A Reflection On Dreams

When I want to turn my aspirations into reality

God gives us dreams because He wants us to accomplish things. In the heart that dreams, God can plant visions of widespread, effective ministries, of preaching the gospel and helping the poor, of finding innovative ways to build the Kingdom of Heaven. Dreams are the beginning of all good accomplishments—but in themselves, they don’t accomplish anything. Though God plants dreams in our hearts, He does not simply leave them there. God wants our visions to have a plan of action.

Do you have a vision you’re convinced God has given you? If so, what are your plans? God is expecting you to take the dreams He has given you and move them forward. First write the steps down; then take them. Are you unsure of your dreams? Still trying to determine whether they are self-ordained or God-given? Then ask God specifically to encourage the ones that are also His dreams for you. But once you know the difference, don’t let them sit. Ask for His timing. Ask for His wisdom. And act on His promises.

A hard worker has plenty of food, but a person who chases fantasies has no sense.

Proverbs 12:11