It is important to see that there are seasons and shifts in seasons. Our church is in the midst of a shift. This city is in a shift. Churches have relocated, ministries displaced things like that change the spiritual atmosphere. John 3 says the Holy Spirit is like the wind he blows where he pleases. Galatians 5:25 tells us to keep in step with the spirit. How do we keep in step with a spirit that is like the wind.
The disciples here the words, "but now" and must adjust. On a previous ministry trip they were not to take anything with them. It is almost human nature to discover patterns and get in a rut. Well - God did this before - this is how he will do it again. But in transitions the Lord rarely does the same thing twice. What happened on Pentecost could not have been predicted and has not since been duplicated.
Read Ecc 3:1-8. What time are you in? Have you adjusted? Some are better with shifts in the move of God but we must all make them.
Our nation is in a time of major shifting. Our city is in a time of major shifting. Can we be people who like the apostle John lean on the Lords breast and listen to his heart to know his will and accomplish his purpose? Can we keep up when our general says, "March!"
questions
1) is there something you've been fighting that may be God trying to shift you in a new direction?
2) why is it so important in seasons of change to be in intimate relationship with our father?
prayer
Lord give us a spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of you. Fire more hunger for your power, presence and inner person.
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