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If we don’t stand for something, we’re liable to fall for anything.

I find this so true in my own daily walk with the Lord.  Each day I am challenged to stand tall in my faith and mission.  However, amidst this challenge I am faced with lots of “noise” and distractions – caused by busyness, tight schedules, and work loads.  Some of these things tend to direct my attention away from things that most matter in my life – relationships with family, friends, and the Lord.

 Even while serving in church leadership positions, I was subject to lots of noise and distractions.  Even though I was very busy doing “good things”, I believe some of these things kept me from focusing on the Lord and His divine purposes for my life.

Right now, God is doing a new work in my life.  Despite the fact that I have been in ministry since 1977, I realize that I have much more growing to do.  God is writing a “new chapter” in my life’s journey – one that’s transforming me from the inside-out.

This transformation feels more like a “fighting spirit” that’s rising up within me.  I want to fight and engage in serious battle; advancing God’s reign and rule in my life.  Perhaps I have watched too many reruns of Brave Heart, but I feel God encouraging me to fight for the things I truly believe in.

I want to become a stronger believer in the power of the Holy Spirit to transform me into a true ambassador of Jesus Christ.  I want to learn more about “connectivity” and how God orchestrates personal relationships for divine purposes.  I want to become an even stronger advocate for authentic Christian community.  I also want to do more in building coalition forces for advancing the Kingdom of God.

I am deeply inspired and encouraged when I see Christians from different backgrounds willing to “connect”, build relationships, and work together in impacting their communities for Christ.  I have great passion for “relational synergism” – people working together for greater purposes realized only through concerted efforts.  I believe we can do much more together; than alone.

I often wonder how the enemy has got us all wrestling with independent battles; instead of winning interdependent victories.  I believe we are in the midst of great spiritual warfare; and in many respects, greater than anytime in history.  With the soon return of Christ, it is no wonder the enemy is doing everything he can to divide us, distract us, and keep us from “standing together” in battle.

Jesus told us that we must learn to fight: “Do not suppose that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword (Matthew 10:34, NIV).”

The Apostle Paul told us,

“God is strong, and he wants you strong.  So take everything the Master has set out for you, well-made weapons of the best materials.  And put them to use so you will be able to stand up to everything the Devil throws your way.  This is no afternoon athletic contest that we’ll walk away from and forget about in a couple of hours. This is for keeps, a life-or-death fight to the finish against the Devil and all his angels.  Be prepared.  You’re up against far more than you can handle on your own.  Take all the help you can get, every weapon God has issued, so that when it’s all over but the shouting you’ll still be on your feet (Ephes. 6:10-13, MSG).”

Perhaps, now is the time for us to take a serious look at our busyness and independent efforts.  Are we truly busy about God’s business or our own business?  Is the enemy strategically distracting us; misaligning our divine focus and keeping us from accomplishing God’s true purposes?  Are we losing the battle of proper awareness, urgent need, and relevant ministry in contemporary society?

As for me, God is sharpening my focus as to what He envisions for my future in ministry.  He is also speaking to my heart and telling me to get ready for fierce battle; be prepared to stand firm in my resolve.  He tells me that this divine resolve is also being planted in the hearts of others, whom have or will cross my path through divine appointments.

I am ready to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with comrades; marching forward with the Lord. I am ready to engage in warfare; standing back-to-back with fellow Christians on the battlefield.

If we stand together, we will not fall. 

We will become a powerful force of many…moving as one!