The Supernatural Significance of the Number Seven in My Life

Divine Significance of the Number Seven

I want to share with you the amazing role the number seven has played in my life and how I believe it points to the supernatural hand of God.

As Christians, we know that numbers can hold deep spiritual significance in Scripture. The number seven, in particular, is mentioned hundreds of times and is often associated with completion, perfection, and God's divine purposes. 

I first became aware of the special meaning of seven when I was just 12 years old. On July 7, 1977 (7/7/77), my dad and I were on a road trip. He turned to me and said, "Conrad, I want you to always remember this date and this moment." From then on, he would regularly ask me, "Where were we on the 7th day of the 7th month in '77?" I never forgot.

Over the years, I started to notice sevens popping up in uncanny ways - in phone numbers, addresses, and more. My dad and I began to see it as "our number," a special bond between us and a reminder of God's presence in our lives.

But the real kicker came when my wife Susan and I were praying about a big move. We asked God for clear direction. Then one day, two incredible things happened: Our breakfast total came to exactly $7.77, and we were quoted prorated rent of $777 for our new place. What are the odds? 

Even more remarkable, Susan's father had started a church years ago at an address with 777 in it! We were blown away by this cluster of sevens and took it as supernatural confirmation of God's leading.

Now, we have to be careful not to get caught up in trying to "decode" God's will through signs and numbers alone. We need the Holy Spirit's anointing and wise counsel to rightly discern his voice. But I truly believe God can and does speak to us through divine coincidences like this.

The number seven will always make me smile and think of my dad. More importantly, it points me to my Heavenly Father. Just as he told us to "remember the Sabbath," I believe he delights when we remember and acknowledge his hand in our lives, even in the little things.

I'd love to hear from you. Has God ever spoken to you through repeating numbers, names, or other signals? Comment below with your story!

Jennifer Warhawk Testimony - From Pagan to Christian

From Priestess to Christ Follower

Introduction:

I recently had the privilege of interviewing Jennifer Warhawk, a woman with an incredible story of faith. Jennifer's journey took her from being raised in a Christian home, to exploring paganism and atheism, before finally returning to Christ with a newfound passion and conviction. Her unique perspective, especially on topics like the pagan roots of many Christian holidays, is eye-opening and thought-provoking. I'm excited to share Jennifer's powerful testimony with you today.

Jennifer's Early Years:

Though raised in a Christian family, Jennifer says the faith was more about going to church than truly living for Christ at home. This laid the foundation for her to easily fall away from Christianity in her rebellious teenage years. Jennifer's dad's third wife actually gave her a book on witchcraft that started her down the path of exploring paganism. 

Diving into Paganism:

As a young adult, Jennifer got involved with a group of practicing pagans. She was searching for spirituality and a connection with a god, which she didn't find in the Christian faith she grew up with. Paganism was attractive and made her feel connected to the earth. Jennifer even decided to become a priestess and studied paganism extensively, including the pagan holidays that the church later adopted. However, God prevented her from completing the process of becoming a priestess.

A Period of Atheism:

After moving and going to college, Jennifer lost her pagan faith and became an atheist. What she thought was a supernatural vision was explained away as a brain phenomenon, shaking her belief. Being educated by atheist professors further solidified her atheistic worldview for a time, though she wasn't dogmatic about it. 

Returning to Christ:

What finally brought Jennifer back to faith was, ironically, getting involved in conservative politics. As she researched issues, she realized she was a conservative, which didn't jive well with paganism or atheism. Around the 2012 election, Jennifer decided to sincerely pray and ask God to reveal Himself to her if He was real. God answered that authentic prayer, and Jennifer returned to Christianity, though it meant major changes like giving up the pagan-rooted holidays she had always celebrated.

Conclusion:

Jennifer's story shows the power of God to bring someone back to Himself, even from paganism and atheism, when they sincerely seek Him. Her discovery of the pagan roots of holidays like Christmas and Easter, while not always popular, reflects a commitment to worship God in spirit and in truth. Jennifer's testimony is an encouragement to never stop praying for loved ones to come to faith, no matter how far they seem. I know her story has impacted me, and I pray it blesses you as well.

Falling on the Rock and Experiencing God's Presence

Experiencing God's Presence Fully

I've got some exciting things to share with you today that I believe will really bless you and stir your faith. 

Recently, as Susan and I were praying in the car, I had a vision of a wooden cart filled with manure. At first I didn't understand the meaning, but then the interpretation came rushing in. It reminded me of Jesus' parable in Luke 13 about the unfruitful fig tree that the owner wanted to cut down, but the gardener asked to fertilize it for one more year to see if it would bear fruit.

I believe this speaks to where many of us are at right now. We may feel like we've been dealt a bad hand in life or that things aren't going the way we hoped. But we have to remember - God owns the whole deck! He has a better plan for us if we're willing to let go of what we're clinging to so tightly. 

The religious leaders in Jesus' day rejected him as the Messiah because they didn't want to lose their position and power. But Jesus said the kingdom would be taken from them and given to those who bear its fruits. We can't let anything come before our devotion to Christ, even if it means a radical change.

The key is falling upon the Rock of Jesus and trusting fully in Him. Those who do will be broken in a good way - broken free from the things holding us back. But those who reject Christ will be scattered like dust. Let's be the ones who surrender all to Him.

I'm so hungry for more of God's presence in my life. Psalm 16:11 says in His presence is fullness of joy and pleasures forevermore. When we spend time worshipping Him, our problems fade and we're filled with the assurance that He's working all things out for our good. I've experienced His tangible presence in amazing ways over the years and it's ruined me for anything less!

The priests couldn't even minister because the glory cloud of God's presence so filled the temple (2 Chron. 5). When Paul and Silas worshipped in prison, there was an earthquake and everyone's chains fell off (Acts 16). God's presence changes everything! And He promises to inhabit the praises of His people.

I believe a mighty wave of God's Spirit is coming. People all around us are thirsty for Jesus and don't even know it. We need to position ourselves to usher in His presence and see a great harvest come in. Let's fertilize the ground with our prayers and worship and believe for a massive move of God in our day!

My heart is to see the body of Christ walking in the fullness of what Jesus purchased for us. His presence is the greatest treasure and the only thing that will satisfy.