The Power of a Vision

"Where there is no vision the people perish." (Prov. 29:18)

On the surface this verse of scripture may seem somewhat tamed, and inconsequential. However, make no mistake about it, this short verse contains a wealth of information and explains so much.

I often say that the greatest responsibility of every believer is the constant, daily, intake, digestion, metabolism and inculcation of bible doctrine. When the believer is inundation with biblical doctrine  he takes on the thinking or mind of Christ, being able to manage his thought processes appropriately and adequately. The believer with Bible Doctrine resident in his souls can execute the command to cast down every argument and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God.

This same believer has the power to continuously transform himself by the renewing of his mind, each day becoming more like Christ and reflecting the purpose within his unique design.

The scriptural passage above is like any other passage of scripture.  When it is engaged with an open heart that is willing to allow God to speak through His Word, if reveals life and it exposes the source of power to engage the enigmatic issues of life.

Dr. Rick Wallace

The writer in this passage tells us that without a vision, the people will perish. Another translation says that without a vision the people cast off restraint. The ultimate picture here is that without a centralized vision, there is no true direction. Without a vision there is a tendency to move randomly with no true sense of purpose and destiny.

You see, when a vision is present, it connects the bearer of that vision with his/her identity, which in turn, unveils their purpose, which reveals their destiny. Your vision is a portrait of your purpose and when you have a true understanding of purpose it will explain your pain, direct your passion, solidify your resolve.

God told Habakkuk to write the vision down and make it plain so that the one that reads it may run. Their is a power in knowing and understanding your vision, but also knowing and understanding the vision of anyone you choose to follow.


Are you acquainted with your vision? ~ Rick Wallace