21 Days of Prayer and Fasting: DeeperNäide

Embracing Change

Key Verse: Again, the Kingdom of Heaven is like a merchant on the lookout for choice pearls. When he discovered a pearl of great value, he sold everything he owned and bought it! - Matthew 13:45-46

Change is an inevitable part of life, yet many people resist it because it disrupts comfort, predictability and established routines. For the disciples, this meant embracing the change that comes with their new assignment to fish for people instead of men. They would be on a completely different trajectory but they went in one hundred percent!

As part of reaching the zone where I live, I was recently invited to assist in leading a Connect Group in a new Region. I wanted to say no. I had formed connections and friendships in my previous region and felt comfortable there.

As I sought God, Matthew 13:45-46 came to mind. God challenged me to exchange all that I had accumulated in the past season, for the pearl of great value in this new season. When I eventually said yes to the change, God blessed me with a new community and I have seen Him move in so many miraculous ways since then!

For instance, one member shared that her husband had not been keen to come for Connect Group and it was amazing that her husband joined us for Connect Group Night Out. We believe this is just the first step with many more breakthroughs to come. I have also had the opportunity to invite a friend who stays in the new Region to church.

As a Connect Group, we have also begun to pray for the sick regularly and have witnessed God healing people, and restoring relationships. I am grateful that there is a blessing that comes with our obedience!

Embracing change is ultimately about trust. We may not fully see what God is doing in the moment, but obedience positions us for His greater breakthroughs, miracles and purposes.

Response

• What is one change that God is asking you to embrace today?
• Pray for wisdom and strength to implement that change and ask God to help you make that change a lifestyle choice.