Welcome to The Weekly Word! In this timely message, we are stepping into PROMOTION TIME—August 1–15 on the Gregorian calendar, aligned with the powerful spiritual season in the Hebrew month of Av.

We are currently in the prophetic window called "Between the Straits"—from July 13 (17th of Tammuz) to August 3 (9th of Av). This season recalls both historic tragedy and a call to next-level faith.

What You’ll Learn in This Word:

• Why the Hebrew month of Av (Menachem Av) means “God our Comforter”—a season of divine comfort and acceleration
• The golden calf incident (Exodus 32) and how fear and impatience cause us to forget our identity
• How the 10 spies missed God’s promise (Numbers 13–14) because they saw themselves as grasshoppers instead of conquerors
• Why your promotion requires you to see through eyes of faith, not fear
• How God has written your destiny for this year—and this is the time to step into it!

Prophetic Reflection:The Israelites came out of Egypt with silver and gold, but they carried a slave mindset. Surrounded by false gods in Egypt, they struggled to fully trust the one true God—even after miracles, signs, and wonders. When waiting at Mount Sinai, they questioned their identity and God's goodness.

But God is saying: STOP. PAUSE. STEP IN.You're coming into August. You're entering Menachem Av—“I am the Lord your Comforter.” God wants to comfort you from affliction and raise your faith to receive your promotion.

Romans 1:17 reminds us that "the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith." In the Greek, the word for faith—pistis—means:

• Moral conviction
• Reliance on Christ
• Assurance in God's goodness

So ask yourself:
Do you believe He’s merciful, just, loving, and good?
Do you believe He has good plans for you?
Because God is calling you into the Promised Land, and your faith will determine how far you go.

Key Dates to Remember:

• July 13 – 17th of Tammuz (Start of "Between the Straits")
• July 25 (at sundown) – Start of the month of Av
• August 1–15 – Promotion Time
• August 3 – 9th of Av (Tisha B’Av, a day of mourning and reflection)

Don’t miss this prophetic word—it’s your moment to break cycles, rise in faith, and walk into your God-appointed destiny.

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The Three Weeks of Mourning: What It Means for Your Faith Walk (July 13–August 3, 2025)

Welcome to The Weekly Word with Dr. Candice Smithyman. In this prophetic message, discover the spiritual meaning of the Three Weeks of Mourning (also known as “Between the Straits”) on the Hebrew calendar — a time of testing, repentance, and preparation for God’s promotion season (August 1–15).

Learn how to break free from old patterns, walk by grace through faith, and align with your God-given purpose during this sacred time between Tammuz 17 and Tisha B’Av.

Bible Verses Referenced:

• Lamentations 1:3
• Ephesians 2:4–10
• Romans 4
• Deuteronomy 8
• Isaiah 40

In This Teaching You'll Learn:

• What are the Three Weeks of Mourning in Judaism?
• How the Hebrew calendar aligns with spiritual seasons
• Why July is a time of testing before promotion
• How to rest in God’s covenant and overcome striving
• Prophetic keys for breakthrough, identity, and kingdom advancement

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