We must be able to see the approaching field
Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see (1)
♬ Hymn for scheduled worship: Korean/English Hymnal #502 Heralds of the Light, Be Swift (#259 in previous version)
The Bible reads, “Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” So your vision is very similar to faith. We must be able to view the future realistically to gain strength to live today. How can you pull the future forward to today?
1. We must hold to the evidences
We must hold onto evidences daily. Every morning, we must review where we will be going and who we will be meeting throughout our days. Regardless of who we meet, immense works will arise if we share the grace that we have received. In addition, all those who meet us need the blessings and grace that come from God. Uncovering this is today’s evangelism. We must also hold onto today’s Word daily as evidence. Meditating on the pulpit message and reading the Bible are also good alternatives. Moreover, we must challenge in today’s prayer by discovering prayer topics through the tasks we have to do that day. Applying this in our daily lives will allow us to see the field. This is the path to success.
2. Guidance of the Holy Spirit
It is crucial to receive the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We will undoubtedly be able to discover disciples if we receive the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Those who find disciples in the field are called evangelists, and the gathering of disciples in the field is called the regional church. It follows that the work of aiding those disciples to gain strength in their lives is an important ministry. We must realize this to receive the accurate guidance of the Holy Spirit and see the field as it is.
3. Filling of the Holy Spirit
We must open up our eyes to see the field. Because we must save the places that are near us as well as far away from us, we must open our eyes to see the age. The filling of the Holy Spirit is opening our eyes to see the age and seeking today’s evangelism, Word and prayer in our daily lives. We will save the field when we truly experience this. This is where limitless strength comes from. We must enjoy the thorough life of an evangelist in our personal lives and start praying to discover the disciples in the field. Henceforth, we must make the elite lifestyle part of our nature. Like the elite, we must attain reasonable attitudes and utilize our free time efficiently. In addition, we must maintain our stamina through exercise. We must not lose hold of the fact that today is the most important time schedule and opportunity.
● Forum Topic - What is the field that will unfold before you like? Hold to the necessity of being able to see the field and meditate upon it.
College Retreat Field Team Message / 2010.2.2