Lecture on Divine Promotion and Humility

Introduction

• Speaker shares a word of encouragement and prophecy.
• Emphasizes checking the message with the Word of God and the Holy Spirit.
• This message is meant for a select few, serving as confirmation.

Main Message: Divine Exaltation

• God is preparing to exalt certain individuals.
• Encourages listeners not to self-promote or be upset when others do not recognize their worth.
• God's timing involves keeping valuable aspects hidden until the right moment.

Biblical Reference: 1 Samuel 16

• Story of Samuel anointing David as king:
  • Saul fell out of favor with God, prompting the search for a new king.
  • Samuel is sent to anoint one of Jesse's sons.
  • God rejects Jesse's first seven sons, choosing David, the youngest, who was tending sheep.
  • Emphasizes that God looks at the heart, not outward appearance.

Key Themes and Takeaways

God’s Selection Criteria

• God chooses those who may not appear qualified by human standards.
• Importance of humility and the process of purging in preparation for exaltation.

Reflection on Leadership

• True leaders often do not seek power.
• God exalts the humble and those who do not pursue leadership for personal gain.

Application for Believers

• Believers may be overlooked due to outward appearance or worldly standards.
• God is preparing to reveal hidden talents and qualities.
• Encouragement to continue faithfulness and diligence in private devotion.

Prophetic Word for Various Contexts

In the Body of Christ

• Some leaders will begin to recognize overlooked talents in others.
• Acknowledgment of jewels within individuals that will soon be revealed.

In Professional Settings

• God may elevate believers to positions for which they are not naturally qualified.
• Believers encouraged to trust in God’s favor over worldly qualifications.

In Family Dynamics

• Recognition of God-given qualities in individuals previously overlooked by family members.

Conclusion

• Reminder of the importance of staying connected to God through prayer, worship, and Scripture.
• Encourages continued faithfulness as God is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.
• God will exalt individuals in public for His glory, not for personal gain.
• Encourages believers to help uplift others once they are in positions of influence.