Write the vision down.....

Habakkuk 2:2-3 reminds us of the importance of writing the vision down. You need to have a vision because otherwise, as it says in Proverbs 29:18, "Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the law." I have had these two passages on my heart in my personal life and they have really helped me to change my perspective on life. They also came to mind at tonight's creative ministries rehearsal when we rehearsed with two new members of the team for the first time. For many years we have been faithfully believing for and praying towards new musicians joining the church. There was a long period of time when we didn't see any tangible changes, but just as it says in Romans 4:21 we remained "being fully persuaded that God had power to do what he had promised." God blesses faithfulness and because many people in the church have remained committed, loyal and planted God is now releasing new people and other blessings into our lives. Too many people quit in tough seasons instead of riding out the stormy seasons. Pastor Mike once said in his excellent "Don't Quit" message, "a quitter never wins and a winner never quits" and "tough seasons don't last, but tough people do". If you are reading this and are starting to waiver, stay faithful, remain planted and ride out the storm. God will reward your faithfulness in due season and will never let you go.