The Intensive 4: It's Time--Factors in Seeing the Fullness of Now

It seems like every other story in the news today is written in a
way that’s consciously intended to create a sense of urgency. The
writers appear to think that if it’s not urgent, it won’t capture
your attention. You’ll ignore it. But like the story of the boy who
cried “WOLF”, eventually people become immunized to a constant
urgency. According to the bible, King David had a group of advisors
known as the “sons of Issachar”, who were specifically gifted in
“understanding the times and knowing what Israel should do.” They
saw what was happening around their communities and nation, and
understood what was urgent and what was not. We need this kind of
wisdom today. Wisdom that sees clearly and recognizes when it’s
time to engage in strategic action. Wisdom that is rooted in
intimacy with God, and responds when His Spirit rises up in our
spirit and declares “It’s Time!”