So let those of us who are spiritually mature and full grown have this mind and hold these convictions; and if any respect you have a different attitude of mind, God will make that clear to you also. Only let us hold true to what we have already attained and walk and order our lives by that. Brethren, together follow my example and observe those who live after the pattern we have set for you. Phil 3:15-21 Amplified Version
When the Lord dropped “there is about to be a shift” in my spirit some months back, I had and still have no idea of the magnitude of this shift or what it would bring, but I do know that it is not a change that I can possibly fathom in the natural or even to a very limited extent, in the spiritual. I can say however, that I see and feel God moving quickly in a direction of change and if I were to use a Cynde vernacular, I’d say, “it’s huge!” To give example of what the subject suggests is in comparison to a street sign warning. It would be one that indicates a change in direction or position ahead on the road that may not be readily apparent or visible and or one indicating any potential conditions requiring special attention. Even though I can’t explain in totality this shift, nor understand it to the fullest, He is moving in a mighty way and moving quickly. We that are spiritual, let us be spiritual still and hear what the Spirit is saying to the church (1 Cor 2:12-13).
I gave thought to how He has given me the words, shifting and transitioning in the past in regards to our situations and circumstances, yet this shift is not of a personal nature in that sense. This shift concerns the entire church, the body of Christ and the direction in which God is affecting and stimulating His people. Now, according to the dictionary, to shift is to move or transfer from one place or position to another or to change in direction or position. Personally, my preference is to change in direction because of what God is speaking to my spirit, and I am anticipating what God is going to bring to fruition not only in our physical churches but in the spiritual church as well.
Even in this passage, Paul tells the Philippians to continue to delight and rejoice yourselves in the Lord, those of you that are in Christ. Also, stay prayerful, focused and watchful. Look out for those who desire to throw you off course and away from what you’ve been taught. Regardless of what things may seem, don’t look back and continue to press forward toward Jesus. Count everything as loss to obtain the privilege of knowing and understanding all that is Christ. Nothing else matters but knowing the excellency of our Saviour. This word again, live and well, comes to us as the children of God. Even though sometimes it seems as if it is too much to bear, we have to remember that it is not about us, it's about the Kingdom. Encouragement, comfort, compassion, understanding, and giving to the necessity of the saints, as well as our brothers and sisters are so important during our walk because we do get discouraged, tired, exhausted, worn out, burned out, drained and disenchanted from the problems, the trials, the situations, and the circumstance of life; our work in the church, stress from the church folk. When I think of the purpose God has for the church, I have to come to myself and I get back on track regardless of what I see or hear in the church or what is going on in the world around me. Our purpose concerning the ministry should not cause us to become weary or weak. The scripture tells us to not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not (Gal 6:9). Hold on to God and His word and remain prayerful, always remembering where our hope lies; it is not in man, it’s in God.
At some point, we have to come to terms with the fact that what we do is for God and for the ministry and not man. The scripture tells us in I Corinthians 15:58, “be you steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as you know that your labor is not in vain.” Only what you do for God is going to last, so continue to stay on course with much fervency, dedication, commitment, and obedience to God. You don’t need to question it, doubt it, or analyze it because when the shift occurs, you’ll want to be a part of what God is doing. Keep in mind, there is a shift ahead, let's be ready.
Until the morning, be blessed,
Cynde
When the Lord dropped “there is about to be a shift” in my spirit some months back, I had and still have no idea of the magnitude of this shift or what it would bring, but I do know that it is not a change that I can possibly fathom in the natural or even to a very limited extent, in the spiritual. I can say however, that I see and feel God moving quickly in a direction of change and if I were to use a Cynde vernacular, I’d say, “it’s huge!” To give example of what the subject suggests is in comparison to a street sign warning. It would be one that indicates a change in direction or position ahead on the road that may not be readily apparent or visible and or one indicating any potential conditions requiring special attention. Even though I can’t explain in totality this shift, nor understand it to the fullest, He is moving in a mighty way and moving quickly. We that are spiritual, let us be spiritual still and hear what the Spirit is saying to the church (1 Cor 2:12-13).
I gave thought to how He has given me the words, shifting and transitioning in the past in regards to our situations and circumstances, yet this shift is not of a personal nature in that sense. This shift concerns the entire church, the body of Christ and the direction in which God is affecting and stimulating His people. Now, according to the dictionary, to shift is to move or transfer from one place or position to another or to change in direction or position. Personally, my preference is to change in direction because of what God is speaking to my spirit, and I am anticipating what God is going to bring to fruition not only in our physical churches but in the spiritual church as well.
Even in this passage, Paul tells the Philippians to continue to delight and rejoice yourselves in the Lord, those of you that are in Christ. Also, stay prayerful, focused and watchful. Look out for those who desire to throw you off course and away from what you’ve been taught. Regardless of what things may seem, don’t look back and continue to press forward toward Jesus. Count everything as loss to obtain the privilege of knowing and understanding all that is Christ. Nothing else matters but knowing the excellency of our Saviour. This word again, live and well, comes to us as the children of God. Even though sometimes it seems as if it is too much to bear, we have to remember that it is not about us, it's about the Kingdom. Encouragement, comfort, compassion, understanding, and giving to the necessity of the saints, as well as our brothers and sisters are so important during our walk because we do get discouraged, tired, exhausted, worn out, burned out, drained and disenchanted from the problems, the trials, the situations, and the circumstance of life; our work in the church, stress from the church folk. When I think of the purpose God has for the church, I have to come to myself and I get back on track regardless of what I see or hear in the church or what is going on in the world around me. Our purpose concerning the ministry should not cause us to become weary or weak. The scripture tells us to not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not (Gal 6:9). Hold on to God and His word and remain prayerful, always remembering where our hope lies; it is not in man, it’s in God.
At some point, we have to come to terms with the fact that what we do is for God and for the ministry and not man. The scripture tells us in I Corinthians 15:58, “be you steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as you know that your labor is not in vain.” Only what you do for God is going to last, so continue to stay on course with much fervency, dedication, commitment, and obedience to God. You don’t need to question it, doubt it, or analyze it because when the shift occurs, you’ll want to be a part of what God is doing. Keep in mind, there is a shift ahead, let's be ready.
Until the morning, be blessed,
Cynde
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