Have you a dream?

"Look, this dreamer is coming"       Genesis 37:19. NKJV 

Joseph was a dreamer but, the difference with him and the many others who dream about what they would like to happen, is Joseph's dreams were prophetic. He was only a teenager when this began and eager to talk and, possibly brag about his dreams. This annoyed his brothers and even his father, Jacob, questioned one of his dreams. Lack of discretion led his brothers to consider killing him. However, in the end, they sold him as a slave to some travellers and he ended up in Egypt. In the end, his God-given dreams led to great power and fame.

What about you, have you a dream? Is the dream about being rich and famous and living the life? Or is it something that you would like to achieve - write a book, be an actor or be a lawyer? Do you feel that your dream is God-inspired or just something you would like to do. Whatever it is, what are you going to do about it? Or are you going to be like the many millions of people who just talk about it but, never get round to putting it into action. Don't get to the end of your life and regret not doing it. Why not push a few doors to see if they will open for you.

If your dream is God-inspired, what do you feel He wants you to do? Could it be to train for the ministry at bible college? Is God giving you the knowledge to invent something that will change people's lives forever? Whatever your dream is, it may have been on your heart for some time but, opportunities have been rare and  when you have had the opportunity, you may have felt that it could never work - it's just a dream.

In July 1994, Jeff Bezos, saw a gap in the market and created Amazon. He started from his garage and built the company up into a major business all over the world. He is now a billionaire. I'm not saying that you could do the same but, the principle is there. He saw the opportunity and took the plunge and it paid off for him. He started his career flipping burgers at McDonalds and then moved on. In 2020, he had a net worth of £180 Billion. (Google).

If God drops an idea into your head, act on it. Yes, there may be a risk involved but, if God is in it, He will take you through to the other side. Don't fear, instead pray and listen to what God tells you. Act cautiously, one step at a time under the direction of the Holy Spirit. Remember as well, many people don't like dreamers, rather like Joseph's brothers but, God loves them and that is all you need.

If you don't know Jesus or, have fallen away, why not say this prayer right now:

Lord Jesus, I have sinned   

I ask you to forgive me and be my Lord and Saviour. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Spirit and give me a brand new start today.

In Jesus' Name. Amen'

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