“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.” Ephesians 3:20-21
It is natural for God to be supernatural! He is able to “do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine.” Jesus confirms this when he says, “with God all things are possible” (Matthew 19:26).
I am amazed how our culture is enthralled by supernatural evil; i.e. horror movies, witchcraft, paranormal activity, etc., but is ambivalent to the fact and activity of the supernatural nature of a good God. I am also amazed how some Christians do not believe that God gets supernaturally involved in people’s daily lives beyond the work of salvation. After all, the last time I checked, Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and forever (Hebrews 13:8).
Every so often I have to clean the “gunk” out of our house’s gutters. The gunk prohibits the flow of water and hinders their purpose. Once the gunk is cleared the water can flow freely.
God chooses to accomplish His supernatural work “according to his power that is at work within us.” The source of the supernatural power in our lives is the Holy Spirit. We, too, have “gunk” in our lives that prevents the free flow of the supernatural power of God in and through our lives. There are several hindrances that need to removed in order for the Holy Spirit to work in and through us.
One’s limited theology can serve to resist and/or miss the working of the Holy Spirit. Putting “God in a box” can affect one’s faith in determining how and when God will move supernaturally in our present world. Thinking we God all figured out can cause us to miss experiencing Him supernaturally.
Continuing disobedience will lead to a grieving of the Holy Spirit and therefore, hinder the flow and working of the Holy Spirit. Paul wrote, “And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption” (Ephesians 4:30).
Unbelief or doubt will quench the supernatural working in your life. Paul wrote, “Do not quench the Spirit” (1 Thessalonians 5:19). James reminds us “the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That person should not expect to receive anything from the Lord. “ (James 1:6b-7).
It is natural for God to be supernatural. Identify and remove the hindrances that are preventing the Holy Spirit from flowing freely in your life today. Henry Blackaby in Experiencing God reminds us to “Watch and pray.” That is, after you pray, watch for God working supernaturally in and through you for His glory!
P.S. Do me a favor. When God moves supernaturally in and through you, thank Him first. Then, write me a comment so I can rejoice with you.