Confessions of a Storm Free Florida-Prayer Directives
Praying against this storm. When we pray against this storm, it’s important that we not call it in. Do not speak to it as if we own this or deserve this. It’s not enough for it to turn away from you and your area. It must leave Florida! Jesus has paid for the Freedom of Florida.
I personally have a conviction not to call any storm by the name that the National Hurricane Center has given it. David never called the giant that he faced by his name. He called him an uncircumcised Philistine.
My desire is to see it completely dissipate or weaken so much, that it’s just a shower of rain. Our Lord’s MERCY will prevail.
1. Florida dwells in the secret place of the Most High and abides under the shadow of the Almighty. Lord, You are a refuge and fortress, to Florida. In Him do we trust. (Psalm 91)
2. Father, Your Son paid the price to free Florida from sin, judgement and death. We embrace Your finished work and decree Florida forgiven.
3. Florida, you favored by my Lord. Yahweh you hand rests upon this state.
4. All grace abounds towards my state, Florida, and we have all sufficiency in all things. And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:8
5. I proclaim a testimony of LIFE over Florida. Florida shall live and not die and declare the works of the Lord. (Psalm 118:17)
6. I decree Yahweh’s MERCY over our state. His mercy triumphs over judgement. (James 2:13) MERCY, MERCY, MERCY, MERCY, MERCY, MERCY, MERCY!
7. Florida lives in abundant Life promised to us by Jesus. His abundant life lives in Florida, and we embrace Life and not destruction.
8. Florida is an Overcomer. We overcome by the blood of the Lamb, the word of our testimony. We do not cling to our life but the life of Yahweh, even when faced with a storm.
9. Florida will fulfill all the destiny Abba has placed upon it.
10. Florida is in covenant with Yahweh. We are His people and our land is married to our Lord. (Isaiah 62:1-7)
As you pray these add your portion also. You are needed in this hour.
Join us tonight, 9/25, as the Storm Warriors meet to pray against this uncircumcised storm. 8:00 PM (est)
Week One of the First Coast Prayer Assignment was successful. Many from the First Coast, state and nation, entered into worship and prayer for the first region of our nation. There were a couple of people from different states stopped in St Augustine while passing through to make the decrees in the first watch. I’m so thankful for all who have entered in.
Recap of the First Coast Prayer Assignment.
While in a prayer meeting on September 9, 2022, in High Springs Florida, Holy Spirit took me in my vision to the First Coast of Florida. In the vision, I was positioned over the entire region from the Georgia line down to Flagler County. As I overlooked the First Coast, I could see that the atmosphere over the region was clear, inviting, and defining. It seemed to me the entire region was waiting for its destiny to be revealed. As I’m watching in this vision, I hear Holy Spirit say, “Tell the First Coast to take the First Watch to see revival and transformation come to the region.” It’s time! The hour of breakthrough and revival for the First Coast is here. It’s time for the revealing of the sons of God.
The First Watch, possesses the gates of time. The first watch is the entrance of time for the night watches. It’s crucial to possess the gates through worship and intercession. We own the night! The gates of a city can be physical entries to a city, but can also be government buildings, key leader’s offices, churches, businesses, the beach, etc. Next, go through the gates. Go to each gate within the entrance to your city and release prayer, worship, and intercession. Isaiah 62:10, Go through, go through the gates, clear the way for the people; Build up, build up the highway, remove the stones, lift up a standard over the peoples. Proclaim Psalm 24:7-10 TPT, So wake up, you living gateways! Lift up your heads, you doorways of eternity! Welcome the King of Glory, for he is about to come through you. 8 You ask, “Who is this King of Glory?” Yahweh, armed and ready for battle, Yahweh, invincible in every way! 9 So wake up, you living gateways, and rejoice! Fling wide, you eternal doors! Here he comes; the King of Glory is ready to come in. 10 You ask, “Who is this King of Glory?” He is Yahweh, armed and ready for battle, the Mighty One, the invincible commander of heaven’s hosts! Yes, He is the King of Glory!
A Watch of Thanksgiving
The First Watch is a time of entering His gates with Thanksgiving. The word of the Lord tells us we are to enter His gates with Thanksgiving and His courts with Praise. (Psalm 100:4) As you enter the First Watch, enter with a heart filled with Praise and Thanksgiving. Bring Him the sacrifice of praise. Hebrews 13:15, “Through Him then, let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that give thanks to His name.”
Prayer Strategy for Week Two
Healing the Land. 2 Chronicles 7:14, “and My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin and will heal their land.” There is a portion of this scripture that we have neglected to pray. That portion is—”and will heal their land.” Remind our Lord of this portion of His word. His promise to you says, that He will heal the land upon entering this covenant with Him. Yahweh has made you and I responsible for our land being healed.
Unity is a Key within the Kingdom. Psalm 133, “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity! 2 It is like the precious oil upon the head, coming down upon the beard, Even Aaron’s beard, Coming down upon the edge of his robes. 3 It is like the dew of Hermon Coming down upon the mountains of Zion; For there the Lord commanded the blessing—life forever.” Ask our Lord to teach us how to dwell with one another. The results will be unity which releases the blessing. Proclaim heart unity between the pastors of the region. Decree heart unity between our brothers and sisters in Christ. Make decrees of UNITY over the First Coast. Proclaim, “the First Coast prepares the way for UNITY in Florida and the nation.
Prayer and Worship Drives—Prayer Walks. As you drive or walk through the region; worship, make decrees, forgive the iniquities, wounds, and hurts. Command healing over the region. In 2003 Cheryl and I made a drive across Florida on U.S. 1. It was called the U.S. 1 Liberty Prayer Tour. During the tour we proclaimed “Liberty throughout the land.” (Leviticus 25:10)
Decree the word of Yahweh over the region. Psalm 119:130 NKJV, “The entrance of Your words gives light; It gives understanding to the simple.” Proclaim Isaiah 53:5; Malachi 4:2; Joel 2:28-32. Decree any scripture Holy Spirit gives you. Let His word enter into the First Coast.
Sometimes it’s the very small, but kind gestures sent from our Father that can change your day.
My first choice in food has always been Fish. My number two choice is Chinese and third is Steak. I probaby eat more steak than fish because Cheryl’s first choice is beef.
It’s been a long time since I had Chinese, so I go to #redginger near our home. Cheryl chose to stay home, because that’s way down on her list of food choices.
As I’m being escorted to my table, I walk past a man and wife. The man, Jack, said rather loudly, “Pastor Ken.” I said, “yes.” He said,”you look just like Pastor Ken.” I said, “I know him.” “Well you look just like him,” Jack replied. I then said, your not going to believe this, but I am Pastor Ken Malone. He said your kidding. No, that’s me, I said. “What church do you pastor? I said, Kingdom Gate Worship Center in Satellite Beach. Jack replied, my pastor is Ken Hitte at Discover Church. I gave them a blessing and he said, “we are family.”
As I sat down, I pondered, “What are the odds that I would be called out in a conversation about identity, by another brother and sister in Christ? They do not know me, but said, “You look just like Pastor Ken.” This brief moment was a simple acknowledgment by my Father, that I really needed today. Abba was saying to me, “you look like… We are family.”
I waited for my food, and had the spicy chicken, which is always good. As I was finishing, the waitress came to me and said, “this couple has paid for your meal.” Now, not only am I being acknowledged by Abba, but He has Jack and Amy buy my meal.
The Lord has blessed Cheryl and I, and I’m not in need of having my meal bought. Usually when we go to dinner with another person or couple, I usually buy. But not tonight. Tonight, Abba was saying, “you’re my son, this is your identity. Let Me pay for this one.”
As Jack and Amy got up to leave, I stood up to greet and thank them. I said, “Jack the waitress told on you. Thank you for buying my meal.” I was able to pray with Jack and his wife. Jack is still recovering from the china virus. He got out of the hospital one year ago this month and is on oxygen. He shared with me that he was in a coma for five months and died several times. The prayers of his wife and others kept bringing him back to life. Please pray for Jack.
My heart is enlarged and humbled tonight, that Father acknowledged me.
Leaders Serve! Leaders are called to be servants not tyrants’, dictators, or slave owners. I have seen my share of leaders who are rude, angry, and controlling toward the sheep. It is as if they feel that they are to rule over the sheep with a rod of iron. Look at what Jesus said about serving and being great. Matthew 21:25-28 TPT, “Jesus, knowing their thoughts, called them to his side and said, “Kings and those with great authority in this world rule oppressively over their subjects, like tyrants. But this is not your calling. You will lead by a completely different model. The greatest one among you will live as the one who is called to serve others, because the greatest honor and authority is reserved for the one with the heart of a servant. For even the Son of Man did not come expecting to be served but to serve and give his life in exchange for the salvation of many.” Look at that word. Being a tyrant, is NOT your calling. If you cannot serve without being a tyrant, rude, angry, and belittling the sheep; get out of the ministry. I just saw a quote from an unknown author, “Rudeness is the weak persons imitation of strength. There is no strength in rudeness, its only meant to intimidate.
Several years ago, while in a round table meeting, I spoke about working with leaders in colleges, universities, etc. At the break a pastor said to me privately, “If that lady, that you’re working with at the university attended my church, she would have to get my permission, to work with you.” I was shocked. When did it become a requirement, for members of any church to get the permission of their leader before they serve the Lord? I said to him, “That’s a slave owners’ mentality. Church members do not need your permission. It would be great if they received your blessings, but they never need your permission to do what our Lord has called them to.” (Note: What I’ve just said does not give anyone the license to trample on the leaders ministry. Build your own platform.) This pastor’s concept was that of a tyrant not of a servant. This type of leadership wants to control, manipulate and smother, in order that members just serve the leader’s vision.
Another thing I want to say to those who have felt the verbal oppression of a leader. I apologize to you for the abuse that has come from my fellow ministers. You do not have to take that. Do not submit to that oppression. Walk away from it. The oppressive leader does not deserve to lead any sheep.
Top Position
I see several leaders today, who salivate for the top position and never want to serve the body of Christ. Their plan is to build a platform for themselves. Young men come to me and say, I want to preach from your pulpit. I say, “okay, are you willing to serve?” Are you willing to help at the church? Are you willing to go and help others in the body here?” Eight out ten, just want to preach, without serving. They just want to use my platform for their agenda. This is different from what Jesus taught. Recognition, prestige, success, affirmation is all at the top of the list of those who refuse to serve.
The word of the Lord says, in Psalm 100:2 “SERVE the Lord with gladness.” Serving one another is a calling that Yahweh graciously gives to us. Galatians 6:2, Bear one another’s burdens, and thus fulfill the law of Christ.
Ministry Over Relationship?
Several years ago, a certain minister would come to me repeatedly and tell me about the great things he was doing in ministry. The conversation began with him telling of his works. He did not bother to build relationship with me, he just wanted to tell me how great he was. Each time it was the same story. Ministry-Ministry-Ministry consumed the conversation. I finally told him, “I want to get to know you, not your ministry. Leaders, there is a time that you need to take the leader hat off, disengage and be yourself. Relationship allows us to do just that. To those in the body of Christ, allow your leaders to be themselves. Allow them to be a friend! Work on getting close to your Ekklesia leader. Take them out to lunch, serve them. Say to them, “How can I help you?”
Most ministers today will not even attempt to build relationship with their parishioners. They’re submitted to the religious tradition that says, “You can’t get close to the people. Our Lord Jesus did just the opposite of that tradition. He spent time with his disciples, leaving us an example of relationship with those He served. In the book of Acts, we see this; “And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” Acts 2:42 “Day by day continuing with one mind in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, they were taking their meals together with gladness and sincerity of heart, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord was adding to their number day by day those who were being saved.” Acts 2:46-47
You never stop serving others.
Christmas is a big production at our home, as we celebrate Christ and our family. This is mainly for our grandkids. We love seeing them blessed. One Christmas, it was remarkably busy, and my mom was visiting us. On the way to do an errand, I drove by two women who were trying to change the tire on their car. As I was getting closer, Holy Spirit said, “Stop and help them.” “I don’t have time for this Lord,” and I kept driving. He repeated, “Go back and help them.” No, was my replay. He never rebuked me but continued to confidently urge me, “Go back and help them.” Finally, I turned around and made it back to their car. The shoulder of the road sloped and every time they tried to jack the car up, it would fall back to the ground. I managed to get the flat tire off and looked in the trunk at the spare. It was in as bad of shape as the one I just took off, but it did have air in it. I put the spare on, let the car down.
As I put the flat tire into the trunk, Holy Spirit said, “give her that 50-dollar bill you have in your wallet. I only had one $50 and Holy Spirit knew it. You cannot hide your money from Yahweh. (More on the subject of money later.) I said, Lord, “I have changed her tire and now you want me to give her my money.” “YES.” I reached in my wallet took out the 50 and handed to the young lady. She was shaking her head NO, as her mom was nodding, YES. The young lady began to weep. I said, “this is your Christmas gift from Jesus.” She took the money and wrapped her arms around me and hugged me like I was her daddy. I began to cry with her and understood that day, my role as a minister. That role is to serve.
My answer to those who insist on being rude and angry toward the sheep. Stop or get out of the ministry. You have been called to serve those you are abusing. Repent of this sin. Ask those you abused to forgive you. Be humble and equip them through your ministry.
To those who want to preach but never serve. You are being prideful. Repent of that pride and begin serving the body of Christ with gladness.
Let’s pray:
Father, give all the leaders grace to walk in humility. Teach each one of us the ministry of serving. Say this, “Father, I agree with Your word on serving. Today I set myself to serve as Jesus did and be a blessing to others. We pray this in Yeshua’s name.
Eight things that activate Holy Spirit in your life.
FAITH—Shed the victim mentality and believe God for a miracle. Speaking God’s word over you and your family will unlock the resources of heaven. Heb. 11:1 & 6 (Read it.) Rom. 10:17 & 8 (Reading required) Get active in God’s word.
Prayer—Talk to God like your talking to a friend. The Lord loves to communicate with you. This creates an avenue of intimacy with the Lord. Don’t be religious-you don’t have to say everything right. Just talk to him. Matt. 6:9-14
Worship—When worship becomes a focus in your life it creates an atmosphere of His presence. Open your mouth and begin to sing. Sing unto the Lord a new song. Psalm 22:3
Intercede—Taking up the cause of Christ in the earth puts you in a position of partnering with him. Partner with him through intercession. 1 Tim. 1:1-3
Pray in Tongues—When you pray in tongues you edify your spirit and build up your faith. If you don’t pray in tongues, ask Jesus to fill you with the Holy Spirit and speaking in tongues. Acts 2:1-4; I Cor. 14:4; Jude 20 (Read it)
Forgive—Forgiveness is not an emotion but an act of your will that can change your emotions. If someone has wounded you begin to say, “I forgive (put in their name) in Jesus name. Keep doing this every time satan brings up the offense. John 20-23; Mark 11:25 (Read it)
Prophesy—Prophesy the word of the Lord over your life. Prophesy His written word but also a word spoken to you. Keep doing this until it comes to pass. Isaiah 55:10-11
Walk in Righteousness—Realize that Jesus bore your sin that you might be made righteous through Him. Begin to declare that you are righteous because of Him. 2 Cor 5:21
These are a few but not all of the things that will activate the hand of God in your life.
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