I was truly inspired once again by Bruce Wilkinson’s writing. His way of tying scripture and grabbing ahold of one’s heart challenges readers to wonder why is it so hard to believe in miracles or the supernatural at work around us. Why aren’t these things happening on a regular basis in my life? The book has caused me to honestly re-examine the everyday situations I find myself in: whether it is driving to the store, talking on the phone, walking in the neighborhood, or counseling a young couple for marriage. I’m finding myself pausing to ask questions and being more aware of what is happening around me through the eyes of the Holy Spirit. These instances, I used to easily take for granted and not respond to, or if I did it would be by my understanding.
Bruce breaks down what he calls key questions and signals in a very simple way to respond to situations God places us in with the power of the Holy Spirit in order that we might be a partner in His miracle. Bruce writes, - “God is constantly at work in supernatural ways in our world, and He has much He wants to get done.
- God is actively looking for loyal partners—people who consistently care about what He cares about.
- God is regularly nudging people to respond, but most people miss His intentions or simply say no.”
He describes seven keys which fall into two groups. The first group Special Delivery, which applies to specific needs and the second group, Miracle Life, which describe internal actions that prepare you for a life of miracles. He chooses to deal with the Miracle Life group first in the book which includes Master, People, Spirit and Risk Keys. He writes, “These can become a habit that will radically change how you see the world and how you partner with God in the supernatural realm (49).” The Special Delivery group includes Money, Dream, and Forgiveness Keys. He describes these keys as external actions we take that lead to a miracle breakthrough for another person (49).”
Often times, I do not believe myself to be worthy of participating in a miracle for God or I see it as totally beyond me from participating, but this book helps the me to understand He is longing to do great things through me by the power of the Holy Spirit. We don’t need a perfect situation or opportunity or be perfectly trained. God is looking for those who are simply dependent upon Him to work through them.
At the end of the book, we are challenged by the thought, “You are a sent person (Master Key) who shares God’s heart for people (People Key) and who intentionally partners with the Spirit to do God’s work (Spirit Key) through acts of proactive dependence on Him (Risk Key) to deliver His miracle to others. So how does God see you right now? He sees you with pleasure and great anticipation (217).”
This book was a wonderful read that I’m still processing. How can I take each key and allow them to become a part of my life to see God at work through me in miraculous ways? I’m humbled by the thought. Who does God want me to go to and where does God want me to be at work next? May everywhere I go in everyday life be with the attitude of “Here Am I, Lord, send me!” Be sure to check out the online resources for this book as well for use with the discussion guide at the end of the book, http://www.ywbft.com/.
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