by John Mason
Sometimes the most important and urgent thing we can do is get away to a peaceful and anointed spot.
This is one of the most powerful concepts that I personally have incorporated into my life. I'm sitting right now writing this message in a cabin up on a hill overlooking a beautiful lake, miles away from the nearest city.
As we choose to draw away for a time, we can see and hear much more clearly about how to go ahead. Jesus did this many times during His earthly life, especially just before and after major decisions.
The Bible says, "In quietness and confidence is your strength." (Isa 30:15 NLT). There's something invigorating and renewing about retreating to a quiet place of rest and peace. Silence is an environment in which great ideas are birthed.
There really are times when you should not see people—times when you should direct your whole attention toward God. I believe that every person should have a place of refuge, one out of the normal scope of living, one where he can "retreat to advance" and "focus in" with just the Lord and himself.
It is important to associate intently and as often as possible with your loftiest dreams. In Isaiah 40:31 we read, "Those who wait on the LORD will find new strength. They will fly high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint." (NLT) Learn to wait upon the Lord.
Make a regular appointment with yourself; it will be one of the most important times you can ever have during the course of a week or a month. Choose to retreat to advance. See how much clearer you move forward with God as a result.
Source: An Enemy Called Average by John Mason
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Those who wait on the LORD will find new strength. They will fly high on wings like eagles.
They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.
Isaiah 40:31 (NLT)
