(The following was released on June 21, 2024.)

Introduction from Dutch Sheets: My brother, Tim, sent the following article. As always, it is very encouraging, edifying, and challenging. Allow your heart and spirit to receive this word as I share it with you today.

King Jesus Takes Center Stage

Tim Sheets says: John the Baptist was called the forerunner of Christ. In other words, his assignment was to prepare the way for Christ to be revealed. I believe the apostolic and the prophetic movements of the last few years have also carried forerunner type of anointings, preparing the way for Christ to be revealed in greater measure than before. I believe it is now time for this revealing to occur.

John said the following to those who were asking about Jesus; I believe it is prophetic for us now:

“I have said it many times, and you have heard me—I am not the Anointed One; I am the one who comes before Him. If you are confused, consider this: the groom is the one with the bride. The best man takes his place close by and listens for him. When he hears the voice of the groom, he is swept up in the joy of the moment. So hear me. My joy could not be more complete. He, the Groom, must take center stage; and I, the best man, must step to His side.” (John 3:28–30 The Voice)

What a picture of this moment. Jesus must take center stage, and we—the groomsmen, the bridesmaids, the Bride, the attendants—must step to His side. We’re moving into times when Holy Spirit says that Jesus the King will take center stage. He must, in order to see the shakings have their intended effects. He must, in order to see the necessary correction and change.

We are entering days when Christ will take center stage to shake and expose evil, strengthen His Ekklesia, and bring about great change.

Standing with Him

The true Church, Christ’s Bride, must now step to His side in new, visible, and vocal ways. As He takes center stage, we must stand with Him. We will not be spineless or weak, and we will not be intimidated, subjecting ourselves to godless dynasties. We will not bow to authoritarian leaders in America or any other government. We will not be bland Christians presenting bland services, or preaching bland messages. We will step to Christ’s side and stand with Him in great boldness. (Photo via Creative Commons)

A glorious remnant that desires change is rising. They’re hungry for outpourings, signs, wonders, miracles, revival, and freedom. They know this is their inheritance as the sons and daughters of God.

In these next eight months, we will see the King of kings begin to take center stage. The starring role in this supernatural time will not be politicians clinging to power in nations they’ve gripped with iron fists. No, the starring role has been reserved for another: He who declared, “…’All power is given to Me in Heaven and in Earth'” (Matthew 28:18). The starring role has been reserved for the resurrected King of glory.

In earth’s great drama, He emerged as the Creator. After the Fall, His Cross provided freedom from sin, and His resurrection broke the power of death. In the coming scene of this drama, He will step to center stage with His glorious Church at His side.

Word of the Lord

Hear the word of the Lord: “Those who stand with Me will see that I stand with them. Those who come to My side will see the days of shaking become days of personal and corporate triumph. For I will release winds of My Spirit that [will] bring power to conquer. My people will defeat their enemies and enjoy the spoils of victory. They will proclaim, ‘Our enemies have resourced us. We have more because of war; it has turned for our good.’ They will say, ‘The enemy’s plans have collapsed around them and their plans have failed.’ They, My people, will say, ‘Their words, the words of our enemies, have returned upon them, vexing their souls. The enemies’ words have proclaimed their own sentencing. They’ve built their own gallows.’ They will say, ‘Our enemies have been poisoned by their own venom. Our enemies have been trapped in traps laid for us.’

“For you will rejoice,” says the Lord. “You will sing and you will dance with joy, proclaiming, ‘We have escaped as birds out of the snares of the fowler’ (see Psalm 124:7). I am exposing the snares of wokeism, progressivism, and humanism. Their spokesmen will begin to walk in miry clay while you go free. You will see changes of leadership in natural and spiritual realms, for a new breed of leaders will now be revealed in My Kingdom. These are people who have come to My side. They will now rise in power, for I will advocate for them and anoint them with My favor. They are those who come from My presence, carrying the weight of My glory. They would not compromise, refusing to be harnessed by the world. They would not bow to darkness, appease humanism’s ways, bend their knees to blended religion, or kiss the ring of Baal. They are those who defy the doctrines of demons.

“[Those] who stood unashamed of Me—I will stand unashamed for them. The Lord of hosts promises that great victories are at hand; I will oversee their completion. Great deliverance is in process. I will remove the demonic veil hiding My Kingdom’s enemies. I will make your enemies vulnerable to you, to the authority I gave you. They are vulnerable to your decree,” says the Lord.

“For you will now see the course of history, the course of nations, change. History makers are coming to My side, and I will use them to bring this change, leading in historic transitions. Know and trust that the shaking will cause historic change.

“Your decrees of My words release My plans to alter governments and end tyrannical oppression. Alterations are now being made. Transfers of power will be seen. For I have the right to bring down one and exalt another. I decide who rises and falls. I can put down one and lift up another. I am doing so now, shaking governments and lands that have defied Me. I will come to center stage and stand with My heirs, My Church, whom I love and for whom I gave Myself. (Photo via Pexels)

“There will now be seen throughout the earth a functioning Ekklesia—an Ekklesia functioning in the midst of the world’s dysfunction. Multiplied grace is now being poured out. Bound souls will be set free, captives will be delivered, and those blinded by iniquity will be liberated from dark bondage. The rains of Heaven will pour in torrential downpours, Kingdom revival will accelerate. Signs, wonders, and miracles will validate My Ekklesia—notable miracles leaping forth. All manner of sicknesses and diseases will be healed as the King takes center stage.”

Pray with Me

Lord, we declare our confidence in You, standing strong upon Your promises, engaging our faith for this moment. Enable us to be those who step to Your side now in visible, powerful ways. We believe You have orchestrated the ages, creating a time such as this when the world will see You take Your position as the King of kings. Take center stage in America and in the nations. Break strongholds, shake what needs to be shaken, and pour Your glory on Your Ekklesia.

Father, when Christ came there were no natural signs that the course of history was about to change. But You knew it was the right time, the fullness of time. In seasons leading up to past revivals, it has rarely looked like positive change was imminent. Yet, in the hidden realm of the spirit, conditions were right and the harvest was ripe. We believe this is true now. Harvest fields of the earth are ready for harvesting. Bring this. Step onto the stage and reap! Many are asking for this. Many laborers have been preparing; send them forth now.

Keep Your intercessors focused and strong. Do not allow them to be distracted by violence, wars, political campaigns, or difficult circumstances. May they keep their eyes on the prize: Earth’s greatest harvest ever.

We ask these things in Yeshua’s name, amen.

Our decree: We declare that King Jesus is taking center stage. We will step to His side as He leads us to breakthrough.

(Today’s post was contributed by my brother, Tim Sheets. You can learn more about Tim at TimSheets.org. To watch this full word, click here.)

Tim Sheets
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Email: carol@timsheets.org
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Dr. Tim Sheets is an apostle, pastor, and author based in southwestern Ohio. A graduate of Christ For the Nations Institute in Dallas, Texas, he returned to Ohio in 1979 to pastor The Oasis, a CityGate Church, in Middletown, Ohio. The site is one of the largest in the Cincinnati-Dayton area and is host to many ministries/conferences. His vision is to raise up people who will authentically demonstrate the Church on the earth and passionately evangelize the world. His heart is for awakening and reformation in America. He has written Armed and Battle Ready, Being Led by the Spirit, Heaven Made Real, Angel Armies: Releasing the Warriors of Heaven, and Planting the Heavens. Dr. Tim Sheets resides with his wife, Carol, in Lebanon, Ohio. They have two children and seven grandchildren.

Dutch Sheets
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Website: dutchsheets.org

Dutch Sheets is an internationally recognized author, gifted teacher, and conference speaker. He travels extensively, challenging believers for passionate prayer and societal reformation. Seeing America experience a sweeping revival and return to its Godly heritage is Dutch’s greatest passion. Dutch has written over 23 books, many of which have been translated into over 30 languages. His international bestseller, Intercessory Prayer, has sold over 1 million copies worldwide. Dutch has pastored, taught in several colleges and seminaries, and served on the board of directors of numerous organizations. He is fondly known to many as Papa Dutch. Treasuring time spent with their family and grandchildren. Dutch and Ceci, his wife of 40 plus years, enjoy quiet walks in the woods, reading, and playing a little golf. They make their home in beautiful South Carolina.