“Shift Gears” by Sis. Perri
Hey People of God!
Happy 2008! Make the most of it as you launch forward. I would like to pose a question… Have we shifted gears yet out of 2007?
Let’s see by asking ourselves these questions and pondering our answers…
Q. Are you in neutral gear instead of drive?
Q. Are you in park as you are pressing down on the accelerator making noise, but not going anywhere?
Q. Are you trying to drive forward with the gear in reverse?
Q. What does “be still” mean to you? Should you shift to park? Or ???
Just a couple of questions to get us cranked up to roll in 2008 with the Holy Ghost!!!
So what gear are you in? Hit me back.
Til we blog again, lol
Peace out & God bless,
-Sis. P.
~ by sisterperriblog on January 8, 2008.
Posted in Sisterperri Messages
Powerful
Im thinking on this!!!!
I’m in drive Sister P! The gear is in drive and the brake is not on- I’m going forth! There was a line in your 1/2/08 email that really touched me- “God will speak, and our job is to believe, call it forth, and pray it through until we see it manifest.” God has said to go forth, so I’m pressing forth in faith, and persevering until the manifestations of His promises are evident. These questions are great- yeah God! God bless you and keep on blogging!
That’s a good question because I feel like Ezekiel in chapt 37 in the land of dry bones. I pray a lot, but I still feel like I am stuck in neutral, I want to go forward, and I feel sometimes like everytime I take a step forward I get pushed right back to the same spot.
I just said on the drive home, “it would sure be nice to hear a word from sis. perri, getting a little burned out already in the new year.” God is amazing!
I have truly crossed over into 2008…but I do now understand that I must contend for this new place and remain focus on seeking and hearing God for forward instructions…. These questions, will help keep me focused on pressing ahead in and for Him as I wait upon Him. Thanks!
I am at a standstill but the words spoken by the holy spirit somwhat given be a quick start.
I have been trying to make some changes in my life. These questions are making me think about the route that I need to take. Thank you!
im going forward not thinking — actually trying to forget those things that are behind and reach fourth to the things before me — im learning this year to trust God not man not my circumstances i looked in the dictionary to really get an understanding of the word trust and ii am challenged– to trust God is to risk everything– Now faith … hope for … trust for.. yeah im dancing in the storm and singing in the rain peace and grace love yall!
Driving a 5 speed on a hill! LOL
Happy 2008 Sis. P. I feel that 2008 is going to be great and God has great things in store for all of his people as long as we are willing to let him work in our lives. I’m looking forward to phase 2 with you so does phase 2 mean no more Tuesday night bible studies and if not where are you going to be preaching the good word???
YOUR SISTER IN CHRIST
LISA
My mind is in drive and I am believing God by faith that this year
is a year of New Beginnings. A year of no traffic jams, road blocks or dead ends. So I ask myself, If I am in drive…why is it that in the natural, I am really in neutral?
I shifted from park to go forward, but somehow last year’s road
blocks have clouded my judgement. I press down, but I don’t seem to be going anywhere. I become discouraged, because I know my destiny, but the road seems so long to travel. Can anyone relate?
So I sit still and wait on the Lord for direction.
I feel like I have my foot on the brakes, seeking which road to turn on and travel on.
I am in drive pressing the accelerator and I’m going, going, gone. I thank God for this new beginning and I will not look back a will look forward with expectancy knowing that God’s word will not come back void. Glory to God!!!!1
Sis P
I’m driving out of 2007 into 2008. What a move
I am seriously thinking about this because I have no idea. I feel like I ‘m moving forward just not in my own power! Does that mean I’m in neutral? Or maybe I’m no longer the one driving…
Prophetess Perri. I am having some “transmission work done”. I am 35 years old and finally at a point where I am strong enough to deal with hurts from my past. Every time I think I am ready to go forward I think of all the reasons not to go forward.
But I trust God. I know his word will lead me so I trust the road map (smile).
I am ready to put it in drive. Yeah! I am ready to put it in drive. I am not worried about the ‘road” I am worried about shifting gears.
Reminds me of a old song my grandmother use to sing “keep me on this highway Lord. I don’t want to stumble, I don’t want to fall, keep me on this highway Lord.”
I am ready, Prophetess so ready.
Peace and Blessings
Sometimes I think it’s OK for us to be still… sometimes we need to take out our maps and make sure that we’re going in the right direction, you know?
I have the hardest time with “be still”. Sometimes I want to drive, and that is not always healthy. Sometimes neutral could be, I don’t know. I guess it’s all about finding a balance
Hey Sis. Perri….this is one that you can really meditate on. Lately everytime I see my car in the spirit my front tires are missing:)….I am ready to shift gears…being stuck in the old is no fun….This definitely calls for a selah:) 4 real….Thanx
Blessed 2008 to you, sister!
I’m poised for growth and deeply engaged with God! It’s gonna be a trailblazing 2008!!
I am in drive mode.
Yes, powerful questions…I’m still thinking on them as well.
Sister Perri, this is powerful. I’m thinking about how we all screamed and said YES 2008 is here. But then, did we just press down on the accelerator, (cause we knew God said He was taking us somewhere this year) without switching GEARS… and then, how do you continue moving forward, and “be still” all at the same time… is this when we take our hands off of the steering wheel, and put that thang on AUTO PILOT…… and say GOD’s Got It. uhm…. Much to Ponder, Much to do Blessings!
awesome i can not wait to see which way god takes me this year..
I feel like I’m definitely in 2008. I know that we went through an opened door. But I’m still right now because God is saying so much. I want to speed into 2nd gear but I guess it’s not time…
Hi Sister Perri,
In response to your “Shifting Gearz”, I am definitely in DRIVE in 2nd gear. The Holyghost is my NAVIGATOR letting me know when to turn left or right. I have the enemy in sight, in my sideview mirror, and he’s trying to distract me and cause me to have an accident by throwing debris (squirrelism) in my pathway. But I have kicked it into 3rd gear and out maneuvered the enemy. Today I am cruising in the HOV lane approaching exit #8(New Beginnings).
Rolling on 24’s with the wind beneath my Wings,
Jesus’ Girl
I’ve shift gears ” Before 2007 went out the Lord spoke to me say everything that i was use to would be no more and He was going to shake my very foundation.And He’s shakeing it
Makes one think! To add to the list, some will not get off the “hamster wheel” and expect change as well..
BWDB http://thecwexperience.wordpress.com
Praise the Lord Woman of God! Happy New Year.
When I saw the word “shift,” my spirit leaped as this is what God is saying to the Body of Christ. Here’s my responses to your questions.
Are you in neutral gear instead of drive? I am sitting in neutral waiting for God Almighty to shift the me into drive.
Are you in park as you are pressing down on the accelerator making noise, but not going anywhere? I used to be a bunch of noise marching in place, but now in 2008 it is a new begining and I am waiting on God’s leading because the bible declares, “The steps of a righteous man are ordered by the Lord and he delights in His way.”
Are you trying to drive forward with the gear in reverse. The bible declare that a man that puts his hands to the plow and look back is not fit for the Kingdom of God. Again, I say I am waiting on God to shift the gears.
What does “be still” mean to you? What be still means to me is to be unmovable, unshakable despite of what I see in front of me. Even though I look like a grasshopper in land, and “haters” are giving their two cents, I am going to be still and see the salvation of the Lord. Yes, I should and am shifted in Park! I am excited and ready to press on for the Kingdom of God. There are no books written, or testimonies regarding the mighty move of God in 2008!
Thank you Prophet of the Most High! Your ministry has been a blessing.
These are profound questions that every purpose filled person should truthfully consider. May you receive deeper insights sis. Shalom
I am stepping out on faith, and starting my own clothing line. It seems like I’m stuck in neutral, not really moving at the rate that I would like to (or think I should be), working on developing business plan (a daunting task), and contacting various regarding the production of the design, etc.
Thanks for your email that you sent, it really blessed me. I love your ministry it really blesses me. Keep doing Gods work woman of God.
No,No,NO! Layin’ aside every weight in 2008! I count myself not have apprehended, but this one thing I do. I will press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling in Christ Jesus. The lord has reminded me of every spiritual promise, dream and vision He has ever given me and asked me a question (2 days before 2008 came in). “Am I a man that I should lie? Or the son of man that I should repent?” I believe in God’s plans for my life. It’s all about Him and accomplishing His will in the earth. Go forth God’s people!
I believe it is time to shift gears, I feel we can do that by being more aggressive and seeking God more. Make more time for Him and make Him priority.
HI Sis. Perri,
This truly spark something in my spirit and causes me to
take a inner self examination for everything existing and not existing in my life right now! Thank you!
Sister Perri,
I am in Neutral so that I can be ready to move ….because it is much easier to move in neutral because in neutral all you need sometimes to move is to take your foot off the break and you will be able to move…the car can go either backwards or forward depending on the position.
So, I am ready to move in whatever direction that the Lord is telling me to because I have visions and dreams that God has given me …I just don’t know what to do or when to move.. so until I get a release for whatever direction God wants to move in I will stay in neutral.
The only problem I have is who has their foot on the break!
What thought provoking questions!!! It is definitely the season to “shift” into the NEW! Thank God and thank you Sis. Perri for this awesome word!
Well,SisterPerri,
I have decided that why not get in gear(Covenant) and get prepared to drive. I have strapped on my seat belt(Righteousness) and now turned on the ignition(The Holy Ghost)and shifting the gear(the Word) out of park(Stagnation)into drive(Faith)and have taken my foot(of Power) off the break(of Complacentcy) and have placed my foot(of Authority) on the accelerator(JESUS CHRIST) and am now on the move(toward Destiny and fulfillment of God’s Purpose).
In Park. Handbrake on. I am accelerating. But getting nowhere fast….
Hi Sister Perri,
I’m at a red stop light with my foot on the brake waiting for the light to turn green, which is any moment…I’m ready to go forward and receive every good thing God has for me in 2008.
Be Blessed!
Fear. A small word for a large emotion. I feel like I’m spinning my wheels getting nowhere fast. The past raises its ugly head just when I think it’s behind me. I ask God “What now?” “Where now?” I want power in my prayer life. I want the joy of my salvation back. 2008 – the year of new beginnings. But is it really? Where? How? and the biggest question – When? What is it that God needs me to do?
These are all good questions, but I believe I am parked, but pressing down on the eccelerator. I am trying to go forward, and I want to get there quick, but I am still in process. But I feel like something should be happening. A Dancing Preacher and ready to Dance, Dance, Dance. When and how soon?
Dear Sister Perri,
I’m a Mother of Zion, at sixty-six, my husband and i are in high gear; pressing toward the mark for the high calling of GOD in Christ Jesus. We are not looking back, old things are passed away,
we are excited about our new beginning. We believe that God, The Father, is going to make even the old, fresh and new again. We are expecing Him to do a new thing, (Isaiah 43:18-19), not only for our household, but for all our Sisters and Brothers, in The Body of Christ. May God Richly Bless You, your Family and your Ministery.
Dear Sis Perri,
Hallelujah, we made it to 2008!! I’m am ready for the NEW in God this year. Old things have finally passed away! The promises of the Lord are yea & amen!
Well personally, coming into the new year I started out a little shaky–my hands were on the wheel and I was excited, but still somewhat shaky. I needed a spiritual “ALIGNMENT!!” My faith needed to come up and align with the words the Lord has spoken over my life. Why? Because, His name is “faithful & true”, if He said it, it is so!! Now that this has been planted in my heart, I’m good! The devil thought he was going to bring the ‘old’ from 2007 to hinder me in my walk w/ God this year, NOT SO!!!! Praise the Lord, I got some high-octane fuel (the Holy Ghost) and now my foot is on the accelerator! I am cruising, but still remaining cautious & aware of the enemy’s desire to side-swipe me at any moment. But the devil is a liar, my God is a keeper!!! Whom the Son sets free is free indeed! I’m riding into the sunset w/ my shades on & Jesus in the passenger seat. Oh, by the way, do you hear “Let Freedom Reign” bumping!!! We are jammin’!!! LOL …Love ya, God bless!!!!!
Praise God and thank you!
I feel like Ive been stuck in neutral!! I want to be in drive and move forward.
Sis. Perri – I am in park pressing down on that accelerator making noise but not really going anywhere (not just yet). There is a sure destination, but I don’t have clear directions from my GPS yet, so we don’t move until He says “go” and tells me what direction to go in…I can’t wait to Accelerate in 2008!!!
My GOD, my GOD…..YES I am shifting gears like a mad woman. GOD is doing so many wonderful and new things it is unreal. Thank GOD for all the new beginnings big and small alike. Rolling with the HOLY GHOST, praising GOD in and through everything, while staying focused so as not to be distracted by the enemy. Never again to be in neutral but driving forward ready to let Freedom Ring!!!!!!
Love Ya Much, Celeste (Crunk Crew–Ride or Die with Sister P for life)
Greetings Sis. Perri, and Happy 2008 to you too! I am shifting gears in a way that I never expected. I have shifted into the gear of OBEDIENCE. I knew that I should have been teaching when I arrived to Atl. in 2003. I took the test, I did not pass, I tried again, and still did not pass. I allowed fear of failure to take hold of me and started “searching” for fulfillment in positions that have proven to be unfulfilling. 2007 was a year of endurance. 2008 is proving to be a year of trust. I am trusting God with family, personal relationships and finally, focusing on my relationship w/HIM and being obedient. I have shifted. I am in unknown and uncertain territory. I know I have shifted because, I do not know how I will be sustained in this “shift” (my finances have been depleted for some time). However, my “shift” is telling me not to worry, pray about everything and TRUST ME.. I have shifted to being a child and listening to my FATHER. I am no longer a driver (you see, I wreck everytime I drive), I am now a passenger, who is working her way into surrender to only what GOD says and has for me. I have shifted!
May God Bless you richly and keep you completely in His Grace-Nisha L. Cowan
2008 is the year of new beginnings, and my anthem is the song “No Limits- Enlarge My Territory” by Israel and New Breed. I am hungry & thirsty for God’s presence like never before. Through the word of God, I am proclaiming that the limits are coming off, and that God is enlarging my spiritual territories. I’m praying for the breakthrough anointing. The neutral gear, the brake, the tires screeching are over! The time for increase in the things of God is here! I’m decreeing and declaring it, in Jesus’ name!
Great responses.
FAITH Is the Vehicle that gets us to God without it we can’t please HIM . If we stay with our gear in the expectation of His
promises we will drive on the road of abundance….Keep your
hand on the wheel and ride to your destination
I am so amazed by this all. I never thought of my life being touched by others speaking so opening about there life. Whoever Sister Perri is she must have a special gift.
Q. Are you in neutral gear instead of drive?
Right now i’m in neutral. reviewing a few things.
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Q. Are you in park as you are pressing down on the accelerator making noise, but not going anywhere?
Yes!!! Talking loud, to myself- telling not to make the same mistakes in this new year.
And preparing my list of people to break from/which will leave me a loner.
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Q. Are you trying to drive forward with the gear in reverse?
Yes!!- because this time i want to make sure, it’s the Lord speaking to me, and not myself stepping out first.
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Q. What does “be still” mean to you? Should you shift to park? Or ???
By all means (for me) shift to park—
My first call was to the music ministry, so I’m going to talk song….And my favorite song is:
STAND STILL (UNTIL HIS WILL IS CLEAR)
What do I do When I don’t know to do?
What do I say when I don’t know what to say?
Where do I trun? What are the answers to the questions
that seems to have no answers?
I’ll just stand, until, Your will is clear to me.
I’ll just stand still, until You fill in the missing peices.
With the daily strength You promised to Provide
And encouraged that I know You’re by my side
I’ll stand still, I’ll stand still, I’ll just stand still
until You’re will is clear
Until You’re will is clear to me.
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Then after being “PARKED” still and listening to the Holy Spirit (GOD) and getting direction then kick it into gear”drive” on as you have been instruted.
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May The Lord contiue to use you Pastor Perri,as He can…..
I am in drive, but my husband is in reverse. Constantly looking back at the past. It seems like he is stuck. I continue to pray and pray, but it frustrates me. Therefore, I have decided to press forth to the high call. The Lord has placed me in ministry, yet my husband has become lukewarm to the tings of God. It hurts me, but I continue to press. Be still means to wait on the Lord and not move out in the flesh. Allowing God to do it. Pray for me, pray for him, pray for us. Sis. Perri, I have been to your meeting twice and each time I have been blessed AND DELIVERED!
DEAREST Sis Perri,
Now that i’ve had the opportunity to just share my testimony on how your ministry WOGCL has been such a tremendous blessing… I’m in 1st gear almost 2nd crusing steady… listening closely for the Holy Spirits Voice! this the YEAR of New Beginnings… and I want it to go out AWesome for us all… My snr pastor told us our FOG/Fam Of God***BOC/body of Christ, church body is learning that the GLory Is not to seek HIM for loads… Material things… which is nothing @ all!… but Our Year is riding still in the year Of recieivng HIS GRACE-n-Glory… so it’ll premiate thru-out every area of our lives, via our mates,child(ren) job’s, businesses,school life, un-married life… we need to realized the victory in HIS GLORY MUST regin Surpreme in us in e/thing we’ll seek too do and evolued in Him fully so that’s where i’am… surrendering e/thing so HIS GLORY will visit me as I stay in a heart of purity towards HIM
Hey Sis P,
I’m always lovin’ so I’m often moving. Sittin’ @ times for him, but always movin’….. Glory to Glory
Day to Day 
Let’s keep bloggin’!!! As when the praises go up the blessings come down !!! Hallelujah !!!
Yes, I have shifted gears to move forward, finances are so tight and I’m still praying for my grandson to be released from her mom thats under demonic control I’m still praying. To start my business. This will be a great profit. I want to walk upright 2007 and forever. I will never give up God is still in charge. GOD BLESS
It’s definitely a great question for the New Year. I have come out and notice that I need a change to where I can come out and be peaceful. It’s always that hesitation that gets you thinking “Is this really the right step?” I already know it’s the right step; I just need to continue to keep my faith with the lord. Sometimes its time to move on, but you have to have a goal in how you’re going to achieve that. So right now I have a goal, I’m working through progress. So thanks for putting these questions up for us to continue to stay in his presence and work where he wants us to be.
Dear Sister Perri,
Your new website/blog is a true blessing to the body of Christ! Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts & revelations on the Word with all of us! These are great questions to ponder. To me “Being Still” means to take time from your busy schedule to spend some alone time with God — praying in the spirit, reading/studying/listening to/meditating on the Word, and being obedient to what God reveals to you in the spirit.
My family is moving forward in the things of God and refusing to look back at the past. We have already received blessings from heaven in 2008 and I know more is in store for us! May God contiune to bless you & your powerful ministry!
Your sister in Christ Jesus,
Rhonda
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