Intercession = Intervention

I've just spent the past two days in planning meetings with the leadership of the Baptist Convention of PA/SJ and the associations that cooperate together in this convention area. I have to admit that in the past these meetings have been somewhat boring and laborious (not all the meetings, but some). This time was different. We had an awesome time praying, sharing, challenging, and encouraging one another. It's amazing what things get done when the main focus is on what God wants and desires for His people. We spent a lot time in prayer and sharing principles from God's Word as we worked through the meeting agenda's over these two days. The result: A spirit of cooperation and anticipation. The feeling that we can accomplish so much together as a team and the excitement of moving forward with great energy and optimism. I was reminded in our time together that if you will bathe your thoughts and desires in genuine prayer, the Holy Spirit has a way redirecting our agenda and making it become His. The next time you're in a gathering of believers, whether for a bible study, meeting, fellowship, or whatever; make sure you take the time to make what you're doing all about God. Invite Him to lead your thoughts, discussion, and actions. I bet you will be utterly amazed at what He will reveal to you. Lesson learned? If you first intercede, God will always intervene. Take time the time to go to Him. "Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and ALL these things will be added unto you." Matt. 6:33