Have you ever had a revelation-an inspiring thought that brought with it a crystal-clear understanding of something? One definition of revelation, as used in the context is “A communication of truth to men by God, Himself!” Another is “The act of revealing divine truth”. Have you ever had an epiphany? An epiphany is defined as “A sudden recognition of or insight into the meaning, reality or significance of something”. That is a mouthful. In layman’s terms it is Truth revealed suddenly. Both a revelation and an epiphany are based in truth. In order to recognize either we must be open to the facts of something….or truth, itself! In the very least, we must have our hearts open to that pesky truth-revealer called reality.
Truth cannot be found if our minds are closed to new discoveries. A closed mind will rarely have an epiphany or revelation. We can put our heads down and keep our vision narrow….and move through this life as is….but really, how productive or fulfilling is that? I have a family member who lives this way and it seems so finite. We can and do veil our minds for many reasons… disappointment that seems un-recoverable, sickness that seems invincible… conflict that seems intolerable, monotony that seems insufferable….or even fatigue that seems unbearable. When we find our lives and our hearts looming along these lines it is certainly time for a revelation. Our hearts need to cry out for it. Our prayers need to insist on it. Our souls need to expect it. Our God is capable of delivering it.
It seems that a revelation or an epiphany is brought about in our lives for the very reason to inspire change. Sometimes all change requires of us is a simple little adjustment …but there are times we need a renovation; an over-haul; a transformation. The creator of this universe specializes in transformations. He knows when we are in need of huge change…. mentally, emotionally and particularly, spiritually. A revelation can put us onto the path to restoration and the end result can be transformation. There are many things that will happen between these three points…. and what this entails is greatly personal for each of us; however, seeking truth is at the heart of this!
An epiphany, or an ah-ha-moment, will sometimes surprise us with hidden truths. These truths may knock us around a bit. They may surprise us so much that, for many reasons, we fall to our knees. Though painful, this is not a bad thing for truth sometimes brings us great relief. While on our knees let’s allow truth to pour forth. Grace will meet us in that moment if we are willing to acknowledge the truth of this new-found revelation.
God says in Hebrews 4: 16:
“Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence,
so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”
The best thing about this scripture is that we are being invited to the throne of grace and once there we will find mercy and grace in our time of need. We are encouraged to approach God’s throne withconfidence. Where do we find confidence or courage when we’re standing at the throne of the Living God? Well, let’s back-track a bit. When we’re standing before a judge in a court of law-we speak the truth. When we are standing before a preacher or priest on our wedding day, we speak truth. To follow suit, when we are standing before the throne of the Lord of Lords…let’s speak the truth. I believe that if and when we find ourselves before the Creator of the Universe, we are there because of conviction and or need…. and we are there to seek the revelation of truth. In contrast, people standing on misconceptions or inconsistencies do not generally stand in confidence-they waver. The directive then is to stand in truth and therefore confidence. God knows the difference.
“Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence,
so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”
The best thing about this scripture is that we are being invited to the throne of grace and once there we will find mercy and grace in our time of need. We are encouraged to approach God’s throne withconfidence. Where do we find confidence or courage when we’re standing at the throne of the Living God? Well, let’s back-track a bit. When we’re standing before a judge in a court of law-we speak the truth. When we are standing before a preacher or priest on our wedding day, we speak truth. To follow suit, when we are standing before the throne of the Lord of Lords…let’s speak the truth. I believe that if and when we find ourselves before the Creator of the Universe, we are there because of conviction and or need…. and we are there to seek the revelation of truth. In contrast, people standing on misconceptions or inconsistencies do not generally stand in confidence-they waver. The directive then is to stand in truth and therefore confidence. God knows the difference.
Scripture also says:
The Lord longs to be gracious to you. He rises to show you compassion.
The Lord is a god of justice.
Blessed are those who wait on him.”
Isaiah 30:18
The Lord longs to be gracious to you. He rises to show you compassion.
The Lord is a god of justice.
Blessed are those who wait on him.”
Isaiah 30:18
The above scripture tells us that once we’re at the throne of grace we’ll find ourselves standing before a gracious God, no-less. What an honor that the King of Kings rises from His seat to show us compassion. Do you remember a time when you were shown compassion? It brings forth a feeling beyond appreciation and thankfulness. It reaches the heart of us and fills us with understanding and great relief. For some of us- to receive compassion is truly a revelation-something that was once beyond our vision and understanding. It is pure grace; full of honor, favor, mercy, kindness, leniency, something undeserving. This type of grace can save us….and the Bible tells us that, indeed, it does.
“But because of his great love for us,
God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ
even when we were dead in transgressions-it is by grace you have been saved.”
Ephesians 2: 4-5
God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ
even when we were dead in transgressions-it is by grace you have been saved.”
Ephesians 2: 4-5
A sudden recognition of the significance of something! Divine truth-revealed. God is in the business of revelation. If your heart does not know this perhaps it’s time to lift your head up from the mundane and expose yourself to the vastness of the horizon. God can be found there…and it is a beautiful sight. As proven by our universe that is literally beyond our vision, reality is based in the seen and the unseen. With this said, there are things not visible to the naked eye that can only be seen with a heart that seeks truth. Look for it!
“For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those
whose hearts are fully committed to him.”
II Chronicles 16: 9
whose hearts are fully committed to him.”
II Chronicles 16: 9
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