The Chase Begins // Tuesday E-Devotion

I have to stay ahead. That is one of the hardest things I do. Dreaming. Thinking. Kickin' life into high gear and doing more for Jesus is my thought right now.

2008 is going to be an awesome year for our church and our family as God is laying some huge things on my heart, but what is on my mind this morning is how we dream, plan and move forward. Question: do we allow God to fill and fulfill our dreams?

Joel 2:28 (nlt) --- Then, after doing all those things,I will pour out my Spirit upon all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy. Your old men will dream dreams,and your young men will see visions.

Yep. These are the last days, and what we do for Jesus makes a huge difference. That is why I am sold out to demonstrating the love of God to our community through The Community Fellowship. That means (1) getting the attention of our community and while we have their attention tell them about Jesus and (2) understanding that the church is to be the most creation institutetion on earth because we have the great message to share. No, that is not arrogant. That is reality.

So, the chase begins. Not only am I pushing myself but I choose to push our church family to new highs of making a difference for Him. Look at the verse above. What does it say about you?

THE KIDS WILL PROPHESY.

THE AGING WILL BE DREAMING.

THE YOUNG WILL SEE VISIONS.

Man, that does light my fire and get me ready for the chase. We are in this together. Touching the world for Jesus is a team sport that takes chasing dreams, sharing the vision and talking all the time of the truth or prophecy. Are we willing to step out of the boat? To get out of the box? To pay the price? To do whatever it takes? Jesus did.

Philippians 2:2 (nlt) --- Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose.

There is more coming. I will share more about 2008 in the coming weeks. But now, we have to make a difference for Jesus today. Right where you are. With the people you are with. Get ready for the chase ... practice makes perfect!

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