The People In Your Room

Have you ever been distracted by the energy or intent of another person or group? 

If you want to raise the dead, you need to put some people out of the room.
When Jesus was called upon to raise a young girl from the dead, the environment was not conducive to what He wanted. The Gospel of Mark describes the scene: “But they laughed at him. After he put them all out, he took the child’s father and mother and the disciples who were with him, and went in where the child was. He took her by the hand and said to her, ‘Talitha koum! (which means ‘Little girl, I say to you, get up!). Immediately the girl stood up and began to walk around (she was twelve years old). At this they were completely astonished.” (Mark 5:40-42)

Once the right people were with Him, Jesus raised Jairus' daughter back to life.

Sometimes Jesus raised the dead in public, but in this situation He took control of the pessimistic atmosphere by making sure the right people were with Him.

This lesson was not lost on Peter. When he was summoned to pray for a beloved woman, Tabitha, who had died, Peter “sent them all out of the room; then he got down on his knees and prayed. Turning toward the dead woman, he said, ‘Tabitha, get up.’ She opened her eyes, and seeing Peter, she sat up.” (Acts 9:40)

For those who operate in this realm, faith and unbelief are conditions that affect the atmosphere surrounding a miracle. Some ministries pick up on the energy of whoever is around them. Connecting with the force of faith in a given situation may require you to adjust the proximity of people around you. You need to be with the right people and sometimes the right person isn’t available. Sometimes it’s just you and God.

If this applies to the raising of the dead, it probably applies to any area of life where you need to reverse the situation in a supernatural act of faith. It could be a wayward loved one, marriage, or business. You are not being mean or lacking faith; you are being smart. When Peter was near execution in prison, there was a prayer gathering in a house—most likely John's dwelling. As they prayed in one accord their faith touched something and Peter broke out of jail. All the church was praying but one group of close knit members was the key to the miraculous jailbreak.

As I sit here and think about who the “right people” are in my own life, you come to mind. It is mind-blowing to consider the incredible people who have shown up to my meetings, listened to my messages, and encouraged me along the way. I know I wouldn’t have the reach and influence I currently walk in without your presence and support. Thank you for helping us create an environment where growth and breakthrough are possible. God has used you to strengthen our faith! Your prayers and encouragement continue to be vital on this journey. Would you partner with me in this mission to spread truth, hope, and liberty around the world? If you would like to join us and sow into the ministry, visit this link: lancewallnau.com/discover. Know this: we couldn't do it without you. 

The point? Know that faith can be strengthened by the right people in the room. The bigger the issue the more selective you need to be about who is with you. Create a climate conducive to faith. Create a climate conducive to breakthrough with a child, spouse, negotiation, business, healing, or miracle. And if need be, put some people out of the room, out of the house, out of the office—and do business with God.