EPIC
While making the bed early this morning [Note: Belinda has trained me so well!], I heard a word inwardly, not audibly, that resonated from deep within my spirit. The word that captivated and stirred me so is “epic.” It means “impressively great” and it is synonymous with “monumental, gargantuan, spectacular, colossal and awesome.” (Dictionary.com – Thesaurus.com)
As I
considered the context of this word in my own life experience, my mind
immediately traveled to our favorite venue for cruise vacations, Norwegian
Cruise Lines. My wife and I love taking
holidays on NCL’s ocean-going vessels because they are affordable and
all-inclusive of lodging, meals and various forms of entertainment. But here is what I find most fascinating
about the word that engaged my spirit this morning. Just a few years ago, NCL launched “EPIC,”
their flagship vessel, featuring 20 restaurants, an incredible array of
entertainment options and a 4,100 passenger capacity.
We
are not planning a family vacation in the near future, so I pondered the reason
why this word, this name, “EPIC,” had stirred me profoundly. As usual, our GOD seems to be up to something
behind the scenes. “Exactly what is it?”
I quietly wondered. Then it came to me
like a flash. I am convinced that GOD is
now making some EPIC plans, that is, He is pulling together some truly
gargantuan, colossal, monumental and awesome opportunities for you and I to completely
fulfill our mission, our purpose, our destiny within the magnificent Kingdom of
God!
It
may seem like a small matter to some, but this simple realization literally
caused me to take a few dance steps around my office desk, especially as the
Holy Spirit recalled one of my favorite scriptures! “For I know [GOD knows] the
plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm
you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11, NIV)
In
light of God’s secret preparations and His public promises, there is only one
question worth asking: “ARE YOU IN?”
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