God is capable of moving heaven and earth for His people, for those who seek and love Him. Throughout the Christian journey, to achieve God’s purposes, we often need to go through processes that strengthen our faith, deepen our experience, and draw us closer to Him.
For My thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways My ways, says the Lord. (Isaiah 55:8)
God’s ways and thoughts are infinitely higher than ours. He often leads us down unexpected paths to fulfill His divine purposes in our lives.
God Leads Us to the Desert
And Moses said to the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which He will accomplish for you today. For the Egyptians whom you see today, you shall see again no more forever. The Lord will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace.” (Exodus 14:13-14)
In the process of delivering the Israelites, God led them to the desert to refine their faith and obedience to His word.
But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. (Hebrews 11:6)
God wanted the Israelites to trust completely in His power and protection. The desert is a place of learning, where we are taught not to fear those who can harm us, for our God is infinitely greater to deliver His people.
Moreover, the desert makes us steadfast and constant in God’s presence. Our faith must not waver but remain unshakable.
Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. (1 Corinthians 15:58)
In the desert, we also learn that we do not fight our battles alone; it is God who fights for us, making us more than conquerors.
God Leads Us to the Jordan
And Elisha sent a messenger to him, saying, “Go and wash in the Jordan seven times, and your flesh shall be restored to you, and you shall be clean.” (2 Kings 5:10)
There are moments in the Christian life when we are called to plunge into the Jordan River. Like Naaman, we may not carry a physical illness, but something far worse: an inflated ego, pride, and arrogance. Naaman believed everything should happen according to his will, in his timing, and in his way. In the walk of faith, we often behave this way or encounter others with such attitudes.
This is why God leads us to the Jordan, a name meaning “the one that descends.” Plunging into the Jordan is an invitation to humility, recognizing that everything happens according to God’s will and divine purpose.
The Jordan brings brokenness to our hearts, dismantles our “self,” and leads us to acknowledge God’s greatness and mercy. Naaman thought he needed only to be healed of his leprosy, but God wanted to transform his inner being, fostering humility and brokenness. Every plunge into the “river that descends” is an opportunity for spiritual brokenness and life transformation. So, dive into the rivers of the Spirit!
God Leads Us to the Potter’s House
And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter; so he made it again into another vessel, as it seemed good to the potter to make. (Jeremiah 18:4)
We are brought to the potter’s house because, in God’s hands, we are broken and remade as new vessels according to His will. This molding process perfects us, transforming us into vessels filled with God’s presence.
At the potter’s house, we learn to surrender to God’s purpose, allowing Him to shape us for His plans.
God Leads Us Through Storms
On one occasion, Jesus told His disciples, “Let us cross over to the other side of the lake.” Suddenly, a great storm arose, and the waters began to flood the boat. In that moment, God teaches us that He is always in our boat, walking by our side.
And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. (Romans 8:28)
In the race of faith, there will be times when God is by our side, but also times when He watches us from afar. We will walk through deserts, plunge into the Jordan, visit the potter’s house, and face storms. In all these scenarios, God is present, even when we experience His silence.
Like a father watching his child’s first steps, God accompanies us. There will be moments when we walk hand in hand with Him, but also moments when we walk alone, with God observing in silence, as He seeks to build experience and unshakable faith in us.
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. (Isaiah 41:10)
Lessons from the Battles
When we stumble, acknowledge our mistakes, and ask God for strength, He, like a father, takes our hand and lifts us up. Every desert, Jordan, potter’s house, or storm has a divine purpose.
Job teaches us to accept God’s purposes, even in suffering.
But he said to her, “You speak as one of the foolish women speaks. Shall we indeed accept good from God, and shall we not accept adversity?” In all this Job did not sin with his lips. (Job 2:10)
David, before facing Goliath, fought a bear and a lion in the fields, which gave him the experience and courage to defeat the Philistine giant. The battles we faced yesterday were training for the victories we achieve today.
Conclusion: Do Not Give Up!
Do not give up! Walk through the desert, dive into God’s river, visit the potter’s house, and face the storms. Beyond the storms, there is a God who will make brighter days dawn in your life. Trust in God’s purposes, for all things work together for the good of those who love Him.
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