“And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,” (Matthew 28:18-19)
“And being assembled together with them, He commanded them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the Promise of the Father, “which,” He said, “you have heard from Me; for John truly baptized with water, but you shall be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.” (Acts 1:4-5)
Many people tell us that the last words that Jesus spoke to His followers before His ascension was to go but by looking at these two verses, He told them to wait, and then go. You see Jesus knew how important it was for His followers not to go in their own strength but to go in the power of the Holy Spirit. He wanted them filled with His Spirit and then to go into all the world and help many come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.
Too many times we go before we get instructions from headquarters. We rush out the door and never take time to ask the Holy Spirit if there is anything that we need to watch out for today or if there is someone that He would wants us to speak to. It says in John 14:26, the Helper, the Holy Spirit will bring things to our attention.
“But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you.” (John 14:26)
The Holy Spirit wants to be an active part of our lives to help us each and every day. He wants to warn us when trouble is up ahead. He wants to give us wisdom in our dealings in life, and so many times we’re just too busy to listen. You know, sometimes I think that we’re just, TOO BUSY, and we miss out on His direction and leading.
Jesus told us that the Holy Spirit would be just like Him and that He would live in us, so let’s take sometime today to listen to what He has to say.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, today I’m waiting on up ur direction. Help me not to continually rush into things but to just wait and listen for your instructions. I thank you for your Holy Spirit. I praise and love you. Amen.
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Rob Lavallee
Scriptural Seeds Ministries
Scriptural Seeds Ministries 
“Those that wait upon the LORD shall not be ashamed”
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YES, we definitely need to step back at times to reassess situations…
I think most people can say they’ve been guilty of making a bad judgment call, especially in regards to a new relationship or maybe something materialistic… Sometimes we are blindsided by the initial immediate joy we might find in whatever has gained our interest. As a man I’ve definitely made bad choices in women that I’ve decided to include in my life. Kinda funny to think of this, but I didn’t even need to step back and ask God if this is what he wanted for me. I saw many RED flags as well implied words of warning, but I chose to continue on with what I wanted. I don’t think every girl that I was warned about was not met to come into my life but more so a stepping stone in life lessons. I do at times wish I prepped myself for what I knew in my heart was to come. We must include God in all desicions and most importantly to prepare us for his lessons, arm ourselves with our spiritual armor.
I think it is said well in Ephesians, as follows…
(Ephesians 6:10-18)
Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.
Thanks Rob for this days devotion…
I pray for strength in your life, to continue in spreading the word…
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