By Cyndi
Last week we had a wonderful night of worship. We sang some encouraging songs and some uplifting prophetic words came forth. In the midst of it God was speaking to me and I kept hearing the verse that says He has given us all things that pertain to life and godliness (2 Peter 1:3). Then I heard, “You have everything in your toolbox.” My toolbox? What is that supposed to mean?
In a flash the Holy Spirit revealed to me a picture of a toolbox behind me with everything I needed. It is like this: if I come upon something that needs to be cut, I get a saw out of my toolbox. If I have a plumbing problem, I pull out the wrenches and PVC pipes that I need. Other problems might just need to be hammered down or screwed in tight with the appropriate apparatus. Now, of course, I am not referring to actual problems in the natural, but in the spiritual realm.
In the days that we are living in, we are all facing challenges from many directions, but what the Lord was encouraging me with is the fact that we already have all that we need to face them. We already have every “tool” necessary to overcome, He has given them to us—His divine power has given them to us, the verse says. It is our job to unpack them, to open up our toolboxes and take them out. This may take some discernment as we do not want to bring a sledgehammer to work on a computer virus; or a needle and thread for cutting a tree down. But this is our part, taking the time to listen and find out what resource we need to accomplish the task and get the job done.
These tools may be used as weapons against the enemy, or ways we can stay encouraged, or even ways we can find a solution to the problem—look for a strategy and find a gadget tool for it. In addition, do not forget that the Word is one of the best devices we have. Jesus says in John 16:33, “In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” It is no surprise that we have troubles. However, He has given us everything we need to overcome. Therefore, open up your toolbox and see what you have.
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I sensed the same thing in my spirit yesterday during ministry time in church!
The Holy Spirit lead the prayer so differently for each person week after week, and as I looked back, I saw all the very different types of training that have been poured into me over the years was used.
I thanked the Father for preparing me with a full tool box long before I had a need for the “tool”
This is an excellent article. I have thought so much this week about God who is able through his power at work within us to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think” Ephesians 3:20. The toolbox idea makes since for any problem as we have the gift a God that answers prayer
Nov 9
Dear Robert & Cyndi,
Greetings! It’s just great to continue to hear messages from the Lord thru you by e-mail!!
2 Peter 1:3 came alive to me thru you, thanks very much!
This is an incredible analogy. Thank you so much for sharing this word from the Lord.
Wow! Truly these are words from the Holy Spirit. Jesus indeeed has left us everything in our toolbox.
Jesus has left us so much tools and often we moan and groan that we do not HEAR from HIM to solve our problems. We want HIm to be our “servant”. We ask and expect Him to answer, not only answer but to answer the way we want or expect HIM to. Wisdom on how to use the tools can only come from reading His Word and applying to our everyday lives.
I feel so excited after reading this article. My spirit just leaps up and i think these words are meant for this season where many are going thro much challenges and difficulties.
May the Lord bless you , Cindi and your ministry