NO MORE TEARS
Copyright 2011 The Arts Expressed/Jenna Sorenson

I’ve seen every tear shed
For the pain you feel is real
But, not meant to be lasting.
Countless nights you’ve cried yourself to bed

So I urge you, forgive and forget.
I’ve said it before, move forward to a life without regrets.
When you do, you’ll be as a prisoner set free;
When you do, you will let Me be Me.
I will heal your heart
My dear, I’m a Master at such art.
For every pain, I give you joy.
I’ll give for every tear
One thousand smiles.
I’ll give for every fear
Laughter for miles.
I’ll make your life flawless as a breathtaking song.
Choose Me and through Me remain strong.

Don’t listen to what some say you should be, a lie.
Look to Me and see the treasure I’ve made you to be.
We’ll dance far, far from every fear.
You’ll ask, “Why ever did I cry?”
But for now, I look to the day when I’ll wipe away your every tear.

One morning I awakened to a prompting of the number 721. I was unsure as to whether the number was in reference to a date, a time, to a Scripture or to something. When I was unable to determine specifics, I set it aside until the Lord was ready to reveal more details to me. Later that day I lay down to worship and listen, and immediately heard “Daniel.” Daniel 7:21. “I kept looking, and that horn was waging war with the saints and overpowering them until the Ancient of Days came and judgment was passed in favor of the saints of the Highest One, and the time arrived when the saints took possession of the kingdom.” I then proceeded to meditate on Daniel 7:15-22, which is not unlike much of what is transpiring globally today. I was stirred with an excitement in my spirit about Daniel having a vision that pertained to the very days in which we are living! I also sensed the Lord’s urgency for us as His disciples to unite in prayer concerning verse 22, because the time has come for the saints to possess the Kingdom. We have already been given the favor of Christ, and all things with which to discern and act from in Him (Romans 5:2, 2 Peter 1:3). We have His Word and His Spirit to give us spiritual eyes and ears with which to receive His favor, and to partner with Him in possessing the Kingdom of Heaven on Earth.

We know an anti-Christ spirit is waging war on Christianity in our own nation. We know the enemy is waging war against the saints, and in so many cases, he has ‘appeared’ to be prevailing, even though we are already aligned in the favor of Christ as we seek first His Kingdom and His righteousness. What are we not understanding about the greater works He said we would do (John 14:12), other than the obvious, that Christ has not yet returned, we have not yet received our glorified bodies, nor is this Earth the ‘New Heaven’ or the ‘New Earth’ that He has gone to prepare? What does it mean to possess the Kingdom, and to pray His will be done on Earth as it is in Heaven, since as disciples of Christ, we have already received His Kingdom and His favor?

I believe the saints of the Kingdom have been journeying through an appointed time of testing, refining, maturation, and transformation, in order to better carry the very nature of the Father in Christ (Ecclesiastes 3:1, Habakkuk 2:2-3). As humans, unless our flesh is submitted to the will of the Father, we misuse His power, His strength and His authority, which accompany His favor for bringing Heaven’s perspective and provision to Earth.1 The Gospel of Jesus Christ has been misrepresented far too long (see my article on Religion or Relationship). His saints have been cooperating with a transformation period of learning to walk in the fruit of the Vine (John 15:4-8), which will result in His favor being released in greater measure, empowering us to partner with His Spirit and His Word in possessing the Kingdom. We must learn to see our circumstances and our world from Heaven’s economy, and then bring that perspective to Earth through our worship, praise and thanksgiving; through abiding in Christ and operating in the Fruits of His Spirit; and through releasing the giftings He has given to each to manifest His glory and His heart out in and to a world who needs to KNOW Him, not just about Him.

What does possessing the Kingdom look like? In reading Daniel 7:15-22. verse 18 states,“But the saints of the Highest One will receive the kingdom and possess the kingdom forever, for all ages to come.” We must first receive the Kingdom in order to possess it. Receiving the Kingdom comes through our repentance, for the Kingdom is at hand (Matthew 4:17), through receiving the gift of the Father’s love and forgiveness in Christ, and through seeking first the righteousness of Christ (Matthew 6:33). In order to possess the Kingdom, we have to seek our King and His righteousness: all He has extended to us and accomplished on our behalf. We seek to know and understand who Jesus and all His favor has made us to be. To possess the Kingdom we must learn to perceive ourselves as the Father sees us through the love of the shed blood of His perfected Son and His righteousness (Heaven’s perspective), and then learn to walk in continual relationship  with His Spirit. Wholehearted seeking (Matthew 22:37) and being aligned in Christ – His blood-covered favor, His Word & His Spirit – releases revelation for partnering with the Father in possessing His Kingdom on the Earth.

It’s one thing to read a truth, another to know or understand a truth in one’s mind, and yet another to be transformed by a revelation of that truth in one’s spirit and soul. When we really take hold of the truth of the Kingdom, we understand it’s all about what the blood of Jesus has already accomplished. It’s about cooperating with His Spirit and His Word at work within us, transforming us into the very nature of Christ (2 Corinthians 3:18). We pursue His presence to possess His love, as love is an actual position in Him. We pursue His presence to possess His joy, as joy is an actual position in Him. We pursue His presence to possess His peace, as peace is an actual position in Him, as is every other Fruit of His Spirit. His Kingdom is His very nature, and in Christ we have been given favor to tangibly possess the fullness thereof. Mindboggling!

To conclude, I believe the entire Word-filled, Spirit-filled Body of Christ has been in an intense and accelerated season of this very process for such times as these. The world is either currently looking or will soon be looking for people who not only know the truth, but actually know the Truth in the Person of Christ Jesus and walk it out. Kingdom citizens have been devoting and yielding themselves to His plan for their lives, and are actually learning to walk out the truth of His very nature manifesting in us…loving others with His love, and experiencing His joy and peace, regardless of circumstances…learning to pursue and carry a greater measure of His tangible, weighty presence into whatever atmosphere we are sent. He has been ‘fine tuning’ His orchestra, in order that we ‘play’ in tune, in time, and in harmony with His conducting, His favor, and with one another, as we learn to seek His higher ways in possessing the Kingdom of Heaven on the Earth. There is a multitude who has not ENCOUNTERED the living Christ that has yet to take their place in His Kingdom Symphonie. The Kingdom orchestra needs to brilliantly resound in order for the all of the individual notes to be drawn to their place in His magnificently beautiful and creative masterpiece. The Body of Christ should be stirred to great joy and excitement, to go deep, high and wide in relationship with Him, in continual pursuit of His presence, because we were created for this very day and hour to be His hands and feet on the Earth. It is our time to partner with the King of Kings in possessing His Kingdom!

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A DANCE

copyright 2011 The Arts Expressed/Jenna Sorenson

That I could explain the wholeness I feel.

The sound of youthfulness
The sound of love
The sound of courage
The sound of peace
That I hear.

Oh, that I could show you
But, I can’t…it is not something that one beholds with his eyes.
It is a feeling that transcends explanation.

Oh, that peace, so breathtaking and overwhelming
It is wrapped around me – a veil.
It stirs inside me – calm waters.

For a second, I fall…my strength has been washed away.
Now, I am lifted by sound.
I am carried by waves…a spin, a step, a spin, a step.

Seconds turn minutes, and minutes turn hours…a spin, a step, a spin, a step.
Such soulful rhythm overtakes me.
I am undone in this dance of peace.
A spin, a step, a spin, a step…

To Our Tapestry of Miracles

copyright 2011 The Arts Expressed/Jenna Sorenson 

This is the story of you.

The story of what was given to you
Before you were born.

So close your eyes

And picture your life a tapestry.

With brown thread I carefully shaped your frame. Your humanity.

With blue thread I weaved the breath of life. Your freedom.

With an iridescent thread I weaved hope.
To look beyond
 what’s wrong and walk to what’s right when troubles come.
With crystal thread I weave the light in your eyes. So others would be drawn to you.

With a heavy thread of scarlet and pain, my Son rejoiced as He gave his life for You.
That through His pain you would hurt no more and be forever Ours.

At the same time, with thread wet with tears and joy, I weaved into you forgiveness.
This is for you to use when hurt.
Forgive my child, the same way you have been forgiven.
Forgive others and forgive yourself.

With the whitest thread I weaved innocence.
This is for you to know that I do not see what you’ve done or what was done to you.

With purple thread I weaved royalty.
Oh, that crowning moment, when I called you, my daughter, my son!

Our love for you is unending;

How precious were the priceless moments We spent creating you!

Our perfect tapestry.

Still, don’t you know

The time We took in making you?

Oh, that you would know

Your life is unique.
For as We weaved, We created new patterns.

Your royal tapestry hangs in Our court day and night;

Upon a glance We are filled with utmost delight.

Our darling, our child, value your life.

Love,

Your Creator and Savior

Scripture tells us in Genesis, Chapters 1-2, that God spoke creation into existence. Human voices produce a range of frequencies. Scripture also describes the Lord’s voice as being like the sound (roar) of rushing water (many) waters (Revelation 1:15, 14:2, Ezekiel 43:2), which would contain multiple frequencies. Science has recorded that the Earth has its own frequency. Science has also documented the molecular structure of water responding to frequencies, specifically, perfectly beautiful in response to positive spoken words, & deformed in response to negative spoken words (Google Masaru Emoto & his research, as well as Leonard Horowitz). Since the human body is comprised of 57-75% water, this research has powerful implications with regard to the words we speak to one another! We are created to generate, receive & respond to frequencies. One can Google scientific research pertaining to love having the frequency of 528 hertz, or find studies on the frequency of liberty/freedom as being 333 hertz (David van Koevering).

I believe we are just beginning to scratch the surface in discovering the very frequencies of Heaven being released to & aligned on the Earth. I believe that joy, peace, laughter, & an endless array of goodness like justice, mercy, & compassion, existing eternally in Heaven & in the very nature of God, all have frequencies: all possess a specific sound. However, because we live in a fallen world, hate also has a frequency, as does rejection, envy, anger, unforgiveness, & the entire gambit of sinfilled thoughts, words & emotions. Worldwide, we are currently experiencing the manifestation of the fruit of a vast array of negative frequencies, because the Earth is extremely out of alignment with the goodness of God & the atmosphere of Heaven.

The Body of Christ needs to be intimately in pursuit of Jesus for aligning our frequencies with the sound of Heaven. Thankfulness has a frequency. Praise has a frequency. Worship in Spirit & Truth has a frequency. Worship is a lifestyle, & is neither a song style or a church service. Worship is who we are & it’s what we do with every thought, every word, & every action…24/7. When we release the frequencies of our Father’s nature in us, having been redeemed & transformed into the image of His Son, our mind, our will, & our emotions respond to the very frequencies of our worship. It’s impossible to worship in Spirit & in Truth & release frequencies contrary to the nature of Christ. Chuck Pierce recently wrote, ‘In the book of Revelation, we find the real issue is the relationship between the sounds of heaven and the demonstration of God on earth. Sound leads us forth.  Be willing to allow the sounds of Heaven order your actions.’

With all that’s changing & shaking around us, those who choose to stay in a place of seeking first the Kingdom of Heaven, loving the Lord our God with all of our heart, soul,  mind & strength, & others with His love…those who choose an attitude of thankfulness & praise, will find their frequencies aligning in the place of peace that passes all understanding. Peace has a frequency. I humbly give thanks to the Lord for opening my ears & eyes to begin to understand His supernatural frequencies. I can’t wait to discover the various ways He desires to lead me on the path of releasing the frequencies He’s continuously seeking to release on the Earth. I have purposed to be His vessel in empowering others to discover the very frequencies of Heaven, & most especially, the frequencies of His nature. His goodness is looking for those whom He can resound through. Lord, let it begin with me…

I love a word Holy Spirit spoke through a 10-year old boy in December of 2007 in the children’s church I was leading. For specific details concerning this word please read my article at www.TheArtsExpressed.com or www.jaranministries.com entitled: A Season of Expectation. This promise is a frequency awaiting manifestation:

Word Received in Kingdom Kids – 12/16/07 – Danny (age 10, grade 4)

‘The 2008 Christmas Gift!

I herd (heard) God say “I am giving you a gift to all that no one haves (has). It is so precious that the glory of it is shining briter (brighter) than the sun! It’s power is felt all over the earth!” I herd (heard) God say agian (again).”What I speack (speak) is important. It’s might is so far beyond yours.” He said agian (again), “This Christmas I am giving you a restorement (restoration?). My perpose (purpose) is berdond (burdened) on your harts (hearts) so now you know what to do! For now all will (be) and are healed. I am soon coming so rase (raise) up mighty warriors to win the battle that has allready bine (been) won by the blood of Christ. We won and now are going to flood your homes with the glory of me!!!!!’

His glory is a frequency! These revelations & the discoveries continuing to come forth regarding frequencies have astounding implications with regard to the various arts, which are comprised of/utilize the spectrum of visual & audible frequencies (as well as those yet unseen/unheard), & their restorative impact on both individuals & the culture for the Kingdom of Heaven on Earth.

Children and youth today are growing up in a culture that oftentimes leads those who feel isolated or the need to ‘escape’ the many pressures and negative influences, down a destructive path. Music, art, dance and other creative avenues, such as writing, photography, design, etc. provide avenues with which to challenge, connect with, and nurture kids down a path that bears much good fruit. Yes, our schools provide many of these opportunities, but oftentimes, the school environment is the very peer environment the child or youth need escape from.

The Arts Expressed offers non-traditional music methodology for students who either desire to learn a unique and creative approach, or for those where traditional methodology has been ineffective or uninteresting. Our instructors are both classically trained, as well as college degrees, Suzuki-training, and years of both professional playing and teaching experience to contribute to both a unique small group or individual learning experience. Our Suzuki background is well suited to preschoolers for parents who are considering an early start. Studies have proven music training in the early years enhances intelligence and academic performance.

The Arts Expressed would also like to be a resource for parents with autistic children who exhibit interest and potential in music. One of our instructors has both educational qualifications and hands-on experience in both gifted and talented and music therapy environments.

We also offer a variety of classes (Discover the Gifts in You series or Kingdomseries) for individuals of all ages who are seeking identity and purpose. Every person needs to discover for themselves who they are and why they are here. The Arts Expressed is an equipping center that empowers this generation to tap into their individual value, as well as the specific gifts hidden within waiting to be identified, nurtured and shared.

Contact The Arts Expressed via our contact information on this website.

The Arts Expressed is looking to fill our unique classes with students of all ages (preschoolers through adult) who desire the skills on their instrument (piano, guitar, bass guitar) to be able to play by ear, as well as enhancing & releasing their ability to create their own music. We have qualified, experienced professional instructors (classically trained, holding degrees & certifications) waiting to equip the musician in you! Call The Arts Expressed at 763-262-2607.

Attention Churches! Are you looking for a resource to enhance the musicianship skills in your worship team members, regardless of age? Call The Arts Expressed(763-262-2607), as we specialize in equipping your musicians with the skills needed to contribute excellence in your church’s worship ministry.

Do you have need of a professional photographer or professional graphic designer with exceptional creative skills for capturing your identity system or facilitating the marketing of a specific artist or event? Call The Arts Expressed (763-262-2607), as we have an on-staff professional photographer, as well as an on-staff professional graphic designer to meet your creative marketing needs.

Are you searching for identity or purpose or do you know someone who is? Are you feeling isolated or growing weary of the culture or peers defining who you are supposed to be? We offer classes that empower you to discover the unique individual you have been created to be, as well as the unique gifts inside you waiting to be discovered, identified, developed, encouraged & shared. Our instructor is a qualified experienced professional, holding four degrees through the doctorate level, author of five books & a curriculum, has recorded three instrumental CD’s with a fourth in progress, married 31 years, parent of six children (three biological & three adopted), & active 30 years in education & ministry.

The Arts Expressed offers a variety of class scheduling to facilitate your busy schedule, as well as mini-sessions for those who are unable to commit to long-term study.

Class schedules run Mondays-Fridays from 3-9 p.m., Saturdays, 9-5 p.m., or by appointment. Call The Arts Expressed today at 763-262-2607

The Arts Expressed also houses a bookstore that contains local authors’ books, local musicians’ CDs, local artists’ art & jewelry, guitar strings & picks, slightly used homeschool curriculum (Don’t see a book on the shelf or need hands-on manipulatives, science projects, etc.? Ask, as we most likely have it.), Christian inspirational books, devotions, etc., & used instruments & gear. We offer some guitar & bass guitar maintenance services as well.

The Arts Expressed is looking forward to launching, equipping, or enriching your journey as as a creative, confident & skillful individual with specific purpose needing to be expressed!

Don’t miss this strategic opportunity in time to pray with others, get informed, & become a piece of Heaven’s solution to our nation’s great need of restoration! Be sure to download a preview of an excellent resource, entitled, ‘Declaration of Dependence,’ subtitled, ‘How to Heal Our Nation Through Prayer’ by Dr. Marlene McMillan. Also, check out the information on the Liberty Bell, as well as details on specific events & locations at http://www.dc40.net/

The Arts Expressed is a Christ-focused equipping center for the purpose of identifying and developing gifts, skills and talents in a variety of life areas, with an emphasis on music and the creative arts. The Arts Expressed will offer weekly music instruction, specializing in piano, guitar, and bass guitar, and weekly core classes entitled, ‘I Am A Good Idea,’ focusing on identy, the discovery of individual gifts and talents, and purpose. Monthly seminars will also be offered relating to music, creative arts, writing, graphic design, photography, gifting and talents, psalming, family, and adoption.

Included in our facility will be a bookstore with local authors’ and artists’ CD’s, books, art, photography, graphic design, jewelry, etc., and used homeschool and Christian living books. We will also offer instrument maintenance and repair, and used music equipment.

The Arts Expressed teaching methodology incorporates group instruction at the preschool, beginning and intermediate levels for piano, guitar and bass guitar. Note reading is offered at intermediate and advanced levels for piano, guitar, and bass guitar, as well as private instruction for learning to master the tools of musical excellence, skill and musicianship. Preschool music classes incorporate singing, creative movement, and rhythm/melodic ear training. The Arts Expressed’s unique music instruction methodology encompasses technical facility, ear training and musicianship, releasing individual creativity through spontaneous improvisation and original composition, i.e. creating music, rather than emphasizing reading the music of others. Our teaching method is designed to nurture and release creativity and in skill in students of every age: from the youngest of preschool and K-12 students, to adults of all ages.

I Am A Good Idea classes focus on identity, discovering individual gifts, and purpose. I am a good idea because I am God’s idea. I have been created by my Heavenly Father with unique gifts, interests and talents. The gifts in me are to be identified, equipped, and released for Kingdom purposes to use throughout my entire life.

The Arts Expressed instructor’s biographies are detailed under ‘About Us’ on this site.

The Arts Expressed will also house Jessa Lyn Photography and Jadan Advertising & Design. Jessa Lyn Photography specializes in marketing, musicians, artist promotion, engagements, weddings and graduations, while Jadan Advertising & Design excels in logo design, artist/musician promotion & design, and posters.

We are excited to be launching in the Monticello area and look forward to an exciting year. For more information on classes, lessons, schedules, hours, location, and other questions, please contact us via support@TheArtsExpressed.com or call 763-262-2607. Please share this website information and help us get the word out!