Elevation

Proverbs 3:5-6 (New International Version):”Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”

A few weeks ago, I had just completed a huge project that had been due for some time. I had been delaying the submission for some time. However, I realized something important when I finally submitted the project. I could not have reached this level without God from the very beginning. I was so grateful for the Goodness of God in my life despite my weakness in many areas.

Dear readers, do you sometimes realize you are suddenly in a position where grace and favor follow you through? You can’t stop them. This is a season of elevation.

Many times, I wanted to give up this particular project. I did not think I would be capable of finishing it. Today, I realize that the Lord was there. He guided me through despite my weakness.

I was just moved to dedicate today’s note unto the Lord to thank the Lord.

”Thank you Lord for just being there for me.Guiding my footsteps and leading me through. The journey has been very tiring but fulfilling,” R.J.JOHN

When I thought I had finished one phase of my journey, the Holy Spirit rekindled some silent dreams. These dreams were awakened within my Spirit. I felt that new dreams were awakening. I just knew deep within me that a new phase was starting. I was afraid I was not capable of doing it. But the Holy Spirit reminded me He will be there. He will guide me through.

I just wanted to pen down my conversation with the Holy Spirit in today’s note.

Holy Spirit: ”RJ, you are ready for the next phase of your life. You know what you need to do. It is time. It is time for elevation.”

RJ( myself): ”Deep down in my Spirit, I am doubtful, Lord. I am afraid. But since you have said I am ready, I want to be obedient. Yes, I have delayed too long. It is time. ”

Holy Spirit: ”Do not fear. It is time. I will lead you. There will be doors of opportunities opened for you. You can’t stop them. Opportunities will find you. Do not be distracted. As you build my House and my people, I will go before you and your family.”

It was something very deep. It was a mandate given to me many years ago. But I have delayed it because I have 101 reasons and excuses. But indeed, the Lord did not give up on me. I have asked him many times.

”Why me, Lord. I am not capable of completing them.”-RJ

But I guess the Lord works differently. He is so patient with me.

Today, I was just moved to dedicate my life to the Lord. I want to yield myself unto Him. I just know the Lord is there for me. Decided to be obedient to the call.

The word elevation came to my Spirit. Tried to create an image that I imagined in my Spirit. The picture below explains a girl jumping over and elevating herself without support. It is pure faith. With that faith, she crosses over. She is bold and courageous. She is focused and determined to do what the Lord has told her.

Looking back at my life, I have realized His grace was enough. I want to put my past behind me and move ahead. Taking this new mandate given to me.

To all my readers, I would like to share the good news with you. Like the girl above, be the person who can take whatever it is to do what is needed. That includes coming out of your comfort zone. The Holy Spirit is with you. If you embark on a new journey or rekindle some past dreams, the Lord is with you. Be focused and determined. Do not be distracted. The Lord will guide . Opportunities will find you.

Acts chap 1 : 8 ( NIV) But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.

”Abba, help me do what needs to be done. Help me be focused and not be distracted. Let my journey glorify You alone.”Amen.- R.J.JOHN