SEPTEMBER  2

WHERE ARE YOU?

ACTS 9:10-22


“And there was a certain disciple at Damascus, named Ananias; and to him said the Lord in a vision, Ananias. And he said, Behold, I am here, Lord.” (Acts 9:10)

God called Ananias’ name and he answered, “Behold, I am here Lord.” What would’ve happened if Ananias wasn’t there? What if he was doing something else and wasn’t listening to God? The Lord might have found somebody else to do His will, but we don’t know for sure. We can say this: Ananias would’ve missed the greatest opportunity for his life! How many people get to lead someone to the Lord who impacts the world like the Apostle Paul did?

There is great significance in the fact that Ananias was there. He was in a place of communion with the Lord. He was listening and attentive to Him. This doesn’t come overnight. Certainly Ananias had spent much time in God’s presence. How many days, weeks, or years had Ananias spent seeking the Lord before this time? As far as we know, God hadn’t done anything before in his life that was as spectacular as what He was leading him to do at this time. However, Ananias remaied faithful. He was there when the big opportunity came.

We often fail to recognize that we aren’t going to see angels or see visions during our times of fellowship with the Lord. We won’t always have goose bumps running up and down our spines.There is just the gentle peace and assurance of faith that God is with us. The spectacular only comes on occasion, but we must constantly practice waiting on the Lord.

Do you think God has ever called you and you weren’t there? Don’t let that happen today. Make sure your antenna is up and your faith is switched on so when the Lord calls your name, you’ll hear Him! (AW)