What Happens When the Great One Sleeps in Our Boat?

I listened to the story of Jesus sleeping in the boat while His disciples battled a storm in Matthew 8:23-27. I can relate to the disciples, running around in a frenzy, trying to solve the crisis of the storm but only calling out to Jesus as a last resort—once all other options were exhausted. Often, because we fail to call on Him, He simply takes a nap.

When I read the Bible verse, I kept thinking about how Jesus got into the boat with His disciples. How could He go to sleep while all the disciples were awake? The Bible doesn't tell us if He was weary or tired, but it does say:

"Then he got into the boat, and his disciples followed him. A huge storm developed on the lake, with waves crashing into the boat—and Jesus was sound asleep. The disciples went and woke him up, saying, 'Master, save us! We're going down!'"

As a child, whenever my mom would get upset with a neighbor, friend, or colleague, she would say, "I’ll never allow this person into my boat in my next life." My siblings and I would laugh at this. 

The boat doesn't just symbolize a physical entity for transportation; it represents her life. To her, allowing certain people into her boat had brought crises along with them.

With our actions, we often tell Him, "I don't need you to reach my business goals or fix my marital crisis. I’m handling my career expectations just fine. I can run my life perfectly without your help." But then, when a storm arises, we, who have let the Master sleep, start searching for ways to wake Him up.

You might have tried every alternative, but have you called on the sleeping Jesus? He may be sound asleep because we've left Him out for so long. He’s found a comfortable spot, just waiting for us to beckon Him.

In those moments you spend praying and interceding, you are waking up the sleeping Jesus.

Is Jesus asleep in your boat? It's time to wake Him up. No matter how sour the situation has gone, have you tried waking the sleeping Jesus?

Stay Revived!

What It Means to Say "I Am Seeing This Person"? Are you seeing Him?

While listening to my local church pastor during the altar call, I heard the phrase "Jesus wants to see you." In that moment, the Holy Spirit infused those words with life, expanding and resonating deeply in my heart.

As young people, when discussing love interests or friendships, we often say, "I'm seeing this person." When you hear this phrase, what comes to mind? For many, it could mean spending time with someone, getting to know them, hanging out, or even meeting for work or a specific purpose (e.g., "I'm seeing a client"). Others may think of developing a deeper understanding or connection, whether platonic or romantic.

The deeper reality behind these meanings emphasizes that Jesus doesn't just want to see us in a literal sense; He wants to know us intimately and personally.

When we reflect on the statement "Jesus wants to see you," we must ask ourselves: Can He truly see us? There are moments when we might believe His eyes are fixed on us, while our hearts wander elsewhere, perhaps even to another love.

In a relationship, spending quality time together is important to maintain a genuine connection. When was the last time you hung out with Him? When did you last share your life moments, enjoying each other's company? In response, He says, "I stand at the door of your heart; if you hear Me, open the door so I can come in and be with you."

(Revelation 3:20)

The Message (MSG) Bible translation reads: "Look at me. I stand at the door. I knock. If you hear me call and open the door, I'll come right in and sit down to supper with you."

In this relationship, He chooses you and prioritizes you above all else. But does Jesus see you? Or have you, perhaps, stepped away from His heart?

Stay Revived!

When Was the Last Time You Traded with the Great One?

While reading a book on dreams, I came to a profound realization: walking with God is not just a discipline—it is a divine invitation. God continually calls us into deeper purpose.

I remember specific moments when I set aside days each week to wait on the Lord. In those quiet places of prayer, His gentle instructions would come:
"Why don't you extend your fasting period?"
"You could try praying a bit longer."
"You don't really need to respond to that message, you know."

And the directions continued, guiding me through the daily rhythms of life.

One of the earliest times I recognized the Holy Spirit's promptings was during a simple transaction. I needed to transfer money to a neighbor and, as usual, intended to use her old account details. But the Holy Spirit nudged me:
"Why not ask for her current account number instead?"

I dismissed the thought and proceeded as planned. Shortly after the transfer, my neighbor informed me that the account was experiencing network issues. I had to wait longer for confirmation—something that could’ve been avoided had I simply listened.

God constantly places choices before us. He says, “I have set before you life and death—choose life.” (Deuteronomy 30:19)
He invites, “Come to me, all who labor...” (Matthew 11:28)
And He assures, “Seek me and you will find me, when you seek me with all your heart.” (Jeremiah 29:13)

God longs for us to come—not out of fear, but from a heart that desires to reflect His divine reality in our human experience. He calls us to something greater: a life that transcends mere survival, a life rooted in love, purpose, and partnership with Him.

To every generation, in every season, God extends an open offer:
“Let’s do life together. I know the trade inside out. Yes, there will be losses—but if you walk with Me, the profit will far outweigh the pain.”

He gives us options. He provides counsel. And He still speaks today.

God is asking:
"Will you do business with Me?"
"Will you trade with the Most High?"

Unlike evil spirits that oppress and dominate, Jesus invites. He respects your will and desires your love—not forced obedience.

Too often, we wait for a nightmare, a crisis, a prophecy, or a painful experience before we run to the Great One. But that is not His desire. As the Psalmist beautifully declares in Psalm 23:1–3 (MSG):

God, my shepherd! I don’t need a thing.
You have bedded me down in lush meadows,
You find me quiet pools to drink from.
True to Your word,
You let me catch my breath
And send me in the right direction.

God wants to hold our hand and lead us in the right path. Truly, He desires to be our Shepherd—not just in crisis, but in every step of our daily walk.

Stay revived. Stay aligned. Say yes to His invitation.

Aligned for a Generation

 

John 1:1 (KJV)

"In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God."

From Scripture, we understand that Jehovah existed long before the creation of the heavens and the earth. Genesis 1:1 says, "In the beginning, God created the heaven and the earth." This teaches us that God existed before "the beginning," in a realm beyond time and creation.

As a child, I often asked, “Where does God live?”

The usual answer was, “He lives in heaven.”

But that puzzled me—if God created the heavens, how could He live in something that didn’t yet exist?

Over time, I came to realize that God exists in a realm where the normal human mind cannot comprehend. He is enthroned there, and the earth is His footstool. God is not bound by our time. He interacts with us according to His divine timing and purpose for our lives.

The book of Jeremiah 1:5 (MSG) says:

"Before I shaped you in the womb, I knew all about you. Before you saw the light of day, I had holy plans for you..."

God knows us intimately, beyond what we know of ourselves. He sees us not only as we are, but as He designed us to be before the foundations of the earth. That’s why He continually calls us to align with Him, so He can reveal the specific dimension of our identity that He desires to express through us in each season.

When we walk in alignment with the Holy Spirit, He gives us glimpses, brief or prolonged, of what He can accomplish in us and through us.

I used to think the Lord spoke rarely.

But now I understand: He speaks more often than we realize, just not always in the way or at the time we expect.

If your heart longs to converse with Him, know this: He is always ready to respond.

Sometimes, we ask and feel like there’s no answer—but it’s not that He hasn’t heard. He is waiting for the moment that aligns with His perfect will. He searches the true intentions behind our requests, and when His answer comes, it comes not merely with words, but with purpose, clarity, and undeniable confirmation.

You will know it was the Lord who answered.

There is a divine call to align ourselves with God’s purpose in this season.

The Holy Spirit has stirred the waters.

A window is open.

God is positioning men and women in the marketplace with the cry of a generation burning in their hearts.

Those who rise strong and triumphant will be the ones who align with what God is doing now.

There is life beyond the daily routine.

There is a sacred beauty in setting things right.

We are not here just for ourselves—we are here for a generation.

Our allegiance is to the Lamb.

And He is calling us to align.

Stay Revived!