REHOBOTH
“The Lord has made room” is the literal meaning of the Hebrew word Rehoboth. A plural noun, it translates to “broad places” or “unrestricted spaces.”
Isaac used this term to declare his victory when his third well was finally secured. This followed bitter contention over two previously dug wells that were seized by his adversaries (Genesis 26:12-22).
Isaac’s journey is a profound testament to persistence despite opposition. Imagine the deep satisfaction of finally striking a well that met no resistance.
Beloved, we live in a world often driven by the cruelty of envy. Therefore, as believers, we must lean entirely on God to carve out the room and space we need to flourish in life.
IT’S A NEW SEASON
Each new year is typically greeted with excitement and a flurry of dreams and aspirations. However, believers must also be watchful to identify the new territories God is calling them to occupy.
Regardless of oppositions, we are confident in God’s unwavering faithfulness to enlarge our borders this year. His divine strategy is rooted in the following truths:
- God honors the principle of covenant increase. His ancient promise to multiply the descendants of Abraham (Genesis 22:17) buoys our confidence.
- God does not want us to battle the wicked this season; He intends to carve out a niche for our success without contention (Genesis 26:22).
KEYS TO YOUR ROOM
As is typical with God’s blessings, there are conditions a believer must meet before settling into a new room:
- (R)edemption: Unless a man is born again, he cannot see the kingdom (John 3:3). This is the primary key to accessing the room God has prepared for us.
- (O)bedience: Following salvation, a believer must walk in absolute obedience to God’s commands (John 14:15).
- (O)ccupancy: Continually abiding in God’s presence guarantees security in the room (Psalm 91:1).
- (M)astery: God expects our hands to be busy digging the wells that will sustain us; the room cannot accommodate laziness (Proverbs 12:24).
Wishing you a Happy New Year!
