Independance vs. Interdependence

Early Sunday morning when I woke up, the Lord said to me that He was judging Independence.

That is an interesting statement for the Lord to make on America’s Independence Day July 4, 2010.

I sought the Lord as to what He meant by “He’s judging independence.” It is actually an independent spirit which the Lord is dealing with. An independent spirit comes from an orphan spirit.

Here’s a great handout on the orphan spirit vs. a spirit of sonship.

http://www.shilohplace.org/resource_files/download/4bb6bb1c-c704-4899-a1a5-261d43e3d9b2

I’m still seeking the Lord on this one. But something tells me there is much more to being a child of God than we realize.

I also have a sense that family is an even bigger deal to God than we know. As you read your Bibles, take note of how many stories and references you find to families and relationships.

Read the Bible with fresh eyes as the Lord reveals how many key scriptures there are which deal with relationships. Highlight the words, Father, Son, Young man, etc. You’ll be shocked at how many you find.

Blessings!
Pastor Arlen