"Then the LORD answered me and said: 'Write the vision and make it plain on tablets, that he may run who reads it. For the vision is yet for an appointed time; but at the end it will speak, and it will not lie. Though it tarries, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.'" (Habakkuk 2:2–3 NKJV)
The word "vision" in the Hebrew language means "a sight (mentally), i.e. A dream, revelation, or oracle—vision" (Strong's H2377). Many think that a vision is something that is only received by seers, but that is not the case. It can be a promise that you can see with your mind's eye. The Lord has shown it to you; it is still speaking.
I declare to you, it is time to advance into what God has shown you! There is an open Heaven over you, and even now there is a shift in perception and new light coming on your path to reveal the next steps. This happened recently to me, and I believe that sharing it will bring encouragement to many.
The Dawning of Light for a New Day
The Lord gave me a vision (mental picture) some years ago of a new ministry He wanted me to start, but not much else. I had the word, I had a picture of what would be the outcome, but did not yet have the blueprint. Over the next few years, He began to add pieces to it, and then brought others along who could also "see" it.
This process happened in the workplace nearly twenty years ago, where the Lord gave me a vision of a regional project that developed into a non-profit agency which is still operating and providing a vital transportation service in San Diego County. I learned how to wait on the Lord and let Him lead me and bring the people, wisdom, and resources necessary for the vision to become a reality. Now it is happening in ministry. Let that encourage you; God may use what He is teaching you, even in the secular arena, for His Kingdom-building purposes in the future!
During the wait for the ministry vision to move forward, God had been building up a structure in my husband to carry the vision as well. I knew it would not be successful in the way God wanted it to be if my husband wasn't a part of it. This may be happening in your delay; God is equipping others who will come alongside you!
We began taking the next steps and came to a point where we had a location that lay nearest. I just could not commit to it in my heart because the room's layout was not like what I had seen. In a moment of time, the Lord shifted my view from seeing the focal point of the room ninety degrees from facing north to east. It was a paradigm shift and made a huge difference. It was like I was trying to fit a puzzle piece in place but had to turn it slightly. It was the breakthrough I needed! Facing east is prophetic; it is the dawning of light for a new day! The darkness breaks and the way becomes clear, and so it shall be for you! (Photo via PickPik)
You are standing on a promise, have seen it in your mind's eye, made steps toward it, and seem to be at a stopping point, but now you need to keep moving forward. But how? I decree and declare that the Lord is shifting your view; what you need is right in front of you! The promise is speaking, and this is the appointed time! The way prepared for you is being made visible to you!
The Promise in the Wilderness
My husband reminded me of the story of Hagar and the revelation I received from it that I wrote about in my first book. (I often need to be reminded of it!) As we reread the account, the Holy Spirit began revealing fresh revelation that related to our (and perhaps your) current situation.
"So Abraham rose early in the morning, and took bread and a skin of water; and putting it on her shoulder, he gave it and the boy to Hagar, and sent her away. Then she departed and wandered in the Wilderness of Beersheba. And the water in the skin was used up, and she placed the boy under one of the shrubs. Then she went and sat down across from him at a distance of about a bowshot; for she said to herself, 'Let me not see the death of the boy.' So she sat opposite him, and lifted her voice and wept.
"And God heard the voice of the lad. Then the angel of God called to Hagar out of Heaven, and said to her, 'What ails you, Hagar? Fear not, for God has heard the voice of the lad where he is. Arise, lift up the lad and hold him with your hand, for I will make him a great nation.'
"Then God opened her eyes, and she saw a well of water. And she went and filled the skin with water, and gave the lad a drink." (Genesis 21:14–19 NKJV)
Abraham (the father of faith) represents faith. Rise up in faith; you are being sent out by God into the new.
Hagar certainly must have felt that this was unjust and wondered how the promise she had received for Ishmael (Genesis 16) could possibly happen now!
It is easy to fall into a victim mentality when you feel you are being forced out into a realm that is not comfortable, where it doesn't look like you thought it would look. It may even seem that the enemy has done this to you. I declare an opening of your eyes to see that God is with you in this, for this is a new season and there is a reason. He sees all, He knows all—the end from the beginning—and He will use this to expand your borders! Embrace the change with faith in Him! Through faith and patience you inherit the promises (Hebrews 6:12).
Abraham sent out Hagar. The weight of the promise given to Ishmael was now upon Hagar, but she was being led to a place where the burden would be lifted, and so it will be for you! Hagar had to leave the old to move into the new. He is working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28); trust Him in your trials!
Provision Is Found on the Pathway to Promise
Just like Hagar and Ishmael, many of you have been wandering in the wilderness—the seemingly barren places where you know not where you are going but have been walking step by step with the Holy One, hearing His voice, being led by His Spirit, and receiving new provision. It is in the wilderness that we hunger and thirst in a new way; we learn that man does not live by bread alone but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God (Deuteronomy 8:3; Matthew 4:4).
The water and bread ran out. The sustenance of the old season (provision from Abraham) was finished, just like the manna ran out for the Israelites when it was time to enter the Promised Land (Joshua 5:12). And so it is with us. There will be provision for this new season as we go forward in God's appointed time. Provision is found on the pathway of purpose! The Lord always sustains and brings to completion what He has promised. (Photo via Pixexid)
As you continue forward in faith, you will have access to living water and the bread of life; God will provide all that you need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:19)!
A Shift in Perception: When Hope Comes Alive and Vision Is Restored!
Hagar cast Ishmael under a shrub, far enough away that she wouldn't have to see him die. She had lost hope in the fruition of the promise because of the circumstances. At times we do that with promises when we can't see a way for the outcome to happen, and if we aren't careful that becomes a place of unbelief, leading to the death of the promises in our hearts. This can blind us from seeing reality.
God has ways above ours! When we only see from our perspective and the immediate situation, we discount that God can shift our view and our circumstances in a moment of time. I declare, your perception is shifting. Even right now hope is coming alive and vision is being restored!
Hagar gave a drink to the lad, refreshing and reviving the promise. I declare: Despondency, break off! The Spirit of the Lord is bringing refreshing and reviving waters of life to the promise! All the promises of God in Christ Jesus are "yes" and "amen" (2 Corinthians 1:20)! God is moving mightily to establish what has been preordained for your life (Ephesians 2:10)! What He has ordained for your life shall come forth!
Keep Your Hands Active and Make Faith-Paths for Your Feet
He is the Author and Finisher. Keep believing and trusting Him. Listen closely for instruction and move forward as He leads. Remember Paul's exhortation in Hebrews 12:12–13:
"Wherefore lift up the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees; and make straight paths for your feet, lest that which is lame be turned out of the way; but let it rather be healed."
What I hear in this is keep your hands active and lift them in praise. Make faith-paths for your feet; acknowledge that God is in your midst, and He will make your paths straight (Proverbs 3:6)! Paul tells us in Romans 4:20 that Abraham grew strong in faith as he gave glory to God! God is moving to bring about His determined purpose. Give Him all the glory and praise and grow strong in faith!
I heard by the Spirit of the Lord, "The promise is speaking; it is yours for the keeping. Move forward!"
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Alane Haynes
Eternal Truth Now Ministry
Email:Â eternaltruthnowministry@gmail.com
Website:Â www.alanehaynes.com
Alane Haynes was radically saved in 1981, when the Lord Jesus Christ appeared to her. She immediately received salvation, deliverance and a supernatural healing of her body and mind. An apostolic and prophetic teacher and speaker, Alane has authored four books. The first, "Moses – Shocked in the Desert," was birthed from a prophetic dream and many nights of Holy Spirit waking her to "Write what I tell you." She podcasts through Charisma Podcast Network; "Stirring of the Waters" is her show. Alane and her husband Kerry are co-founders of "Eternal Truth Now Ministry," and are broadcasters on Holy Spirit Broadcasting Network (hsbn.tv). They are passionate about the power of God's Word, and desire to see people fulfill their God-given destinies and bring His Kingdom to the earth. When they are not ministering, Alane and Kerry enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren, and outdoors enjoying the beauty of God's creation.
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