One day, while lying on my living room floor, I caught a glimpse of the equalizer on my stereo system. For some strange reason, I was intrigued by the power button. I noticed just beneath the button were pictures depicting the “on” and “off” position for the unit. The picture for the “off” position was raised up. However, the picture for the “on” position showed the button was pressed in. The power button had to be pressed “in” for the power to come on. It occurred to me while lying there, the same thing applies to my relationship with God. I’ve got to press in to God for His power to operate in my life.
I don’t know about you, but there have been times when I’ve experienced a power outage in my Christian walk. In retrospect, I realize the source of the outage stemmed from my negligence. My power button was raised up, causing the flow from my power source to become disrupted. I tried to operate in my own strength; shifting me to the “off” position. My power outages generally started with a gradual decrease in prayer, and/or quiet time with the Lord, and/or personal Bible study. That’s when things would really fall apart.
But God… who is rich in mercy, resumes the flow of power if only we press in to Him.
Are you experiencing a power outage? If so, check to see if your “power” button is pressed in. If it’s not, assume the power position. Stop what you’re doing right now, get on your knees and get reconnected. Allow God to recharge your spiritual battery. Remember…in order to walk in God’s power and authority, you must stay pressed in to Him.
Pressing In With You,
Reverend Cynthia Jackson
Rev. Cynthia Jackson is the administrator of the Rhema4U Blog and Innovations Ministries Director. Rev. Jackson is a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was licensed and ordained under the tutelage of Bishop David G. Evans. She is an associate minister at Bethany Baptist Church located in Lindenwold, New Jersey. Rev. Jackson founded Innovations Ministries in 2001. Innovations Ministries provides dynamic and innovative programs and services for individuals and families dealing with various health-related issues. She is a gifted teacher, preacher, conference speaker and writer. God has anointed Rev. Jackson to be a spiritual midwife with a passion to empower others to birth God's vision for their lives. Rev. Jackson holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Organizational Management from Eastern University, a Master of Science Degree in Health Administration from Saint Joseph's University and a Master of Science Degree in Christian Counseling from Cairn University.
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