Along with entering a new year, we have entered a new season. There is a new hope in the air and a revival has begun. Not just in India, as we read in this month’s newsletter, but all around the world the Spirit of the Living God is moving, and those who have their spiritual senses attuned can feel something. There is a feeling of electricity in the air. People are opening their hearts once again to the message of the Gospel.
Many of us have been praying for a change in our country. We have been interceding for a return to godly morals and a renewal of righteousness. Now we are seeing things beginning to change, and it might be tempting to take a rest, to relax and enjoy seeing our prayers being answered. But this is not the time to relax. Now is the time to act. We have a window of opportunity to share the Gospel with hungry people. We have open doors to pray for those who are hurting and need an answer from God.
It’s true that many prayers have been answered, but just as many situations still exist where prayers need to be prayed, and answers need to be received. Jesus said, “the kingdom of heaven has forcefully advanced, and the strong take it by force.” (Matt. 11:12 MEV) Now is the time to be forcefully advancing in exerting influence on the world around us. You might feel insignificant, but each of us can have an impact on others when we allow God to guide us.
How do we allow God to guide us? By abiding in Him and letting His word abide in us. We are saved by grace through faith. But how do we nurture our faith? In Romans Paul says, “So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” (Romans 10:17) We nurture our faith by filling ourselves with the word of God. Whether you read the written Bible or listen to someone else reading it, begin to absorb the Bible every day. You might be amazed at how your faith grows.
And as your faith grows, activate your faith through prayer and actions. When you read a Bible promise, receive it by faith. When you need a healing, receive it by faith. No matter what your need is, apply God’s word to your personal situation with full assurance that your prayer will be answered.
Blessings in the Wonderful Name of Jesus,
Thomas