Is God Still Working? Embracing the New Thing He's Doing
As we approach Easter, it's a perfect time to reflect on the incredible story of Palm Sunday and the profound implications it has for our lives today. This pivotal moment in history wasn't just a one-time event, but a declaration of God's ongoing work in the world and in our hearts.
If you've ever asked, "Is God still working?" — this story is your answer.
The Triumphant Entry
"Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem! See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey." — Zechariah 9:9
Picture the scene: A king riding into Jerusalem on a donkey, greeted by crowds waving palm branches and shouting "Hosanna!" This wasn't just any king, but the King of Kings, fulfilling prophecies spoken centuries before. Zechariah 9:9 foretold this moment: "Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem! See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey."
But this triumphant entry was more than just the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy. It was a declaration of a new era, a new covenant, and a new way of relating to God. The King who entered Jerusalem that day wasn't coming to establish an earthly kingdom, but to inaugurate a spiritual revolution that would change the course of history.
God's Ongoing Work
"See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare; before they spring into being I announce them to you." — Isaiah 42:9
One of the most powerful truths we can grasp is that God is always at work, always doing something new. Isaiah 42:9 proclaims, "See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare; before they spring into being I announce them to you." This isn't just about events that happened thousands of years ago – it's a living reality for us today.
So is God still working? Absolutely. God is constantly seeking to do new things in our lives, to bring about growth, transformation, and renewal. The question is: are we paying attention? Are we open to His work, or are we resisting it?
Channels of the Spirit
To understand how God works in our lives, we can look at the vision in Zechariah 4. It describes a golden lampstand with a bowl on top, connected to lamps through channels. This imagery represents how the Holy Spirit flows into our lives, bringing wisdom, counsel, knowledge, might, and the fear of the Lord.
But here's the crucial question: are our channels open? Or have they become clogged with distractions, busyness, or resistance? God's desire is to pour out His Spirit continually, but we must keep those channels clear and open.
This is one way to respond when you ask yourself, “Is God still working in me?” Keep the channels open and you'll see He is.
Reversing the Curse
The events of Holy Week – from Palm Sunday through Easter – represent God's ultimate "new thing." Through Christ's death and resurrection, He began to reverse the curse of sin and death. This cosmic reversal offers us adoption into God's family, redemption from darkness, and restoration of our whole being – spirit, soul, and body.
"My Spirit, who is on you, will not depart from you..." — Isaiah 59:21
The game-changer in all of this is the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. God's dream was always to live inside us, guiding us, empowering us, and transforming us from the inside out. This is the new covenant promised in Isaiah 59:21: "My Spirit, who is on you, will not depart from you, and my words that I have put in your mouth will always be on your lips, on the lips of your children and on the lips of their descendants—from this time on and forever."
Is God still working in our world today? Through the Holy Spirit, He is working in and through every believer—right now.
Embracing the New
So how do we position ourselves to experience the new things God wants to do? Here are some practical steps:
Yield daily
Start each day by surrendering your life to Christ. Say, "Jesus, I give my life to you today."
Stay open
Be attentive to God's voice and leading. He may be calling you to new steps of faith, like baptism, forgiveness, or acts of generosity.
Let go of the past
"Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!" — Isaiah 43:18-19
Engage with Scripture
Make reading or listening to the Bible a daily habit. It's through His Word that God often speaks and reveals His will.
Cultivate prayer
Keep a prayer journal, writing down your requests and watching how God answers.
Practice forgiveness
Is there someone you need to forgive? This could be the "new thing" God is calling you to do.
Grow in generosity
Reflect God's generous nature by being open-handed with your resources and kindness.
The goal isn't just personal improvement, but becoming more like Christ in every area of life. As we yield to God's work, we become better spouses, parents, grandparents, and friends – all flowing from a heart that's continually being renewed by God's Spirit.
The King is Still at Work
As we approach Easter, let's remember that the King who rode into Jerusalem on a donkey is still at work today. He's still in the business of doing new things, of transforming lives and reversing curses.
Still wondering, “Is God still working?” Look around. Look within. The answer is yes.
The question is: will we recognize His work? Will we embrace it?
This Easter, don't just celebrate a historical event. Open your heart to the living King who wants to do a new thing in your life right now. Yield to His leading, clear out the channels of your heart, and watch in wonder as He brings new life, new purpose, and new joy.
"The King is coming. The King is here. And He's always doing something new."
Is God still working? Yes. The only question is: are you ready to join Him?