Dependence is defined in the dictionary as the state of relying on or needing someone or something for aid, support, or the like; reliance, confidence, trust; the state of being conditional or contingent on something, as through a natural or logical sequence; subordination or subjection.
Dependence is defined in my life as the moments when I truly know and accept that I need God and the mentality required to stretch those moments into a lifestyle.
Right now I need God to show up in many ways. I need Him to translate for me so I can hear people’s hearts without focusing on the language barrier. I need Him to take care of my finances. I need Him to lead me in big and small decisions so I can make an impact on His kingdom. I need Him to protect my body, heart, and mind so I can be at my best each day. I need Him push me into situations where I have to be bold for Him. I NEED HIM!
Dependence isn’t a natural inclination of mine. I have to work at living in dependence on God. Many times I want to do it myself and not wait on the Creator of the universe to supply His awesome power. Many times I think I know all the things and forget that the wisdom of the King of Kings is at my disposal.
I’ve been pondering Matthew 25:23. (VOICE)
Master: Excellent. You’ve proved yourself not only clever but loyal. You’ve executed a rather small task masterfully, so now I am going to put you in charge of something larger. But before you go back to work,come join my great feast and celebration.
I’m in a place of something larger in the grand scheme of the World Race. I’m also still working on small tasks of obedience every day. I’m worried about what the something larger that is coming still. What will it be? Will I be able to do it?
So all this pondering leads me to cry out Mark 9:24. (VOICE)
Father: (crying in desperation) I believe, Lord. Help me to believe!
I desire to walk in boldness and submission. The only way I can do this is to depend on God. It is only through His strength and power that I can have the ability to keep going. It is only through His wisdom and discernment I can know when and how to act. It is only through His truth I can live out trust and faith.
So I’m praying that God that will increase my faith as He calls me into larger things. I know my Heavenly Father gives good gifts to His children. He will grant my request. In the interim I’m a little uneasy in this growing and stretching season. It’s not comfortable but God is using the discomfort to craft me into the woman He wants me to be.
So here is the takeaway. Are you living in dependence on God? Are you being obedient in the small things? Are you asking God to strengthen your faith so you can walk into something larger?
