Are you ready for your delivery?

In a recent sermon, Dr. GreGory took us on a journey into the powerful theme of “The Delivery Room.” His message challenged us to reflect on the spiritual process of bringing forth the gifts God has placed within us. This idea of a divine delivery room is not just about birth in the physical sense but about the spiritual preparation required for the things God wants to birth through us.

Embracing God's Timing

Pastor began by sharing how he had prepared a sermon on synchronization for eight weeks, only for God to tell him, "Not yet." This revelation came just the night before he was scheduled to preach, reminding us that, no matter how prepared we feel, God’s timing always prevails. Sometimes, even when we think we’re ready, God tells us to “go to sleep.” His message highlighted that we must remain open to the flow of God’s will, trusting that His timing is perfect, even if it means waiting longer than we anticipated.

The Lesson of Mercy

In Luke 6:33-44, Dr. GreGory brought our attention to Jesus' teachings on loving our enemies and showing mercy. He pointed out the challenge we face in giving without expecting anything in return, a call that goes beyond merely being good to those who do good to us. "If you only lend to those from whom you hope to receive, what credit is that to you?" Jesus asks. God’s love extends even to the unthankful and the evil, and we are called to mirror that love.

Bearing Fruit: What Are We Producing?

One of the most profound moments of the sermon was when Pastor asked the congregation, "What are you bearing?" He shared Jesus' words from Luke 6:43-44: "For every tree is known by its fruit." This was a sobering reminder that, as followers of Christ, the fruit we produce reflects what’s happening inside of us. Good trees bear good fruit, and corrupt trees bear bad fruit.

The Process of Delivery

The sermon then shifted to the metaphor of childbirth, describing how labor requires regular contractions that grow stronger and stronger. This, he explained, is symbolic of the spiritual birthing process. When God is about to bring something new into your life, it often comes with increased pressure and discomfort, just like contractions in labor.

He vividly described how childbirth, especially in the case of Jesus, wasn’t comfortable. Mary didn’t deliver in a pristine hospital room—she gave birth among hay, urine, and dung. Yet, through that discomfort, the King of Kings was born. Our spiritual delivery might not be convenient or comfortable, but it will bring forth something extraordinary if we trust God through the pain.

Sacrificial Giving and Spiritual Nesting

One of the most striking parts of the sermon was Dr. GreGory'’s reflection on sacrificial giving. He shared how the church blessed him with a financial gift, but he struggled to receive it, feeling that others might need it more. Yet, God reminded him that the measure by which we give is the measure by which we receive. If we sow generously, we should expect to reap generously, even if receiving is uncomfortable.

This ties into the idea of spiritual nesting, which Pastor described as a preparation phase before the delivery of God’s promise. Just as a mother prepares the nursery for her newborn, we too must prepare our spiritual house for what God is about to deliver. This means organizing our lives, removing anything that might hinder God’s work, and creating a space for His blessings to flow.

Conclusion: Get Ready for Your Delivery

The message from The Delivery Room is clear: something good is developing. We are in a season of spiritual preparation, and God is ready to bring forth new things in our lives. But just like in the natural process of childbirth, there will be discomfort, waiting, and a need for readiness. We must endure the contractions, prepare our spiritual homes, and trust that God is birthing something extraordinary in us.

Are you ready for your delivery?