More of God

"Lord I pray for more of You in my life". That was the first prayer I prayed this morning as I sat and waited on God. At first I didn't sense anything, but then all of a sudden the Holy Spirit came. I felt the power of His presence. It was like electricity going through my entire body. How wonderful it is to be in His presence!

As I was sitting there, God gave me a picture of a man who was kind of dirty and his face was expressionless. He seemed depressed and there was a sense of sadness and a lack of hope in his life. Then I was surprised to see a sandwich appear. The man picked it up and started eating it. I thought the whole scenario was a little odd, but as I continued to view the scene I could see a smile and a sign of hope this sandwich was giving this man. Then the picture faded, but I could still sense God's presence with me. I know God was trying to speak to me through these pictures, but I could only guess that He might be revealing something that could be a future ministry opportunity for me or our church body.

God is with us 24/7 and He will guide and direct each of us through this journey called "life". We only need to ask and seek Him. This verse came to mind as I'm writing this: "Behold I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him and he with me." (Rev. 3:20)
We often times think of this verse as evangelistic, but the Lord was addressing this to believers at the church in Laodicea who were Christians that were nether hot or cold - just luke warm. Yuk!!!

My hope and desire is to always be in God's presence and to be on fire for Him! I hope that this might be your desire also. Would you join me in seeking after His Kingdom and intimacy with Jesus? Each of us is special and unique in our way of hearing from God. Some will receive pictures from God just like He gave me today. Others will get a word, color, a feeling or sense or for some might be able to hear His "small still voice". Whatever way God speaks to you, seek after Him. God will meet you where you're at and He will make a big impact on your life as well as the lives of others. Would you join me and pray the prayer I prayed today for your own life - "Lord I pray for more of You in my life"? See what marvelous and wonderful things He can and will do in your life.

Blessings,
Ray