Introduction:
Why is it that in the Bible days kings valued their dreams, whereas today, many believers and leaders don’t attach importance to their dreams?
Kings like Pharoah
(Genesis 41:36),
Nebuchadnezzar
(Daniel 2:1-49,4:1-37)
Abimelech
(Genesis 20:3-7)
Solomon
(1Kings 3:5-15)
Midianite king
(judges 7:13-15)
[Notable Leaders with Dreams]
Joseph
(Genesis 37:5-11)
Dreamt of his brothers sheaves and stars.
Jacob
(Genesis 28:10-22)
Dreamt of a Ladder to heaven.
Daniel
(Dan 7:1-28)(8:1-27)(10:1-27)
Received prophetic visions.
There are several reasons for the disparity
Between the values that kings and notable leaders give to their dreams and the values this generation accord our dreams.
1)[Cultural significance]
(Genesis 37:5-11)(Numbers 12:6)
Dreams were considered as a means of divine communication in ancient cultures.
2)[SpiritualAwareness]
(Job 33:15-16)(Psalm 119:147)
The Bible emphasizes the importance of listening to Gods voice, including through dreams.
3)[Limited Communication]
Before widespread literacy and technolgy, dreams were a vital source of guidance.
Unfortunately we think it has been replaced, but not at all.
4)[Rationalism and skepticism]
Because of scientific Revolution which brought some levels of enlightenment,this has led to reliance on reason and empirical evidence.
The truth really is that major scientific breakthroughs were birthed by deeper spiritual encounters of Dreams and Revelations.
5)[Misunderstanding or misapplication]
Charismatic movements and misinterpretation of dreams may have led to skepticism.
Biblical principles remain sacrosanct .
1)God still speaks through dreams. It is as ancient as the ancient of days.
(Joel 2:28)(Acts 2:17)
2)Believers are strongly admonished to listen and discern dreams and visions.
(1 Corinthians 12:10)(1Thessalonians 5:20-21)
3)Spiritual Leadership only succeed when we pay attention to Gods voice.
HOW TO RESTORE YOUR VALUATION OF DREAMS.
1)Be intentional to study biblical examples and principles that underline dreams.
2)Cultivate spiritual sensitivity and awareness.
3)Recognize and engage the presence and person of the Holy Spirit who is resident in every believer and he is the spirit wisdom and behind every revelation.
4)Seek counsel and guidance from trusted mentors and leaders.
(1 Corinthians 14:29)(1Thes 5:20-21)
APOSTOLIC-PRAYERS
1)Open my eyes O lord to the truth about dreams in Jesus name.
2)I cast away every fear and doubt in my heart affecting my acceptance of dreams in Jesus name.
3)HolySpirit of God I open up to you. Please encounter me deeper on the matter of dreams.
4)Every foundation of nightmares in my life be destroyed now in Jesus name.
5)Holy ghost fire purge my vessel with your fire in Jesus name.
6)Blood of Jesus x 3 purge my vessel to see men as men not as trees in Jesus name.
7)Show me O lord dreams and visions of global impact and relevance in Jesus name.