Luke 1:17 & Malachi 4:5-6
Malachi 4:5–6 declares, “See, I will send the prophet Elijah to you before that great and dreadful day of the Lord comes.” Centuries later, Luke 1:17 describes John the Baptist as one who would go before the Lord “in the spirit and power of Elijah.” These passages remind us that God raises up people who are willing to stand boldly for truth, call hearts back to Him, and prepare the way for what He is about to do.
Even though we just got done casting our ballot this week, the urgency is unmistakable. We NEED new leaders, but not just merely people seeking titles, platforms, or recognition, but men and women willing to become like Elijah: courageous, prayerful, obedient, and completely surrendered to God. Elijah lived in a culture very much like how things are here in Genesee County; a time and a place where truth was being and is being compromised and Elijah refused to remain silent. He understood that his strength was not found in himself but in the power of God working through him.
Today, God is still looking for people who will make themselves available. The question is not whether we have enough talent, influence, or resources. The question is whether we are willing to say, “Here I am, Lord. Use me.”
Our churches, families, communities, and future generations desperately need leaders who will carry truth with love and conviction. We must become ambassadors of God—selflessly committed, spiritually prepared, and desperate for His power rather than our own.
The time to raise up new leaders is not someday. It is now. May we become people who are willing to stand, speak, serve, pray, and surrender so that God’s truth and power can work through us. Be an Elijah!
Even though we just got done casting our ballot this week, the urgency is unmistakable. We NEED new leaders, but not just merely people seeking titles, platforms, or recognition, but men and women willing to become like Elijah: courageous, prayerful, obedient, and completely surrendered to God. Elijah lived in a culture very much like how things are here in Genesee County; a time and a place where truth was being and is being compromised and Elijah refused to remain silent. He understood that his strength was not found in himself but in the power of God working through him.
Today, God is still looking for people who will make themselves available. The question is not whether we have enough talent, influence, or resources. The question is whether we are willing to say, “Here I am, Lord. Use me.”
Our churches, families, communities, and future generations desperately need leaders who will carry truth with love and conviction. We must become ambassadors of God—selflessly committed, spiritually prepared, and desperate for His power rather than our own.
The time to raise up new leaders is not someday. It is now. May we become people who are willing to stand, speak, serve, pray, and surrender so that God’s truth and power can work through us. Be an Elijah!
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