THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS - Pt. II

THE CONSTRUCTION PROCESS - Pt. II

In spite of the fact that the construction zone is an apparent ‘mess’ to the unimaginative eye, both order and destiny are embedded within the blueprint that is designed by the master architect.  Our God, the Supreme Architect, simultaneously breathes purpose and completion into our life processes via the blueprint of His Word.  The principle issue for us humans is to refocus our vision, i.e. to redirect our eyes from the zonal chaos and to fasten them on The Christ.  In the words of the Apostle Paul, “for I KNOW whom I have believed, and am persuaded that HE IS ABLE to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day.” (II Timothy 1:12)  Such intimate knowledge automatically triggers absolute confidence.  Paul confirms this: “Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.” (Philippians 1:6)

As children of The Creator, despite the fact that our lives are under construction, we have the fundamental right and spiritual authority to CALL “those things which be not as though they were.” (Romans 4:17)  That is, God allows us ‘developing disciples’ to “decree a thing” with the promise that “it shall be established.” (Job 22:28)  As a result of this Word-of-faith benefit, WEAK people can SAY authoritatively “I am strong!”  SICK people can SAY “I am healed!”  And POOR people can say “I am rich!”  What I love about this is COVENANT PRIVILEGE is the fact that, while Satan makes his best effort to “kill, steal and destroy” and to bring us once again under the power, penalty, practice and condemnation for sin, we are enabled to PROCLAIM “Not so Satan…because I HAVE BEEN REDEEMED!” (John 10:10)  Well, I feel like shouting “Hallelujah” in the wake of that revelation, so I might as well go on and do it.  HALLELUJAH!!!  Thank God, I have been redeemed!

This redemptive CHRIST CONNECTION is the practical manifestation of a blood covenant and transfusion.  That is, we have become ONE again with the FATHER (AT-ONE-MENT) because we have been “accepted IN the BELOVED” SON, in whom the FATHER is “well pleased.” (Ephesians 1:6 and Matthew 17:5)  As such, we become permanently positioned “IN CHRIST” (Who is the propitiation for our sins), and we are no longer subject to satanic condemnation or spiritual death.  And incredibly enough, this is our sure and steadfast heritage, even though we experience our daily lives within the confines of THE CONSTRUCTION ZONE! (II Corinthians 5:17 and Romans 8:1 and Romans 6:23)

Herein lies a pivotal decision point.  WHOSE REPORT will you BELIEVE…about YOURSELF?  Do you believe the cynical suggestions of Satan, who constantly wages war against the seed of the Word that is planted (and is alive) within us?  Or, on the other hand, do you choose to believe the life-giving REPORT OF THE LORD?  Prayerfully read these powerful words penned by Psalmist David, and see if you can discern God’s will for your life:

Psalm 103:1-5
1 Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.
2 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:
3 Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;
4 Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies;
5 Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle’s.

Wow!  God’s plans for us are truly awesome, aren’t they?  Just think; GOD offers all of this to us WHILE WE ARE IN PROCESS…INSIDE THE CONSTRUCTION ZONE.  I am ecstatic about digging deeper into the details of this divine covenant because it is literally loaded with AMAZING BENEFITS.

Sisters and brothers, be continually blessed, and please (above all else) MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO MEET OUR SOON COMING KING. Maranatha!  Stay tuned…more to come tomorrow!