Welcome to the VisionCast for the Prophetic:

POSITIONED FOR WAR

-Tips to Defeat Your Enemy-

Hosted by James W. Goll • May 2005
www.JamesGoll.com • 1-877-200-1604

THE BOOK OF WARS -- Numbers 21:1

1. Write out the verse.
   
2. There are several different books mentioned in the bible: the book of remembrance, the book of tears, the book of martyrs, and the book of wars.
   
3. This book of wars is a book not yet finished. Therefore we have the opportunity to help write chapters within it, as we wage war ushering in the Kingdom of Light.
   
4. Battles always precede the advancement of new beginnings and new levels.
   
5. The church in metamorphosis is like a beautiful butterfly coming from the chrysalis – emerging from the hiding place of darkness, coming forth into the brilliant beauty of His great presence.

Other Key Verses:

• Isaiah 43:2
  “When they pass through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee, when thou walkest through the fire thou shall not be burned neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.”
  
• Psalm 138:7-8
  “Though they walk in the midst of trouble they wilt
  revive me.”

Who is the Real Enemy?

• Ephesians 6:12
  King James Translation
  “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against rulers, against powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.”
  
• Amplified Version
  “For we are not wrestling with flesh and blood contending only with physical opponents, but against the despotism -- (an absolute ruler, absolute in power, a tyrant), against the master spirits who are the world rulers of this present darkness, against the spirit forces of wickedness in the heavenly supernatural sphere.”
  
• JB Phillips Translation
  “For our fight is not against ant physical enemy: it is against organizations and powers that are spiritual. We are up against the unseen power that controls this dark world, and spiritual agents from the very headquarters of evil.”

Summary of Key Points to Remember:

1. You are born in battle and born for battle.
   
2. Your battle is not against your spouse, children or your boss but against spiritual forces.
   
3. True spiritual warfare is centered on the placement of
   the Son.

WHY DOES SATAN OPPOSE YOU?

The devil opposes you because you are the pleasure of God. (Rev. 4:11)

What are Satan’s Favorite Weapons?

1. Delay: Weaken your desire to keep you reaching to God. It’s like coming under the fog of fatigue and losing your way.
2. Deceit: Satan is the master of deception and seduction, sowing principles of the spirit but making them into legalism.
3. Distraction: Broken focus (Proverbs 4:27) our times of greatest intimacy can be our highest times of spiritual warfare.
4. Disappointment: from others, self, church, God, etc. The enemy attempts to magnify the weakness of others to offend and embitter. Those closest to you have the potential to wound you the most.

When Does the Enemy Seem to Hit the Hardest?

Six Specific Times of Spiritual Attacks

1. Physical exhaustion.
   
2. Major changes especially in geographic relocation. Crisis occurs on the eve of change.
   
3. The birth of a child destined for prophetic greatness. (Matt 2:13)
   
4. A murderous scheme to attack a prophetic generation:
   
   • Moses with Pharaoh
   • Jesus with Herod
   • This generation with abortion
     
5. When a specific miracle has just left the hand of God toward you.
   
6. When you take a stand. The degree of intensity in spiritual warfare is often proportional to the plan that you possess.
   
7. When you are next in line for promotion.
   
8. Cyclic seasons -- Satan came to Jesus seeking to entice and enslave him, but left for a more opportune time.
   

From the Desk of James W. Goll

I am now working diligently on the book God Encounters co-authored with Michal Ann. This will be a follow up to The Seer and compliment some of our Study Guides. My 15th Study Guide called The Nature of God will be out soon as well. So keep these projects in your prayers!

Come join us at our annual Woman on the Frontlines Conference – Aug 4th – 6th, 2005 in Florence, AL. Sign up early on our web site or by calling 1-877-200-1604. Each registrant will receive a free autographed copy of the book Wasted on Jesus by James W. Goll. Heather Clark will be our Worship Leader for this event. Stacy Campbell, Patricia King, Beth Alves, Shelvi Gilmore, Tammy Alsup and others will join Michal Ann and myself in special times of ministry. Secure your place and sign up soon!

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In Jesus!

James W. Goll

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Ministry Schedule – February - March 2005

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May 12 @ 7pm
Encounters Training Worship & Prayer
James W. and Michal Ann Goll
Encounters Ministry Center
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May 19-21
Fanning the Flame Conference
James W. Goll, Tammy Alsup
Advocate Ministries
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May 22 @ 9:30am
Cahaba Christian Fellowship
James W. Goll
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Birmingham, AL 35210
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May 26 @ 7pm
Prophetic Encounters
Chris Poole and EN Team
Encounters Ministry Center
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Franklin, TN 37064
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May 30-June 10
Encounters Network Mission Trip
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Rolland and Heidi Baker
Iris Ministries, Inc.
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Mozambique
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June 2 @ 7pm
Encounters Training
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Franklin, TN 37064
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June 9-11
Coming Days Conference
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Spokane, WA 99201
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