Vision

Where there is no vision , the people are unrestrained,

Prov 29:18 (NASB95)

We here people talk about vision all the time. In business, government and in church we here leaders talk about getting the vision. But what exactly is vision and where does it come from?

Without making this complex vision is simply finding the direction or focus and going there. What is it that we will do? It provides the direction and the pinpoint to focus our attention and energy on.

Where does it come from? For the Christ followers it comes from Christ. The word used here in proverbs for vision can also be translated revelation. While some will argue which word should be used I say yes. Both words are accurate. For followers of Christ they are one in the same. Vision should always come from God's revelation to us. It is His vision, His revelation that gives us direction and the pinpoint to focus our energy on. To often Christians (churches) decide what their vision will be. That is all wrong. We don't decide, God does. He gives the vision. He authors the revelation. God has a plan and He will reveal to us as we pray, fast, talk with other Christ followers. He gives it through His word. It will never contradict.