The Call to Vision:
As believers, we are called to live with a vision that surpasses the limitations of the mundane. Habakkuk 2:2 says, "Then the Lord said to me, 'Write my answer plainly on tablets, so that a runner can carry the correct message to others.'" Just as God instructed Habakkuk to record the vision, He invites us to capture His divine plans in the canvas of our hearts. It's not a matter of mere dreams, but a call to purposeful living, grounded in His revelation.
Eyes Fixed on the Horizon:
Paul, the apostle, understood the power of a visionary view. He penned the words in Philippians 3:13-14, "No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us." We, too, are on a race, a journey of faith towards the heavenly prize. Our eyes must be fixed on the horizon of God's purpose.
Anointed to Envision:
The prophet Joel spoke of a time when God would pour out His Spirit upon all people, leading to prophetic dreams and visionary insights. Joel 2:28 says, "Then, after doing all those things, I will pour out my Spirit upon all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy. Your old men will dream dreams, and your young men will see visions." As sons and daughters of the Most High, we are anointed to envision God's plans and share His truth with a world in need.
Overcoming Obstacles:
Nehemiah's journey to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem exemplifies the resilience required to fulfil a vision. Despite opposition and challenges, Nehemiah held onto the divine vision. Nehemiah 2:18b reminds us, "Let us rise up and build!" When we encounter obstacles, let us not be discouraged, but like Nehemiah, let us rise up with unwavering determination, knowing that the vision is greater than any hindrance.
A Heavenly Perspective:
In the book of Revelation, John was granted a glimpse of the heavenly throne room. This visionary encounter transformed his perspective, enabling him to write the divine revelations given to him. Revelation 4:1-2 states, "Then as I looked, I saw a door standing open in heaven, and the same voice I had heard before spoke to me like a trumpet blast. The voice said, 'Come up here, and I will show you what must happen after this.'" When we view life from a heavenly perspective, our actions are aligned with God's eternal plan.
Conclusion:
Let us not merely walk through life, but let us walk with vision. Let us embrace the call to dream dreams, see visions, and live purposefully for the One who has entrusted us with His plans. Just as Habakkuk recorded God's answer, let us record His vision for our lives. With eyes fixed on the horizon, overcoming obstacles with determination, and guided by a heavenly perspective, we will walk in step with the Creator of visions.
May our hearts be ignited with the fire of God's purpose, and may we be known as a people who walk hand in hand with the visionary view. As we journey forward, let us remember Proverbs 29:18, "When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. But whoever obeys the law is joyful." Embrace the divine guidance of the visionary view, and step boldly into the plans God has prepared for each of us.
In the mighty name of Jesus, who is the author and finisher of our faith. Amen.
