In this year of Fulfillment, we have visited the season of Confessions. Now, we are planted in the season of Actualization. During this season, we have had focuses on Evaluation: Reality vs. Actuality and Elimination: Repentance. Just when we thought that we would focus on our third seasonal focus, God gave the greatest example.
Today, the Holy Spirit interrupted service. There was restoration that took place in the atmosphere at Grace Christian Church. See, as we read John 21:15-17…
15So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs.
16He saith to him again the second time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my sheep.
17He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep.
…we realize several things took place. Here, Jesus asked a question repeatedly to Peter. This was done because Peter denied Jesus repeatedly, three times to be exact. This was the reinstatement of Peter. See, sometimes we have to reexamine our relationship with Christ, and eliminate those things that are hindering us from getting to him; and just elevate in HIM. The seasonal focus for this week is elevation. Elevation is what God wants for is in our life. HE desires to be intimate with us, taking us to higher heights and deeper depth. Are you ready to reinstate your relationship with God? Are you willing to restore your relationship with Him? Would you like to Elevate In HIM?