Change and transition

[phynestone]

I was sitting in my room thinking about all that has transpired this year and I realized that God has (and is) repositioning people and things in my life. I don't know if I'm about to embark on some great challenge in my life, but my question to you ladies is this: What did you notice about your life before going through some type of change or transition from one level to the next in your life? I don't think this is all in my head.

 

[Laela]

I've come a long way in my Walk. The Bible has great examples of being fruitless in God's eyes - Abraham for one, when he didn't listen to God's instructions or trust him. So God stopped speaking to Abraham for 13 years, so for 13 years Abraham went through his wilderness and couldn't get to Step 2, because He didn't pass Step 1.

In my experience and in hindsight (which we all know is 20/20 vision ) I see that I've made baby steps and gradually learned to trust God for myself. God used to talk to me, through others, and I never listened. So I went through unnecessary trials/situations (my wilderness).
Now, the things I used to do or gave me a rise, no longer affect me. For example, I could be at a gathering and see people drinking and gyrating to sexually explicit songs (things I used to do) and experience a strong hatred for it (not the people). Why? I'd dealt with those 'demons' long ago and have let God sit on the throne of my heart.

Now I dance for the Lord and I glory Him in song and dance. I'm still a work in progress...because once I get the victory over a weakness/demon, it's on to the next one. Renewing of my mind is a spiritual progression, from the inside, out. It's allowing my mind (where the devil tries to influence me) to line up with my heart (where God talks to me).

 

[Livingmylifetothefullest]

my question to you ladies is this: What did you notice about your life before going through some type of change or transition from one level to the next in your life?

Something "bad" always happens but it actually turns out to be a blessing in disguise for something bigger and better. It's almost like clockwork, every major event in my life, I already know that something will go wrong weeks or days before and I survive the storm and the sun comes out and the flowers began to bloom.

 

[luthiengirlie]

I was sitting in my room thinking about all that has transpired this year and I realized that God has (and is) repositioning people and things in my life. I don't know if I'm about to embark on some great challenge in my life, but my question to you ladies is this: What did you notice about your life before going through some type of change or transition from one level to the next in your life? I don't think this is all in my head.

I have been going through some serious spiritual battles lately. When that happens it means God is going to do something in my life. New Level new devils as they say.

 

[phynestone]

^^^^^^^^Never heard that saying. It's something new to me.

 

[luthiengirlie]

It means when God has a new chapter, satan attacks because he knows How powerful we could be in the kingdom of God and draw souls to Him the stronger we grow in Christ.

 

[momi]

Great responses...

For me I just began to grow dissatisfied with where I was in my relationship with God and with others...and just knew it was time to "grow up". I also had to learn how to depend solely on The Lord and not friends for comfort and direction.

 

[PinkPebbles]

This is a good thread.

For me I've noticed a few things take place.

1. My desire changes. What I use to enjoy or anticipate no longer feels the same or lingers in my heart.

2. Unexpected tests frequently arise.

3. I feel as though I need to pray more and consecrate myself.

4. All of sudden distractions come into play; people, places, things, etc.

5. Feels like a spiritual battle is taking place in the mind.

6. Often time feel alone b/c change is taking place. What use to comfort and provide support is no longer there.

7. Have to trust and depend on God like never before.

 

[loolalooh]

I was sitting in my room thinking about all that has transpired this year and I realized that God has (and is) repositioning people and things in my life. I don't know if I'm about to embark on some great challenge in my life, but my question to you ladies is this: What did you notice about your life before going through some type of change or transition from one level to the next in your life? I don't think this is all in my head.

"Reliable" doors started to close. "New" doors started to appear and open. Repositioning of people happened. When I looked closely, all arrows lined up and pointed "that way" ... to the door of transition.

 

[Butterfly08]

All these are great answers....

Something "bad" always happens but it actually turns out to be a blessing in disguise for something bigger and better. It's almost like clockwork, every major event in my life, I already know that something will go wrong weeks or days before and I survive the storm and the sun comes out and the flowers began to bloom.

Great responses...

For me I just began to grow dissatisfied with where I was in my relationship with God and with others...and just knew it was time to "grow up". I also had to learn how to depend solely on The Lord and not friends for comfort and direction.

This is a good thread.

For me I've noticed a few things take place.

1. My desire changes. What I use to enjoy or anticipate no longer feels the same or lingers in my heart.

2. Unexpected tests frequently arise.

3. I feel as though I need to pray more and consecrate myself.

4. All of sudden distractions come into play; people, places, things, etc.

5. Feels like a spiritual battle is taking place in the mind.

6. Often time feel alone b/c change is taking place. What use to comfort and provide support is no longer there.

7. Have to trust and depend on God like never before.

I definitely experience a sense of frustration or dissatisfaction with my present circumstances. For instance, when I knew it was time for career advancement I was looking for 2nd jobs, doing all kinds of things but God blessed a different way. I had even bought a new jacket and told myself I would wear this on my new job (and I did, but it was at my same place of employment - just in a different position).

I also experience heavy opposition and battles. I can see where in my early 20's I was moving in the right path and the enemy was allowed to come crashing in and almost destroy my spirit totally. I almost gave up on God, stopped serving in ministry, stopped being as faithful in church....it took me years to build back from that. Years later, I still face devastation and disappointments, but I have grown enough in God to know that He WILL bring me through it all.

I really do believe that the closer you get with God, He will gently prepare you for each transition. So you start sensing in your spirit that something needs to or is about to change.

 

[phynestone]

I visited a new church yesterday and the sermon was about change and transition. Extremely timely and it was for me. This thread, along with the wilderness thread have been helpful in my time of need.

 

[Vonnieluvs08]

My walk is still quite young but I can feel the Lord pulling me closer to him when there is a change or transition coming up. It's like the Lord is sheltering me and teaching me how to smoothly encounter these changes.

He puts the right people around me who not only will point me back to Him but also they will tell me things that answer questions that only the Father knows about. These people are also just an earthly extension of His love for me, people to pray with, and hold me accountable.

He will point out scripture or I will read a book or response in a thread on here that will encourage me or give me wisdom. The Lord talks to me more through other means (people, books, scripture) then the whisper in my ear or thought in my head that others have. Sometimes he will show me in different ways if I don't get it the first time as if I miss interpret Scripture then a book or sermon will explain it to me so I recognize what is going on.

If I'm being disobedient (not adapting/or resisting change) He will do something or show me something that causes me to go running for Him so that he can guide me through the transition.

 

[PinkPebbles]

I really do believe that the closer you get with God, He will gently prepare you for each transition. So you start sensing in your spirit that something needs to or is about to change.

I'm in total agreement! The transition doesn't always have to be painful.

I'm in transition now. And I must say in this transition the Lord has given me such a peace; along with discernment, discretion, and wisdom. If we take the time to just be still for a moment, He will give us understanding as He lead and guide us.

 

[phynestone]

Yes, yes and more yes! I love these responses!