Just because we can't see it doesn't mean it isn't real.
"The wind blows where it wishes and you hear the sound of it, but do not know where it comes from and where it is going; so is everyone who is born of the Spirit." ( John 3:8 )
The effects of the wind are observable but the wind is invisible. The effects of the Spirit are also observable but the Spirit is not. And so it is with those of us who are born of the Spirit - we are born along by the "wind of the Spirit" and, while we can observe the results, we cannot see the Spirit which moves us along.
None would question the reality of the wind because we have all seen evidence of its existence - rustling leaves, dust, the sound of its moving. There is also ample evidence of the Spirit in the life of the believer - well-timed words, being "in the right place at the right time", deeds of compassion, and lifestyle and words that proclaim the gospel.
To be "born again" ( John 3;3,5 ) is to enter into a new, invisible realm. It's like a ship at sea guided by a propeller and rudder - the movements are easily evident but the forces directing the movements are hidden below the surface.
Those who are born of the Spirit don't fully understand the direction of their lives. My family and I have been moved from place to place over the past thirty years, and some of the movements remain a mystery to this day. Why were we several years in some places, and only a few short years in others? Why were we pulled away from dear friends we had just begun to know? Why was some work left apparently incomplete? On the surface these movements seem erratic, but below the surface are forces moving along a steady course.
"Many are the plans in a man's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails." ( Proverbs 19:21-NIV )
Each of us have dreams, goals and aspirations too numerous to count or act upon. But within each spiritual person are those plans that are destined for action. Undeniable doors of opportunity open. Resources become available. Partners with similar dreams and plans come alongside us. The Spirit is clearly moving us along on a predetermined course.
I stand in amazement at the way of the Spirit but, more importantly, I stand in amazement at the One who is daily teaching me the way of the Father's Spirit. I thank Him for what He is teaching me even now as I write His words. May this day be for you a day of wonder and amazement as you feel the propeller and rudder of the Spirit guiding you on path determined for your life today.
Steve
"The wind blows where it wishes and you hear the sound of it, but do not know where it comes from and where it is going; so is everyone who is born of the Spirit." ( John 3:8 )
The effects of the wind are observable but the wind is invisible. The effects of the Spirit are also observable but the Spirit is not. And so it is with those of us who are born of the Spirit - we are born along by the "wind of the Spirit" and, while we can observe the results, we cannot see the Spirit which moves us along.
None would question the reality of the wind because we have all seen evidence of its existence - rustling leaves, dust, the sound of its moving. There is also ample evidence of the Spirit in the life of the believer - well-timed words, being "in the right place at the right time", deeds of compassion, and lifestyle and words that proclaim the gospel.
To be "born again" ( John 3;3,5 ) is to enter into a new, invisible realm. It's like a ship at sea guided by a propeller and rudder - the movements are easily evident but the forces directing the movements are hidden below the surface.
Those who are born of the Spirit don't fully understand the direction of their lives. My family and I have been moved from place to place over the past thirty years, and some of the movements remain a mystery to this day. Why were we several years in some places, and only a few short years in others? Why were we pulled away from dear friends we had just begun to know? Why was some work left apparently incomplete? On the surface these movements seem erratic, but below the surface are forces moving along a steady course.
"Many are the plans in a man's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails." ( Proverbs 19:21-NIV )
Each of us have dreams, goals and aspirations too numerous to count or act upon. But within each spiritual person are those plans that are destined for action. Undeniable doors of opportunity open. Resources become available. Partners with similar dreams and plans come alongside us. The Spirit is clearly moving us along on a predetermined course.
I stand in amazement at the way of the Spirit but, more importantly, I stand in amazement at the One who is daily teaching me the way of the Father's Spirit. I thank Him for what He is teaching me even now as I write His words. May this day be for you a day of wonder and amazement as you feel the propeller and rudder of the Spirit guiding you on path determined for your life today.
Steve
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