By Andrew Williams
Series: The Year of the Prophet- Month 2: The Sovereignty of the Call
Week 8: The Human Struggle (Reluctance & Fear)
Anchor Scripture: “Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying: ‘Whom shall I send, and who will go for Us?’ Then I said, ‘Here am I! Send me.'” — Isaiah 6:8 (NKJV)
The Teaching
We conclude this week of the “human struggle” by looking at the moment the struggle finally ends. We have seen the prophet “undone” by holiness and “purified” by fire. Now, and only now, is the prophet’s ear tuned to hear the primary question of the Godhead: “Whom shall I send?”
Notice the sequence of the sovereign call. God did not ask Isaiah to go while Isaiah was still full of himself. He waited until the prophet was empty. He also did not issue a direct command to Isaiah. Instead, He allowed Isaiah to overhear a conversation within the Divine Council. The question was a general one, but it required a specific, voluntary response.
The “Here am I” is the moment of total, unconditional surrender. It is the signing of a blank check with your life. Isaiah didn’t ask, “Where am I going?” or “What is the pay?” or “Will the people listen?” He simply presented his availability. The struggle with reluctance, fear, and inadequacy is finally swallowed up by the realization that being sent by God is the highest honor a human being can receive. To say “Here am I” is to move from being a victim of a calling to being a volunteer for a mission.
Prophetic Insight
Heaven is not looking for the most gifted or the most powerful; Heaven is looking for the most available. The “Here am I” response is the only thing that authorizes God to release the specific “Send me” instructions. Many people want the “Go,” but they aren’t willing to offer the “Here.” If you are still waiting for God to tell you exactly what your ministry will look like before you commit, you are still in the struggle. The Prophet’s “Yes” must precede the Prophet’s “Map.” When you stop making excuses and start making yourself available, you will find that the voice of the Lord becomes clearer than ever before.
The Activation
Today, find a place where you can be alone and physically stand on your feet. Close your eyes and imagine the Throne Room. Hear the Lord asking the question: “Whom shall I send?” Consciously and out loud, give your “unconditional Yes.” Say, “Here am I! Send me.” Do not add any “ifs,” “ands,” or “buts.” Just offer your presence as a response to His question.
Daily Prayer: Lord God, I have heard Your voice asking for a messenger. I repent for my hesitation, my excuses, and my running. Today, the struggle ends. I stand before You and I say: Here am I! Send me. I give You my life as a blank check. I will go where You want me to go and say what You want me to say. I am Your volunteer. Use me for Your glory. Amen.
