See also Parts 1, 3 and 4

Now Cross the Jordan — Part 2 — Ezekiel 37

First written in 2015 – now updated at The LORD’s prompting as part of a short series.

I was back with Ezekiel, in Ezekiel 37 — the valley of dry bones. I envisioned the whole chapter — the prophetic call to the bones to become men again, the rattle of bones coming together, the sight of muscles, sinews, organs, and skin forming, all followed by this great army standing to its feet.

That was it for a few moments. This vast Army was just stood there, motionless, blank expressions on their faces.

Basically whole, but lifeless. The LORD interrupted by saying, “Does this not remind you of much of My Church?

A mighty but toothless, weaponless, directionless Army — no leadership, no plan, nothing but an empty shell!”

I wanted to weep at the pitiful state of His Bride, but The LORD had more to say. “Do you think they can be revived?” He asked.

I repeated Ezekiel’s words, “LORD, only you know?”

Then The LORD said to me, “YOU blow on them! YOU prophesy to the breath!”

was a bit taken aback. “Me, Lord?”

“Yes, YOU!”

So I blew, and I called for the breath of God, the Ruach of The Holy Spirit, to enter once again into this Army that is the Church.

I felt to wind blow past my face. It was quite strong and tugged at my clothes. It got stronger and louder, rather like a breezy day on a hilltop or cliff top.

The Army started to stir, they started to make a noise. The noise became a mighty shout, almost a roar.

Then I noticed something else, something not as per Ezekiel’s account.

Only a relatively small part of the Army was revived!

Row upon row remained in a comatose state, unmoving, silent, expressionless!

“LORD”, I shouted over the din, “LORD, look! Only part of the army has responded, some need more breath!”

And with that, I started blowing again, prophesying again, trying to revive the whole Army.

The LORD spoke quietly to me, “Only some will ever answer the call. Only some will ever return to their first call, their first love.

Some have wandered too far to come back now. This that is alive is the Remnant that I have spoken about for so long.

The rest have chosen the wider path, the easier road, the wrong way!”

Then He added, “As with Gideon’s army, it is sufficient! Call them together and watch how I will use even these few mighty Warriors.”

Then I watched as this Remnant Army was armed by The LORD. Some weapons I knew and recognised, but others were new to me.

I felt The LORD smiling as His end-time army came into battle formation — suddenly surrounded by the heavenly host, the fiery horsemen and chariots of Israel.

I felt as if I knew how Elisha’s servant felt at Dothan [2 Kings 6:8–23] — awestruck!

The vision closed with The LORD saying, “Encourage My army. Breathe life into them. Speak to the bones once again, and watch Me revive My Church in every nation.

Tell them once again — The LORD is coming! The LORD is coming! He is bringing Resurrection Life and the Hope of Eternity with Him.

Do not be afraid! Be of great courage! The LORD is coming — revival is at hand!

You’ve crossed the Jordan, now move forward and take the land!”

Hallelujah — Glory to God \o/

See also Parts 1, 3 and 4

~ Chris G. Bennett

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Chris Bennett came to salvation in 1962 but didn’t begin ministry until 2007 — a late-comer! Now mandated by The LORD to prophesy and open old wells of revival in the U.K., but especially in Wales. He has also operated Healing Rooms, and worked with deliverance teams, all with his wife, Linda. Happily now doing whatever The LORD asks of them! Founder, with wife Linda, of their ministry The Upper Room Encounter.

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