May the Glory of the Lord rise upon you today, and His favor be your daily portion.
Pastor Cleddie Keith reflects on divine visitation in his recent message. He draws inspiration from the biblical story of Samuel's mother, Hannah, who experienced God's visitation. "When I speak of visitation, it is not vague or shallow commentary," Pastor Keith explains. He describes it as "life touching death" and "the quickening of bareness."
He discusses the significance of aligning with God’s purpose, drawing parallels to Adam’s assignment in Genesis. "God gave the darling of His creation, Adam, an assignment," he notes. This alignment is crucial for fulfilling one's divine purpose.
Hannah's story serves as an example of this alignment. She had to align with God and her husband Elkanah for her prayers to be answered. Her son Samuel symbolizes a vision that demands attention over time. "What God asks us to do never ends with what God asks us to do," Pastor Keith emphasizes.
Reflecting on a New Testament account from Luke chapter 7, Pastor Keith recounts Jesus raising a widow's son from the dead. This act demonstrated God's power among His people. "And he that was dead sat up and began to speak," he recalls.
Pastor Keith encourages believers to remain expectant for God's revelation and presence in their lives. Quoting scripture, he reminds his audience: "He that has My commandments, and keeps them, he it is that loves Me."
The message concludes with an affirmation of faith and hope: "Keep looking up, God is looking down." Pastor Keith signs off by expressing his belief in his congregation.