Dealing with Betrayal

Betrayal is an act of deliberate disloyalty, and it is very painful. A disloyal spouse, parent, son or daughter, or other family member, a friend, boss, co-worker, or ministry partner, whoever the betrayer is their deliberate disloyalty hurts badly.

How do you deal with betrayal? What do you do with the pain? How do you protect yourself from the betrayer? How do you overcome betrayal?

There isn’t an easier answer to any of these painful questions. But there is a place you can go for comfort, direction, and security. You can access this place anywhere you are. It’s in the arms of Jesus.

Let’s look at the first question on this list. How do you deal with betrayal? You must deal with it honestly. You need to find out what is going on. And don’t base your actions on suspicions or feelings, but on the facts alone. And remember, no matter what excuses you are given, you are not the one at fault. The betrayer has gone astray after the lusts of his or her own flesh. And when you are given lame excuses, answer with the truth directly and honestly. Truth hurts, but it does set people free, whereas, lies also hurt, but everyone is left in turmoil.

  • And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free, John 8:32.
  • But each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own evil desire and enticed, James 1:14, NIV.

What do you do with the pain? There’s no way around it, when someone betrays you it hurts. It’s a weapon satan uses against you to bring destruction to you, your family, your friendship, your business, and your ministry.  But no matter who it is that is betraying you, or how painful the betrayal is, there is still only one way to inner peace, and it is through forgiveness. Vengeance does not bring healing to the soul, it only prolongs the healing process and brings with it more pain and obstacles to overcome.

Jesus understands the hurt of betrayal more than anyone else does. He was betrayed by everyone, even us. The Bible tells us in Hebrews 4:15, “For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin.”

And we need to come to grips that God is not the betrayer, satan is. And he used this person to harm you. John 10:10a tells us about his wicked intentions against us, The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy.”

We are not to be vengeful, that area belongs to God. Romans 12:19 clearly tells us, “ Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave the way open for God’s wrath [and His judicial righteousness]; for it is written [in Scripture], “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord. AMP.

As challenging as it may be, our responsibility remains the same—forgive. Forgiveness is not based upon our feelings, or because we believe the person deserves to be forgiven or not, but because our Father God tells us to. In fact our obedience to forgive in this betrayal has eternal consequences upon ourselves as well. Matthew 6:14-15 warns us, For if you forgive others their trespasses [their reckless and willful sins], your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others [nurturing your hurt and anger with the result that it interferes with your relationship with God], then your Father will not forgive your trespasses.” AMP.

How do you protect yourself from further betrayal from this same person or group of people? You need to set up healthy boundaries around yourself. Learn to biblically judge the situation before you. I personally use John 10:10 as stated above to decide what’s happening around me. If the situation is set out to steal something from me, like peace—I stay away. If the person, or person’s actions will kill my relationship with my family or friends—I know it’s not of God. If the end result of what’s taking place or what’s about to take place will destroy relationships or ministry efforts—I put my foot down and say, “No! This is not happening here.” And I should make note here, do not say, “If you do this, I will do this…” unless you are really willing to follow through with it.  Matthew 5:37 says regarding this, “But let your statement be, ‘Yes, yes’ or ‘No, no’ [a firm yes or no]; anything more than that comes from the evil one.” AMP.

The only true way to overcome betrayal is with the help of God, and by His way of forgiveness.

 

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Do You Feel Overwhelmed?

Do you feel overwhelmed? Does your world feels like it’s caving in on all sides at once–look to Jesus. He’s faithful. He will never leave you, or forsake you, Hebrews 13:5. God’s not angry like the world would have you believe Him to be. Psalm 86:15 beautifully describes the goodness of God towards us, But You, O Lord, are a God [who protects and is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in lovingkindness and truth.” If you allow Him, He protects you, 2 Thessalonians 3:3 says it like this, But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you [setting you on a firm foundation] and will protect and guard you from the evil one.”

Sometimes you can feel overwhelmed because you focus on the problem, and in doing so you wind up magnifying your enemy, the devil. When in reality the things he whispers to you are just lies. In John 8:44, Jesus calls him the father of all lies–half truths. The devil takes the Scriptures and twists them, and he makes his lies believable to you, and once you grab hold of his lies they then can produce in your life. And again in John 10:10, Jesus calls the devil, the thief who comes to steal, to kill, and to destroy you. So you need to be careful what you are dwelling upon, the promises of God or the devil’s lies.

When you feel the negative reports or circumstances are too much to bear, you need to get a way to a quiet place with the Lord, and this does not need to be a physical place, but a spiritual place. You are instructed in Matthew 6:6, “But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” Jesus spent much time alone in prayer with the Father, and so should you.

  • After He had sent them away, He went up on the mountain by Himself to pray. When evening came, He was there alone, Matthew 14:23.
  • Early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up and slipped out to a solitary place to pray, Mark 1:35.

The next time you feel overwhelmed by life, remember to keep your eyes focused on the Love Jesus has for you. Ponder upon His love, mercy, and lovingkindness He feels for you. Be comforted in the fact that He wills to protect you. And spend time alone with Him in prayer until His strength takes over in you.

 

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Examine Your Spiritual Progress

Surely it is not always comfortable to examine our spiritual progress, but it is necessary. Yes, it reveals both good and bad, but instead of condemning ourselves during this process let’s allow the Holy Spirit to convict us to change.

Therefore there is now no condemnation [no guilty verdict, no punishment] for those who are in Christ Jesus [who believe in Him as personal Lord and Savior]. Romans 8:1, AMP.

We can’t change the past, but we can adjust the way in which we handle a similar situation today.  And isn’t this part of the forgiveness process anyway? Taking our failures to God and seeking forgiveness from Him and relying upon His strength in the areas we are weak.

If we [freely] admit that we have sinned and confess our sins, He is faithful and just [true to His own nature and promises], and will forgive our sins and cleanse us continually from all unrighteousness [our wrongdoing, everything not in conformity with His will and purpose].1 John 1:9, AMP.

With sincerity of heart pray, Father God, forgive me for the areas that I have just plain missed it. Holy Spirit, teach me how to make amends with those that I have offended, and show me how to transform this area of my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, amen.

Self-examination not only reveals our past mistakes, but it also highlights our successes with God. And it is the only way we can know our standing in the Lord. If we do not examine ourselves we are unaware of the progress we have made in Him. It is an important tool of assessment in our everyday walk with God.

When it comes to faith for healing, I remember when I didn’t even know about healing. And then after I became born-again it took time for my mind and heart to be renewed in this area. There was a time I found myself begging and pleading God for healing as if He had been the one responsible for sickness. But since those days, I have repented, studied the Word and allowed His healing message take root and transform my life to where I am today–encouraging you to move forward in this area of your life.

With a heart of thanksgiving pray, Father God, I am so grateful that I am not the person I once was, but that You, Holy Spirit have been with me every step of the way, and I have truly advanced spiritually. I thank You for this encouraging spiritual report, in Jesus’ name, amen.

So don’t be afraid to examine your spiritual progress. I have found that the Lord is very encouraging when it comes to correcting us. Yes, He deals with the situation head on, but He builds us up to trust in His power to change.

Examine and test and evaluate your own selves to see whether you are holding to your faith and showing the proper fruits of it. Test and prove yourselves not Christ]. Do you not yourselves realize and know [thoroughly by an ever-increasing experience] that Jesus Christ is in you—unless you are [counterfeits] disapproved on trial and rejected? 2 Corinthians 13:5, AMP.

 

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© 2018 Author Becky Dvorak–Healing and Miracles International, All rights reserved.

God’s Supernatural Power in You is Recognizable

Others around you will recognize when you walk in the supernatural power of God and they will seek you out. I was sitting down listening to one of the local pastors at an outdoor evangelistic campaign and a lady in a nearby house saw me sitting on the bench and sent for me to come and pray for her. When I arrived at her house, she shared with me that she was in great pain and was unable to urinate all day and wanted me to pray for her. I placed my hands upon her and rebuked all infection, swelling and kidney stones and the woman went flying to relieve her bladder.

This is a natural walk in the way of the supernatural. The Spirit of God waits to release His power through us, to deliver those who are bound to satan, to release divine healing to those who are suffering from the devil’s wicked works, to give a prophetic word to those who are seeking direction and needing encouragement and to help those who are spiritually lost find their way to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.

Being fully aware of the times that we now live in and the condition of the hardened hearts of the people toward the Lord and His ways, He has supernaturally equipped us with a power that is greater than any magic that this world has ever known. It is the supernatural power of faith. This faith will outshine anything that we face.

*This excerpt is taken from “Greater Than Magic” by Becky Dvorak with Destiny Image Publishers, chapter 3, Walk in the Spirit, page 53.

 

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Lord, You Rescue Me

You are fighting against discouragement this day as the medical reports are overwhelming, and the symptoms seem overpowering. Those around you that you believe should be strong in the faith have wavered in their stand against this disease attacking your body. Their words of encouragement have become fewer and farther in between. And even though it appears that darkness is overtaking you, you have a choice to make, and it defies the odds in the natural. This choice is bold, and courageous, and it holds you up when all else fails. It’s called faith–and it is well pleasing to the Father. Let’s kneel and pray in faith these Scriptures aloud to our God.

 

Dear Father God,

I am blessed as You have delivered me from the power of darkness and conveyed me into the kingdom of the Son of Your love,  in whom I have redemption through Your blood, the forgiveness of sins, (Col. 1:13-14). You have delivered me from the power of death, and released me from the bondage of the fear of death as well, (Heb. 2:14-15). You deliver me, from my enemies, and I take shelter in You, (Ps. 143:9). You give to Your disciples, including me, power and authority over all demons, and to cure diseases, (Lk. 9:1). Even in times of discouragement I give You praise because You deliver me from every evil work and preserve me for Your heavenly kingdom. To You be the glory forever and ever. Amen! (2 Tim. 4:18).

 

 

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Trust God

Are you or a loved one facing a very difficult problem? Does it seem that others around you have given up all hope? It’s a tough spot to find yourself in, but it happens. God’s people give up hope for healing everyday. They even believe that God tells them that He won’t come through for them. Don’t you be one of them. Always encourage yourself in the faith to believe, and no matter what, always give others a reason to believe for their miracle as well. Even if the situation is labeled impossible, or the disease incurable–trust God. He is faithful, and just, He never changes, and He never goes against His Word. 

To stir your faith to trust God, I have included 7 promises of God for you to ponder upon.

The Lord will fight for you while you keep silent, Exodus 14:14.

He gives strength to the weary, and to him who lacks might He increases power, Isaiah 40:29.

Yet those who wait for the Lord will gain new strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not get tired,
they will walk and not become weary, Isaiah 40:31.

‘Do not fear, for I am with you; do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you,
surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand,’ Isaiah 41:10.

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they will not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched, nor will the flame burn you, Isaiah 43:2.

“For the mountains may be removed and the hills may shake, but My lovingkindness will not be removed from you, and My covenant of peace will not be shaken,” Says the Lord who has compassion on you, Isaiah 54:10.

“No weapon that is formed against you will prosper; and every tongue that accuses you in judgment you will condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their vindication is from Me,” declares the Lord, Isaiah 54:17.

May the encouragement of hope be instilled within you today as you focus on God’s promises to fight for you, to defend you against all odds, to hold you up when you are afraid, and to give you strength when you feel weak in the faith.

 

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You Need to Rest a While

When is the last time you’ve actually had a real rest? Do you even remember what it means to rest? You know a time set aside to relax  your mind and emotions from the busyness of work and ministry and from the stress of this world. A lot of health issues would be solved or prevented by taking a rest once in a while.

God is the initiator  of rest, and He gave us a living example of what it means to rest. We read in Book of Genesis that God created the world in 6 days and on the 7th day He rested and enjoyed the fruit of His labor. Rest is supposed to be pleasurable. If it’s not, you need to take some time and prioritize your life and bring it back into balance.

Are you working too much? Is your work schedule having a negative effect upon your family life? If so you need to get a different job. You think to yourself, “I can’t afford to get a different job.” Well then I suggest you downsize your lifestyle so you can afford to do so. Life wasn’t created to be centered on houses, cars, and other materialistic things, life is meant to be lived, centered on a relationship with God, and shared with others. But all too often, God’s people have become enslaved to a materialistic world, or to a schedule that is destroying the very things they truly love.

I have been in ministry for nearly 25 years now, and I tell you the busyness of ministry will destroy you if you allow it to. Like most ministers, I had to learn how to set healthy boundaries. I can’t tell you how many people have begged me, even tried to guilt me into giving out my phone number to them. I can’t do it. I would never have a rest, and the end result would be catastrophe for my family, my ministry, and for myself. And that is just what the enemy would want, burn the candle on both ends so that you burn out, abandon what God has called you to do, and/or die prematurely.

When the apostles came to tell Jesus all the exciting things that were going on in their daily lives, in their ministries, what did He tell them to do? Then the apostles gathered to Jesus and told Him all things, both what they had done and what they had taught.  And He said to them, “Come aside by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” For there were many coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat. So they departed to a deserted place in the boat by themselves.” Mark 6:30-32.

The 4th commandment tells us that we are to remember the Sabbath Day, by keeping it holy. Regardless of the day you consider to be the Sabbath, take it, don’t run around, but rest and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

The point is this, rest is just as important to your well-being as eating healthy and exercising. And in order to rest properly you need to set up boundaries in your life to protect you and your loved ones, and the longevity of your life, ministry and/or business. A time of rest is good–enjoy it.

 

 

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Purcellville, VA Healing Seminar July 28th

JULY 28, 2018 — Saturday — Purcellville, VA — Healing Seminar — St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 37018 Glendale Street, Purcellville, Virginia | Phone 540.338.7307. Hosts: Dave Hunt, Rev. Tom Simmons. 

Daytime 8 AM — 4:30 PM — $25 Admission includes breakfast, lunch, and morning and afternoon refreshments — Healing Seminar —  CLICK TO REGISTER.

Evening  7 PM — Free Admission Healing Service — CLICK TO REGISTER FOR EVENING HEALING SERVICE.

 

All are welcome to come. Please mark this down on your calendars, bring your sick loved ones and let’s believe together for their manifested healing. Amen!

 

Becky Dvorak is a prophetic healing evangelist and the Destiny Image author of DARE to Believe, Greater Than Magic and The Healing Creed. Visit her at authorbeckydvorak.com.

 

The Importance of Healing In the Last Days

Never underestimate the power of healing, whether it be your healing or the healing of another in these last days. Healing points to the Messiah. It proves that the God you have been professing all these years is real. This is why the enemy fights so hard against this message. He is afraid of the fruit of Salvation that is harvested through healing.

Take the limits off of God about who can and who cannot be healed. Throughout all these years of ministering healing to people around the world, I stand amazed at just who receives their healing and who doesn’t receive what God has for them. I have witnessed the most rebellious people on the streets receive instant healing, and they are so amazed that in the midst of all their rebellion that someone reached out in the name of Jesus’ and they were healed.

I’m speaking about one man from the streets of Guatemala who was waiting to have an operation to amputate digits because gangrene had set in real bad, and they were instantly healed and when he climbed up on the operating table the doctors were wondering why he was even there.

Another young rebellious teenage boy screaming obscenities in our faces because he hated who we represented–God, but when his freshly broken arm (that had been broken in a gang fight earlier that day) was instantly healed, he stopped his filthiness and was able to listen and hear us.

How about all the young kids with STD on the streets that were instantly healed. How about the dead baby in the womb of a young prostitute that came back to life instantly when healing hands were placed upon the womb of that young, lost lady. These miraculous healings testify louder than our words that God is alive and well and he loves and cares about them.

God is just waiting for us to activate our faith on behalf of other people. And when we do–great things happen.

How about your next door neighbor? You hear that they are sick and dying from cancer. What are you going to do about it? Will you take the risk of rejection and reach out in the name of the Lord and share the love of God with them through a healing touch? Do you understand the impact you can start to have all around you in these last days?

Romans 15:18-19 says to us,For I will not dare to speak of any of those things which Christ has not accomplished through me, in word and deed, to make the Gentiles obedient— in mighty signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God, so that from Jerusalem and round about to Illyricum I have fully preached the gospel of Christ.

If you will wield the power of signs and wonders you can win both Jew and Gentile in greater numbers to the Lord in these last days.

 

 

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Curse Sickness

God gives you His blessing to curse satan and his wicked works, including sickness and disease. So right now, obey His Word and curse this illness at its very root and seed, just like Jesus cursed the fig tree (see Mark 11:12-25).

Use the Sword of the Spirit; go down deep into the root system and cut this disease off of your body. Curse the tap root and command it to dry up and die, and all other roots that stem off of this main root dry up and disappear supernaturally. Remind it often that it will not be able to resurrect itself in your body. Nor can it transplant or metastasize itself in any other part of your body.

Speak to the original seed of this disease, the seed of sin that was planted back in the Garden of Eden when Adam and Eve first sinned. Renounce this generational curse because you have been redeemed from it (see Gal. 3:13).

Dominate all seeds that this disease has produced to wither and die, put them in their place beneath your authority in Jesus Christ; let them know who is boss and that they may not germinate ever again in your body or pass on to another generation.

*This excerpt is taken from the Healing Creed, chapter 11, page 175.

 

 

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