06/04/2017
TEAR DOWN THAT IDOL;
'... THE LORD... IS A JEALOUS GOD.' (EXODUS 34:14).
God is jealous of anything that takes His place in your life, especially a 'relationship idol'.
You say Pastor, 'What's that?'
ANSWER: It's the lie that convinces you your happiness depends on another person.
When you look to somebody other than God for security, purpose, worth and contentment...... all the things God willingly provides.... He's jealous.
SO TEAR DOWN THAT IDOL! I mean whatever is taking the place of God in your life.
Yes, it's hard to have nobody to share your life with, or come home to. But when God wants you to hear His voice, sometimes He silence all the rest.
Has it occurred to you that you're alone, NOT because nobody likes or love you, but because God is drawing you to a deeper place of intimacy with Him?
'How can I know Pastor?' You ask.
ANSWER: JOSHUA was alone when God gave him the plan for conquering Jericho. John was alone on the island of Patmos when Heaven opened and he wrote the book of Revelation. The Bible says, 'Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled with him till daybreak' (Genesis 32:24). That's when God changed his name from Jacob, a deceiver, to Israel, a prince with God.
When you don't know who you are and the purpose why you're here, you'll allow yourself to be swallowed up in somebody else's life in order to find worth and fulfilment. You'll think you need them in order to enjoy being you.
No, let your maker tell you who you really are. After all, who knows you better?
Always remember, Christianity is NOT a popularity contest. It's NOT about those who love you and those who hate you. It's not about how many are with you or against you. It's about He who lives and dwells in you.
The only way you'll discover your true IDENTITY, is by being alone with God! He sees your end from the beginning.
May you find and fulfilled His purpose in your life in Jesus name' Amen. SHALOM!!!
PST MIKE AIKHOMU