Hidden for Developement
The Lord said some of us have been going through a season where it seems no one sees us, it feels as we are imprisoned, and cannot be free. But He said, things are not as they appear...we have been and are "Hidden for Development!"
He took me to the story of Joseph, He show me how Joseph had three (3) levels of development which had to occur before release into destiny (Gen 37-41).
But before we can get to the place of development we must have a revelation of who we in God and be convinced of Gods promise for our lives. We also must know we are your Father’s favorite and He has given us is covering – the coat of colors. This represents the Father sharing his glory with us, it is a shadow of the things to come later.
Gen 37:26 – Praise will keep you alive when others want you dead! Though family, friends, co-workers and others may conspire against you, their plans cannot surpass the plans God has for you! Remember, weapons may form but they will not, cannot and shall not prosper!
The Levels of Development
1. The pit – the entrance of development where we lose who we were- no glamour, glitz or glory-the place where we feel striped, ripped and cast down but His favour remains upon our lives. Others see it and will take advantage of it but cannot stop it!
2. Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh's, and captain of the guard – Remember God is with us through it all, He wants to see if we respect authority and order. He is wants us to know we really do trust Him, He will allow others to test our faithfulness to Him. This is the second glimpse of purpose and God’s plan of glory for our lives. (Gen 39:1-11) This brings the next level of stripping, ripping and casting down in verses 12-20.
3. Prison – We are one large step closer to destiny (v20), but must we wait. NOw while we are waiting we must not sit on the gift of God in us, we must be used of God to help those in need. People can see God is with us and working through us but cannot help us until the right time (Ps 105:18:22).
The Palace – Destiny has arrived!
As we go through the process remember this, Joseph did not stay in the pit, he did not remain Potiphar's servant neither could imprisonment contain, hold back nor stop his purpose from manifestation. He waited on Me (God) to deliver him and served Me (God) while waiting. He focused on the dreams I (God) had given years before not boxing Me (God) in for the method of delivery but his hope and trust was in the One that was/is well able! I (God) will work and no one will let Me. I (God) will do exactly what I have said, all My promises to you are "yes and in Me amen." So, be of good cheer, I Am (God) faithful!