“And the people spake against God, and against Moses, Wherefore have ye brought us up out of Egypt to die in the wilderness? For there is no bread, neither is there any water; and our soul loatheth this light bread.
And the LORD sent fiery serpents among the people, and they bit the people; and much people of Israel died.
And Moses made a serpent of brass, and put it upon a pole, and it came to pass, that if a serpent had bitten any man, when he beheld the serpent of brass, he lived” (Numbers 21: 5-6,9).
The Scriptures above reveal that the children of Israel were having nice time with God until they came face to face with issues that threatened their very existence such as Food and water. Their meal had been changed and there was no meal timetable in place. They were used to eating water melons, cucumbers, vegetables, water melons, etc. All these were natural. But the new found food was different. It was supernatural! The future was not certain to them anymore.
Men do not really like changes because they are often accompanied by challenges. They love the status quo which breeds mediocrity.
God does not want you to merely survive challenging times. He wants you to thrive. When you give your life over to Him, God will send opportunities your way so that you can soar to new heights of fulfillment. The Israelites had messed up, but God saved them from the fiery serpents when they repented by hanging a bronze serpent which is prophetic of the saving grace of his son Jesus Christ; “And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of man be lifted up: That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life. (John 3:14-15)
History has taught that the most difficult times can serve as catalysts for creativity, innovation and accomplishments. You must know that, just like the rubber band, the best in you is revealed when you are confronted and stretched with new situations.
If you hold on to your faith, ask for God’s favour, and don’t give in to depression or discouragement, you will emerge a Victor and not a Victim.
Prayer: My heavenly Father, please help me to find opportunities in challenges so that my joy may be full.
Bro Ejemi Favour