Today we continue the message on Discovery, Destiny, and Determination.
During this season, many of God's people will discover new things in regard to His Kingdom. This will be a process of revelation. "Discovery" often simply involves uncovering that which has been veiled. As we learn more about God and His Kingdom, we discover more about ourselves. After all, we were created in His image; as that image becomes clearer, we come to understand and experience things that were previously hidden from view.
All of this will bring us closer to our destiny. It is difficult for our carnal minds to comprehend that God knew us before He gave us life on this earth. However, that is precisely what Scripture reveals.
"... He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before Him in love" (Ephesians 1:4).
Before we even existed, God had a plan for our lives. There is a predetermined course of events that unfolds in the life of every believer as we yield and submit ourselves to God and His authority. In order to follow and fulfill God's ordained destiny, we will have to learn "instant obedience."
"The key to the supernatural and setting the captives free is instant obedience" (Oral Roberts).
Our preconceptions, which are often simply misconceptions, will have to be laid aside. Pride and position cannot be the priority when it comes to God's process and purpose.
We cannot allow those around us that lack faith for anything great in their own lives to hinder us from our destiny in Christ. There is something supernatural on the inside of us that longs to be released.
You and I are "destined" for greatness. Our lives truly have tremendous significance. God has placed a purpose in us, and it is first realized through vision. Lift up your eyes from the current circumstances. Look beyond where you are. We already have everything we need to accomplish our purpose. God has made "all things" available to His saints (1 Corinthians 3:21).
The place to start is where you are. What can you do now, this year, this day, this moment that will bring you closer to experiencing the fullness of God's purpose?
How determined are you to apprehend that for which Christ has apprehended you (Philippians 3:12)?
In Him,
PG
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