Streams in the Desert

God can break the cycles, tear down systems to bring change in circumstances, shifting the atmosphere. He is able. Trouble, adverse situations are often used as an opportunity, vehicle or tool for Him to be glorified. At times running around with so many things to do, we reach a point of exhaustion, feel like giving up, on an emotional roller coaster: frustrated, weak, hungry, thirsty and in need of immediate provisions, streams of healing and refreshing. However, sometimes substitutes are used that does not satisfy the thirsty soul. Jer.2:13. Matt.5:6. God already knows what needs to happen to change the situation. Miracles can be in the hands of people who don't count as being significant. God is concerned about us, He sees, He cares; He already knows just what to do. Expect that every need is already provided. Don't get discouraged in the process, the solution is already completed. When the task seems overwhelming, way over our head, that's when God steps in and asks "What's that you have in your hand?" Surrender every thing to Him and watch multiplication take place. Make use of what we already have instead of focusing on what we do not have. In everything give thanks, during times of being broken, restoration, refreshing of the soul occurs as God leads us in the path of righteousness for His name's sake. The insecurities of challenging times help to define who we really are at the core. Worship warriors will arise to the occasion and fight the good fight of faith for His kingdom's cause.  We are challenged in chaos and not in comfort to continue standing strong on the word of God. Stay focused, stay on course, stay connected to the true power source in Christ. During times of Transition- (gap between seasons); the way we exit determines how we will enter the next season. Praise/ Press through the difficulties of tight/narrow places with a joyful heart and hopeful expectation, having an attitude of"not my will Lord, but Yours be done." God is able to keep us standing. The more excellent way to manage multiplied challenges is through loving God, loving His people. The greatest commandment is to love God and one another. Mk. 12:30,31; Lk. 10:27; Matt. 22:37-39. In so doing, Holy Spirit helps us to become faithful and obedient servants who trust God in every situation. Through worship, praise, prayer we continually stand firm on the promises of God.( 1Cor. 15:58,59, 16:13)
Don't lose heart during desert or wilderness seasons. Hear the word of The Lord saying:
"Forget the former things, do not dwell on the past. See I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland." Isa. 43:18,19.

Season of Refreshing

Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the water; and you who have no money, come buy wine and milk without money and without cost. (Isa.55:1)

Life's challenges, changes experienced during transitional and dry seasons very often can render the soul weary and thirsty.  There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God where the thirsty can be refreshed and restored.  For the weary traveler on the journey, there is an open invitation for the thirsty to drink from healing streams flowing from the river of God. These streams breakthrough every obstacle or any other hindrances in its path. The timing of the Lord is perfect; He already knows the outcome of every situation but will allow conditions that are necessary for growth and promotion.  Pain is a passageway to fulfillment of purpose, although enduring under seasons of tremendous pressure or difficult circumstances, for a moment can leave you feeling thirsty, tired and uncomfortable. At the right time, in the right place, He makes all things work together for His purpose. The Lord is our Shepherd; He restores the soul and leads to quiet streams of refreshing.

I will refresh the weary and satisfy the faint. (Jer.31:25)