Get Ready – The R.A.I.N. is Coming…
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October 30, 2008“In the world you will have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) If you haven’t read the posts on yesterday’s blog, I recommend you do. It has to do with the trials we as the corporate body of Christ are walking through. I asked you to comment because the enemy of our soul wants us to feel alone… discouraged… fearful. Did I mention feeling very alone? Your comments put the enemy on the run! Here’s the deal… Jesus told us we would have tribulations. He also promised “he that overcomes shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son.” In fact, read Revelation 2 and 3 again. He has much to say about those who overcome. And how could we overcome if there wasn’t something to overcome? This is the moment we are living in right now. This is our opportunity to overcome! Blessed be the name of the Lord forever! Make no mistake. Greater trials are ahead for the nations of the world and for us as a people. We are currently in the workout room. Tomorrow we head into battle. (This I say by way of comparison and not to minimize the reality of our current battle.) To win in the battle going forward, I believe we need to be joined with a network of like minded, like hearted individuals who understand the gravity of the hour, the ferocity of the battle and the seriousness of the stakes! Here is my commitment to you… In response to the hour we’re in, I am dedicating this next season of my life to pulling together just such a network of people. I will invest heavily of my heart, my time and my finances into raising up a network of people who are called to the battle in the marketplace. I will work full time on their behalf, researching, seeking God and distilling into relevant, actionable intelligence the information and wisdom we need to overcome in the days ahead. The investment on your part will be embarrassingly modest, but I cannot tread out the grain without eating a little along the way. It will be called the R.A.I.N. Report and it will be delivered to your door, not via email. It’s that important. (We will accommodate international subscribers via either a membership site or PDF delivery for the sake of speed and cost.) Those of you who have purchased the Rainforest Strategy book will get a 50% discount. (The book is foundational to concepts and content going forward.) Details will be following in the very near future. It is my honor to serve with you!
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I can't wait. It sounds like you are doing exactly what is needed.
Ken Dulaney at 11:15am EDT - October 30, 2008
It seems the whole of the last 7 or 8 very difficult years have been in preparation for NOW. I, who had almost lost heart, have recently felt a change in the wind, just in the last two weeks and in spite of the goliath I have to face in business, it now seems possible. I don't know how, but it will happen and the many 'Josephs' out there who have been through similar experiences are going to make progress now too. Does that make sense to anyone else? The fear that assailed me daily, because I had made myself so vulnerable, has been extinguised like a candle flame and I am so grateful to God for that - it has filled me with joy and we will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.
Susan Todd at 11:42am EDT - October 30, 2008
AWESOME, I am so glad I went to your seminar in Charlotte,I believe ,like five years ago, I have been immensly impacted from day one, and I ain't going anywhere. Just to stand, PRAISE GOD!!!
Charles Sitter at 11:56am EDT - October 30, 2008
Hello Michael,
I enjoyed reading your blog from yesterday and was planning on commenting then. You're wise in your decision to network and I see this as the leading of the Holy Spirit. I have a small network and the way that the Holy Spirit has moved in this kind of ministry has allowed me to learn of the ways that God will move in His body corporately. There have been many times that I've been faced with circumstances or decisions that I didn't feel that I had the discernment I needed to make wise choices. Anytime and everytime I find myself facing these circumstances, the Holy Spirit will always move on me to connect with a member of the body or either a group/ministry for one purpose or another. He's very faithful to move through that act of obedience and always gives me full discernment as to the choices that I need to make.
The relationships that develop have always broadened my perception and understanding of Christ in His body. There is tremendous revelation and discernment that we receive of as we're simply aligned just to see the works of Jesus in His body.
The most dominant characteristic that I witness over and over is how networking brings us to form one body or \"one man\" for one purpose. God will always faithfully move to pour counsel through throse who gather. This is our equipping of faith and weapons to war against what would otherwise come against us. Thanks for \"calling\".
Blessings,
Cindy Allen
Cindy Allen at 11:58am EDT - October 30, 2008
Michael
If I can be of any assistance please contact me. I am a web-media-music producer and would be thrilled to help.
Greg
Greg Mann at 12:24pm EDT - October 30, 2008
Wow, I plan to be part of this.
Elizabeth at 12:27pm EDT - October 30, 2008
Thank you once again, Michael, for your servant's heart and your giving of yourself for the body of Christ. This RAIN report is a great idea; I can hardly wait!
The Lord willing, I'm getting ready to retire at 62 (another year and a half), but because I find that my relationship with the Lord has suffered because of my working full time, etc. I've chosen to retire early. In the past year my thoughts have vacilated between working longer to get more monthly money and find excuses for working longer. But my spirit desires the better part: to spend more quality time with my Savior. Just two days ago I turned on the Christian station and started to hear this person talk about intimacy that God desires from us and how the present world system is going -- going towards a one-world system which has been in the works for years now. I was crying because I felt the Spirit of God confirming in me that I should retire early, therefore, faith rising up in me to TRUST God for my provision completely. In view of the economic collapses, by His grace, I have not entered into fear of the future. Not only that but I have this sense and peace in my heart that the Lord is going to give me a business after I retire. My husband was laid off and has since retired (May 2008) and I've thought of asking him to consider not giving one of the offerings at church so we can have extra money, but every time I think of that I feel that we shouldn't because as we continue to give God is somehow going to bless us. By His grace, we continue to give to missions, special offerings, and this other monthly offering to our church, besides our tithes. Giving certainly cannot hurt us. I write all this as I feel it will speak to someone out there. We need to put our complete trust in the One who promises NEVER to leave us nor forsake us, for we will not be found begging for bread. God bless you all!
Anita at 12:41pm EDT - October 30, 2008
I am desperate for this type of help.
joanna mcketha
joanna mckethan at 12:46pm EDT - October 30, 2008
what do you mean, when you said \" we will accommodate international subscribes via either a...etc \"
Actually i am living in mexico, where there is a city named San Luis Potosi, but i don't see anything that i can help, however i would like to help in some way.
Thanks for sending me your advances.
luz sierra
luz sierra at 12:57pm EDT - October 30, 2008
really? i am just anybody. How i could help?.
My church home is Iglesia Biblica Bautista and our Pastor is Luis Ramos Cisneros He is Hispanic Pâstor He is USA citizen.
Right Now i need to do something about letters but i will be in touch.
God bless you.
Seeya Joanna.
luz sierra at 1:01pm EDT - October 30, 2008
Hi Michael. It's been months since I have commented on this blog.
To catch up from yesterday and today; I too have been under spiritual attack but not just recently. It started for me along time ago when I stepped out of my comfort zone and ran for the US Congress and the Wisconsin State Senate in 1996 and 1997 respectively.
Since that time my family has undergone a season of extreme poverty, attacks on my reputation, false accusations from a friend and my pastor, two business failures, child #5 had severe health issues requiring therapy and rehabilitation, shut out from promotions and recently experienced the death of parents. Just the other day one car was broken into and a screw driver broken off in the ignition and on the way to get a new part, the family mini-van transmission goes out 20 minutes from the discovery of the attempted car theft. Do you think God our Father is up to something?
Now through it all I have had a feeling deep within my guts that I was being groomed by God for some future event. Accept I don’t know when, it may come soon or it may not. It might be really a small thing or a real big thing it doesn't matter. For many years I have gone to sleep every night and eat every meal in prayer saying thank you Father for the training by trial, thank you Father for our daily bread and thank you Father for giving us the ability to trust you in the face of all the troubles. Dispite all the problems, God has graciously blessed me with excellent health, a lovely and good wife, six wonderful children who also love God and now 10 grandchildren. I am truly a rich man.
I already have the Rainforest series and ready to build a network with you Michael.
May God Bless you and all your readers
John Stumpf at 1:47pm EDT - October 30, 2008
I can identify with Michael S. and Joseph, but this attack spans decades of false accusations, extensive (and multiple) events of unemployment and then when employed, fighting to get paid the agreed upon sum.
I know God is faithful but the prolonged attacks take their toll. It's good to be reminded we're not alone and everyone is enduring some level of pain in one or more areas of their lives. You can look into the eyes of other people in the workplace and at church to see that.
Thank you for your continued messages that hit the nail on the head every day.
God's blessings....
Lynn T at 2:53pm EDT - October 30, 2008
This is very true....but we are overcomers thru the Lord Jesus and the Word
kay at 3:17pm EDT - October 30, 2008
Michael - i am honored by your service to us. thank you
CheriLu at 3:23pm EDT - October 30, 2008
Is the Rainforest Strategy book available to purchase?
Colleen Sinon at 3:36pm EDT - October 30, 2008
Hello all,
As we all can see, what can be shaken is being shaken, so that what cannot be shaken remains (I know, I'm the master of the obvious!). At the same time, I listened last night to part of a message by John Paul Jackson on Storms and the Miraculous and it truly encouraged me. I'm posting it here.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DU_RxofhMnU&feature=related
This is part 3 of 4. Basically, he says that the depth of our valley prophesies the height of the mountain that we will be at. God is truly preparing each of us to reign and rule with Him. I was rebuked in a good way (is there a bad way?) about the wimpy-ness of my faith, attitude and the vigor with which I fight and pray; not in the flesh but by the Spirit. We will overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony and by not loving our lives unto death (Rev 12:10). That is a past tense statement, looking at people who overcame and how they did it.
Personally I've been out of work since early September. I've been doing some work on my own, and doors have opened up for me to do business. As Michael has said in so many words, at the darkest hour, the light shines. Here's also a quote from Peter Drucker, a famous management consultant who also happened to be a devout Christian. He greatly influenced Jack Welch of GE as well as Jim Collins (Good to Great), and others:
\"Results are achieved by exploiting opportunities not solving problems. Solving problems can only return the organization to its prior status quo. To achieve results managers must exploit opportunities. However, in most organizations, its best people spend too much time putting out fires rather than searching for new opportunities than can become tomorrow’s cash cows.\"
Finally, we WILL reap a harvest IF we do not give up. DO NOT GIVE UP! (I'm saying this more to myself than anyone).
Blessings,
Dennis
Dennis at 5:02pm EDT - October 30, 2008
Dear Colleen... You can learn about the Rainforest Strategy book and order it by going to www.RainforestStrategy.com
Blessings, Michael
Michael Pink at 8:16am EDT - October 31, 2008
Thanks to all of you for your comments on this post. They help me! (o-:
I especially got help from your quote Dennis from Peter Drucker AND by watching the video you linked us to. That was very much encouraging! Thanks again!
Michael
Michael Pink at 8:54am EDT - October 31, 2008
Yesterday I attended a luncheon in Pt. St. Lucie in which Dr.Myles Munroe spoke. To deal with the times in which we now find ourselves, Dr. Munroe suggested that we ask ourselves what Jesus asked his disciples when they were concerned about feeding the 5000. Jesus asked them, \"What do you have to feed them? They said this little boy has offered five loaves and two fishes. Jesus told them to use that to feed the 5000. What happened, I think, was that others were motivated by the boys attitude of sharing and they brought forth the food they had brought with them and offered to share it with others. Like the litttel boy, whose mother had probably given him more than enough food to last him for the time he was with Jesus away for his home, others likewise probably brought more than they needed. After everyone ate, there was a lot of food scraps and morsels left over. So Myles was wisely suggesting that we survey the resources and influence we now have and control and pool them and share them as needed. In so doing we will probably find we have more than enough to see us through these troubled times. Sharing and unselfishness are but two of the primary principles and aspects of the kingdom of God. Others are righteousess. peace and joy.
David Thompson
David Thompson at 9:34am EDT - October 31, 2008
We are in the market place & would really appreciate any help that you may offer us.
God Bless, Jonathan Chandran/President
Train2Invest Inc
Jonathan Chandran at 10:10am EDT - October 31, 2008
I loved Rainforest Strategy so much, I've been recommending it to anyone who would listen. I even incorporated it into my next book as a great resource to get.
I appreciate your heart for the Body of Christ and look forward to the R.A.I.N. report.
Blessings to you,
-Roc
Raquel at 10:18am EDT - October 31, 2008
Thanks so much for what you are acomplishing for the work of God. I will be in prayer and do whatever i can to help.
JoAnne Johnson Morgan at 10:22am EDT - October 31, 2008
Greetings from Australia! So encouraging to be able to link in with like minded people who are discerning the times we are in. I am always very encouraged by Michaels emails, and sense his servants heart behind them. The Day is near...May we continue to grow together, in love, faith and hope in Him. Kind Regards, and look forward to the R.A,I,N report. Marita
Marita at 6:25am EDT - November 1, 2008
mine is not a valley but the pig pen. I choose to walk away a year or two ago, being bitter at the Father for not healing my wife on my terms, still hasn't but not for me to use as an excuse. I am crawling on my knees through the mud of sin and decadence, alcohol and sex have been my addiction and my cause for loosing my home, my car, my income and possibly my sons. My bi-polar wife has an idea of how far i fell but still remains with me. I have reached out to the church over the past several months, but it always comes back with the same response....none. I even challenged a men's group at one of the local outreach churches...none.
I know that I cannot stand alone, for I am weak. I know that with My GOD I will come thru, but I agree in you theory of a network of believers, but I am seeking that kind of support. Please follow the leading of the Spirit and do not hesitate. We need your help and I believe your guidance in these times of turmoil.
Wayne Harris
Wayne Harris at 10:51am EDT - November 1, 2008
Greetings Raquel... Thank you so much for spreading the word about Rainforest Strategy! I found your website by clicking on your name. You obviously have plenty to offer the world too. Keep on!
Michael Pink at 1:56pm EDT - November 1, 2008
Hello Marita;
Thanks for posting all the way from Australia. I look forward to sharing the R.A.I.N. Report with you all soon. I must tell you I am increasingly excited about the things I am discovering (both soft and hard information) that can change a lot of things for good for a lot of us! We will include these things for our subscribers.
Blessings,
Michael
Michael Pink at 1:58pm EDT - November 1, 2008
To those of you who have offered prayer... It is needed. These are times that try men's souls! To those who have offered to help or contribute... Many thanks! I look forward to learning what you have to offer!
Michael Pink at 2:00pm EDT - November 1, 2008