Prophecies from Our July Prayer Night

As always, the Holy Spirit showed up at our July Prayer Night. We praise God that He speaks to us and is ever-present in this season of transition! Read some prophetic words captured below:

I am asking you to lay aside your corporate resume. Yes, many of you have partnered with me in past years, in past decades, as I have done great deeds here among you. You are a people who have said "yes" to me and boldly allowed me to do deeds among and through you that others have not permitted me to do. I ask you now to be reminded that this is true because I chose you. It is my grace that has made this true. Your history is a history of my grace. Now I ask you to be again like little children. Place your history on the altar and seek me afresh. Let there be no pride, no entitlement, not even an expectation. Let there be only a child's love and hunger to be wrapped in my love. I have plans for you, my children. They are new plans. Seek me, and I will lead you there. 

My love goes to everyone. Jesus says, "This church is beautiful, loving, and kind. If someone comes here, they will know in their heart Jesus, and Jesus will welcome them to the church."

"And by the river on its bank, on one side and on the other, will grow all kinds of trees for food. Their leaves will not wither, and their fruit will not fall. They will bear every month because their water flows from the sanctuary, and their fruit will be for food and their leaves for healing." Ezekiel 47:12. 

I love this church. Keep walking in my paths. Lift your eyes. I'm doing a new thing here. 

Jesus, you are not far from us. You are as close as breath. Breathe on us your Holy Spirit. Flow over us. Wet us with your Spirit. Breathe out your fire. Burn off our chaos. Soak us in your presence. Let us never be dry. Favor and mercy you pour down from Heaven. We lift up our praises to you. We want to flow in endless praise. We want to walk in peace and joy. Many are the gifts you have given. May they glorify you, Lord Jesus. All that you have given us we pour back to you in praise. 

I saw a large tree with many leaves but no fruit. The Lord brought heavy rain, and there began to grow fruit. A great number of fruit. Like the tree of life that bears fruit in every season. 

I, El Roi, am the God who sees you. I see your love for me and your love for each other as I have commanded. I see your desire for wisdom and for discernment. I see your desire to hear my voice and know my will and the plans I have for you, corporately and individually. I have seen you while you pray. Night and day, the incense of your prayers have reached me, and I am pleased. They availeth much. I am sending you new grain, new wine, and olive oil, enough to satisfy you fully. Fallow ground is being broken up, and my spirit is being poured out on you. Hearts are being changed. Hearts are being cleansed and healed, spiritually and physically. Hear me, North Heights. Seek first my kingdom, and all these things, including the senior pastor I have called, will be added unto you. Trust me with the outcome and the timing, for I am the God who will not fail you or forsake you. I declare that the glory of this present house will be greater than the glory of the forever house for my namesake. 

The Lord is saying that this time of transition is a sweet time. It is a holy, sacred time. Do not miss my sweet presence during this time. Hunger and thirst for me. Soak in my presence in this sacred time of transition. 

I am the Living Water. Come to me all who are hungry and thirsty. Drink of me. This is what I want for my Church. 

As I was driving into the church parking lot tonight, I saw the huge loving arms of Jesus around our church and around all of us. Jesus was lifting us up, lifting us up unto His very heart, lifting us up unto the new season and new purposes He has for us. Hallelujah! Be expectant, North Heights family! 

God's Timing: Land Sale Closed!

Over nine years ago, North Heights Lutheran Church began a path to sell a portion of land at our Arden Hills location. We never officially listed the property for sale, but during those years, several developers came to us with offers to purchase the land. On February 1, 2022, we entered into a purchase agreement, and due to complexity and regulatory agencies plus Covid 19, there were 11 amendments to the purchase agreement that were required to finalize the sale. 

On June 29, 2026, after a marathon three-hour session with the attorneys, all the paperwork was signed to close on the sale. Then on June 30, 2026, we received full payment for the property. It's official!

When the congregation approved the sale, they instructed leadership to use the proceeds from the sale for capital repair and maintenance of our properties. The wisdom of this approach was using the asset to repair and improve what we already have rather than funding new programs. Accordingly, your tithes and offerings will continue to fund the operation of North Heights to build His Kingdom.

When the first offer was received, we were debt free, and due to your generosity, we have remained so. We are so thankful for an amazing North Heights family that gives selflessly, obediently, and generously.

During this entire journey, the congregation and the leadership remained confident that it was in God's plan for the sale to take place, and we patiently worked through the process. Now we see better that it was all in God's timing. We praise Him for His perfect plan!

Construction is planned to begin mid-July 2026. As this will impact parking and entrances, watch our weekly emails for updates. For more information on the purchasers, Platinum 55 Inspired Living, visit their website here.

John Endorsing Land Sale!