Day 40 - Blessing and Promise of Vision

Blessing and Promise of Vision

Where there is no vision, the people perish...
Proverbs 29:18

Does this ring a bell? What is meant by “vision” and “perish?” A quick look at the New Century Version can expand and elevate our understanding.

Where there is no word from God, people are uncontrolled, but those who obey what they have been taught are happy.

This “vision” that people need is not a new, trendy statement that can be easily posted or tweeted. The vision we need is a clear word from God. We need his guidance for how to live our lives and his direction to make the most of our time on earth. Our happiness is directly tied to the vision, or the word from God.

A quick story about guidance and vision.

Auto mechanics dread trying to diagnose and fix electrical problems. They can be so difficult to track down. Once, after rebuilding an engine for my truck, I was attempting to start it for the first time. The engine would crank, but would not start. I reached out to my dad (a master mechanic) for help. He studied the situation for a few moments and then said, “You have your wires crossed on the coil.” I thought, “Could it be that simple?” I trusted his guidance and switched the wires. As soon as I turned the key, the engine roared to life! I just needed a little guidance when I had my wires crossed.

It is easy to get our wires crossed in life. We get mixed up about what is right and wrong or about what is important or unimportant. It is easy to get confused. This concept holds true when we apply it to our church. Are we on point with the mission of God revealed in Jesus Christ? I believe there is a “holy restlessness” in our hearts, stirring us to reconnect with his mission in a fresh way.... something inside that says, “There has to be more we could be doing for the cause of Christ!”

This prayer and action guide is all about reconnecting in a fresh way with the vision of God. The leadership of our church dedicated themselves to prayer and fasting for the past four months, repenting and recommitting ourselves to God's vision. During the next 40 days, we will dedicate ourselves as a church family to reconnecting with the vision of God. I am so excited for the opportunity to make this journey with you!

Your Mission
Stop and say a prayer right now, asking God to grant you—and our church leaders—clarity and wisdom to envision the future.