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Author Bio

M. Stanley Butler, D.H.L., D.D. is a

prophetic voice of our time a voice that
cries to the Body of Christ to prepare
for the end time move of the Spirit and
return to God-given purpose and
destiny. Hailing from Cleveland, Ohio,
he received Christ at the young age of
12 and was graced with revelatory
knowledge of the word of God. Over
time, God assigned numerous pastors,
prophets, and teachers to impart into
his life and mature him for future
ministerial works.
As an ordained minister, he has worked
with national and international
ministries and faith-based nonprofit
organizations, serving as a teacher,
conference speaker, workshop
facilitator, and consultant. Whether he
is ministering within a small-group
setting or serving as a keynote
conference speaker, his message is
consistent a message that calls for
Christian maturity and genuine
relationship that demands believers to
be living epistles.

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Dr. Butler has written two books, Sometimes, Man's Rejection Is God's Protection
and The Bald Woman: Regaining The Lost Glory Through Worship. Challenging
traditional teachings, he compels the reader to pursue greater revelations
concerning God and His Word.
Through his consulting practice, he has aided Christian ministries and nonprofit
organizations through fund raising efforts as well as establishing financial policy,
board development, and implementation of best practices. Just as a vision
comes with provision, even Christian organizations must develop adequate
capacity to support the vision. Dr. Butler has been instrumental in developing
organizations based upon soundness, Biblical integrity, and systematic planning.
Says Dr. Butler regarding ministry, It's all about people. Whether you have a storefront or a mega-church, it all comes down to the lives that your ministry has
positively impacted. People associate greatness with numbers. But the unknown,
unlicensed minister's purpose is just as great as the renowned pastor, if that
purpose is to save that one man or woman who will draw a countless number of
souls. If each one reaches one, then the kingdom is advanced. I don't sell anyone
short.

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movement: a series of organized activities working toward an objective; also : an

organized effort to promote or attain an end.
I want to share something with you that will change your approach to Christian
living, your approach to fulfilling your purpose, and your realization of your
destiny. You are God's Protected!
Scripture shares that God demonstrates His own love for us in this; while we were
still sinners Christ died for us (Romans 5:8). So, God literally bought a fixer-upper
with the intention of restoring it (you) to great value. He then evicted the squatters
within your soul and spirit, took possession and made you a habitation for
greatness and purpose.

Think of it this way

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who
have been called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28).
Be encouraged by this. God has placed an insurance policy upon your life. That
policy (your salvation) ensures that regardless of your life experiences, each and
every one of them is progressing you toward fulfilling your God-given purpose. If
you've been rejected, abused, mishandled, or restricted don't fret about it. Those
are just the materials that God will use to build the greatness of His new home.
Own your experience, because it's against these very things that God's policy
extends protection.
Do you love God? Not just an emotional response to hearing what He's
done for you, but love God. I'm talking about a love that takes action.
Jesus said if you love me, keep my commands (John 14:15 NIV). Your
obedience testifies of your love for the Lord. When it comes down it,
it's not what you say, but what you do that qualifies your coverage
by God's policy.

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And have you been called (here's the catch) by His purpose? Before the worlds
were created, God had a purpose in mind. That purpose would extend across
eternity and into time. It impacts the heavens, the earth, angelic hosts, demonic
spirits, and YOU. He fashioned a plan around His purpose and declared the end
from the beginning.
Every man, woman, boy, and girl was birthed into time with a portion of God's plan
invested within them. No one and nothing has the power to circumvent God's plan
for your life. You are God's protected!
Tell that to your experience, your nay-sayers, and even your inner doubts.

I'm yours Lord

Everything I've got
Everything I am
Everything I'm not
I'm yours Lord
Try me now and see
See if I can be completely yours
God's Protected!
More than a declaration it's a movement!

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Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most Highwill rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.
Surely he will save you from the fowler's snare and from the deadly pestilence.
He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.
You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day,
nor the pestilence that stalks in the darkness,
nor the plague that destroys at midday.
A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you.
Now let's make this practical. If you have a hard time seeing yourself resting in
God's shadow, then imagine being in His breast pocket; close enough to His heart
to hear its beat and rhythm; close enough to hear every word He utters.
No demon in the deepest end of eternal darkness has power or boldness to
attempt to knock down the Creator of everything that has been created, the
source of all life, the architect of the divine plan. You're not just a Christian that's a
label. You're more valuable than that. You are God's Protected!
Can you see it now? You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by
day. No worries He's got you. Now rest in that thought.

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You will only observe with your eyes and see the punishment of the wicked.
If you say, The LORD is my refuge,and you make the Most High your dwelling,
no harm will overtake you,
no disaster will come near your tent.
For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways;
they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.
You will tread on the lion and the cobra; you will trample the great lion and the serpent.
Because he loves me, says the LORD, I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he
acknowledges my name.
He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and
honor him.
With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation.
The promises of God are yes and amen. He has promised you good health and
security, so allow Him to be who He is, in your life. He is Lord; Lord over your
circumstance, over your issues, over your destiny, and over all that concerns you.
We know that if He isn't Lord over everything, then He's not Lord at all.
God is my strengthbut you are my reinforcement.
Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three
strands is not quickly broken (Ecclesiastes 4:12).
It's when we join hand-in-hand with a unified purpose that we pose the greatest
threat to the enemy. You are God's Protected! So, your defensive position
within your spiritual war has already been established, fortified, and
documented. It's a dundada!
Neither Satan nor his imps can move you.
But you can't gain ground, if you never take on an offensive position.
It's time to advance upon the enemy's camp and take ground.

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That's the movement.

As I take your hand, and you take your brother's, we are forming an offensive that
shakes the foundation of hell.
As I've traveled both nationally and internationally speaking to church leaders,
congregations, and conference audiences, it's become increasingly obvious that
we are, indeed, in the last days and spiritual activity is ramping up. The following
are seven steps to take toward mobilizing an advance on the enemy's territory:

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Know your worth

It's time that you come to a realization of who you really are. You were bought
with a price. That's more than Christianese. That's a truth. God sacrificed His
greatest and best, His Word, to ensure that you will never lose your value.
Knowing your worth is knowing what your enemy has known from the
moment of your conception. You're a force to be reckoned with!
Know your purpose
God isn't dormant. He's actively working. And He isn't silent either. He's still
speaking. He isn't moved by headlines, social media, cultural changes, or
even wickedness. He has planned a work, and He's working His plan. A
portion of that plan has been invested within you; and you've been given
space and time to fulfill it.

3.

Know your destiny

Your destiny is the revealed plan of God concerning you. It is specific
to you, and comes into full fruition within God's timing and
according to His will. No one's opinion of you has the power to
change your destiny. No abuse, rejection, nay-sayer, or evil
opportunist has the authority to withhold or delay what God
has designed specifically for you.

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Know God's promises

For no matter how many promises God has made, they are "Yes" in Christ.
And so through him the "Amen" is spoken by us to the glory of God (2
Corinthians 1:20 NIV). God cannot lie, so learn the power of His promise and
put a demand on it to perform.
Know your brother/sister
Just as God has invested gifts, talents, and knowledge within you, He has
done so with your brothers and sisters as well. Each one of us has a piece of a
very large plan. If you want to increase the effectiveness of your work and
walk, connect with others who are actively working out their souls' salvation.
Share your personal victories as well as failures. In this there is strength.
Know your enemy
Your enemy still walks the earth like a lion seeking whom he will devour. Your
lion may be sickness and disease, interpersonal issues, rejection, or bad
attitudes. Your battle may come from without (spiritual) or from within
(carnal); whatever arsenal has been launched against you, recognize it for
what it is, bring it under subjection and cast it down!
Know the end game
Remember, God knows the thoughts He has toward you (His plan). Move
forward fearlessly and with Godly boldness, because His plan ensures an
expected end; an end for you and an end for our enemy. His end is already
determined. You need only advance upon it.
You aren't where you are by chance. You're part of a divine plan, and a
soldier in a divine army. Fight daily, and know this, you are God's
Protected!
That's more than a declarationIt's a movement!

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