While in prayer a few days ago, I felt a stirring in my spirit for my spiritual sons and daughters. Many have been involved in prolonged battles that have tested the very core of your being. Because of conversations I have had with some of you, I am aware of the intensity of the attack as well.
Often a battle can last so long we develop “survival” instincts and allow them to dominate every part of our life. In extreme cases it can cause one to forget the goodness of God for a while and focus on the next part of life we must defend. Our conduct and speech reflect this defensive outlook and frustration and anger are next to manifest.
As I asked God for an insight to this particular season of our journey, these thoughts came to mind. I wish to share them with you in hopes it will provide encouragement and, if necessary, a shift in thinking that will close this time of adversity and begin a season of harvest.
First: Don’t lose your vision. Never allow the present season of attack cause you to forget where you are going. Keep sight of the big picture, the vision God gave and the energy you had at the beginning. Don’t permit the attack on your life and vision become the “main thing.” Keep the vision God birthed in your spirit the “main thing.” Remember the 8 X 10 color photo God developed within you at the beginning. Beyond this battle, there remains the visio, the God assignment, which must be completed. Don’t lose your vision.
Second: Remember there is supernatural help. You are the choice of God for this assignment. He knew you were able to successfully complete this effort. He placed within you those seeds of wisdom and greatness that must be released at this moment. Refuse to panic. Ask for the release of those inner resources which are for this season. God will provide supernatural help for this part of your journey. Beyond this battle, there remains the vision, the God assignment, which must be completed. Remember, there is supernatural help.
Third: Watch your language. A few days ago Bishop Mark Chironna shared some thoughts that cut right to the heart of this issue of language, and speaking. He said, “The power of language sets us apart from all other species God created………Language does not merely describe reality, language generates reality.” Never allow a “victim vocabulary” to start coming from your mouth. Always know that the words you speak have no accurate ”predictive ability” whatsoever, they have “creative ability.” Be sure the words of your mouth, and the meditation of your heart are pleasing To God. Beyond this battle, there remains the vision, the God assignment, which must be completed. Remember, your language is generating reality.
It is my sincere prayer that you are encouraged in the Lord as we approach, what I believe to be, the greatest hour of the Church. In spite of the bruises and emotional scars that you have endured during this season, God is not disappointed in you and still provides all things necessary for the completion of your assignment. You can finish strong as you remember, “God will simply outlast your battle.” Got ready for your season to change!
I am honored to be your spiritual father; and I pray for you daily. Your comments are greatly appreciated.