As I was in prayer, I heard “Place the plumbline.” A plumbline is “a line (as of cord) that has at one end a weight (such as a plumb bob) and is used especially to determine if it is vertical.” (Merriam-Webster) A plumbline also determines if an element or object is in alignment or centered. The prophet Amos was given a vision of a plumbline and it symbolically represented a standard that God’s people should live by. “The Lord said to me, “Amos, what do you see?” I said, “A plumb line.” Then the Lord said, “See, I will put a plumb line among my people Israel to show how crooked they are. I will not look the other way any longer.” (Amos 7:8)

As I sought God in prayer for revelation, He showed me placing the plumbline vertically, is symbolic for our vertical relationship between us and Him. As we prioritize intimacy with Father God, Jesus, and Holy Spirit, we are positioning ourselves for alignment, as we center ourselves in Him. As we are consistent in placing the plumbline, dead weight, chaos, false obligations, fleshly desires, and more, are released, continuing the alignment of our lives on Earth as it is in Heaven, along with establishing order.

Seems simple! The truth is, it takes discipline, eliminating distraction, and a heart posture of full surrender! We need him, He is our life line. It’s crucial we invite Him into every area of our lives! His ways are so much better than ours!

Krish gave me permission to share a story relating to this topic. The other day Krish was beyond frustrated and stressed over a work assignment. He asked me to pray several times and I could feel his desperation. I prayed, however he was still in stress a few days later. I stopped and asked God for a word for him. God said “Tell him to flip the switch”, and He simply showed me how when we turn a light switch on or off it automatically shifts the atmosphere. He was asking Krish to shift the atmosphere by intentionally inviting Him into the project for revelation, breakthrough, and wisdom. Essentially, allowing God’s light to bring clarity and strategy! I shared with Krish what God spoke to me, he was obedient to God’s invitation, and BAM, it all began to flow and he was encountering his solutions quickly!

At times we forget to invite God into all aspects of our life. We often rely on our own skill, expertise, ability, or knowledge. Other times, we underestimate God’s desire to be apart of the things we see small or insignificant. When I coach clients, I always lead them to ask God for supernatural strategy! He knows all the ins and outs, and how to get us to the goal much quicker than we can.

So today, I encourage you to “Place the plumbline”, and stay consistent. Choose to invite Him into all things, at all times. Whether it be a project at work, a broken appliance at home, dealing with cranky kids, financial stress, relational issues, etc. Ask God for His heart in your situation! Ask Him what you need to see or hear! Ask Him for a supernatural solution to your natural frustration!

Love, Courage, and Grace!

Diane Anil