machine.

Irregardless of your political party, who you are (or are
not) voting for, I think we can all agree that our Nation
needs a fresh touch of God's grace and mercy!

May I suggest this simple plan?:

At ONE MINUTE BEFORE NOON (in each time zone) let's have a
moment of silent prayer to ask God for mercy, guidance, and
protection for America and its people.

Just think of the combined power and impact of millions of
God-fearing Americans taking a minute to pray for our Nation
when 11:59 AM occurs in their time zones. A mighty WAVE of
prayer every day, from East to West!

If you are driving at ONE MINUTE TO NOON, turn on your
headlights (and Emergency Flashers)....we ARE in an EMERGENCY!

Also, TRUCK DRIVERS and travelers, at ONE MINUTE TO MIDNIGHT,
flash your MARKER LIGHTS as you PRAY FOR AMERICA!

I know this seems like such a trivial method....BUT GOD CAN
USE THE FOOLISH THINGS to spark a fresh move of His Spirit
in our land .....and REAWAKEN our hearts and turn us back
to Him! We are so divided. This time of prayer can reunite us!

PLEASE, copy and pass this on! WHO KNOWS what blessing it
could bring to our land? We can ALL use a miracle!

America, may God once again shed His Grace on thee!

May there be standing room only before His Throne!

Richard "Butch" Berget

Food For Thought August 25, 2008

2008-08-25T08:40:00.004-04:00

Food For Thought
August 25, 2008

Time does not stand still.
Events are happening every second.

If all you have is a need,
pray for God to reveal His plan.

You are not defeated
if you keep getting up.

Choose, control and direct your thoughts
to turn events and circumstances into a blessing.

Focus only on things that are worthwhile
and are worth building

Your hope for a better tomorrow
begins with images in your mind today.

The hottest furnace
produces the purest ore.

Place all your confidence in God,
not in your circumstances

The brightest thunderbolt
will be found in the darkest storm

Focus on helping others, not on yourself,
and the help you need, will overtake you.

Choose to see good in others
and in yourself.

You have two ears, two eyes and one mouth.
Use them wisely in the proportion they are given.

~Opal Dalton ~
A Minister of TRUTH
08/25/08
Copyright 2008

Lift Up Your Hands! Lift Up Your Voice!

2008-08-23T11:55:00.006-04:00

Lift Up Your Hands! Lift Up Your Voice!

God sees all that you are facing.
May He give you grace, faith and hope
empowering you to walk on victoriously
through every battle and every storm.

God's Word is your strong tower
Give Him your hand and also your heart
He will lead and guide your footsteps.
If you need it, He will give you a brand new start!

God will encourage, protect and provide.
He will increase His power and might
to enable you to press on with confidence
Remember, He always has you in His sight.

The answers you need are very close.
You are too blessed to be stressed.
Tread softly before your Lord and Master
Submit fully to Him and His plan; He will do the rest.

Rejoice at all times as the Word instructs!
Share with others your victory story!
Lift up your hands! Lift up your voice!
Give God all praise, honor and glory.

~Opal Dalton ~
A Minister of TRUTH
08/23/08
copyright 2008

http://www.opaldalton.com

Greetings in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth!

My heart's desire and my prayer is that the anointing of the Holy Ghost be upon me as I write and that I hear with clarity what I am to share so that it may be a blessing to others. Although the words I write are sent to thousands of brothers and sisters through out the world, I am so happy to hear from many of you that the WORD is a SPECIFIC WORD from the Lord to you when I send out a mailing.

Some have asked if I am hearing from other members in the body that they are going through some of the most challenging battles they ever have. The answer is "Yes, from numerous brothers and sisters." You are not alone in the fiery battles, tests, trials and challenges you face. It is not good to try to go it alone. We all need each other. As brothers and sisters in the Body of Jesus Christ, we need to press on, press through and press over together. Divided we fall, but United we stand. Satan cannot defeat us if we hold fast to God's Word and His precious promises. We all reap in due season our just due, when we faint not! God has no respect of persons!!! He is bringing us all through the fires again!!! All our battles are the Lord's, and we are the victorious every time.

Your prayer requests become my prayer requests. I expect God to manifest Himself mighty and strong in your life, as I agree with you in prayer! I rejoice over praise reports that you share. Thank you for your prayers for me and my household, and all that pertains to us, and for all of your encouraging words.

May God bless you abundantly to the full, to the overflow in every area of your life. Always remember, Jesus loves you and I do too.

In His Service,
Opal

Food For Thought August 17, 2008

2008-08-17T19:05:00.006-04:00

Food For Thought
August 17, 2008

If you live only by what you have to offer,
your life will be mediocre.

If your live by what our Lord has made available
your life will be full.

People, places and things that created yesterday's pain
have no power to control tomorrow's potential.

God is not looking at where you stumbled yesterday.
He is looking at the possibilities of tomorrow.

God will never lead you
where His grace cannot keep you.

You cannot change the past.
Let it go, in Jesus name!

Never attempt to build anything on lies or half truths.
It will not stand.

Only the KNOWLEDGE of the TRUTH can make you free
And only the TRUTH will last.

A child of God has seeds of His nature within
enabling you to believe, decide and choose the miracles that come into your life.

Miracles start with your thinking, believing and confessing.
Miracle blessings are rewards from God when you use your faith in Him.

What you believe, respect and pursue
you will receive and posses in time, if you don't give up!

In His Service,

~Opal Dalton ~
A Minister of TRUTH
08/17/08
Copyright 2008

HANG IN THERE!!!

2008-08-17T16:08:00.007-04:00

HANG IN THERE!!!

Is your pathway a bit unsteady or unsettled ?
Do you have unfinished business going on in your life?
God sees you right now. He is mindful of all your efforts.
Do not fear tomorrow. God is already there, and ALL is WELL!

The favor and hand of the Lord is upon you.
As you allow Him to lead you, He will ordain your steps,
He will make rough spots smooth, and crooked paths straight
He will lead you to success, victory and happiness.

It is not what you have that is important,
but what you 'do' with 'what you have' makes the difference.
All are created equal. Each person is given 24 hours each day.
It is not so much how 'busy' you are that matters, but rather 'how much' you get done.

God moves through your faith progressively.
Sometimes it seems only by a small step at a time.
You may not even realize how much He has done
Until you have arrived safely on the other side of your test or trial.

Hang in there!!!
Be be encouraged!
Praise God!
And change your future!

~Opal Dalton ~
A Minister of TRUTH
08/17/08
Copyright 2008

Turning Trials Into Blessings

2008-08-06T20:28:00.001-04:00

Turning Trials Into Blessings

True faith will always be tried.
God is not planning for you to fail.
Your trial is your learning period.

God loves you and is watching over you.
Your faith in Him
will change your trials into blessings.

God is preparing you for tomorrow.
You will understand the trial
when you get through it and receive the blessing.

Experience is the best teacher.
Those who have been 'broken'
become master menders.

With Jesus Living IN you,
You are not the devil's victim.
YOU are the VICTOR!

~Opal Dalton~
A Minister of TRUTH
08/06/08

ALL Things ARE Possible!

2008-08-02T09:55:00.004-04:00

Food For Thought August 2, 2008

God's Plans for you provide Hope and a Future.
Don't allow problems to remain as illusions in your mind.
Fret, doubt and worry corrode the channel of the flow of Holy Spirit
If unchecked they will block the channel.

You are in this world
But you are not of this world.
God desires to elevate you to a place
where your worries will be a distant memory.

Do not surrender the control of you life over to fears or foes.
Replace negative words and thoughts such as "IMPOSSIBLE"
with wise words of Jesus such as...... If thou canst believe,
all things are POSSIBLE to him that believeth. Mark 9:23.

Your happiness depends on what you believe.
This is why it is so important that what you are believing
is based on the TRUTH.
In every area of your life, what you believe makes all the difference.

Let Go and let God take over!
Then, He will turn everything around for your good
Put everything in GOD'S hands and
IT SHALL BE WELL!

~Opal Dalton~
A Minister of TRUTH
Copyright 2008

God's Hate List

2008-08-02T09:17:00.007-04:00

Seven Things God Hates
Proverbs 6:16-19

These Six Things doth the Lord hate:
yea seven are an abomination to Him:
(1) A proud look
(2) A lying tongue and
(3) Hands that shed innocent blood
(4) An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations
(5) Feet that be swift in running to mischief
(6) A false witness that speaketh lies
(7) And he that soweth discord among the brethren.

Seven Sins Of The Wicked

Proverbs 6:12-15
A naughty person, a wicked man,
walketh with a froward mouth,
He winketh with his eyes,
he speaketh with his feet,
he teacheth with his fingers,
Frowardness is in his heart,
he deviseth mischief continually; he soweth discord.
Therefore shall his calamity come suddenly;
Suddenly shall he be broken without remedy.

Vengeance is the Lord's He will repay everyone's just due
(whatever that is in God's sight) in due season.
What shall we then say to these things,
If God be for us who can be against us? Romans 8:31

We ARE TO rejoice because our names are written in heaven.
We ARE NOT to rejoice because the spirits are subject to us.
We ARE NOT to rejoice at anyone's calamity.

Beware of those who
(1) "Say" and "do not"
(2) Judge
(3) Criticize and condemn others
(4) Who are full of pride and an evil eye
(5) Attempt to take dominion over you for God is to be over all and it is His desire to be IN all.
(6) Speak death over others.... especially when they have given a word and the other person did not obey. (7) Exalt themselves for they shall be abased according to the Words of Jesus Christ of Nazareth!

GOD says what He means and means what He says.
He has no respect of persons.
He is the Lord
He changes not.

Casting down principalities, powers, imaginations and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, and God's plan for our life, I remain

In His Service,

~Opal Dalton~
A Minister of TRUTH
August 2, 2008
www.opaldalton.com
Copyright 2008

The Warriors Creed

2008-07-31T12:02:00.001-04:00

The Warriors Creed

I am a part of the fellowship
of the unashamed.
I have Holy Spirit power.
The die has been cast.
I have stepped over the line.
The decision has been made.
I am a disciple of His.
I won't look back,
let up, slow down,
back away or be still.
My past is redeemed.
My present makes sense.
My future is secure.
I'm finished and done with low living,
sight walking, small planning, smooth knees,
colorless dreams, tamed visions,
mundane talking and cheap living.
I no longer need preeminence,
position, promotions or popularity.
I don't have to be recognized, praised,
regarded or rewarded.
I now live by faith,
lean on His presence,
walk by patience,
live by prayer and labor by love.
My face is set.
My gait is fast.
My mission is clear.
My goal is heaven.
My road is narrow.
My way rough.
My companions few.
My guide reliable.
I cannot be bought, compromised, detoured.
lured away, lured back, deluded or delayed.
With God's help I will NOT flinch
in the face of sacrifice,
hesitate in the presence of the adversary,
negotiate at the table of the enemy,
ponder at the pool of popularity
or meander in the maze of mediocrity.
I won't give up, shut up,
or let up until I have stayed up,
stored up, prayed up, paid up
and preached up for the cause of Christ.
I am a disciple of Jesus.
I must go till He comes.
Give till I drop.
Work till He stops me.
Preach till all know
and when He comes
He will have no problem recognizing me
for my banner will be clear.

(Unknown)

Food For Thought July 29, 2008

2008-07-29T10:50:00.001-04:00

Greetings in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth!

Recently a minister asked me
"Do you have enemies?"

I responded "I guess I do."

Well that statement should have been...
"Yes I do. DO you?"

The WORD Of GOD speaks clearly regarding enemies which
fight against the PLAN OF GOD and DIVINE ASSIGNMENTS
of all who are true servants of GOD

We as servants of God must recognize that satan is our enemy.
and that Jesus also warned us to beware of men in Matthew 10:17, 18

Today, this Food for Thought has a mission and purpose to
remind us that our enemy is anyone who attempts to hinder or
sabotage the assignment and plans GOD has revealed for our life.
An enemy is also anyone who weakens our mpassion for our future
and our dream. Galatians 5:7-9. (I could write out the scriptures,
however I feel led to just give the reference so you can look them up.)

Servants who are SENT OF GOD, are sent forth as sheep in
the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents and
harmless as doves. Matthew 10:16

This day... I pray that God reveal to you with total clarity, beyond a
shadow of a doubt, the REAL and TRUE GOD SENT SERVANTS
and also on any/all wolves that are influencing your life. Remember,
those whom God sends SPEAKS THE WORD of GOD and the SPIRIT
is given without measure unto GOD SENT servants.

Stay tuned to the loving voice of the Holy Spirit who reminds you
of your TRUE identity. He is your Holy Ghost coach and He speaks
only when you listen.

One thing is for sure, He desires your ultimate victory, so don't let any
'wolf' tell you anything different. No person, place or one thing can
separate you from God's love. Hebrew 13-5-6 The devil comes to steal,
kill and destroy, but Jesus came that you might have life and that you
may have life more abundantly. (John 10:10)

My prayer for you is that you are enjoying abundant life TODAY to the
full to the overflow in Jesus name.

In His Service.

Opal Dalton
A minister of TRUTH

Release the Power of the Holy Ghost

2008-07-26T11:17:00.002-04:00

FOOD For THOUGHT ... July 26, 2008

Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly
above all that we ask or think, according to the power
that worketh in us, Unto him be glory in the church by
Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end.
Ephesians 3:20, 21

Satanic forces tremble and they bow down at the name of
JESUS CHRIST of Nazareth!

When we diligently take heed and obey the Word of God
if satan comes one way he will have to flee seven ways.

God will never be made ashamed. Neither will His children
be made ashamed that WAIT for Him.

Though GOD WAITS, He gives those who WAIT for Him
double for our shame.

God is always Victorious. He makes those that are heirs
of salvation VICTORIOUS every time.

God creates bridges out of troubles.

When our mind is stayed upon the Lord, He gives perfect peace.
(Isaiah 26:3)

Have a blessed weekend.

Opal Dalton
www.opaldalton.com

The LORD Will WAIT!

2008-07-24T13:15:00.001-04:00

BLESSED ARE THEY THAT WAIT FOR HIM................
Isaiah 30:18-21

(18) And therefore, will the Lord wait that He may be gracious unto you, and therefore will he be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you: for the Lord is a God of judgment: blessed are they that wait for him.

(19) And the people shall dwell in Zion at Jerusalem: thou shalt weep no more: he will be very gracious unto thee at the voice of they cry, when he shall hear it, he will answer thee.

(20) And though the Lord give you the bread of adversity, and the water of affliction (trouble), yet shall not thy teachers be removed into a corner anymore, but thine eyes shall see thy teachers:

(21) And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee saying, This is the way, walk ye in it, when ye go to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.

As you WAIT, may you hear the Specific Word directly from the LORD to lead, guide and direct you so that you may stay on the shiny path that the LORD has set before you. GOD bless you.

In His service,

Opal Dalton
http://www. opaldalton. com

WE MUST TESTIFY! WE ARE OVERCOMERS IN JESUS NAME!

2008-07-24T13:13:00.000-04:00

NEHEMIAH ENDURED and OVERCOME
Seven Fold Opposition To Rebuilding the Wall at Jerusaleum.

(1) Anger Nehemiah 4:1

(2) Ridicule Nehemiah 4:1-3

(3) Conspiracy and war Nehemiah 4:7 and 8

(4) Continual threatening Nehemiah 4:10-23

(5) Craftiness Nehemiah 6:1-4

(6) Accusation Nehemiah 6:5-9

(7) Treachery Nehemiah 6:10-14

We can relate to all of these things. Can you? If so, be encouraged. Hold Fast! When a servant of the LORD has a burden or desire, and is willing and submissive to do 'anything' for the LORD, the devil sets out to delay, hinder and completely stop us, but we CAN do all things through Christ who strengthens us. We are made overcomers through the Blood of the Lamb and the Word of our testimony.

What shall we then say to these things, If God be for us who shall be against us? (ROMANS 8:31) No weapon that is formed against us shall prosper and every tongue that rises against us shall we condemn for this is heritage of the servants of the LORD and our righteous is of Him, saith the Lord (Isaiah (54:17)

We know there is a GOD. HE is the only true and loving GOD. HE is our GOD! Let GOD be true and every man a liar. Vengeance belongs to the LORD and HE will repay. HE sees all and judges all. HE says to touch not HIS anointed and do His prophets no harm.

Look up and rejoice. And again I say rejoice. GOD sees you and all that pertains to you. All will receive your just due in due season in JESUS name!

In HIS service,

Opal Dalton

Opal Dalton Ministries www.opaldalton

Steppin' Out Blessed http://myspace.com/opaldalton

The Restoration Project http://restorationprojectknoxville.com

What You Are Seeking Is Not in Your Yesterday!

2008-07-20T11:54:00.001-04:00

GOD HAS SPECIFIC PLANS FOR YOUR DESTINY

Yesterday is gone.
Tomorrow is not here.
You prepare for the days ahead by what you do TODAY.
Every faith action creates a divine reaction.

What you are seeking is not in your yesterday.
What you are seeking will be found in the places where God is taking you.
Delight yourself in the Lord
And He will add to you the desires of your heart.

Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness.
Then the things you desire will be the things God desires to add unto you.
And all these things shall be added unto you.
For God will not withhold anything that is good FOR you FROM you.

Have a blessed Sunday.

Opal Dalton
~July 20, 2008
Opal Dalton Ministries

It Is So Sweet To Trust In JESUS

2008-07-18T06:16:00.001-04:00

Is Your Fat In The Boiling Pot?

2008-07-01T08:29:00.008-04:00

Boiled Down and Officially Competent

Is your fat in the 'boiling pot'

Are you "going through" and/or "waiting" for a Word from the Lord to lead and guide you? Are you seemingly challenged on every side, misunderstood, persecuted in any way "for the gospel's sake", forsaken, and/or ostracized for reasons unknown to you? If any of this apply's to you, look up and rejoice! Do not let satan put you down, falsely accuse you or place false responsibility on you. Search the scriptures for yourself (John 5:39, John 14:26, II Timothy 2:15) and see what the WORD of God says regarding your particular situation.

If you are a Believer who has invited Jesus Christ of Nazareth to be your Saviour, you have been 'called' to 'carry on' with the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 16:15-20). When you submit to your 'call', you are a 'chosen' vessel. You must be ENABLED by the HOLY SPIRIT to accomplish your God given assignments, for you can do nothing within yourself, your power, or your strength. However you CAN do all things through Christ which strengthens you. (Philippians 4:13)

Paul wrote....I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God. Romans 12:1-2

To prove what is the good and acceptable will of God, we begin by allowing Holy Spirit renew our mind, open our spiritual eyes and ears and give our heads (mind, eyes, ears, nose, mouth) a Holy Ghost 'makeover'. (I will elaborate more on this at another time)

When I began to study and meditate on being 'ENABLED By The Holy Spirit', I found that one of the definitions for ENABLED is 'TO RENDER'. Definitions for RENDER are 'BOILED DOWN and QUALIFIED' and also 'To GIVE OFFICIALLY.'

Holy Spirit took me back in my memory to when I was a little girl living on a farm. My parents raised as much of our food as possible, including meat. In the fall, some of the pigs were killed, cut up and prepared (enabled) so they would qualify for food which we would eat all winter. Hams and shoulders were cured. Some of the meat was put into a grinder and became sausage. And the fat (and I don't remember what else) was put into a big black 'boiling pot' on an outside furnace that Daddy had built.

Moma would make the fire hot under the 'boiling pot'. She would say she was 'rendering' the lard. After awhile she would strain what was in the boiling pot through a cloth (probably a feed sack). A beautiful, clear liquid would flow through the cloth. Not one speck of anything was in it. Next the liquid had to cool. The fat and any other by products that Moma had placed in the 'boiling pot' had to go through the COMPLETE PROCESS in order to become an almost snow white solid known as PURE LARD. It was now QUALIFIED, COMPETENT and ENABLED to be USED as PURE LARD in the delicious (and FIT to EAT) biscuits, cakes, pie crusts, cookies, etc. that Moma made.

Is your fat in the 'boiling pot' Are you being 'rendered' (enabled) by the Holy Spirit? In order to do what God has called you to do, you must go through a "process' to be qualified as competent and to be enabled to carry out your divine assignment. Think it not strange at the fiery trial which comes to try you as though some strange thing happened to you. Let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. (James 1:4)

When you come to the knowledge that you are being "Enabled by the Holy Spirit", you can rejoice in the fires as you are BOILED DOWN and QUALIFIED by HOLY SPIRIT through HIS special process, so that you may become Officially Competent to "Do', to "Be' and to "Accomplish' everything that God wants you to 'Do', to 'Be', and to 'Accomplish'!

And the Spirit and the bride say "Come"

2008-06-28T10:31:00.006-04:00

THE SPIRIT IS CALLING. ALL are INVITED and ALL are WELCOME! WILL YOU TAKE YOUR SEAT IN HIS KINGDOM?

And the SPIRIT and the bride say, Come.
And let him that heareth say, Come.
And let him that is athirst, come.
And whosoever will, let him take the water of life freely.
Revelation 22:17

Myspace Comments @ CommentHaven.com

A Faithful Friend

2008-06-11T07:47:00.000-04:00

Myspace Comments @ CommentHaven.com

How Is Your LOVE Walk?

2008-06-09T07:24:00.003-04:00

FOOD FOR THOUGHT
June 9, 2008

How does the LOVE of GOD in you compare to the LOVE GOD has for us?

John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth on him should not perish, but have every lasting life.

Luke 10:2 Therefore he said unto them, The harvest truly is great, but the laborers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth laborers into his harvest.

Colossians 3:23-25
(23) And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily as unto the Lord, and not unto men;
(24) Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.
(25) But he that doest wrong shall receive for the wrong which he hath done, and there is no respect of persons.

Ecclesiastes 9:11-12
(11) Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with all thy might; for there is no work, not device, nor knowledge or nor wisdom, whither thou goest.
(12) I returned, and saw under the sun, the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favor to men of skill, but time and chance happeneth to them all.

Ecclesiastes 9:13-15
(13) This wisdom have I seen also under the sun, and it seemed great unto me:
(14) There was a little city, and few men within it; and there came a great man against it and besieged it, and built great bulwarks against it:
(15) Now there was found in it a poor wise man, and he by his wisdom delivered the city; yet no man remembered that poor wise man.

Ecclesiastes 9:16
(16) Then said I, Wisdom is better that strength, nevertheless the poor man's wisdom is despised, and his words are not heard.
(17) The words of wise men are heard in quiet more than the cry of him that ruleth among fools.
(18) Wisdom is better than weapons of war, but one sinner destroyeth much good.

Knowledge and keen discernment reveals that reveals Jesus is coming soon! Wisdom teaches us to LIVE READY, and to do that which we can to get others into the ark of safety.

TRUE KINGDOM BUILDERS ... We must work while it is day for night cometh when no man can work!

If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. II Chronicles 7:14

2008-05-18T10:54:00.000-04:00

Sowing GREAT Seeds

Sowing GREAT Seeds of the WORD of God, Sowing GREAT Seeds of the LOVE of God, Sowing GREAT Seeds of kindness, Sowing GREAT Seeds of money too!

Every Seed we Sow has the potential of becoming a GREAT seed. Be not deceived. God is not mocked. For whatsoever a man soweth, that shall HE also reap. Galatians 6:7

Issac sowed in a strange land in a time of famine. In the same year he received a hundred fold. God blessed him so great, Abmilech, the King of the Philistines, told him to leave the land. He was ostracized. Genesis 26 1-16

I am a witness that you may be "ostracized" as the favor and blessings of God overtake you, but have no fear... you can also be the happiest, most peaceful and most blessed "ostracized" person you know, if you continue to Sow GREAT seeds!

Sow GREAT seeds.

They will grow.

You will reap

What you sow.

- by Opal Dalton-

In HIS Service,

Opal Dalton
www.opaldalton.com

"Sowing GREAT Seeds for More GREAT Seeds to Sow!"

2008-05-18T10:49:00.002-04:00

Sow as you purpose in your heart

Luke 6:38

Give and it shall be given unto you: good measure, pressed down, and shaken together; and running over, shall men give unto your bosom. For with the same measure ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.

II Corinthians 9:6-10

(6) But this I say, He that soweth sparingly, shall also reap sparingly; and he that soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully.
(7) Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give, not grudgingly, or of necessity, for God loveth a cheerful giver.
(8) And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye always having all sufficiency in all things may abound to every good work:
(9) As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness remaineth forever.
(10) Now he that ministereth seed to the sower both minister bread for your food, and multiply your seed sown, and increase the fruits of your righteousness.

Sow GREAT seeds.

They will grow.

You will reap

What you sow.

- by Opal Dalton-

In HIS Service,

Opal Dalton
www.opaldalton.com

"Sowing GREAT Seeds for More GREAT Seeds to Sow!"
================================

2008-05-18T10:46:00.005-04:00

God gives Seed to the Sower and bread to the eater

Isaiah 55:8-13

(8) For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord.
(9) For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.
(10) For as the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the earth and maketh it bring forth and bud, that it may give seed to the sower and bread to the eater:
(11) So shall my seed be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the place whereto I sent it.
(12) For ye shall go out with joy, and be led forth with peace; the mountains and the hills shall break forth before thee into singing, and all trees of the fields shall clap their hands.
(13) Instead of the thorn tree shall come up the fir tree, and instead of the brier shall come up the myrtle tree: and it shall be to the Lord for a great name, for an everlasting sign that shall not be cut off.

Give and it shall be given unto you
Luke 6:38

Give and it shall be given unto you, good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over, shall men give unto your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete, withal it shall be measured to you again.

Sow GREAT seeds.

They will grow.

You will reap

What you sow.

- by Opal Dalton-

In HIS Service,

Opal Dalton
www.opaldalton.com

"Sowing GREAT Seeds for More GREAT Seeds to Sow!"

2008-05-18T10:39:00.002-04:00

Sow GREAT seeds

They will grow.

You will reap

What you sow.

- by Opal Dalton-

While the earth remaineth, seedtime and harvest,
cold and heat, and summer and winter,
and day and night shall not cease.

Genesis 9:22

Don't Stop Sowing GREAT Seeds!
Ecclesiastes 11:1-6

(1) Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days.
(2) Give a portion to seven, and also to eight. for thou knowest not what evil shall be upon the earth.
(3) If the clouds be full of rain, they empty themselves upon the earth: and if the tree falleth toward the south or toward the north, in the place where the tree falleth, there it shall be.
(4) He that observeth the wind shall not sow; and he that regardeth the clouds shall not reap.
(5) As thou knowest not the way of thr Spirit, nor how the bones do grow in the womb of her that is with child: even so thou knowest not the works of God who maketh all.
(6) In the morning sow thy seed, and in the evening withhold not thine hand: for thou knowest not whether shall prosper, either this or that, or whether they both shall be alike good.

In HIS Service,

Opal Dalton
www.opaldalton.com

"Sowing GREAT Seeds for More GREAT Seeds to Sow"
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

Put Pressure on Pressure!

2008-05-15T10:09:00.002-04:00

Greetings to you this beautiful day. All things have been created for you. Enjoy! Enjoy! Enjoy!

You are blessed to be a blessing! Use your gifts, talents for His Honor, His glory and His praise. Pour HIM out into this earth! As you pour HIM out and bless others, HE will continue to pour back into you in the form of your need, regardless of what it is!. As it is written, surely goodness and mercy shall follow me/you all the days of my/our life.

How good and how awesome GOD is. When we share by the Spirit, as HE leads us, and also when we receive what another shares which He has sent our way by email or otherwise, GOODNESS and MERCY is chasing HIS children down to bless, motivate, strengthen, and encourage us!

Sharing His love, goodness and tender mercy changes the atmosphere. The effects never cease. That which HE sends by HIS Spirit will not return unto Him void. It will accomplish what HE pleases. No one and nothing can stop HIM from accomplishing what HE pleases. Hallelujah!

Put PRESSURE on PRESSURE. If the enemy is compassing you about on every side and you don't know what to do, put more pressure on him than he is putting on you. To do this, be persistent in using your spiritual weapons and the spiritual authority and victory that Jesus Christ of Nazareth has already won and delegated to you. Persistence wears out resistance and you emergethe winner when you don't faint!

This is a new day! Putting the past behind, press toward the mark so that you may win the prize of the high calling in Jesus Christ that has been assigned to you.

In His service,

Opal Dalton
www.opaldalton.com

Live Ready!

2008-05-15T10:04:00.003-04:00

Greetings in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth!,

We all need to LIVE READY for we know not at what hour our Lord will return or when He may call us home. Prayer changes things. Men (women too) ought always to pray. The WORD instructs us to work out our own salvation with fear and trembling before the Lord. The parable of the Ten Virgins is one of the best examples and instructions on LIVING READY!

There is so much Kingdom Business to take care of, so much work to do. A Kingdom divided cannot stand. In Ephesians 4:11-13 the WORD reveals that HE has given some apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers; for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the Body of Christ Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ.

GOD has no respect of persons. God can work any way HE desires through anyone and also use anything for His purpose. However, if any one puts themselves up or the way the minister, over others (which is exalting themselves), BEWARE. Pride goes before a fall. God does not tolerate haughty and high mindedness very long. BE careful and take heed that you be NOT deceived. Anyone that exalt themselves, trying to convince people they have something no one else has, will surely be abased.

I am reminded as I write of a time when the disciples came to Jesus talking about some who were casting out devils in His name. MY understanding is that Jesus basically said to them, to let them alone for no one can lightly speak in His name and do mighty miracles in His name.

Now when I ministered on this several years ago, I remember that the SPIRIT spoke to me that God is the judge and when a servant gets out of line, GOD will bring correction to them in His way and His time. Also that regardless of how the HOW or BY WHOM WORD of GOD gets out, it shall not return unto HIM void, but the WORD of GOD, once put into the earthly realm, will accomplish what HE pleases and none can stop the WORD. Hallelujah!

Have a blessed day! LIVE READY for you know not at which hour the LORD cometh!

In His service,

Opal Dalton
Minister of Truth
http://www.opaldalton.com

Blessed To Be A Blessing

2008-05-09T14:22:00.000-04:00

NOTE from Opal: On Monday May 5, 2008

I was interceding in prayer for approximately 30 minutes
from 5:30pm until 6:00pm when suddenly I said "Now Heavenly
Father I have said enough. I am going to get a paper and pen and not say anything else until I hear and write down what you say to me."IMMEDIATELY He began to speak to me so fast I could hardly write.

I must share these words. I can't not keep them only to myself because they are not my words....... Perhaps they are for you too. Holy Spirit has let me know that you will know when you read them if they are for you, because they will minister to you as they have to me.

Quite often when ministering to others, prophecy in rhyme flows out of my mouth as well as prophecy in song. Perhaps God will send His Spirit to sing the words to you.

I pray for God to bless you greatly.
I remain in His service, Opal
==================================================

Blessed To Be A Blessing

Troubles come.
Troubles go.
I am with you
And want you to know.

Don't look to the left
Don't look to the right.
Look straight ahead.
Keep me in your sight.

Focus on good things
And good times too.
Count your many giant heads.
Haven't I always come through for you?

I've moved by my Spirit
This very hour.
Your battles are ALL won
But not by your might or your power.

Trust me right NOW.
Have ears to hear what I say.
The devils defeated.
This very day.

You will see and know
I have spoken to you.
I will prove it
Before the days through.

You're blessed going in
You're blessed going out.
You'll shout and you'll sing
Saying "I have no doubt!"

Your faith has been tried
You've passed the test.
I've taken over now,
I'm giving you my best.

The sun is shining brightly.
So are you shining for me.
The time has come.
All will know I'm smiling on thee.

Through good times and bad
You've held on I see.
You're steadfast and unnmoveable
A tree of righteousness for me.

Your branches offer life
For all who will receive.
Go forth in my might.
Help those who will believe.

This day my daughter
You see so clear.
And I have lovingly
Wiped away every tear.

Joy and Laughter
Is in your soul.
Go forth rejoicing
I've made you whole.

You'll feel my river of life flowing
In every fiber of your being.
The pounds will drop off.
You won't believe what you're seeing.

I bless you to be a blessing
For my honor and glory.
Now everywhere I send you
Just go and tell my story.

~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Prophecy to Opal Dalton
Written by Opal Dalton as Holy Spirit
gave these words to Opal Dalton
on May 5, 2008 from 6:00pm-6:20pm
And Now I am sharing them with others
as the HOLY SPIRIT leads.

Copyright 2008
All Rights Reserved By Opal Dalton Ministries
May not be copied or reprinted without written permission
from Opal Dalton and Opal Dalton Ministries

ENTIRELY HIS

2008-04-27T14:43:00.003-04:00

The main thing about our walk as a Christian Believer is the relationship we maintain with GOD, by the SPIRIT, through HIS only begotten SON, JESUS CHRIST of NAZARETH, and the atmosphere that is produced by that environment.

If we damage our relationship with HIM in anyway we must take the time to get it right. Until we do, we will continue to take the same test over and over and over again until we get the message, make the adjustments and GET IT RIGHT. ONLY THEN, are we in a position to become ENTIRELY HIS.

No Body Can Do This For You!

2008-04-19T08:31:00.003-04:00

Each person must work out your own salvation (deliverance). This is between you and the Lord. You must rise up out of your own ashes, forgive others who have hurt you and release all hurts, pains and bitterness. Leaving you past behind, press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling in Christ Jesus. You must prepare yourself for the NEW things that await you. No one else can do this for you. It is up to you whether you receive what God has in store for you! God bless you!

Opal ... www.myspace.com/opaldalton

You Only Have To Please God

2008-04-19T08:15:00.001-04:00

Somewhere along the way as you continue your journey through life, there will be pressure to be like someone else and/or to do what someone else does, in order to please others or to meet their expectations. In so doing, your life can become a blur and you cannot be the original that God created and intended you to be. Just remember, you don't have to be a people pleaser or answer to people. You only have to please God! Be your original self that God created you to be and do what God wants you to do. This will make God happy.

May GOD bless you great today!
Opal
www.opaldalton.com

The Kingdom Of God Is Within You!

2008-03-15T15:16:00.017-04:00

Know ye not

that ye are the temple of the Holy Ghost?

And when he was demanded of the Pharisees, when the kingdom of God would come, he answered them and said, The kingdom of God cometh not with observation: Neither shall they say, Lo here! or lo there!

for the kingdom of God is within you

Luke 17:20, 21

Many people run to and fro, looking for a word, trying to find answers, peace, joy, etc... HOWEVER, Jesus has already defeated death, hell and the grave. AND He has given authority, dominion and power to those who receive Him as Saviour, Lord and Master and who are filled with the Holy Ghost!

The picture of the Four Seasons in this Post reminds me of the stability and faithfulness of God in all seasons of our life.

(1) In the winter, the tree looks barren and dead, however it is still a tree!

(2) In the spring, the March winds blow and the April showers cause it "wake up'

and the beginning of life (new season) start to become visible as the new buds appear.

(3) In the summer the leaves are mature, green and the blossoms come into maturity.

(4) In autumn, the colors become vibrant with beautiful colors prior to falling off so that

the tree may go though another winter process.

Just remember, regardless of any present situation, just as the natural seasons change every 3 months, so are many things destined to change for you as an individual as you continue your journey through life. However you can live with total confidence that everything is ALL right at all times when you abide in Jesus and Jesus abides in you, because Jesus abides in our Heavenly Father.

At that day ye shall know that I am in my Father and ye in me and I in you. John 14:20

This Is Serious Business

2008-02-16T13:22:00.002-05:00

Promises, vows, pledges and commitments to a Holy Ghost filled man or woman of God are extremely serious business.

The Spirit of the Lord spoke to me several days ago that I was to share the following scripture. I will obey because Obedience is better than sacrifice. But, a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession, And kept back part of the price, his wife being privy to it, and brought a certain part, and laid it at the apostles feet. But Peter said, Ananias, why hath satan filled thine heart to lie to the Holy Ghost, and to keep back part of the price of the land? Whiles it remained, was it not thine own? and after it was sold, was it not in thine own power? why hast thou conceived this thing in thine heart? thou has not lied unto men, but unto God. And Ananias hearing these words feel down, and gave up the ghost: and great fear came upon all them that heard these things. And the young men arose, and wound him up, and carried him out and buried him. Acts 5:1-6

And it was about the space of three hours after, when his wife, not knowing what was done, came in. And Peter answered unto her, Tell me whether ye sold the land for so much? And she said, Yes, for so much. Then Peter said unto her, How is it that ye have agreed together to tempt the Spirit of the Lord? behold, the feet of them which have buried thy husband are at the door, and they shall carry thee out. Then fell she down straightway at his feet, and yielded up the ghost; and the young men came in, found her dead, and, carrying her forth, buried her by her husband. Acts 5:7-10

And great fear came upon all the church, and upon as many as heard these things. And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon's porch, and the rest durst (dared) no man join himself to them: but the people magnified them. And believers were the more added unto the Lord, multitudes both of men and women.). Insomuch that they brought forth the sick into the streets, and laid them on beds and couches, that at the least the shadow of Peter passing by might overshadow them. There came also a multitude out of the cities round about unto Jerusalem, bringing sick folks, and them which were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed everyone. Acts 5:11-16

The Spirit Spoke to me expressly this word.
(1) God is watching at all times and HE knows all that is in each individual heart and all that goes on behind closed doors
(2) Pledges, vows, commitments to a Holy Ghost filled man or woman of God are unto God, not unto the man or woman.
(3) It was not the $$$ amount of their pledge, whether it was a small amount or a great amount, but rather that Ananias and Sapphira plotted together to keep the money and also to lie to Peter and to not to give that which they had vowed.
(4) If a person is unfaithful in little, they will not be faithful with much.
(5) Giving up Money and trusting God with money is one of the hardest things for most people to do and in reality Money is the cheapest thing God has.
(6) Character and Integrity are often put to the test in matters such as this.
(7) When God manifests righteous judgment, it opens the door for great miracles, signs and wonders to be wrought by the Hands of the Apostles for the Honor, Glory and Praise of God.

What Am I Doing Right?

2008-02-06T11:01:00.000-05:00

FOOD For Thought

Have you been going through a challenging situation which seemingly is never going to end and you cannot see a way out? Have you ever said "What am I doing wrong?" Perhaps you prayed, fasted and sought counsel of God and also man in an attempt to find an answer. I think we have all been there and done that at one time or another.

Recently, someone sent me an email expressing their concern about how the favor of God had upon a specific joint effort by our ministries and things had been going great..... BUT then a wall appeared and things seemingly went the other way. This cycle had kept repeating itself. They said they were really going to pray hard to find out what was being done wrong.

God had already been speaking to me about how we must be diligent about keeping satan under our feet, because he and his army are always busy 'doing' their job in an attempt to kill, steal and to destroy. Therefore, we must be wise as serpents and harmless as doves. We are not ignorant of satan's wicked devices. It is our responsibility to give no place to the devil.

I realize sometimes we can get off God's shiny path for our specific assignments, and then we do need to hear from God regarding direction and instruction. However, as I prayed about the contents of the email and the situation at hand, I heard the following words by the Spirit ...

"It is not what you are doing wrong but what you are doing right." I began to meditate on this word and to praise God for reminding me that when we are being obedient, satan is always trying to stop the perfect plan of God. HOWEVER, as God reminded me, he is not big enough to accomplish his mission. He can only defeat us if we give place to him.

God further spoke to me that we can have confidence we are on the right track and know that ALL IS WELL when we walk in obedience to Him and experience His favor upon us as all walls continue to fall down. He further encouraged me to be careful to not abort the mission on which I have been sent by God.

Today, I feel compelled to share this word with you and to encourage you to always press forward and do the things that are right in God's sight. In so doing, God's favor will remain upon you. Walls that rise up, will fall, as you continue to obey God and hold fast to His Word.

In all things we are made conquerors and overcomers by the Blood of the Lamb and the Word of our testimony. Don't be weary in well doing. In due season you will reap if you faint not! God bless you abundantly, to the full, to the overflow in Jesus name!

In His service,
Opal Dalton

Opal Dalton Ministries ... Opal Dalton My Space ... The Restoration Project ......

NMINISTRY My Space ...The Restoration Project on My Space ...

Steppin' Out Blessed Feb 29 and March 1

2008-02-01T20:18:00.000-05:00

God is the Author and the Finisher Of Your Faith

2008-02-01T20:14:00.001-05:00

Be encouraged for He that hath started a good work in you will finish it. He is well able. It shall be well in Jesus name!

Walk in honesty, integrity and obedience to the Lord. God is the rewarder of all that you do, so be careful to do all as unto Him and not as unto men.

Despise not the day of small things. Be steadfast and faithful. For when you are faithful in little, your territory will be increased, enlarged and expanded.

Be careful about making a vow. It is better to refrain from making a vow than to make a vow and not keep it.

Wherefore the rather brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure: for if ye do these things, ye shall never fall. II Peter 1:10

Continue steadfast and unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord.

Remember, Quitting is not an option. Quitters never win and winners never Quit.

Have a blessed day.