05/21/2024
Romans 12:2
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
The way we think, seeking perfect guidance, methods to doing the right thing in our decisions, being willing to challenge what we think we know, accepting and seeking understanding of faith in God, acknowledging that there is more to life than only what we can see and understand.
That verse has so much. Does the person that reads that and desires to expand their intellect, need to be humble? Can a person truly change their beliefs? Do we need to be saved by Gods love to be renewed? What if merely surrendering our pride, our fears, our apathy, and our acceptance of only the seen and provable were to open the door to the possibility of hope and a love that surpasses our understanding just moments before? YES to each question.
Is it time for a revival in the world? Can each of us do something to help begin that? Do you know what gifts you've been given in connecting with others? Are your prayers for Gods will or are they a request for Him to change so they align with yours? Do you see opportunities in both the good and bad moments in life? Does death scare you or will the death of a loved one "destroy" you? What does eternal life mean to you? If what you believed weren't true would you be trusting enough of God to reveal truth to you, and then let you decide? Are you too comfortable, while living in a life of continuous pain and chasing unattainable dreams, to surrender and repent of your old life to God, in order to be renewed.
Many will not. Talk with your families. They very likely may not understand or be fearful of change. Allow the Holy Spirit to speak for you. Let them see hope! Let them see the renewing of your mind! Let them see the victory of surrendering your will for Gods will that gives you peace, and joy, and love that was previously paddling along each day, simply trying to survive.
The revival starts in each of us. Its the opening up of heaven to the sovereignty, majesty, and grace of God for us to experience like rain pouring into our soul.
There will be those who like the Pharasee's and the Pharaohs of old feared surrendering to the truth. They will try to hide behind deception, and false prophecy, and lies that make them "feel" safe. The Lord will continue to pursue them, but there will come a time when it will end.
Talk with folks and family members about this. Post your testimonies on social media. Listen to others stories with a helping hand extended. Do NOT try to convince or argue with them but allow the Spirit in you to take the moment.
God is the author and holder of time. Do not wait for tomorrow, for the world and the evil within is your enemy and the deceiver of those who are yet to decide. It is time for mankind to accept the reality of truth and to trust God.
Finally, please realize that we are all sinners, whether saved by grace or not. God knows our character and He sees our behavior. Do not cast judgement on a person, but pray with them and for them. Let your prayers be the soul revealing sounds of Jesus.
Jesus came to save the world not to condemn it. When we accept His love, we are called into the same kingdom and given all power and authority to share His love for each person.
