'The Anointing: Heaven’s Fragrant Mark for Earthly Purpose' Will Meier

Global Prophetic Voice
Apr 28
5 min read

In the Kingdom of God, there are realms and dimensions—distinct atmospheres where God invites His people to walk in ever-deepening measures of His presence and power, including the anointing. There is the realm of faith, where belief activates the unseen.

There is the realm of authority, where alignment with heaven enables us to legislate and enforce God’s will on earth. There is the realm of glory, where God’s weighty presence transforms and transcends. And then there is the realm of the anointing—a sacred empowerment given by God to accomplish specific assignments.

I had originally intended to continue our series on Rebuilding Righteous Altars, but early this morning, I had a dream involving numerous anointing oils—each distinct, each with its own fragrance, purpose, and expression. It was clear in the dream that although there is one Holy Spirit, He operates in diverse expressions. Just as Isaiah 11:2 reveals the sevenfold Spirit of God—wisdom, understanding, counsel, might, knowledge, the fear of the Lord, and the Spirit of the Lord Himself—so also, the anointing can manifest in multiple dimensions, each suited for its specific purpose assignments.

Each realm builds upon the other, but the anointing holds a unique place. It is both a gift of grace and a mantle of responsibility. It is given freely by the Spirit, yet cultivated through surrender, brokenness, and obedience. The anointing is the divine enablement that equips us to function beyond our natural limitations and carry out the mandates of heaven with boldness, precision, and spiritual authority.

Today, we will explore the divine enablement of the anointing—what it is, what it means, how it is symbolized in Scripture, and how we are called to steward it with reverence. The anointing is not only God’s empowerment—it is also His instruction, His voice, and His atmosphere. As 1 John 2:27 reminds us,

“The anointing you received from Him abides in you, and you do not need that anyone teach you; but as His anointing teaches you about all things…”

May the anointing itself teach you today about the anointing—its beauty, its burden, and its breakthrough.

The Ten Virgins: Oil as Preparation and Power

To understand the weight of this revelation, we must return to one of Jesus’ most sobering parables—the Parable of the Ten Virgins in Matthew 25:1–13. In this parable, all ten virgins were invited to meet the Bridegroom. All ten had lamps. All ten fell asleep. But when the midnight cry rang out—“Behold, the Bridegroom is coming!”—only five had enough oil to enter in.

The wise virgins represent those who cultivate the anointing. They do not rely on borrowed revelation or secondhand power. They have been in the crushing. They have been in the fire. Their oil is costly, personal, and prepared.

The foolish virgins had lamps—the appearance of readiness—but no inner reservoir. Their neglect speaks to a generation who may appear outwardly gifted or spiritual, but lack the inner fire of intimacy and surrender. And when the Bridegroom came, it was too late to get more. The door was shut.

Let this be a prophetic warning and invitation: Oil is not optional. The anointing is essential for preparation, empowerment, and entrance into the next move of God.

What Is the Anointing?

To be anointed means to be chosen, consecrated, and empowered for a divine assignment. The Hebrew word Mashach means “to smear” or “consecrate”; the Greek word Chrio means “to rub in” or “set apart.” The anointing is a holy transaction—it marks territory in the spirit and seals a person or place for God’s use.

Throughout Scripture, we see anointing as:

A sign of consecration (Exodus 30:30)
A release of spiritual authority (1 Samuel 16:13)
A source of healing and deliverance (James 5:14)
A force that breaks yokes (Isaiah 10:27)
A teacher that brings insight and discernment (1 John 2:27)

Anointing is never cosmetic—it is catalytic. It changes the environment. It empowers ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary exploits. It draws heaven’s power into earthly assignments.

The Holy Anointing Oil: A Divine Recipe

God gave Moses a sacred and specific blend for anointing oil in Exodus 30:22–25. Each ingredient was chosen by divine instruction and carried prophetic weight—revealing layers of meaning connected to the character and function of the anointing. While some of these interpretations flow from spiritual insight and symbolism rather than strict exegetical exposition, they offer meaningful windows into the multifaceted dimensions of God’s anointing.

Use them as prayerful reflections and points of meditation guided by the Holy Spirit:

Myrrh – Purity, Sacrifice, and Intimacy
- Used in burial and purification (John 19:39; Exodus 30:23)
- Symbolizes death to self and the aroma of brokenness (Song of Songs 1:13)
- Given to Jesus at His birth and at His death (Matthew 2:11; John 19:39)
Frankincense – Worship, Prayer, and Divine Presence
- Used on the altar of incense (Exodus 30:34–36)
- A symbol of intercessory worship (Revelation 5:8)
Cassia – Submission, Separation, and Holiness
- A cleansing agent and symbol of surrender (Exodus 30:24; Psalm 45:8)
Calamus – Uprightness and Restoration
- A fragrant reed representing healing and righteousness (Song of Songs 4:14)
- A picture of the bruised yet unbroken servant (Isaiah 42:3)
Cinnamon – Zeal, Passion, and Holy Boldness
- Produces warmth; a picture of the fire of the Spirit (Exodus 30:23)
Olive Oil – Holy Spirit, Illumination, and Empowerment
- Base oil representing the Spirit’s presence (Zechariah 4:2–6)
- Used to anoint kings, priests, and prophets (1 Samuel 16:13)
Spikenard – Extravagant Worship and Prophetic Honor
- Poured on Jesus by Mary in prophetic worship (John 12:3; Mark 14:3–9)
Balm of Gilead – Healing, Restoration, and Compassion
- A symbol of God’s healing and mercy (Jeremiah 8:22; 46:11)
Oil of Joy / Gladness – Divine Exchange and Kingdom Rejoicing
- “To give them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning…” (Isaiah 61:3)
- Speaks of supernatural joy, emotional healing, and the favor of God

The Anointing: Beauty, Burden, and Breakthrough

The anointing is not only God’s fragrance—it is His force. It carries the weight of divine enablement but also requires deep stewardship. We cannot function in power and neglect the oil of preparation. We cannot burn bright without the hidden crushing that produces the oil.

This is what separates the five wise virgins: They had oil to endure the delay. They understood that waiting seasons are filling seasons. They had counted the cost. Their lamps were trimmed, and their reserves were full.

In every generation, God raises up men and women who carry more than talent, charisma, or intellect. They are set apart by something invisible but undeniable: the anointing. It is a distinguishing mark, the fragrance of heaven upon a life that has been consecrated for a sacred purpose.

Anointed for This Hour

The oil is flowing again. God is raising up anointed reformers and prophets, priests and pioneers, who carry the fragrance of heaven into dark places. The anointing is the difference. It consecrates the ordinary and makes it holy. It destroys yokes. It releases heaven on earth.

Let us hunger for the fresh oil. Let us be consecrated, crushed, and commissioned. Let us be marked by the sacred blend of heaven’s own making. Let us live like the five wise virgins—prepared, burning, and ready for the call.