READ: JUDE 17-25
There is
hardly anything in creation that has permanent strength. Be it man, animal,
plant or inanimate object designed by men, after expending energy, to remain
functional it must refill from a source. Our Lord Jesus Christ, who is our
perfect example, was no different. He used a spiritual thermometer to gauge his
level of anointing. He knew when each virtue was being released to heal, save
or deliver. He was very careful to prevent complete burn out, and sometimes in
the midst of a very busy ministration, he sneaked out to rest and recoup.
‘And He said to them, “Come aside by yourselves to a deserved place and rest a while.” For there were many coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat.’ (Mark 6:31). The believer is a vessel, a container that the Holy Spirit can fill and thereafter use to accomplish certain good works. But if such a believer does not know when the thermometer is reading ‘red’, he will continue until he attempts to spend what is not there. Be very sensitive to the Holy Spirit. A disciple is not above the master or the servant above his Lord (Matthew 10:24). You cannot know more than Jesus. Apply wisdom today! When your bank account is fully drawn upon, at best you can have a little overdraft but afterwards, any cheque you issue will be returned. When you have exhausted your spiritual reservoir, all your decrees, requests or demands may go dishonoured. Go for a refill.
Jude says: “Build up yourself.” Go to a private place, like your house, where you can access God’s presence undisturbed. Take time to recharge your batteries. Spend quality time praising and worshipping God. Then begin to pray in tongues, by which act Paul says you will build up (edify) your spirit (1 Corinthians 14:4). Also, study God’s Word and commit it to memory and to your heart. His Word is spirit and life. The more of the Word you hide in your spirit, the more of his power and life you will receive. Recharge your battery before you go for another assignment. If your battery is weak, you may be unable to offer any benefit to those you are going to minister to, except noise. If you take time to refill your spiritual containers regularly, you will remain significant in God’s plan. Otherwise you may be discarded. Choose right today.
‘And He said to them, “Come aside by yourselves to a deserved place and rest a while.” For there were many coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat.’ (Mark 6:31). The believer is a vessel, a container that the Holy Spirit can fill and thereafter use to accomplish certain good works. But if such a believer does not know when the thermometer is reading ‘red’, he will continue until he attempts to spend what is not there. Be very sensitive to the Holy Spirit. A disciple is not above the master or the servant above his Lord (Matthew 10:24). You cannot know more than Jesus. Apply wisdom today! When your bank account is fully drawn upon, at best you can have a little overdraft but afterwards, any cheque you issue will be returned. When you have exhausted your spiritual reservoir, all your decrees, requests or demands may go dishonoured. Go for a refill.
Jude says: “Build up yourself.” Go to a private place, like your house, where you can access God’s presence undisturbed. Take time to recharge your batteries. Spend quality time praising and worshipping God. Then begin to pray in tongues, by which act Paul says you will build up (edify) your spirit (1 Corinthians 14:4). Also, study God’s Word and commit it to memory and to your heart. His Word is spirit and life. The more of the Word you hide in your spirit, the more of his power and life you will receive. Recharge your battery before you go for another assignment. If your battery is weak, you may be unable to offer any benefit to those you are going to minister to, except noise. If you take time to refill your spiritual containers regularly, you will remain significant in God’s plan. Otherwise you may be discarded. Choose right today.
MEMORIZE:
JUDE 20 –But you, beloved, building yourselves up on your most holy faith,
praying in the Holy Spirit.
