Miraculous Abundance

In our Disciple II Bible study, we are studying the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts. There is so much power and miraculous abundance displayed in both of these books. They describe many miracles which were performed by Jesus and then by his disciples, under the power of the Holy Spirit. It's easy to see that raising the dead and giving sight to the blind are miracles. But why do people think miracles like this no longer happen in our world?

I believe that many miracles go unnoticed every day. I also believe that many more miracles are possible. Aside from the word "miracles," what other word is repeated in the previous two sentences? "Believe." That one word can unlock more power than any other.

The sad thing is that the world is so full of doubt and fear that people refuse to believe even simple things are possible. How much less will they believe that seemingly impossible things are possible. I fully believe that nothing is impossible. To state that in a more positive way, anything is possible.

If it was once possible, it is always possible. Many things previously thought impossible are now commonplace. These include flight, deep sea diving, and nuclear energy. I pray I never give up on any dream I have for a better way of life for anyone. Everyday I expect a miracle of some sort.

After all, everything in creation is a miracle. Whether organic or inorganic, it all began with a thought, a belief, and a word. Shame on any of us for living small when we could be God's faithful instruments to bring hope, courage, and plenty to this world of doubt, fear, and lack. Our challenge is to be so plugged into the power of creation that we expect and allow that very power to bring miraculous abundance into our midst on a regular basis. Just believe.

To your abundance,
Sandra Hayes
Prosperity, South Carolina