In and Out of Time

Just like with David who was already called into his place but was waiting for the fruition of that call, I am calling those hidden ones into the fullness of their call in the midst of battle. Just like with Saul who was out of time but not yet removed from his place, I am using this season of conflict as a way of removing those from their places who are out of time.

The currencies that will bring success at this time are the currencies of faith and honour. Just like David, I am looking for people who see the situation with eyes of faith and who obediently follow my direction in the midst of battle. The greatest test however – just like David – is whether you will honour those in authority even when they mistreat you, reject you, or malign what you are doing. David treated Saul with great honour, dignity, kindness and respect growing his own stature and character.

Step up my hidden ones and take your places!

Be shrewd and wise; make great decisions as you step into my fullness.

Activation:

Read through 1 Samuel 24 considering David and Saul’s interactions. How can you bless and honour those in leadership even if they have not treated you well? How can you pray for their blessing even if their actions or words are a curse to you? What an honour it is to be able to be like Jesus and love and honour in every situation so that we might display His character and likeness.

Matthew 5:44-45 (ESV)

But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that

you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven.

Matthew 10:16 (NIV)

I am sending you out like sheep among wolves. Therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves.

1 Timothy 2:1-2 (NIV)

I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people — for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.