Prophetic Scripture:
Acts 9:3 (KJV) [Acts (to practice)] [Portrays Christ as "The Living Lord"]
It’s
Your God Moment!
“Get
ready, says the Lord, for surprise and sudden moments when I shall step in and
change your course. Even when it seems a certain path is taking shape, so shall
Jehovah interrupt it and undo what is in motion and you will surely say, “This
has been my God moment!”
Prophetic Scripture
…And suddenly there shined round about him a light
from heaven (Acts 9:3).
Acts
9 is about the conversion of Saul. Before Saul, a Benjamite, son of Kish, was
converted to the Apostle Paul, while he was doing everything he could to come
against God’s church. Saul was doing
exactly what his name meant, which was asked
for; desired; requested; demanded. He was doing the action of the will in
attaining that which it desires and demanded. He was representing the will functioning
in the limitations of personality.
He
was on a determined path, at least until God interrupted him. We know the story
in Acts 9 about how God met him on the road to Damascus. He had a “God moment”
when a heavenly light suddenly appeared out of Heaven.
How
many know that Light in Greek is phos, meaning, to shine or make manifest
especially by rays; luminousness, fire, light. (Hebrews
12:29) Our God is a consuming fire.
Light
also means to be emitted by a lamp (Psalm 119:105) Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my
path.
That
one encounter with God changed Saul’s entire life from that point forward, and
the current path he was on was no longer relevant. Many people in the Bible had
similar God moments that changed their
entire course.
A God moment is a sudden encounter with
God that changes everything before you. It may come as a sudden revelation, a
vision, dream, a prophecy received, or even as a sudden miracle. The key is,
when God steps in this way, you know that everything has changed for the
better. Begin to decree that you shall experience God moments when the Lord will step in and interrupt you, and it
will undo things the devil has set in motion against you. Talking about “It’s Your God moment!”
Greater
Works, for those here in my presence, for those that are on Zoom today, and those that are reading this right now, we are going to explore a powerful theme:
"It's Your God Moment." Each
of us have moments in our lives when we feel a divine calling or a special
purpose that God has set before us. These moments are not coincidental; they
are opportunities for us to step into our destiny and fulfill God's plan for
our lives.
First: Understanding Your God Moment
A "God Moment" is a time when you feel God's presence guiding you, challenging you, and calling you to act. These moments can come in various forms—a nudge to help someone in need, a sudden realization of your purpose, or an unexpected opportunity that aligns with your passions and talents. It's in these moments that we are called to respond with faith and courage.
Let's look at some examples from the Bible where individuals experienced their God Moments:
1. Moses and the Burning Bush (Exodus 3:1-4): Moses encountered God in the form of a burning
bush. This was his God Moment, where
he was called to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. Despite his initial
reluctance, Moses stepped into his calling and became one of the greatest
leaders in biblical history.
2. Esther's Bold Decision (Esther
4:14): Queen Esther faced a critical God
Moment when she had to decide whether to risk her life to save her people.
Her cousin Mordecai reminded her, "And
who knows but that you have come to your royal position for such a time as
this?" Esther's courage and faith led to the salvation of the Jewish
people.
3. Peter Walking on Water (Matthew
14:28-29): When Jesus walked on water, Peter experienced a God Moment. He asked Jesus to command
him to walk on water, and with faith, he stepped out of the boat. Though he
faltered, this moment strengthened his faith and reliance on Jesus.
Peter
had another God moment (Acts
10:9-17): When he saw the great sheet, come down out of
Heaven. He saw heaven opened, and a
certain vessel descending unto him, as it had been a great sheet knit at the
four corners and let down to the earth.
4. Satan himself experienced a God Moment (Luke 4:1-11): When he offered everything he had to Jesus in one moment. Vs 1: And Jesus being full of the Holy Ghost returned from Jordan, and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness: vs 2: Being forty days tempted of the devil. And in those days he did eat nothing: and when they were ended, he afterward hungered. Vs 3: And the devil said unto him, “If thou be the Son of God, command this stone that it be made bread".
I can go on and on and on about biblical God moments. Same God then same God now! Your life is shaped by critical moments. We’ve seen barren wombs bring forth, minds that were perplexed restored, sickness as far as cancers, their bodies healed. But how many know “The Great Physician” stepped in. Then the enemy tried to hit us with a Lazarus moment, but how many know the Resurrection (Christ), called our family member forth and he was resurrected from the dead!!! Hallelujah! When you know that you know…..those were “God Moments!”
What
will you do with the moments of decision that God gives you?
Luke 4:4-8: Vs 4: And Jesus answered him (the
devil), saying, “It is written, that man shall not live by bread alone,
but by every word of God.” Vs 8: And Jesus answered and said unto
him, “Get thee behind me, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the
Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.”
Second: “Recognizing Your God Moment”:
How
can we recognize our God Moments in our daily lives? Here are a few signs:
A
Sense of Urgency: You may feel an overwhelming urge to
act or make a decision.
Psalm 61:2: From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee,, when my heart is
overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is
higher than I:
vs 3: For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the
enemy.
This
verse expresses a cry for help when feeling overwhelmed, seeking refuge in God.
Philippians 4:4: Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, rejoice. Vs 5: Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. Vs 6: Be careful for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanks giving, let you requests be made known unto God. Vs 7: And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
This scripture encourages you to turn to prayer when feeling overwhelmed by finding peace in God.
Third: Confirmation through Prayer: Is also a sign when you seek God's guidance
in prayer, you may receive a clear sense of direction.
Here Mark emphasizes the importance of believing in the
power of prayer and trusting that God will answer your requests.
Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which
strengtheneth me.
Meaning, whatever I have, wherever I am, I can make it through anything in the One who makes me who I AM!
Hallelujah!!!
Fourth: Alignment with Scripture: Another sign in recognizing Your God Moment:
Your God Moment will align with biblical principles and God's
word.
Matthew 6:33: But
seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things
shall be added unto you. Vs 34: Take
therefore no thought for the morrow: for
the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.
When
you put God first, He will take care of the other details in life.
Deuteronomy 28 is clear: All God’s blessing will come on
us and overtake us if we listen to and obey the voice of the Lord our God. That
means we must (it’s imperative; not
optional) align ourselves with the Will of God to be blessed by God.
Fifth: Peace Amidst Fear: Is another sign in Recognizing Your God Moment: Even if the moment feels daunting,
frightening, or intimidating you will experience a sense of peace and assurance
that God is with you.
John 14:27: Peace I leave with you, my
peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your
heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Meaning
Jesus offers a peace that surpasses worldly understanding, even in times of
fear and turmoil.
Isaiah 26:3: Thou
will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusts in thee.
Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but
in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be
made known unto God. Vs 7: And the peace of God, which passes all
understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Last: Responding to Your God Moment:
When
you understand and recognize your God Moment, it's essential to respond with faith and action:
Trust in God's Plan: Believe that God has a purpose for you
and that He will equip you for the task ahead.
God
is saying, that He knows the plans He have for you, declares the Lord, plans to
prosper you and not to harm you: plans
to give you hope and a future.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all
thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. Vs 6: In
all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
God
is saying, just submit to me and he will make your paths straight.
When
things don’t go the way, we want them to, it’s hard for us to see the reason
why things happened the way they did. But it’s in these moments that we have to
give praise and thanks to God for what we do have and thank Him for things not
being worse than they are. We also must trust that God will work things for our
good through our hardships. God allows trials as a purging process and to teach
us.
***Take a Step of Faith: Like Peter stepping out of the boat: take
that first step, even if it feels uncertain.
2nd Corinthians 5:7: For
we walk by faith, not by sight. Signifying that we must trust God even when we cannot fully see the
outcome, essentially, taking a step based on faith alone.
Hebrews 11:1: Now faith is the substance
of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Meaning, faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.
A decision of the will or act of what
the mind believes is true.
***Seek Support: Is
another way to respond to Your God Moment:
Surround yourself with a community of believers who can encourage and support
you in your journey.
Matthew 7:7: Ask,
and it shall be given you; seek, and you shall find; knock, and it shall be
opened unto you: vs 8:
For every one that asks receives: and he
that seeks finds: and to him that knocks,
it shall be opened.
Jesus
promises that our prayers will not go unheard. When we ask for help, seek answers,
and knock on the door of opportunity, we can trust that God will respond. This promise
encourages us to rely on prayer and faith in times of need, as we can
experience God’s faithfulness and support in our lives.
***Stay Connected to God: Continue to seek God's guidance through
prayer, scripture, and worship.
It
takes abiding in the Father! It’s not enough for Him to be in you, you must get
on the inside of Him. You become Him and He becomes you. That’s being one with
The Father. Being one with God doesn’t
put us above Him. He’s El’Yon Yavah,
meaning, He’s the Most High!! It only
puts us in the oneness of the Spirit with Him. Yet giving us the authority and
power to manifest a personality trait of Yahvah, without one trace of evil!!!
I’m
going to close with Isaiah 45:7: I form the light, and create
darkness: I make peace, and create
evil: I the LORD do all these
things. Vs
8: Drop down, you heavens,
from above, and let the skies pour down righteousness: let the earth open, and let them bring forth
salvation, and let righteousness spring up together; I the LORD have created
it. Vs
9: Woe unto him that strives
with his Maker! Let the potsherd strive
with the potsherds of the earth. Shall
the clay say to him that fashions it, “What make thou?” Or thy work, He hath no hands? Vs 10: Woe unto him that says unto his father,
“What beget thou?” Or to the woman,
“What have thou brought forth?” Vs 11:
Thus says the LORD, the Holy One of Israel, and his Maker, Ask me of things to
come concerning my sons, and concerning the work of my hands, command ye me.”
Meaning, the clay is not the one that made himself but “The Father!”
"It's
Your God Moment", is
a reminder that God has a unique plan for each of us. We are called to
recognize these moments, trust in His guidance, and respond with faith and
courage. Let us be open to His call and ready to step into our destiny, knowing
that He is with us every step of the way.
Heavenly
Father, we thank you for the moments when you call us to step into your purpose
for our lives. Give us the faith and courage to recognize and respond to these God Moments. Guide us, strengthen us,
and help us to trust in your plan. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Come
On And Give Our Father The Highest Praise!!!!
Assist
Pastor,
Jackie
Burton
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