In the vision is His provision. And he will turn many of the children of Israel to the Lord their God, and he will go before him in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the fathers to the children, and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just, to make ready for the Lord a people prepared. Now as he went on his way, he approached Damascus, and suddenly a light from heaven shone around him. Daniel 7:13-14 Daniels vision of trials. When the Lord your God extends your border as He has promised you, and you say, I will eat meat, because you desire to eat meat, then you may eat meat, whatever you desire. At once I was in the Spirit, and behold, a throne stood in heaven, with one seated on the throne. In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple. 6. Revelation 15:5 After this I looked, and the sanctuary of the tent of witness in heaven was opened. It is the why behind what you do each week. of Thus says the Lord of hosts: Do not listen to the words of the prophets who prophesy to you, filling you with vain hopes. His eyes are like a flame of fire, and on his head are many diadems, and he has a name written that no one knows but himself. We also live in a time of great deception from Satan and his demons, who seek to destroy all God has created. That is why the Lord said we should always be enlightened about the eyes of our heart Enlightenment will always give us sight and vision of what our life is all about. Contact me: openbibleinfo (at) gmail.com. The devil can also give people visions (e.g. I thank you that you are working out everything in conformity with the purpose of your will (Ephesians 1:11). May they turn to you as You seek to save those who need You most. Looking at this verse, it occurs to me that "Enlargement" is an encouragement to think big, dream big and get a bigger perspective. God kicks against such an attitude. . and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled up to all the fullness of God. If we think weve reached our limit, the problem isnt that God doesnt have the resources or the ability. Hebrews 6:1 1 Therefore let us move beyond the elementary teachings about Christ and be taken forward to maturity, not laying again the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death, and of faith in God, Read Chapter All Versions Jeremiah 12:2 2 You have planted them, and they have taken root; they grow and bear fruit. And each creature had two wings covering its body. No man on earth knows anybodys heart, but God knows our hearts and sees everything we cannot see. After this I looked, and the sanctuary of the tent of witness in heaven was opened. For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the endit will not lie. The things we do openly and the ones we do in private, he sees them all. Ask God to give you a God-sized dream/vision - for your faith, marriage, kids, finances, character, etc. Through covenants, we can enter God's tent and receive the blessings of His love and mercy. God Will Enlarge Your Territory Bro. Even when God wanted to destroy Sodom and Gomorrah, he revealed it to Abraham and Lot. D.G.S Dhinakaran 13 Jan "Ask me, and I will make the nations your inheritance, the ends of the earth your possession." (Psalm 2:8) Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Sometimes when you just claim God's promises with faith, you receive those blessings in your life. More than a catchphrase, vision is the fuel for your ministry. The end of the matter; all has been heard. Sharing a church vision statement is one way we can do that today. Micah 6:8 Micah summarizes God's will for His people this way: "He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. When you spend time in prayer, worship and the Word, God will reveal dreams and visions far greater than you ever imagined. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay. For God will bring every deed into judgment, with every secret thing, whether good or evil. Around the throne were twenty-four thrones, and seated on the thrones were twenty-four elders, clothed in white garments, with golden crowns on their heads. I.V. God has blessings untold prepared for your future! Enlarge my heart so I can run the way of Your commandments (Ps. The Lord always revealed himself to Moses, and he passed the message to the Israelites, but Miriam and Aaron were jealous of him, which made God cause Miriam to have leprosy, and the cloud of God departed from them. The Lord said to him in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Here I am, Lord. And the Lord said to him, Rise and go to the street called Straight, and at the house of Judas look for a man of Tarsus named Saul, for behold, he is praying, and he has seen in a vision a man named Ananias come in and lay his hands on him so that he might regain his sight.. I must go on boasting. It is important to distinguish new-age teachings like "visualization" from having God-given hazon visions. 12:20). And the armies of heaven, arrayed in fine linen, white and pure, were following him on white horses. Instead of allowing negativity to overtake him. We are in a time of great persecution for believers in Jesus Christ. Though there is nothing to be gained by it, I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord. Third, we need light for the illumination of the things that are unveiled to us. Besides, while he was sitting on the judgment seat, his wife sent word to him, Have nothing to do with that righteous man, for I have suffered much because of him today in a dream., Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, bright as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb. Isaiah can seem intimidating. I G As you craft your message or series, here are 10 Scriptures to reflect on and consider sharing: 1. 1 Samuel 17:1-11 NKJV Now the Philistines gathered their armies together to battle, and were gathered at Sochoh, which belongs to Judah; they encamped between Sochoh and Azekah, in Ephes Dammim. Then I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse! Matthew 17:1-9 KJV. And the LORD answered me: "Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it. Then as I looked its wings were plucked off, and it was lifted up from the ground and made to stand on two feet like a man, and the mind of a man was given to it. Required fields are marked *. In 1792, when Carey preached on this verse, the title of his message was: "Expect Great Things from God; Attempt Great things for God". Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint, but blessed is he who keeps the law. Vision is not just about reaching a goal; its about fulfilling Gods desire for your church. This passage provides a snapshot and a template: discipleship, fellowship, prayer, Spirit reliance, compassion, worship and evangelism. Influence Magazine & The Healthy Church Network
Thus says the Lord,For three transgressions of the sons of Ammon and for fourI will not revoke its punishment,Because they ripped open the pregnant women of GileadIn order to enlarge their borders. The oracle of him who hears the words of God, who sees the vision of the Almighty, falling down with his eyes uncovered: Then I saw another angel flying directly overhead, with an eternal gospel to proclaim to those who dwell on earth, to every nation and tribe and language and people. Who will not fear, O Lord, and glorify your name? Yet, it is possible to live with this personal appreciation of grace and still have too narrow a perspective. Ignorance, they say, is a disease. The Mission-Driven Life (Colossians 4:2-6) "Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. Believe God. Daniel 7:13-14 Helpful Not Helpful "I saw in the night visions, and behold, with the clouds of heaven there came one like a son of man, and he came to the Ancient of Days and was presented before him. Visit the Bible online to search for words if you dont know the specific passage yourre looking for. He made it known by sending his angel to his servant John. .do something you've never done. There are many times when we get caught up in our worlds and forget about others around us. The problem is that you dont have the capacity to receive the fifty gallons. This scripture encourages us not to be visionless but should always make plans and see visions about our lives. From my distress I called upon the Lord;The Lord answered me and set me in a large place. These are one of the powerful works of God. Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, for many false prophets have gone out into the world. 5 Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. . When you make your own plans to manifest your vision, you force those plans into your own timetable and can possibly delay or detour your destiny. The Bible says that if you want to be fruitful in your life, you need to see what God has already done through others to be an encourager and a follower of Jesus. N "For the Lord does nothing without revealing his secret to his servants the prophets. And I saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. 1:18, note 2 ). This was about grace extending. Do not be dismayed by them, lest I dismay you before them., Jeremiah 14:14 And the Lord said to me: The prophets are prophesying lies in my name. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. In verse 10 he says, "I'm going to save my family and nation.". Isaiah For You: Enlarging Your Vision of Who God Is (God's Word For You) Kindle Edition by Tim Chester (Author) Format: Kindle Edition 33 ratings Part of: God's Word For You (34 books) Kindle $2.99 Read with Our Free App Paperback $17.57 21 Used from $12.31 23 New from $12.31 Expository Bible-study guide to Isaiah. In life, one doesnt have to be visionless because, without vision, we can perish. And the beast was captured, and with it the false prophet who in its presence had done the signs by which he deceived those who had received the mark of the beast and those who worshiped its image. Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. There are six key areas of vision that help to keep the followers motivated. He knew that the body is meaningless without sight and hearing. Above him stood the seraphim. Micah summarizes Gods will for His people this way: He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. It is true, according to the scripture, that the vision God has for us is of good and not evil; our physical eyes might not see it until we key into his vision and ask him for directions to know what he has for us. And Peter said to Jesus, Lord, it is good that we are here. Grace demands that I enlarge my vision. I'm blind, and without the gospel I'll live in darkness. Acts 9:12 And he has seen in a vision a man named Ananias come in and lay his hands on him so that he might regain his sight. Let us rise against her for battle!. The apostle Peter preached that the resurrected Son of God "is Lord of all " (Acts 10:36). What does the Bible say about your vision? The LORD lifts up those who are bowed down; God had already seen every detail of your life, plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, 27 Bible Verses To Keep Evil Spirits Away, 21 Bible Verses About Caring For The Vulnerable, 21 Inspiring Bible Verses About Unity And Working Together. The one sitting on it is called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he judges and makes war. And he became hungry and wanted something to eat, but while they were preparing it, he fell into a trance and saw the heavens opened and something like a great sheet descending, being let down by its four corners upon the earth. I know that wherever I go, His goodness and mercy follow me. When you enlarge your vision, you are increasing your capacity to receive so that you can take hold of the blessings He has in store for you! I saw the Lord standing beside the altar, and he said: Strike the capitals until the thresholds shake, and shatter them on the heads of all the people; and those who are left of them I will kill with the sword; not one of them shall flee away; not one of them shall escape. There is time for everything under the sun. The image below reveals the locations of each occurrence. These bible verses will give you a biblical goal-setting principle that will work as a framework for your new goal-setting agenda. Gods power is at work in us, and He wants to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine.. Make me fully alive to your destiny in my life. The Lord hides us some things so we can believe that he has good things in stock for us. Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint, Z. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. Replace them with something higher, or transmute them to a higher level of consciousness (a discussion for another time). Fear of failure & rejection. Now there was a disciple at Damascus named Ananias. But inevitably, somewhere in the mix, comes the sneering remark, "Faith is just a crutch for the weak!". Anticipation is looking forward to something that is set to happen in the future. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly. He is clothed in a robe dipped in blood, and the name by which he is called is The Word of God. For when I am weak, then I am strong. And he said, Hear my words: If there is aprophetamong you, I the Lord make myself known to him in a vision; I speak with him in a dream. And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions.. trust in him and he will do this. As we do the work of ministry, we should continually ask God to align our desires with His. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal. Bible Commentary Bible Verses Devotionals Faith Prayers Coloring Pages Pros and Cons, 1 Corinthians 7:15 Meaning of If an Unbelieving Spouse Leaves, 50 Biblically Accurate Facts About Angels in the Bible, 50 Most Profitable Youth Group Fundraising Ideas for Your Church, 250 Ice Breaker Questions for Teen Youth Groups, 25 Important Examples of Pride in the Bible, Why Jesus Wept and 11 Lessons from His Tears, 25 Different Ways to Worship God and Praise the Lord. He mourned, but he also fasted and prayed. Lord, I praise you for inviting me into your eternal purpose. 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