Consecration

Murray had a powerful exhortation this morning about consecration.

We are to set apart--committed to God's purposes--committed, in advance, to say yes to whatever He calls us to.

Whatever means whatever. And the yes is unconditional--given before the call is made.


Who does this call to a consecrated life apply to? Does it apply only to those called to paid ministry?
Actually it is clear the call to consecration applies to all believers.

I am satisfied God has called me to business. And by faith I am developing big dreams and visions for this business.

But God has been speaking to me consistently about consecration. My whole life is to be set apart for Him--that includes business--which is becoming a central part of this life He has led me to.
The life of a business person is not a lesser calling--not if it is truly God's calling on my life. It is a calling as surely as anything in what is traditionally regarded as ministry.
Does God's glory not fill the whole earth?

Joshua 1:3 says "Every place that the sole of your foot shall tread upon, that have I given to you, as I said to Moses."

Every place that the sole of your foot shall tread---every place that the sole of your foot shall tread.

God wants His people to extend the kingdom to world of finance and business. And that requires business people who are set apart for His purpose--who are committed, in advance, to obey in the realm of finances--who can be trusted with riches because they have died to self.

This requires anointing as surely as that required for pulpit ministry.

This requires surrender.

This requires willingness to carry the cross

This requires integrity of heart and prophetic vision.

This requires people who walk in intimacy with the Father and who know the privilege of sonship.

This requires courage and a life hidden in Christ who is above.

May I be found a worthy servant.