Before God Uses You, He will Give You These 7 Tests
David Diga Hernandez・64 minutes read
Understanding the testing process is crucial in spiritual growth, emphasizing the importance of discerning God's will and following Jesus. The text explores how Joseph's life exemplifies the divine testing journey, showcasing the necessity of self-denial and faithfulness in serving God.
Insights
- Trials and difficult circumstances are viewed as opportunities for purification by God, emphasizing the importance of discerning between personal and divine dreams to understand God's will.
- Hiddenness serves to purify motives and develop character, preparing individuals for future exposure, with God's timing aligning with the purity of one's motives to safeguard against premature promotion.
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Recent questions
How does God test the righteous?
Through trials and difficult circumstances.
Why is self-denial important in divine dreams?
To discern and follow God's will.
What is the significance of hiddenness in one's journey?
To purify motives and develop character.
How does faithfulness lead to success in service?
By maintaining integrity and consistency.
Why is responding positively to others' blessings important?
To overcome jealousy and insecurity.
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Summary
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Navigating God's Testing Process: A Spiritual Journey
- Understanding the process of being tested by God before being used is crucial in one's spiritual journey.
- The importance of fighting distractions and committing to the spirit over the flesh is emphasized.
- Process is defined as the proper use of moments sent by God, akin to Job 23:10.
- Trials and difficult circumstances are seen as opportunities for purification by God.
- God's testing of the righteous is highlighted in Jeremiah 20:12 and Psalm 105:19.
- Joseph's life is examined as a case study for understanding God's testing process.
- Differentiating between personal dreams and divine dreams is crucial in discerning God's will.
- The necessity of self-denial and following Jesus is stressed in the context of divine dreams.
- God's promotion and favor can attract jealousy and misunderstanding from others.
- The first test discussed is the test of service, emphasizing the importance of having a servant's heart in God's plan.
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"Overhead Projector Operator: Finding Purpose in Service"
- An overhead projector was used to project worship lyrics onto a screen, operated by the speaker.
- The speaker was initially hesitant but took on the role out of a sense of duty for the kingdom.
- The speaker meticulously organized the song lyrics, maintained the projector, and learned the worship team's cues.
- Tissue boxes were placed for emotional worshipers, showing attention to detail and care.
- The speaker found purpose and fulfillment in serving through operating the overhead projector.
- The speaker's journey into ministry began with this service role, leading to growth and learning.
- Joseph's brothers plotted to harm him, but Reuben intervened to protect him.
- Joseph was thrown into a cistern, symbolizing a period of hiddenness and protection.
- Hiddenness serves to purify motives and develop character, preparing for future exposure.
- God's timing in exposure aligns with the purity of one's motives, safeguarding against premature promotion.
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"Hiddenness, Betrayal, and Anointing: A Journey"
- God told Isaiah he would be ineffective in his message, speaking but not being heard or understood.
- God purifies individuals in seasons of hiddenness, where growth may seem sudden but is often built on years of unseen foundation.
- Sometimes individuals are promoted quickly by God, while others are not processed due to impure motives.
- Hiddenness is a blessing where growth and development occur.
- Joseph was sold by his brothers to Ishmaelite Traders for 20 pieces of silver and taken to Egypt.
- Reuben planned to rescue Joseph but found him missing, leading to discouragement.
- Trials like betrayal and heartache reveal one's character and anointing.
- Discouragement tests one's faith and persistence, challenging beliefs and relationships.
- The season of discouragement is temporary and serves a purpose in shaping one's character and calling.
- The glory and anointing on one's life are directly related to their brokenness and willingness to pay the price for ministry.
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"Joseph's Faithfulness Through Trials and Blessings"
- Joseph becomes the servant of Potiphar, experiencing success due to the Lord's presence.
- Despite being a servant and not where he desires, Joseph remains faithful and consistent in his service.
- Faithfulness is emphasized as more than mere activity over time, requiring excellence and the right attitude.
- Galatians 6:9 is referenced, highlighting the promise of reaping blessings through unwavering goodness.
- Joseph faces the test of blessings in Potiphar's house, where he maintains integrity despite temptations.
- Blessings can reveal true motives and character, as seen in Joseph's response to abundance.
- Seasons of blessings can lead to complacency and sin, requiring vigilance in maintaining integrity.
- Joseph's faithfulness leads to imprisonment after resisting Potiphar's wife's advances.
- Doing the right thing may not always lead to immediate blessings, sometimes placing one in challenging situations.
- Joseph interprets dreams for the cupbearer and baker in prison, showcasing his willingness to help others despite his own predicament.
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"Overcoming jealousy and celebrating others' blessings"
- Joseph helped the cup bearer interpret a dream, leading to his restoration.
- The test of jealousy is discussed, highlighting competition and backbiting in the church world.
- The Holy Spirit revealed that attacks stemmed from jealousy towards someone gaining desired blessings.
- Insecurity and jealousy can hinder celebrating others' blessings and affect ministry.
- Responding positively when others receive what you've prayed for is emphasized.
- A pastor's frustration when a new convert prophesied after a short time of praying for the gift is shared.
- Joseph faced the final test of interpreting Pharaoh's dream, showcasing the importance of faith.
