My Mantle

Today God has placed His mantle upon me; a mantle of healing. 😊

I had to research the meaning of this as I only had a rudimentary knowledge of what mantle means from reading the bible verses about Elijah, Elisha, Joseph, and John the Baptist. I am sure there are others, and I think it would be an interesting study to do–just how many saints in the bible wore mantles.

Today is 4/14/2024. This date conflates to the number ‘8’ which in numerology means 1 more than perfect. As in the number of people God chose to inhabit the ark. In my internet search, the number 8 is described thus:

Numerology 8

The number eight (8) is the sign of organization, perseverance and control of energy to produce material and spiritual achievements. It represents the power of realization, abundance in the spiritual and material world. Sometimes it denotes a tendency to sacrifice but also to be unscrupulous.

The number eight (8) must develop or balance the aspects of ambition, organization, authority and sense of power. It is very susceptible and sensitive with great capacities to live in society. He/she is also emotional, empathetic and of great social intelligence. # Number 8 people relate very well in society and in dealing with people they are usually very careful, cordial and friendly. It is not easy to know the number 8 very deeply, because it is very changeable, as well as arbitrary and capricious. As soon as good as bad, loving as indifferent, magnanimous as selfish.

While 8 isn’t my life path number, it is significant to me today in that God placed His mantle upon me. I think it’s like when you work hard and finally graduate or pass a certification exam. It’s His way of saying, “you have now arrived at the place I have brought you”. I consider this way more important than any man-made achievement or accolade, although those are important to be able to carry out His work in this world.

I feel the 8 fits perfectly because to get here I have had to sacrifice many things, mostly of the flesh. I no longer drink, I don’t do drugs, I don’t engage in sexual immorality, I live by the law and the love of God, and I believe in every word of the bible, even if I don’t fully understand all of it yet. I believe my body is a temple of the living God. I have shown Him that I can wait on Him, and trust in His timing. I have given Him control of my vehicle. If I heal people, in my heart I want God to receive the glory and I want His light to shine through me, so that people see Him and His love through me, not that they see me. It’s a culmination and reward for hard work and sacrifice. And He sees and knows this in all of us. He wants us to achieve great things for His Kingdom. We are all soldiers in His army, it’s just that some of us love Him more than others. Some of us hate Him and blaspheme Him.

Maybe He has a special mantle for you.

Israel Biblical Studies.com states: “Jacob expressed his love to Joseph by giving him a special gift – ketonet passim כְּתֹנֶת פַּסִּים. The word passim here can be translated as “colorful”, “embroidered”, or “striped” – but it can also denote a long garment, coming down to the “palms” of the hands and the feet, or the material out of which the coat was made (fine wool or silk). (I think of Jesus’ stripes, His very flesh was His divine mantle)

Kethoneth [Strong 3801, ‘kethoneth or kuttoneth‘]

Kethoneth, garment, is mentioned seven times – a perfect number – in Genesis: once in relation to the coats of skins which God provided for Adam and Eve, then six times regarding Joseph’s garment. Joseph’s garment appears after his death, with blood upon it – a significant matter ~ *JESUS*

Joseph’s garment is that which sets him apart from his brethren – also a significant matter.

Then kethoneth appears seven times in Exodus relating to Aaron and his sons. It is a matter of priestly attire and priestly service. Only the God-appointed High Priest and his sons may don this attire.

Kethoneth appears twenty seven times in scripture (the quoted number, in one concordance, of “twenty nine” is incorrect). Twenty seven is a highly significant number and draws very great attention to this matter. Three times three times three is extremely significant.

I personally discovered in my bible studies that 27 is a reference to 22/7 which is the primitive representation of pi. Pi denotes circle and circle denotes sun and sun symbolizes God Almighty, ALHYM.

The mantle is a symbol of a man’s gift, the call of GOD, and the purpose for which GOD has called him. It is a reminder that we are wrapped in GOD’s authority and that we have a purpose and a gift to share with the world.

What is the difference between mantle and anointing

The mantle is a symbol of authority and position. With the mantle comes a greater degree of power, position, and authority. You have an anointing to do something but someone else is wearing the mantle. The mantle of responsibility is a heavy burden to bear. It requires a great deal of strength and fortitude to carry out the duties of an important position. When someone takes on the mantle of responsibility, they are taking on a great deal of weight and pressure. It is not an easy task, but it is one that is essential to the success of any organization.

What is a woman’s mantle?

A cape is a type of clothing that has been worn by both men and women throughout history. Technically, the term cape refers to a long, loose cloak that was worn during the 12th to 16th centuries. However, by the 19th century, the term was used to describe any type of loose-fitting, shaped outer garment that resembled a cape. Capes continue to be worn today and are often seen as a stylish and elegant piece of clothing. The mantle is a special endowment of the Holy Spirit that gives kingdom leaders an advantage over other leaders. Kingdom leadership involves a radical change in thinking and a close relationship with the Holy Spirit. Those leaders who carry the mantle are continually renewing their minds to spiritual truths. This helps them to make wiser decisions, better understand the spiritual realm, and more effectively lead God’s people.

~The Internet

I asked God what my mantle was for and He told me HEALING. I then asked Him what it looked like and He said I could choose what it looks like, and that made me smile. I was concerned that Jesus abrogated the mantle in Matthew 10:10 when He is quoted as saying ‘…do not take 2 tunics…’ However, I am convinced Jesus meant ‘do not take extra clothes, only those on your back’. Of course, his disciples need to wear a cloak to be protected from the elements. A mantle to my mind is like a divine cloak.

I think this happened today because I am beginning a very long fast from food. I am calling it a ‘coffee fast’ because I am drinking only coffee (with cream and sugar), and hydrating water. I feel like I need to factory-reset my body. The effects of trauma from infancy and childhood, bad eating habits, and menopause have not factored well into my physical constitution as it regards my habitus. In other words, the fat has taken root and doesn’t want to let go. I appreciate that God gives us fat as calorie storage for survival, but for me it has turned into a detriment. And there seems to be no other way to fix it than long-term fasting. Some of my dear friends in the Lord actually fasted 40 days, so we shall see how long God leads me to fast. Jesus also fasted 40 days, so it does seem significant that this is the time and place I have begun my fast.

I also have been praying about being granted greater spiritual authority by God, and Dr. Rob Reimer–an expert in deliverance ministry–says that fasting and prayer are necessary for that to be achieved; to be able to cast out the most tenacious and vicious of demons, those imbedded from sexual abuse.

Which brings us full circle to being given a mantle. I now have the ability to heal and cast out demons. Praise God!