How do we seek Jesus? The story of the wise men can give us some direction. God used a sign in nature, the star, to get their attention. God often speaks in a language we understand. These men were astrologists, and God spoke to them through a star. God continues to speak to us through …
The Wise Men experienced a revelation while seeking Jesus as they prepared to return home after their long journey to Bethlehem. The Wise Men had traveled from the east, in the region of Persia, as God stirred their hearts. Then God provided a star as a sign to guide them, like an ancient GPS. When …
It is not uncommon for God to give revelation during praise that grows out of our relationship with Him. As we praise God, He may provide us with insight into how we can make a difference in the lives of those around us or how we can deepen our relationship with Him. Proverbs 2:6 For …
We see how God gives revelation through dreams. Genesis 20: 3 But that night God came to Abimelech in a dream and told him, “You are a dead man, for that woman you have taken is already married!” 4 But Abimelech had not slept with her yet, so he said, “Lord, will you destroy an innocent nation? …
Receiving revelation from God is a gift of the Holy Spirit that indwells every believer. As Philip shared the Good News about Jesus with the Ethiopian eunuch, something began to stir in his heart. Acts 8:36 As they rode along, they came to some water, and the eunuch said, “Look! There’s some water! Why can’t I …
The Lord gives us revelation, which is a blessing and indicates the Lord is at work in our lives. It also tells us that the Lord loves us and wants to help us along our faith journey. Are you struggling and need the Lord’s insight and guidance? As we seek the Lord, He hears our …
Can you be led? Your willingness to allow the Lord to lead you will determine how you live. The Lord has unique plans for us and is always at work around us to help them unfold. To follow the Lord means adjusting our lives to Him. As we go through life, the enemy tempts us …
Being open to spiritual insight can dramatically affect our spiritual life. Spiritual understanding can happen as I read God’s word, wisdom from the Holy Spirit, or have a personal encounter with the Lord. I was on a mission trip where a young man was prayed for because his right arm was impaired after an accident. …
Why does God give revelation? Do you desire revelation from the Lord? Pray and ask the Lord! He loves to hear from His children. For several years I was involved in a weekly discipleship study at a local manufacturing facility. The people who were involved were just beginning their spiritual journey with the Lord. Although …
God desires to give you revelation. I learned this lesson as I led a Bible study that took place in a lunchroom of a small manufacturing facility. The factory workers who joined us for the study were new to the teachings of Jesus and had not grown up in the church. Week after week I …