In the Desert

The desert is a place of dryness and weariness. But it is also the place where we can develop our full potential in Christ. In the Bible, the desert is a picture of God's seasons of preparation. Moses was prepared to lead Israel out of Egyptian slavery by becoming a man of the desert. John the Baptist grew up in the desert before preparing the way of the Lord Jesus. Paul the apostle stayed in Arabia after he received the revelation of God's Son.




There are key things to remember when you're in a Christian desert experience:

1. God is with you.
2. God is using the desert to prepare your character for greater service for Christ.
3. The desert won't always "feel" right.
4. Don't stay there forever. When God leads the way out, go for it.