A Vision Given for Revival!

The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9 

Everyone I know, including us has gone to see Jesus Revolution, the movie.  Have you?  If not, you might want to go see it.   Many have been talking about the Asbury revival and how it's spreading across the nation. God is stirring excitement amongst believers.  That revival is here - that revival is coming to a city near you.   I just loved that Asbury refused to have "big" names and "popular" worship leaders lead.  They just wanted JESUS to be known.  Such authentic repentance and authentic revival.  Whoohoo!  

Before the Asbury revivals became public knowledge, I have had a vision repeating for 4 Thursday nights in a row in our home group.  The vision was fire on our roof line above the living room where we meet.  The fire of course was supernatural.  I sensed that the Lord was going to do something with our group.  We have been postured for revival for some time.  Our group allows the Holy Spirit to lead us each week.  No agenda, no scheduled anything unless the Lord puts it on someone's heart and is confirmed.  It's a sweet night of authentic and deep  prayer, worship, discussing the Word and fellowship.  

Two weeks ago, I had the same vision of the fire and then it went into another vision during worship.  In the vision, Jesus was sitting in an empty chair near me.  He opened up a blueprint, looked at it and then smiled big.  He jumped up from the chair and one by one He came to each of us and washed our feet and prayed a blessing over us. Each one of us bowed down in humility after He washed our feet.  As He was finishing up the last one, all 3 of our external doors opened up and 100's of angels came in.  They were swirling around us and throughout the house.    When I shared that vision with the home group, one person said they felt the angels wings on his head and the other said she heard the angels singing with us.    I sensed that the Lord was demonstrating His blueprint for revival.  

Let's read this passage (long) but it will set the stage for what I want to share.  

2 Chronicles 33:  Manasseh was twelve years old when he became king, and he reigned in
Jerusalem fifty-five years. 2 He did evil in the eyes of the Lord, following the detestable practices of the nations the Lord had driven out before the Israelites. 

3 He rebuilt the high places his father Hezekiah had demolished; he also erected altars to the Baals and made Asherah poles. He bowed down to all the starry hosts and worshiped them. 4 He built altars in the temple of the Lord, of which the Lord had said, “My Name will remain in Jerusalem forever.” 5 In both courts of the temple of the Lord, he built altars to all the starry hosts. 6 He sacrificed his children in the fire in the Valley of Ben Hinnom, practiced divination and witchcraft, sought omens, and consulted mediums and spiritists. He did much evil in the eyes of the Lord, arousing his anger. 

7 He took the image he had made and put it in God’s temple, of which God had said to David and to his son Solomon, “In this temple and in Jerusalem, which I have chosen out of all the tribes of Israel, I will put my Name forever. 8 I will not again make the feet of the Israelites leave the land I assigned to your ancestors, if only they will be careful to do everything I commanded them concerning all the laws, decrees and regulations given through Moses.” 9 But Manasseh led Judah and the people of Jerusalem astray, so that they did more evil than the nations the Lord had destroyed before the Israelites. 10 The Lord spoke to Manasseh and his people, but they paid no attention. 

11 So the Lord brought against them the army commanders of the king of Assyria, who took Manasseh prisoner, put a hook in his nose, bound him with bronze shackles and took him to Babylon. 12 In his distress he sought the favor of the Lord his God and humbled himself greatly before the God of his ancestors. 13 And when he prayed to him, the Lord was moved by his entreaty and listened to his plea; so he brought him back to Jerusalem and to his kingdom. Then Manasseh knew that the Lord is God. 14 Afterward he rebuilt the outer wall of the City of David, west of the Gihon spring in the valley, as far as the entrance of the Fish Gate and encircling the hill of Ophel; he also made it much higher. He stationed military commanders in all the fortified cities in Judah.

15 He got rid of the foreign gods and removed the image from the temple of the Lord, as well as all the altars he had built on the temple hill and in Jerusalem; and he threw them out of the city. 16 Then he restored the altar of the Lord and sacrificed fellowship offerings and thank offerings on it, and told Judah to serve the Lord, the God of Israel. 17 The people, however, continued to sacrifice at the high places, but only to the Lord their God.

18 The other events of Manasseh’s reign, including his prayer to his God and the words the seers spoke to him in the name of the Lord, the God of Israel, are written in the annals of the kings of Israel.  

19 His prayer and how God was moved by his entreaty, as well as all his sins and unfaithfulness, and the sites where he built high places and set up Asherah poles and idols before he humbled himself—all these are written in the records of the seers. 20 Manasseh rested with his ancestors and was buried in his palace. And Amon his son succeeded him as king.

This guy Manasseh was a bad dude!  He did so much evil in the sight of the Lord.  He reminds me of some of the leaders we have in our country and who have been doing much evil against God first and foremost but also the people of America (and other countries too).   We have been seeing evil practiced in plain sight. They no longer hide. They are bold and dangerous and down right disgusting!   We have strayed so far from the Truth in our country.  It's been a slow fade for decades.  We have little by little relinquished our freedoms, our belief in God and Truth and frankly the Church has been apathetic.  We have allowed so much in the name of "tolerance" or "grace".   We have strayed so far from God.  We are no better than any of the Churches in the Book of Revelation.  Ouch!  But True! 

I've been in the books of Chronicles for several months now and the there is a pattern.  Kings did evil in the sight of the Lord and led people astray. Eventually, they were taken out.   Some of the kings did right in God's eyes and were blessed.  Manasseh gives us a blueprint.  I shared this passage with our home group last week and we talked in depth about it and what it did was CONVICT us.  It convicted us to pray then and continuously over our leaders. God desires that none should perish.  We prayed over Soros, Gates, Obama, Biden and more.  These people would fit the description of doing evil in the sight of the Lord.   

We've been talking about the Asbury Revival and the Jesus Revolution movie.  I don't think it's a coincidence that they are happening at the same time.  I don't think it's a coincidence that I've been having the visions for the past months.  I don't think it's coincidence that God has had me in Chronicles and seeing the repeated patterns and themes.   When Manassah personally repented, when he turned from His wicked ways, revival came to that nation.  

Years ago a dog trainer was teaching our dog how to like kids.  One comment he made was a quite profound statement - Leadership runs down the leash!!   What?   Everything is a top down mentality in life.   Leaders lead by example, whether good or bad.  If the owner of a business is a tyrant, the employees aren't happy and it's not a fun place to work.  If the pastor of a church is demonstrating humility and repentance, the congregants follow.  The same is true in marriages and relationships.  We as Christians need to lead by example.  We are all leaders.  We have a circle of influence.  

Answer these questions?  Do you want to see Revival? Do you want to see our country turn back to the Biblical principles it was founded on?  Are you willing to do whatever it takes?  

REVIVAL IS WHAT  Asbury, Jesus Revolution and Manasseh have in common.  Revival comes to those who hunger and thirst after righteousness.  Who desire and love what God loves!  He loves people!  He wants a pure spotless Bride. He wants all to come into the Kingdom.  That's revival! 

1. Confess Sins & Repentance - Ask the Lord to show you what you need to repent for? 

   Psalm 139:23-24 Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts.  See if there is any offensive way in me,  and lead me in the way everlasting.

A great article about repentance - https://jakekail.com/how-to-know-if-repentance-is-real-look-for-this-fruit/?fbclid=IwAR3znYGlQLjqifSwTbM5jXk55j3rwjhSTqIJDcEJmwojVMoNBRqMtsNA_oY

2.  Humility -  we need to be humble, have a broken & contrite spirit before the Lord! 

   James 4:10 Humble yourselves before the Lord

3. .  Prayer for Leaders - pray with a humble spirit.  Pray for their hearts to turn towards God. Pray for them to have a divine encounter with the Lord Jesus.  

1 Timothy 2:1-2  First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, 2 for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.

Revival begins with YOU.  Revival begins with ME.  It starts with us and then it spreads like wildfire!   

There's a cost to REVIVAL - and it's opposite of APATHETIC!  

Are we willing to invite the outcast, the ones we don't feel comfortable around, the drug addict, the pedophile, the LGBTQ, those practicing witchcraft and others into our homes and churches?   When we lived in Kansas City, we had all of the above visit or attend our home group and we are willing to do it again!  

Are we willing to invest in them?  Did someone invest in you when you got saved?  Are you willing to mentor them.  Are you willing to love them exactly where they are?  God says they will know we are Christians by our LOVE!! 

Come on - let's do this!!!!   Go Revival!  Go Church! 

Prayer & Praise - 

1.  Ken's work has been steady - not quite 40 hours every week..but seeming to be more stable.  Thankful!   He also is picking up a few Saturday jobs.  Pray for his strength and the ability to get true rest on his one day off.    (Except now we are preparing for taxes- pray we do not owe)

2.  Pray for complete healing and especially sleep still for me.  It's been pretty intense.

3.  I am working hard on book one!   Lots happening there and thankful for a good friend helping me out.   If you have a story you'd like to share, reach out to me please.  Here's what I'm looking for.  What is something you prayed for and how did God answer it or not?  It can be funny, serious or heart wrenching.  I can scribe while you share.   Pray for mental motivation as lacking sleep makes it difficult to concentrate and focus on the task.

4.  Please pray for provision -we are unfortunately having to put some of our expenses on credit card - not so comfortable with that... Pray for  more open doors for Ken or for me to have some Tasting Party's/new customers through Thrive Life.   I love doing it!  

Please let me know how I can pray for you.  I so appreciate you reaching out and letting me know!  

Hugs, love and prayers.

Ken & Michele Cole 

michele@wantinsight.com

michelecole.thrivelife.com - quality freeze dried food - simple to use, quality, non GMO, nutritious & delicious.  

Here are ways you can give if you feel led:

1.  Non tax deductible donations can be made to:

     Ken & Michele Cole, 103 Geneva Ave, Hamilton, MT 59840  (preferable as the options below will tax us) 

     This is the only way currently we can use funds for our personal needs at this time.  or through 

Paypal - paypal.me/micheleacole 

Venmo- @Michele-Cole-20

Cashapp - cash.app/$micheleacole2019     

2.  Tax deductible options:

     Checks payable to Sonlit Fields, 103 Geneva Ave, Hamilton, MT 59840

     This goes into our ministry account to be used for outreach and saving towards our vision.

     Donor Fund - The Signatry - Ken & Michele Cole - listed under Want InSight Fund.

     7171 W 95th Street, Suite 501, Overland Park, KS 66212

     Phone 913 310 0279

     www.thesignatry,com

     This is an option to keep gifts anonymous - again for outreach and savings toward our vision.

Vision

God has given us a vision to build a retreat property along with ministry equipping center.  

The retreat portion of our ministry is to provide a safe place for pastors, lay leaders & other ministry folks to come and be refreshed & encouraged through prophetic ministry (if wanted).  We will offer private cabins with kitchens & full bathrooms, and plenty of places to roam on the property to get quiet with the Lord. 

We will offer other specialty retreats - marriage, healing, prophetic teaching & activating people into the world & health and wellness retreats and more.  

The Lord has graced us with the desire to come alongside the Church - to bring healing, deliverance & freedom to new/newer believers.  We are not wanting to replace their church, but better help them be ready to serve in their church. 

In our community building - we will eventually have a 24/7 prayer room, healing & prophetic rooms and a place for community worship services for those on the property.  

Our passion is to minister to a lost & hurting world.   To equip the saints to do the same and to be a blessing to our community and surrounding areas.  Our hopes are that we can pour out God's love in a mighty way to bring more and more souls into the Kingdom, get them discipled, called into their purpose & destiny and released to do God's business!!!!  We also have a passion to give generously to help those in need and to help others launch into their God given destinies.  

A Lesson from Jehoshaphat on Battles!

2 Chronicles 20:17 You will not have to fight this battle. Take up your positions; stand firm and see the deliverance the Lord will give you

How many times have we seen this verse? Do we actually believe it?  Can we ask God for help and then take our hands off the wheel and let Him do it? Do we ask for prayer and then actually take the time to listen to His response?  Do we act in obedience to the response given? 

Somebody in our Sunday School class recently said "Do we read what we believe? Or do we believe what we read?"  Did you catch that?   Do we read and only believe what we already believe  (whether true or not) or do we actually take God at His Word and believe what we read?  That is a pretty profound statement.  

To me, that is true faith.  

Then Jesus told him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed; 

blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.  John 20:29 

Have you faced a battle in your life?  A loved one who became ill with a serious illness?  A financial loss so great you didn't know where your next meal would come from?  A child who is far from the Lord despite all the efforts to teach them about Jesus?  

What was your prayer to the Lord?  What did the Lord speak to you?  Did He tell you He would bring you through?  Did he say He would provide for you?  Did you listen to His voice 

I have a bazillion examples of times God spoke to me in relation to a prayer.....but did I truly heed His voice and trust what He said?   I remember one time I was asking for healing.  I was desperate for immediate relief (that's pretty often).  But this one time, He took me to the passage where He told the disciples to get in the boat and go to the other side.  A big storm came upon them and they were afraid.  They thought they were going to drown.  I did too.  I did not think I would ever survive what I was going through.  I thought death was knocking.  Jesus didn't tell his disciples to get in the boat and they would drown.  He said get in the boat and go to the other side.  God gave them reassurance even before they got in the boat.  But when the storm came, they forgot what He had said or they just didn't have the faith to TRUST Him and take Him at His Word!   Wow!  Ouch!  Conviction once again!   

I am still not to the other side.  I do not know how far until I reach the shoreline.  If I truly focus on Jesus, I can see Him on dry land waiting for me.  He is cheering me on.  He is showing me that there is hope.  That He didn't bring me this far to leave me.   The storms keep coming. The finances dried up and we don't know what to do.  The pain and sleepless nights rage on.  But one thing I do know with weak wobbly knees at times, is that He has promised me, I/we will get to the other side.   He is faithful.  I can trust Him.  My heart and flesh may fail at times, but the Lord will never fail me or you!  He who began a good work will finish it!  You can trust Him.  You can read His Word and believe what it says!  

Is there a storm in your life that seems to never end? Take a minute to think about it.   What has God spoken to you specifically in this situation?  Will you hear what He says and Trust Him for the outcome.  Will you trust Him to bring you through?  

Jehoshaphat was a man that we could heed much wisdom from.  At least in 2 Chronicles 20.  He knew God intimately enough to know that He could trust Him.  He did 3 things that are great life lessons for us!

1.  He prayed! 

2.  He listened for God's still small voice 

3.  He responded in obedience to what the Lord instructed!  

Here's a good prayer paraphrased from some of the verses in 2 Chronicles 20.

v6 Power and might are in your hand Lord and no one can withstand you.  v12  We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on YOU.” v15 The Lord will say to me.. ‘Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this difficult circumstance.   For the battle is not yours, but Mine, says the Lord. v16 take up your positions dear one; stand firm on My Word and see the deliverance that the Lord will give you.   Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Go out to face whatever it is,  and the Lord will be with you.’” v18 Stand up and praise the Lord, the God of Israel, with a very loud voice. v21 Sing to the Lord and to praise him for the splendor of his  holiness as then  go out at the head of this trial saying: “Give thanks to the Lord,  for his love endures forever.” v22 As you begin to sing and praise, the Lord will set ambushes against whatever is coming against you and He will lead you into VICTORY!   in Jesus mighty name.  Amen! 

Oh the freedom it brings to one soul when we finally get this.  Not that I have arrived, but the light bulb is burning a tad brighter.  My confidence in the Lord is increasing.  My faith is growing deeper and wider.  This is the Good News of Christ!  

Psalm 112:7 NIV They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the LORD to care for them.

How can I pray for you?  What can I stand in agreement with you for?  Life is difficult for many these days.  The world is in chaos.  Our country is being led by ungodly leaders and leading us down a pretty dismal path.  But God!  God is our hope, our refuge and our strong tower.  

We do not know what our future holds, but we do know who holds our tomorrow.  Author unknown.  

Prayers and Praise

1.  Ken is getting at least 30-35 hours a week of work.  There are a couple of side jobs he may have in the near future.  Thankful for his willingness to work 6 days a week if necessary, though its hard on him physically.  Painting - up & down ladders, bending over and all that takes a toll on him.  His body needs rest.  Please pray for his endurance and strength.  

2.  God has given me a couple days of reprieve (not consecutively) but lesser pain which is tolerable.  I am thankful.   Covet your ongoing prayers for complete healing!  

3.  We continue to believe that He will make a way with our finances....everyday expenses, food, rent & utilities.  Now that we are not paying for our neighbors electricity (she was attached to our meter for the first 5 months) our electric bill has gone down by $140.   Thankful for the living space and peaceful neighborhood we live in.  

4.  God is quiet on the "destiny property" front.... there was a sense things were shifting.... and they may still be.... but not hearing much.  Contending and trusting....as the vision is so needed.  

NEED YOUR HELP: 

5..  I am FINALLY writing my books again with the help of a good friend.  I talk (that's easy) she types and she is getting it proofed and organized.  The first book I am writing is about prayer.  IF you would please reach out to me, I would love to solicit from you a story about something you prayed for and how God answered it.  I will scribe, you talk.  Will you do that for me please?  The other books will follow.... 

Hugs, love and prayers.

Ken & Michele Cole 

michele@wantinsight.com

michelecole.thrivelife.com - quality freeze dried food - simple to use, quality, non GMO, nutritious & delicious.  

Here are ways you can give if you feel led:

1.  Non tax deductible donations can be made to:

     Ken & Michele Cole, 103 Geneva Ave, Hamilton, MT 59840  (preferable as the options below will tax us) 

     This is the only way currently we can use funds for our personal needs at this time.  or through 

Paypal - paypal.me/micheleacole 

Venmo- @Michele-Cole-20

Cashapp - cash.app/$micheleacole2019     

2.  Tax deductible options:

     Checks payable to Sonlit Fields, 103 Geneva Ave, Hamilton, MT 59840

     This goes into our ministry account to be used for outreach and saving towards our vision.

     Donor Fund - The Signatry - Ken & Michele Cole - listed under Want InSight Fund.

     7171 W 95th Street, Suite 501, Overland Park, KS 66212

     Phone 913 310 0279

     www.thesignatry,com

     This is an option to keep gifts anonymous - again for outreach and savings toward our vision.

Vision

God has given us a vision to build a retreat property along with ministry equipping center.  

The retreat portion of our ministry is to provide a safe place for pastors, lay leaders & other ministry folks to come and be refreshed & encouraged through prophetic ministry (if wanted).  We will offer private cabins with kitchens & full bathrooms, and plenty of places to roam on the property to get quiet with the Lord. 

We will offer other specialty retreats - marriage, healing, prophetic teaching & activating people into the world & health and wellness retreats and more.  

The Lord has graced us with the desire to come alongside the Church - to bring healing, deliverance & freedom to new/newer believers.  We are not wanting to replace their church, but better help them be ready to serve in their church. 

In our community building - we will eventually have a 24/7 prayer room, healing & prophetic rooms and a place for community worship services for those on the property.  

Our passion is to minister to a lost & hurting world.   To equip the saints to do the same and to be a blessing to our community and surrounding areas.  Our hopes are that we can pour out God's love in a mighty way to bring more and more souls into the Kingdom, get them discipled, called into their purpose & destiny and released to do God's business!!!!  We also have a passion to give generously to help those in need and to help others launch into their God given destinies.  

For You Do Not Know What Tomorrow May Bring.....

Proverbs 27:1 Do not boast about tomorrow,

    for you do not know what a day may bring. 

How many know when the enemy overplays his hand, he reveals his plans???   

I just want to say, I am not writing this blog to instill fear......to coerce you into buying my product, or to bring condemnation or judgement upon you.   It is my heartfelt passion and more so compassion for God's people to prepare! 

Just recently Biden, revealed to America that FOOD SHORTAGES were coming!!  Here's just one source https://www.foxnews.com/video/6319517278112      The enemy has overplayed his hand through Biden!   

In 2009, the Lord showed me the USA would see famine.  I've shared in the blog before that the Lord has given me visions of what's coming.   This is how I got started with Thrive Life.  He is the one who led me to the company and to be a VOICE.    I have seen some progress in people getting prepared.... but I still feel it falls on deaf ears.   In 2014, the Lord told me to start interceding for His people - to open deaf ears and blind eyes to see and know the Truth.   I have prayed faithfully for that.  I have prayed for heightened discernment for His people.   And yet, I still feel many are unknowingly deceived.....or worse yet, burying their heads in the sand.  "This is America, we won't have food shortages?"   "God is our provider"  Yes, He is... but He also gives us ample notice to prepare.  Are you listening to His still small voice?  Are you asking Him for guidance.  Even Homeland Security tells people to prepare for natural disasters.   

Ezekiel 3:17-19 - Son of man, I have made thee a watchman unto the house of Israel: therefore hear the word at my mouth, and give them warning from me. 

Some people think a few canned goods or a pantry and refrigerator/freezer full of food is enough.  

What if power goes down?  How will you cook your food?  How will you store your food?  How long will it last in your refrigerator or freezer?   

In 2007, the Lord showed me a "great blackout".  What that looks like, I don't know for sure, but what I sense from my talks with the Lord, is that we will see great food shortages and even power outages for up to 90 days and then maybe upgrade somewhat....but life as we know it will never return.   

Amos 3:7 Surely the Sovereign Lord does nothing without revealing his plan to his servants the prophets.

We are already seeing food shortage and 300% increases in egg prices?  Egg farms are being destroyed, cattle farms are being destroyed, food plants are being burned down..... do you think that will magically not affect our food?    Heck, I just about had a heart attack when I bought asparagus last week.  When I looked at my receipt trying to figure out how 3 little bags of food cost me $89, I found I paid $14 for that asparagus.  Geez!  If I hadn't already got home, I think I might have returned it.  

This past weekend we had some friends over for dinner.  He's a store manager of a grocery store.  He is saying that is very very difficult to get what he orders.  He is having to find other avenues and even that is difficult.   

Imagine for just a minute - what if - a natural disaster hits, something that would affect our food supply instantly.  How long do you think the grocery store shelves would stay in stock?  What kind of mad house, and crazy lunatics would you have to come across trying to get what you can?  Would you really want to put yourself in that situation?  Does that bring you peace?  

Imagine this -what if things hit the fan (and they are heading that way fast).... what if you could just remain calm, knowing that you have food.  Knowing that what you have is something that will carry you through - and will last for a long time.  Does that bring you peace?   

You can prepare now.   There are so many "freeze dried" food companies out there.  They have been popping up for the last decade or so.  Many know and see the writing on the wall and they are trying to capitalize on the profits before the inevitable happens.   I have tasted at least 20+ of these companies food.  You have no idea where they are sourcing it, what quality control measures are in place and by sampling it, you will see what I mean.   

In 2009, the Lord pointed me towards Thrive Life.  They are the number one freeze dried food source and largest company in the United States - and soon to be overseas.  Why?  Because they have very strict standards, have control of their farms and food supplies.  Their quality control is over the top!  They mean business!    The 2 owners and the President and CEO are all incredibly filled with wisdom and foresight.  They are taking measures to prepare for the worst of times and yet still be able to supply the USA and other countries with food!  Wow!!!!!    My prayer is that they succeed.  And it should be your prayer too.   

And don't just prepare food - prepare for no paper products (hint toilet paper), toiletries and more.  Bartering may be our way of getting things we need.   Or we live without.  I don't know about you, but I'm not fond of the idea of not having toilet paper or water or food.  

I hope and pray we won't actually see what I have heard from the Lord.  We don't know what tomorrow brings, but we do know who holds our future in His hands.   My suggestion is to seek the Lord.  Ask Him what does He want you to prepare for.  Some people may need a bunch to care for elderly friends and family or neighbors....and others may need just enough for them.    I would rather purchase food and supplies and not "have" to use it... then to be up a creek without a paddle and not have anything.  

If you are interested in learning more - you can check out my website at https://michelecole.thrivelife.com or you can email me or call me.  

Please get prepared!   

Praise & Prayer - 

1.  Huge huge praise report...... I have been praying for a new bed for 9+ years.  We have been sleeping on the same mattress for 33 years.  We have bought inexpensive foam toppers but the one we have now is  even old.   Tonight we get a 5 year old - NEW to us Stearns & Foster mattress & box springs.  It has a built in foam topper on top of the top of the line mattress.  It is comfortable and I haven't been able to stop thanking God for this blessing.  The lady originally offered to sell to us for $100 then lowered the price to $50.  Wow!!!!   and then to top that off, someone gave us $50 out of the blue and so that is how we will pay for it.   God is so good!  I am believing that will help one with sleep but two even help with the pain in my back & hips.   So whoooohooo God!!! 

2.  Thank you for your continued prayers for Ken and having work.  Thankfully his boss likes him and he seems to get the first work available.  There are 2 guys that are not working at all - and haven't since before Christmas.   Even know we need more income to pay our bills....we are thankful for the work Ken has.  

3.  Please pray for increase in Thrive Life business..... so I can make the additional income we need... I don't want to do the business just for the income...  I am done with "sales".  Sales wears me out!  I just want people prepared, truly!  

4.  Praise - we sooo love our new church home and have been received well there.  Our home group is continuing to grow deep with God and with each other and outwardly as well.  We are already needing bigger space.  LOL!  

5.  Please pray for warmer temps.  This winter has been unusually cold.  We get snow and then a deep freeze so our roads stay icy. Our bedroom only has a space heater which we are careful how much we use (cost to use is high)..... so our temps stay between 52-55 typically.  No problem for sleeping but really cold getting out of bed to use the bathroom or shower (i know tmi)!  

Please let me know how I can pray for you.  I am thankful for those who reach out with prayer requests.   

Hugs, love and prayers.

Ken & Michele Cole 

michele@wantinsight.com

michelecole.thrivelife.com - quality freeze dried food - simple to use, quality, non GMO, nutritious & delicious.  

Here are ways you can give if you feel led:

1.  Non tax deductible donations can be made to:

     Ken & Michele Cole, 103 Geneva Ave, Hamilton, MT 59840  (preferable as the options below will tax us) 

     This is the only way currently we can use funds for our personal needs at this time.  or through 

Paypal - paypal.me/micheleacole 

Venmo- @Michele-Cole-20

Cashapp - cash.app/$micheleacole2019     

2.  Tax deductible options:

     Checks payable to Sonlit Fields, 103 Geneva Ave, Hamilton, MT 59840

     This goes into our ministry account to be used for outreach and saving towards our vision.

     Donor Fund - The Signatry - Ken & Michele Cole - listed under Want InSight Fund.

     7171 W 95th Street, Suite 501, Overland Park, KS 66212

     Phone 913 310 0279

     www.thesignatry,com

     This is an option to keep gifts anonymous - again for outreach and savings toward our vision.

Vision

God has given us a vision to build a retreat property along with ministry equipping center.  

The retreat portion of our ministry is to provide a safe place for pastors, lay leaders & other ministry folks to come and be refreshed & encouraged through prophetic ministry (if wanted).  We will offer private cabins with kitchens & full bathrooms, and plenty of places to roam on the property to get quiet with the Lord. 

We will offer other specialty retreats - marriage, healing, prophetic teaching & activating people into the world & health and wellness retreats and more.  

The Lord has graced us with the desire to come alongside the Church - to bring healing, deliverance & freedom to new/newer believers.  We are not wanting to replace their church, but better help them be ready to serve in their church. 

In our community building - we will eventually have a 24/7 prayer room, healing & prophetic rooms and a place for community worship services for those on the property.  

Our passion is to minister to a lost & hurting world.   To equip the saints to do the same and to be a blessing to our community and surrounding areas.  Our hopes are that we can pour out God's love in a mighty way to bring more and more souls into the Kingdom, get them discipled, called into their purpose & destiny and released to do God's business!!!!  We also have a passion to give generously to help those in need and to help others launch into their God given destinies.  

Job's Friends....

Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2 

Do you know Job's friends?  Do you have someone in your life that always seems to know the answer to your problem or circumstance?  Is there someone you see in Christian circles that always seems to have the "fix" for everyone's problems?  

This past weekend at Sunday School.... a gentlemen shared about his health.  In context, he was saying that as he has asked God to take the disease away, God's reply has been My Grace is Sufficient for you.  He still contends for healing but yet knows God is using this disease to reach others.   His transparency however landed a comment directed at him that maybe he didn't have enough faith to be healed.  If he would only open the Word of God and read it aloud - you know faith comes by hearing, hearing by the Word.    When that came out of the person's mouth, my stomach felt like I was kicked hard.  I looked around the room and there were several of us who showed a similar response.   Ouch!!  That's what I'd call a friend of Job's.  

Since I have dealt with chronic health issues for 38+ years.... I have had many of Job's friends visit me as well.    Here's just a few of the comments I get....

1.  You must not have enough faith.

2.  You must have unforgiveness towards someone.

3.  You must not be eating right, exercising enough, etc....

4.  You must not be taking "my" supplements!  I literally had someone tell me that God told them because I was not buying their $500 a month protocol of their supplements, God would not heal me.  

5.  I need to repent, renounce everything including the kitchen sink repeatedly.  

6.  I must have so much sin in my life that God would keep me sick and debilitated. 

7.  If only you did this, or did that, you'd be healed.  

You get the point now, don't you?  

All of these points (well not #4)  have some validity and can hinder healing... but have you ever just stopped and asked them "What is God speaking to you"  What is God saying to you regarding your circumstance?  We are so quick to "put on" to others our ideas, opinions, solutions and experiences.  We don't take the time to just have compassion and kindness.   This applies to any circumstance whether it be health, or financial or anything someone is going through.   And if you don't have a one on one relationship with this person, why do you feel you can speak into that person's life in the first place.  You would have no idea on the day to day walk they have.  We are often guilty of jumping to conclusions instead of just asking a few questions and finding out more.   

Do you know how many times I've gone (and others)  into a downward spiral because we have friends like Job?  We never know how our words may affect someone in the moment?  

Years ago,  I had someone speak over me that Satan has an assignment over my life.  He is going to do everything in his power to take me out.   I was a fairly new Christian and since they were a leader, I took that into my spirit.   I thought wow I'm going to die.  When? I assumed my  health issues were my "lot" in the Christian life.     When I shared that with my home group and thankful I had such amazing sound teachers, they said oh no..... that was not good!  They prayed and broke off that word curse.      If you have something to share with someone, please learn how to word it - turn it for good... don't speak curses over them.  Seriously!!    Here's how I may have worded that.  "You have a great call on your life and God wants to use you powerfully.   Satan doesn't like that and he may try to throw everything at you to change that, but God says you are an overcomer and God is with you and nothing can thwart God's plans for your life.     Do you see the difference?  Which one would you prefer? Blessing or Curse?  

We have got to take the time to think about what we want to say and speak in a way that will be uplifting and encouraging.   Our words have power. The Word of God says life and death are in the tongue!  What is your tongue speaking over others.  

Years ago when I started this blog, I felt the Lord wanted me to be transparent.  He wanted my struggles and victories to be heard.  So many times we hear of a person having a trial and then we hear the outcome - the overcoming part, but we don't hear about the details in between.  That is what God has asked of me in this blog and in my walk.  Do you know how hard that is - the transparency part is a cake walk next to the comments and feedback I get.  Assumptions are made, answers are thrown out flippantly and sadly, all out attacks are given.   Yeah for me.  Very few actually say wow.... you are going through it.  Or how can I come alongside you and walk this out with you?  How can I support you?   This quote seems pretty appropriate right now.

“True intercession involves bringing the person, or the circumstance that seems to be crashing in on you, before God, until you are changed by His attitude toward that person or circumstance. People describe intercession by saying, “It is putting yourself in someone else’s place.” That is not true! Intercession is putting yourself in God’s place; it is having His mind and His perspective.” ― Oswald Chambers 

Would God shame you or condemn you?   No!!!  So why do we do that to others.  Bob Sorge said one time that God doesn't look at the day to day walk, He looks at the trajectory of our life. Are we growing?  Are we progressing upwards over time?  That's what He's looking for.  He's not beating us down because we have a bad moment or a bad day or week?  He's not even looking at if we have a bad year or two.  LIfe is hard.  Life is challenging.   He knows that.  And He is more concerned with us growing in Him.  

How can we be the body of Christ God intended?  How can we shift our attitude to one that is encouraging and uplifting?  How can we stop projecting onto others our ideas, opinions and attitudes.       Here's what I know to be true:  Hurt people, hurt people.  Healed people, heal people.   Seek the Lord, ask Him to create a clean heart in us.  Ask Him to renew a right spirit in us.  Help us to be people who truly demonstrate God's love to a lost, broken and hurting world...especially to your fellow brother and sisters in Christ.   There's a song most of us know.... here are the words:    This is what Christianity should be about - LOVE!! 

https://youtu.be/3EBShVUTH0U (listen here) 

We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord
We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord
And we pray that our unity will one day be restored
And they'll know we are Christians by our love, by our love
Yeah they'll know we are Christians by our love

We will work with each other, we will work side by side
We will work with each other, we will work side by side
And we'll guard each man's dignity and save each man's pride

And they'll know we are Christians by our love, by our love
Yeah, they'll know we are Christians by our love.

If you've had a friend or two like Job, I'm so sorry.  I repent on their behalf and pray that you have been able to overcome and hurt, disappointment or bitterness towards them.  IF you've been a friend like Job's, please ask the Lord for forgiveness and to help you show His love in a different way.   

We all go through challenges, trials & major setbacks.   Think about what you need when you're in one of these situations?  What brings you hope, encouragement and the courage to get through?   Do the same to others that you would want.   How can you come alongside someone?   

Praise & Prayer Reports....

1.  Thank you for your prayers for Ken's work.  His boss created a couple days of work at his own personal home.  And now he has at least a few more days on another job.  So Thankful for that!   We still need additional income beyond him full time - but God's in control! 

2.  The pain levels are extra high for some reason.  I just continue to trust that God will give me a grace to continue to walk this out until such time He chooses to heal. 

 Please let me know how I can pray for you.  I am thankful for those who reach out with prayer requests.   

Hugs, love and prayers.

Ken & Michele Cole 

michele@wantinsight.com

michelecole.thrivelife.com - quality freeze dried food - simple to use, quality, non GMO, nutritious & delicious.  

Here are ways you can give if you feel led:

1.  Non tax deductible donations can be made to:

     Ken & Michele Cole, 103 Geneva Ave, Hamilton, MT 59840  (preferable as the options below will tax us) 

     This is the only way currently we can use funds for our personal needs at this time.  or through 

Paypal - paypal.me/micheleacole 

Venmo- @Michele-Cole-20

Cashapp - cash.app/$micheleacole2019     

2.  Tax deductible options:

     Checks payable to Sonlit Fields, 103 Geneva Ave, Hamilton, MT 59840

     This goes into our ministry account to be used for outreach and saving towards our vision.

     Donor Fund - The Signatry - Ken & Michele Cole - listed under Want InSight Fund.

     7171 W 95th Street, Suite 501, Overland Park, KS 66212

     Phone 913 310 0279

     www.thesignatry,com

     This is an option to keep gifts anonymous - again for outreach and savings toward our vision.

Vision

God has given us a vision to build a retreat property along with ministry equipping center.  

The retreat portion of our ministry is to provide a safe place for pastors, lay leaders & other ministry folks to come and be refreshed & encouraged through prophetic ministry (if wanted).  We will offer private cabins with kitchens & full bathrooms, and plenty of places to roam on the property to get quiet with the Lord. 

We will offer other specialty retreats - marriage, healing, prophetic teaching & activating people into the world & health and wellness retreats and more.  

The Lord has graced us with the desire to come alongside the Church - to bring healing, deliverance & freedom to new/newer believers.  We are not wanting to replace their church, but better help them be ready to serve in their church. 

In our community building - we will eventually have a 24/7 prayer room, healing & prophetic rooms and a place for community worship services for those on the property.  

Our passion is to minister to a lost & hurting world.   To equip the saints to do the same and to be a blessing to our community and surrounding areas.  Our hopes are that we can pour out God's love in a mighty way to bring more and more souls into the Kingdom, get them discipled, called into their purpose & destiny and released to do God's business!!!!  We also have a passion to give generously to help those in need and to help others launch into their God given destinies.  

Going Deeper

Have your roots planted deep in Christ. Grow in Him. Get your strength from Him. Let Him make you strong in the faith as you have been taught. Your life should be full of thanks to Him. Colossians 2:7 

Have you ever prayed for something and just the opposite occurs?   I think we all have at some point.  

For the past few years, I've been crying out to God, take me deeper, restore the joy of my salvation, give me the childlike faith I used to have.  I want such a hunger and thirst for Him that I am never satisfied.  

When I first got saved, I prayed for world overcoming faith.  I really think that was the Holy Spirit prompting me to pray that, because now that I've been walking with the Lord for 20+ years, I don't think I'd word it quite that way.  LOL! 

I'm not writing this to gain sympathy.... I'm writing because one I feel like the Lord asked me to and two because I think my life parallels what the Church may be going through (just different circumstances).   Often, I "feel" an atmosphere and can pick up on what others are going through, or a spirit a city may be oppressed by.  

I have been being hit with wave after wave of depression, a longing to go home/heaven.  I am discouraged.  I'm tired of not feeling well, living with chronic pain & suffering day in and day out.  I'm tired of not sleeping much.    I find myself thinking why would I want to continue living if this is what life is going to be.  I feel like what Solomon wrote in 

Ecclesiastes 1:2 “Meaningless! Meaningless!” says the Teacher “Utterly meaningless!  Everything is meaningless.”

I believe the Church is being pressed beyond measure.  I believe we are experiencing trial after trial and crushing after crushing for a reason.  We are experiencing hardships and suffering because God wants us to go deeper.  I don't believe He's the author of these, but I do believe He uses them for our good and for the good of helping others.  

Sunday, our pastor said the theme of this year is "Going Deeper".    I resonated with that, because I've been praying that for sometime.... I do believe God is calling His Church to a deeper more intimate relationship with Him.   We are coming upon a great storm, something that we need to know Him, trust Him and can depend on Him to see us through.   The only way we can do those things if we go deeper.  We have to be willing to go into the deep end without knowing the outcome.  We have to jump in even if we don't know how to swim.  

Last May, the Lord told me he was taking away my Facebook income.  One by one all my accounts dropped off.  In July, we were told to move out of our rental which was affordable.  The only rental God opened the door for was one that was almost double what we paid.  We jumped in - trusting Him.....     We are now paying 3x what we were (mostly because our electric/gas bill).  Our income is not enough to pay this increase and we have had to pay most by credit card.   This is the first time since 1986 that we have had any credit card debt or debt at all (except our house in KC).   This is quite difficult because we are barely keeping our head above water.   Why am I telling you this?  Well, once again the Lord is showing us WE MUST TRUST HIM - and that He is our provider.  We must learn how to depend on Him for everything.   I have had a few animated discussions with Him because I had enjoyed going back to work (remotely) and making an income again.  It was such a nice 2 years of not having to wonder how we would pay a bill or how we would be able to eat?  God has always been faithful but if you've had to depend on him for everything, you know it's still a hard walk to walk.   Just a few days ago, the Lord said to me, this is an answer to your prayer.  You asked to go deeper.  You asked for faith that would sustain you?  You asked for world overcoming faith.  I am so ready to throw in the towel.... and yet somehow, His grace sustains me and I overcome.  

It is so easy here in America to make our income our god; to make health insurance our god; to make anything that brings us comfort our god.   I believe the Lord is wanting His Church to release everything that will hinder us in going deeper with Him.  

Are we willing to surrender our daily life to the Lord?  Are  we willing to be intentional day in and day out to seek the Lord for what HE has planned for our lives that day?  And will we be obedient?  

Recently in our home group, we were talking about the passage in John 14:14 If you ask me anything in my name, I will do it.   What it all boiled down to was as we abide with Him, as we seek His Kingdom first, then we will bear fruit.  Fruit not only the fruits of the spirit, though those are important, but fruit meaning we will know His will, hear His voice and act on what He asks of us.    I saw this graphic on Facebook and it resonated so deeply within that I wanted to share it here.  "Time is non-refundable.  Use it with  intention!"   There is so much that God wants to do in us and through us, but we have to be willing.   I'm sure some of us are doing some things that are good, but let's all ask God if that's what He wants us to be doing.   

Here are a few questions I pray and ask when I wake up each morning.  

1.  Lord, what is on your heart today?  

2.  Lord, who do you want me praying for today?  

3. Lord, is there anyone that you want me to do something special for?  Is there someone in need?  

4. Lord, what do you want me to learn today in Your Word?  How can I apply that to my walk with You?  

I pause between these questions and listen intently...journal what I hear and then act on it!  I don't mean this arrogantly but He wants people to be encouraged?  I must text sometimes upwards 10-40 people a day - something I sensed in my spirit.  I often get a response that what I sent was very timely and quite encouraging.   Sometimes we just have to be intentional on LISTENING!  Not always asking - oh and believe me, I ask and ask and ask.   

Going deeper may unfortunately take a trial or an unwanted experience to get your eyes on Jesus.   Sometimes, a thorn in the flesh helps us to become more dependent on Him.  Sometimes going deeper may mean just rest - not sleep necessarily, but rest in Him.  Cease striving and KNOW that He is God.  

Lord reveal to us Your heart - what do You have for us to do?  What is something we can do that will bring glory to YOU?   We want more of you Lord!! Take us deeper!!!

TESTIMONY - 

On another note I wanted to share a pretty cool story.   I met this lady (we'll call her Deann just for giggles).   I met Deann about a year ago.  We've become fast friends and I have been lifting her in prayer because she lost her husband unexpectedly about a month after we met.  In mid-December we were out for coffee.  I had a sense that she was going to tell me she met a man.  She did.  She told me this really amazing story on how she met this guy, a relationship was not on her radar and yet he fell into her lap.  It was love at first sight - literally.  I asked her if she met him 30 days ago.  She said oh my gosh yes exactly!   Immediately the Lord took me into what I call a "movie reel vision" - I was seeing the next 30-45 days play out in my head.  I began to smirk and she said "What? No, don't tell me"   She knows I hear from God.  So I said ok, fine, I'll text myself so that I can share it with you another time.  I texted that there was a whirlwind of activity around these two and that she would have a ring on her finger before Valentine's Day.  I really sensed that she would be married by then, not just the ring.   Well, two weeks ago, we met for coffee again.   She was telling me how they were getting super close and I asked her if they had discussed "it" yet.  She knew what I was asking and said Yes.  That they hadn't used the "word" yet but they were talked about in a round about way.  The Lord told me to tell her we were ordained just in case.    Last week, she texted me to say "they" were on the way over to our house.  She was picking up some soup I made and he was giving me some homemade elderberry syrup.  But, I knew they were going to tell me they were engaged.   When they walked in - she said "We need your services".  Lol.  She asked us to officiate their wedding which is coming up the end of this month!   How fun is that!!   What I so enjoy about this story, is that God knew what the two of them needed even before they did.  They have so many things in common and have such a great friendship already!   I also love that God does things SUDDENLY!   So if you are praying for something or not - God still knows your need and He will do it!  That's encouraging! 

Prayer & Praise Updates..

1.  Please pray for additional income.  Ken has missed almost 2 weeks of work as there is NO work.  His boss is really good to him and gave him whatever he could, but inside jobs this time of year are needed and unfortunately there isn't much work.  Other employees often don't work for months at a time.  Yikes!     I have just a little income coming in from Thrive....but not enough.  Pray for opportunity for that to grow!  

2.  Please pray as it is finally on my calendar with the help of a good friend to write my books.  The Lord has been asking this of me and I just haven't had much mental stamina or motivation due to health.  I have a friend who is going to help me write and organize my thoughts and stories.  I'm excited.  Pray we get this launched in February and it goes well!  

3.  Please pray for health - sleep & pain mostly.  I still deal with 24/7 chronic pain in back, knee, hip & feet.  I've also have many other symptoms I won't bore you with.    I am getting some sleep but it's not deep restful or long sleep.   It leaves me with little energy and limited focus.  Have you ever looked up sleep deprivation? Don't!  Chronic Pain wears me out!!    I'm hanging on by a thread..... trusting God that one day soon, I will see my healing! 

4.  Our home group is growing and I am finding myself already praying for God to expand our space once again.  I prayed that prayer for a year in our last home before he moved us here.  We love love love the house we live in.  It truly is an answer to that prayer.  We are comfortable in it - just need the resources to make sure we can keep affording it.   There is nothing here any cheaper, however.    We do love our home group.  We are truly building some deep relationships and growing in the Lord together.   

5.  We love our new church - we are attending the local Assemblies of God.  Our pastors are real, authentic & passionately in love with Jesus!    

 Please let me know how I can pray for you.  I am thankful for those who reach out with prayer requests.   

Hugs, love and prayers.

Ken & Michele Cole 

michele@wantinsight.com

michelecole.thrivelife.com - quality freeze dried food - simple to use, quality, non GMO, nutritious & delicious.  

Here are ways you can give if you feel led:

1.  Non tax deductible donations can be made to:

     Ken & Michele Cole, 103 Geneva Ave, Hamilton, MT 59840  (preferable as the options below will tax us) 

     This is the only way currently we can use funds for our personal needs at this time.  or through 

Paypal - paypal.me/micheleacole 

Venmo- @Michele-Cole-20

Cashapp - cash.app/$micheleacole2019     

2.  Tax deductible options:

     Checks payable to Sonlit Fields, 103 Geneva Ave, Hamilton, MT 59840

     This goes into our ministry account to be used for outreach and saving towards our vision.

     Donor Fund - The Signatry - Ken & Michele Cole - listed under Want InSight Fund.

     7171 W 95th Street, Suite 501, Overland Park, KS 66212

     Phone 913 310 0279

     www.thesignatry,com

     This is an option to keep gifts anonymous - again for outreach and savings toward our vision.

Vision

God has given us a vision to build a retreat property along with ministry equipping center.  

The retreat portion of our ministry is to provide a safe place for pastors, lay leaders & other ministry folks to come and be refreshed & encouraged through prophetic ministry (if wanted).  We will offer private cabins with kitchens & full bathrooms, and plenty of places to roam on the property to get quiet with the Lord. 

We will offer other specialty retreats - marriage, healing, prophetic teaching & activating people into the world & health and wellness retreats and more.  

The Lord has graced us with the desire to come alongside the Church - to bring healing, deliverance & freedom to new/newer believers.  We are not wanting to replace their church, but better help them be ready to serve in their church. 

In our community building - we will eventually have a 24/7 prayer room, healing & prophetic rooms and a place for community worship services for those on the property.  

Our passion is to minister to a lost & hurting world.   To equip the saints to do the same and to be a blessing to our community and surrounding areas.  Our hopes are that we can pour out God's love in a mighty way to bring more and more souls into the Kingdom, get them discipled, called into their purpose & destiny and released to do God's business!!!!  We also have a passion to give generously to help those in need and to help others launch into their God given destinies.