A VISION FOR THE FUTURE
A VISION FOR THE FUTURE
WHAT IS VISION?
In the world, vision is commonly associated with physical sight. Biblically, however, vision is the God-given ability to perceive a future reality that aligns with His Kingdom. It is the capacity to see, through faith, something good, righteous, and divinely promised that becomes more real to us than our present circumstances.
As we humbly meditate upon God's Word and walk in faith, He reveals His truth to our hearts. What He enables us to see by faith gradually becomes the reality we experience in the future. Biblical vision is therefore not wishful thinking or human imagination, but a revelation from God that shapes our perspective, strengthens our faith, and directs our lives according to His will.
Philippians 4:8 KJV
"Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things."
This passage teaches us to fix our minds on what reflects God's character and truth. As our thoughts become aligned with His Word, our faith is strengthened, enabling us to perceive His purposes with greater clarity and confidence.
KEY HEBREW TERM FOR VISION
חזון [Chazon] — This Hebrew word refers to a divine vision, prophetic revelation, or God-given insight. It describes a revelation that God communicates to His people concerning His purposes, plans, or future events. It is not merely a human ambition or dream, but a truth revealed by God Himself.
For example, the Hebrew expression for "a leader with vision" is מנהיג עם חזון [manhig im chazon], describing someone who leads with God-given direction and purpose.
WHY MUST IT BE RIGHTEOUS TO SEE A GOOD FUTURE?
Proverbs 29:18 KJV The full verse states: “Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.
WRITE DOWN YOUR VISION
Many believers have heard this phrase countless times, yet its depth is often overlooked. Scripture reminds us that when we choose God’s perfect will, we are stepping into plans that were established long before we were formed in our mother’s womb [Jeremiah 1:5; Psalm 139:16]. This reveals a powerful truth: any vision we write must be aligned with God’s divine purpose—conceived by Him before humanity ever existed.
“Write the vision and make it plain…” [Habakkuk 2:2]
FROM GOD
The only way to truly know this specific plan is by hearing from God—through His revelation, always in alignment with His Word. At times, this can feel overwhelming. Yet we are invited to respond in one of two ways.
We can say, “This is too hard.”
Or we can choose to say, “This is easy - because this will become my highest priority: to fellowship with God through daily study of His Word.”
Jesus said, “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me” [John 10:27]. As we cultivate intimacy with Him, clarity begins to unfold. Vision is not produced by striving, but by abiding. When we commit to seeking God first, His plans are revealed step by step - faith shaping vision, and vision shaping obedience.
GOD'S PERFECT VISION AND PLAN: ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN
God's perfect vision and plan is for mankind to multiply and propagate this land. In that vision and plan also, is to love one another as God loved and continues to love us [His love is eternal]. In that love is protection, health, [spiritual health] prosperity, and eternal life.
1 Corinthians 13:13 And now abideth faith, hope, charity [love], these three; but the greatest of these is charity [love].
WHEN THE VISION AND PLANS OF GOD WAS REMOVED FOR A SEASON
When relationships within families fracture - between couples, parents and children - and when violence, crime, and murder increase in our streets, it reflects more than social failure alone. It reveals hearts that have grown cold, a diminishing spiritual awareness, and a quiet turning away from God’s perfect love. Often this rejection is not deliberate, but subconscious, as humanity drifts further from the source of God's love, order, and peace.
Matthew 24:12 KJV And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold.
When people say marriage no longer works, what they often mean is that the spiritual framework that once supported it has quietly disappeared. As prayer fades and the Word is no longer studied, the spiritual covering once sought through faith is left unattended.
Though billions still believe in the God of Yehoshua [Jesus Christ], much of the world now navigates life without His Word as a guiding presence. In that absence, hearts and minds become more vulnerable - to confusion, to fear, and to influences that bring harm rather than life. What follows can be division, illness of soul and body, and outcomes never intended by God.
Marriage was never meant to stand alone. It was designed to be sustained by faith, prayer, and divine wisdom .
GOD'S ORIGINAL VISION AND PLAN IS: FAMILY
God also never intended the family to be fragmented; we were created to live in unity. When fragmentation appears, it is often easier to focus on the challenges than believe that God can assist us - or even be considered within the home. Or perhaps, God is believed, but is barely mentioned in our daily lives. Or perhaps one goes to church weekly, but God is still not mentioned in our daily lives.
To further explain, it means that hurt, offence, brokenness, witchcraft, other gods, or even busyness as absence is not evidence of love [instead of quality fellowship] etc; are maybe at play, yet God desires us to divinely forgive and to divinely love. Divinely love means there is no hidden agenda.
The love on earth desires something to be paid to the other person, and they may need either separation, isolation, no longer in communication and the hope to avenge.
God's separation is called being set-apart from the world, His righteousness is to ensure we are not offended by others or we are in vengeance, because the hurt one endured is a parents or child's fault. The most important principle is to repent and forgive, this means healing and reinforcement against Satan, so that the family can truly heal.
God is love and those that love in His perfect will, the love of God will cover all sins.
GOD GAVE US ADAM AND EVE - PARENTS
By giving us Adam and Eve, God established the parent and family as the first place of care and responsibility. From the beginning, children are meant to be raised with guidance, protection, and loving oversight.
The importance of this principle demonstrates love, honour and eternal life, it is so relevant that God spoke this in His word:
Exodus 20:12 KJV Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the Lord thy God giveth thee.
WHEN A CHILD IS GOING OFF COURSE IN LIFE
Once the children dishonour their parents, Satan knew this would break the entire family unit. When there is a breakdown, it means the parents may not have prayed from conception, whilst in the womb and until they leave the family unit, this often takes revelation. We must not be disheartened, God has not given up on anyone if those principles did not take place, we still have God's grace, mercy and favour. If it has been a long period of time, and you have prayed and prayed, one may need a direct word from God on what or how to pray so that one is spiritually prepared, sometimes it may also mean you need to be daily interceding.
Ephesians 6:18 KJV Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;
PARENTS ARE A GIFT
Some people grow up with parents who openly live out their faith and provide a strong spiritual foundation. Others experience relationships with their parents that feel heavy, complicated, or painful, and possibly dream about trading them for new parents.
These struggles were never meant for us to carry. Through daily prayer, we can gently place both our parents and our hurt into God’s care. When necessary, we can ask for strength and protection, while still choosing a posture of respect and grace, trusting that God understands the full story and walks with us through it.
Some also are not born into the care of their natural parents; some come into the world through adoption. Yet above all, there is a greater Father to all mankind - the God of Yehoshua [Jesus]. He fathers us in the way He always intended from the beginning: with perfect love, guidance, protection, and purpose. In Him, no one is without a Father, and no life is without belonging.
Romans 8:15 KJV
For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.
A GOLD CROWN IS SYMBOLIC TO GOD
He crowns the believers who are wiling to go through
Trials and Tribulations with Wisdom and Joy
When God crowns believers, it symbolizes eternal rewards, honour, and authority for faithfulness, perseverance, and righteousness in their walk.
In the world, when someone represents their country in the Olympic Games, serves in government or public office, builds a career in film, shows lifelong loyalty to a company, completes years of academic study - from a degree to a doctorate - or devotes their life to charitable work, their contributions are often recognised. These recognitions may come in the form of certificates, medals, statuettes, watches, bonuses, shares, or even royal titles. Such honours usually reflect commitments ranging from one year to fifty years of service on earth.
In the Kingdom of Heaven, however, there is a far greater and eternal recognition. Scripture speaks of spiritual crowns - symbolic rewards that reflect God’s acknowledgement of a life lived in faith, obedience, and love. These crowns represent heavenly glory for spiritual victories: choosing righteousness, remaining faithful through hardship, and persevering with joy, all for Yehoshua [Jesus].
These rewards are not earned through worldly status or public acclaim, but through character refined over time. They signify a life that learns to endure trials without lingering too long in discouragement, to rise again with hope, and to trust God even in seasons of difficulty. In doing so, believers grow spiritually while also helping to bring others into the Kingdom of Heaven.
Any reward a believer receives in this life - whether visible or unseen - often reflects this inner work of character being formed. Through life’s experiences, God teaches spiritual principles that do not end with this world, but carry forward into eternal life. Yes, this hope goes far beyond earthly recognition. It reminds us that while human awards may fade, what is built in faith, love, and obedience to God has lasting, eternal value.
THE WORD OF GOD SPEAKS OF BELIEVERS RECEIVING THE CROWN
Believers of Yehoshua [Christ Jesus] would be crowned by God, with several key verses promising different "crowns" for faithfulness, such as the Crown of Life for enduring trials and tribulations.
James 1:12 KJV Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
Revelation 2:10 KJV Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.
The Crown of Righteousness for loving Christ's return
2 Timothy 4:8 KJV Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing