God Turns Curses into Blessings
In today’s world, hate often appears without cause—people are judged for their appearance, their race, their beliefs, their lifestyles, and sometimes simply because they are blessed. But scripture reminds us that no curse spoken against God’s people can prosper. Nehemiah 13:2 declares, *“God turned the curse into a blessing.” And when we look deeper into this truth, we see an intentional act of divine intervention in Numbers 22-24.
Numbers 22-24 recounts the story of Balak, the king of Moab, who was intimidated by the vast number of Israelites who had escaped Egypt under the mighty hand of God. Feeling threatened by their presence, Balak devised a scheme to stop them. He sought out Balaam, a man of God, offering riches in exchange for pronouncing a curse over Israel. Balak sent messengers multiple times, urging Balaam to fulfill his request.
Yet, the Lord intervened. When Balaam consulted God, the answer was clear: “You cannot go with them, nor can you curse a people whom I have blessed.” But Balak persisted, sending a second group of messengers. This time, God permitted Balaam to go, but with a firm command—he was only to speak what the Lord instructed.
Three times, Balak attempted to have Israel cursed. But each time, God overturned his plans, transforming intended curses into blessings instead. What was meant for harm became blessing upon blessing upon blessing!
God’s reminder for you today:
There are enemies you may not even be aware of, but God sees them. He declares that no hex, no vex, no conspiracy formed against you will succeed. Everything meant to hinder or harm you will turn around for your good! You are His chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His special possession—created to glorify Him.
Let this truth settle in your spirit: No one can curse those whom God has blessed! As Numbers 23:8 declares, “How can I curse those whom God has not cursed? How can I denounce those whom the Lord has not denounced?”*
So today, walk in victory, praising God, knowing that He holds you securely. As Kendrick Lamar said, “They don’t understand, because they aren’t like us.” And that’s the beauty of being chosen!
Evangelist Carleen Pope
Using Spiritual Weapons to Destroy Seasonal Attacks
During my morning prayer, the Lord led me to two powerful scriptures—Matthew 18:18 and Luke 8:22.
Many of us face recurring challenges, cycles of difficulties that seem to return like clockwork. We might wonder why, at the same time every year, certain struggles resurface. These are known as “seasonal attacks.” Though prayer may have broken their grip temporarily, the root cause, the very contract the enemy established to bring destruction has not been completely severed. Instead, it lies dormant, waiting for the right moment to rise again. But today, God declares that it must be cut off entirely. This can only be accomplished through the spiritual tools He has provided: prayer, decrees, binding and loosing, pleading the blood of Jesus, standing on His word, putting on the whole armour of God and knowing our authority in the Kingdom.
This morning, the Lord reminds us that we are equipped to defeat the enemy. To “bind” means to secure, to forbid, to shut down the enemy’s plans. To “loose” means to release, to free what has been confined, to restore what has been hindered.
We are not powerless! Too many of us are passively enduring the enemy’s attacks, allowing him to steal from us while remaining silent (e.g. our families, our country). Imagine a bully in a schoolyard if you don’t stand against him, he continues to intimidate and take what belongs to you. The enemy operates in the same way. Scripture warns that satan prowls like a roaring lion, look to see who he can devour. His purpose is to steal, kill, and destroy. But as citizens of God’s Kingdom, we must refuse to allow him to rob us of our joy, peace, and families. We stand on a firm foundation, confident that God is faithful to His word.
This morning, the Lord speaks clearly: Use the tools He has given YOU for survival in this world, a place that is not our permanent home. He understands the weight of responsibilities, the overwhelming nature of constant battles. Problems arise, and before one is solved, another follows. But God urges us do not forget who you are. You are part of a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession. (1 Peter 2:9) Do not forget the weapons He has provided. Use them.
Declare with authority:
"I bind, destroy, and uproot every scheme of the enemy against my life, my family, my health, and my finances. Every seasonal cycle of attack, every conspiracy meant to derail my path—I sever and cancel them now. I break every chain delaying my destiny, my purpose, holding my finances and promotion captive. I loose the peace and the Kingdom of God, to reign in every area of my life. No evil shall come near my dwelling. Every storm, every lie is silenced, and my latter days shall be blessed and abundant. In the mighty name of Yeshua, Jesus!"
"I bind, destroy, and uproot every scheme of the enemy against my life, my family, my health, and my finances. Every seasonal cycle of attack, every conspiracy meant to derail my path—I sever and cancel them now. I break every chain delaying my destiny, my purpose, holding my finances and promotion captive. I loose the peace and the Kingdom of God, to reign in every area of my life. No evil shall come near my dwelling. Every storm, every lie is silenced, and my latter days shall be blessed and abundant. In the mighty name of Yeshua, Jesus!"
Walk confidently today, knowing that God has equipped you with everything you need to live in victory.
Have a Bless Tuesday
Evangelist Carleen Brown
God is the source for Impossibilities
God reminds you today that He will make rivers in your desert places. Sometimes, it may seem like everything has dried up—whether it’s your finances, relationships, or other aspects of life. It might feel like things aren't working out as they should, and you could be experiencing a dry season. But God says, "Don't give up." The Lord your God, "who gives power to the faint and to those who have no might, He increases strength" (Isaiah 40:29). He also reminds us to wait on Him, for He, God, shall renew your strength. If you're having a bad day, look up. Though we are living in turbulent times, God has you. He is never far away and is always present. God assures us that when the poor and needy call on Him, He listens. Today, God wants you to call on Him. Give God the opportunity to water those impossibilities by opening rivers in your high places, bring fountains in your valleys, turn your wilderness into a pool of water, and make your dry land springs of water. Water is the source of life—where there is water, there is refreshing, growth, and abundance. God's word promises you will have a constant supply where you least expect it. And most importantly, never forget that God loves you!
Prayer: So, we call on you father, and we surrender and allow you to show yourself in our high and dry places the greatness of your power. Father, God, we recognize that you are our source, and we cannot do it alone. So, Lord today we ask you to water those impossibilities and "turn those No's into Yes's, defeats into victory, demotion to promotion, sickness into health, our weariness into peace, our poverty into abundance. In Your Precious, Mighty Name, Jesus our King.
Evangelist Carleen Brown, Founder
Women of Authority Ministries Sounding the Alarm Devotionals
2025 The Year of Intentional Engagements Ruth1-3
Nothing happens by chance. God does not operate in accidents; He preordains and designs intentional engagements for a specific purpose. (For He knows the expected end.) God knows the ending and what it will take to get you there. Sometimes, life happens, or we make poor choices. But God uses these choices to bring glory to Him as he turns things around.
It was no accident that Naomi returned to Bethlehem, nor was it a mistake that God placed it in Ruth’s heart to journey with her mother-in-law. The Word of God says in the 22nd verse of the first chapter of Ruth that they came into Bethlehem at the beginning of the barley harvest. Often, we humble ourselves, position ourselves as less than, or even hide. But God says He will cause men to see you. He is moving you from the back to the front line. Many will ask, “Who is this?” The Lord is bringing you into a season of protection and peace. It is your season to reap a harvest you have not planted, to drink from fountains and vessels you did not dig, and to eat at the table with the few privilege. God says the delay is over, and NOW is your season.
According to theologians, the barley harvest was the first of four harvests. The ripening of the barley dictated the celebration of Passover. Barley was waved as an offering” the waving motion “up and down” signified resurrection. (Luke 24:1, John 20:17) In Gen. 41:35 and 49 we read that Joseph gathered grain in preparation for the coming famine. Many theologians believed the grain was barley. The Lord says, “Do not be afraid of this new administration, God is saying I have prepared you barley to sustain you. So don’t be shaken. When the non-believers will experience lack during these four years the saints of God will be living off of the surplus from Heaven. He has seen your faithfulness in the assignment He has given you. Even when people were not present, receptive, or when only one or two showed up. Yet, you remained faithful. You thought God had forgotten you, that He was blind to your sacrifices. But God says you are about to walk in favor. God says, Restore. “Recompense your work, and a full reward be given to you by the Lord God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to trust.” (Ruth 2:12) God sees every sacrifice, every tear shed, every loss, every hurt felt, every misunderstanding, every delay, and everything the enemy stole from you. Every betrayal, every word spoken against you to harm you, to tarnish your name and ministry – God saw it all. He is turning it around and restoring it all. God says, “I am paying you back for your steadfastness. You are being intentionally blessed. There are no accidents, only divine appointments. It is your season, no matter what is going on in the world. And remember nothing is lost with God.” Be Expecting!
Evangelist Carleen Brown Pope
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Lord Fix It For Me!
Today many have awakened with a spirit of sadness. Sadness, because you are facing unsurmountable issues and problems. To be honest if you could, you would just lie in bed today with the covers over your head. You have found yourself in a situation that only God can heal or fix. Well although it is 6:57 am on the first Tuesday morning in 2025. God says your midnight has arrived "Now". Acts 16: 25-26
So, if this is you. God says to immediately begin to worship and praise him at this moment. As you praise him; difficulties are stalled; and have bowed down to the word of God. Liars have closed their mouths; ceasing to exist. Every chain, every imprisonment in your life that have you bound causing you to not move forward. Causing you to not prosper spiritually, financially and to be at peace; is breaking as you praise God. Praise God not only with your mouth but allow your praise to come from deep within your spirit where the brokenness lies. He's doing it now! For many of you today and this moment is your appointed time! Malachi speaks of a Blessing, not Blessings. The reason is you just need one Blessing. That one Blessing is such a bountiful harvest that will meet all your needs, relationships healed, your spirit is healed, mind at peace, children saved, bills paid, and court cases are won.
Walk in this moment and day realizing your Midnight is here. He's fixing it for you. The doors are now open! Walk through. Have a Bless Tuesday!
Evangelist Carleen Brown Pope