WHEN THE BROOK DRIES UP! In 1 Kings 17, God told the prophet Elijah to go to the brook Cherith and ravens would feed him there. So, Elijah went to the brook Cherith and had provision week after week. He didnt have to go get the food. The ravens came to him. Life was good. Im sure he thought, It doesnt get any better than this. Just as he was about to get comfortable and settle in, God said Alright, Elijah. Now I want you to go to the city of Zarephath.There is a widow who lives there, and she is going to take care of you. In other words, Elijah, I know you like this job. Ive blessed you here, but Ive got a new opportunity. Ive got a promotion. I want you to take a step of faith. Or, Elijah, I know you like these friends. Theyre good people, but its a new season. Im going to close that door and bring some new friends into your life. Elijah could have thought, That couldnt be God. Hes blessed me here. Ive seen His favor. I like this brook. I like these ravens. Im going to stay where I am. Im going to hold on to the old. But the problem is that the ravens quit coming, and the brook dried up. Why? It was temporary provision. That means God has something better, but we have to let go of the old before we can receive the new. If you dont understand that God has something greater in your future, that He has something amazing in front of you, then youll try to hold on to the old and keep things the way they used to be. I know people who are trying to live off of temporary provision or trying to keep the same friends they should have been finished with years ago. They are stuck at the same job that was supposed to be a stepping stone, but they were afraid to move forward. Now theyre trying to get water from a brook thats all dried up. Dont let that be you! Be willing to make changes. God has new ways to bless you, new ideas, new opportunities, new friendships. If youre going to be successful , youve to continually be willing to make adjustments. Pay attention to whats happening in your life and study whats working and whats not working. Sometimes what once was flourishing, what once had Gods favor will start to drag you down. You have to be sensitive enough to realize when a season is over. Dont keep putting time and energy into something thats not going anywhere. Today, if you see some areas where the brook has dried up, recognize that God has something better in your future. Listen to the still, small voice inside and be willing to make adjustments. Most of all, keep your eyes on Jesus because He is the Author and Finisher of your faith, and He will lead you and guide you to your next place of provision. Join us on Facebook Group / Like Our Page TODAYS WORD OF INSPIRATION. Wth Bro Malvin To receive devotionals WhatsApp + 263774 399 535 Prayerline : + 447402 818102 Jesus is the answer ~ the permanent solution!
Posted on: Fri, 12 Sep 2014 22:03:15 +0000
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