The majority of the experiences in Jesus' life were naturally intensive in nature. Intensive in the sense that he used his everyday experiences for a purpose. A purpose greater than himself.  

The Hideaway Experience operates on the same principle - to create a place of experience for the Holy Spirit to mightily move throughout every life and relationship that enters the property. From the sequestered location to the hand chosen therapists, The Hideaway is an experience that continually moves lives closer to the healing power of the Holy Spirit. Offering first class accommodations and meals of country elegance, the spirit of excellence permeates all aspects of this intensive resort. 

This post is the first of a 4 weeks series entitled: EXPERIENCES THAT CHANGE LIVES. The posts over the next month aim to discuss various experiences throughout Christ's ministry and how His people have the opportunity to live similar experiences today. Enjoy.

EXPERIENCES THAT CHANGE LIVES

Experience Demands Positioning

Imagine crowd gathering so dense that no one is able to see past the other. The sick, wounded, and diseased are all lined up to see this man called Jesus and experience his alleged miraculous power to heal. All but one. A paralytic man. Determined to no end, the men who loved him the most withdrew to the roof. Using what was assuredly a rather rickety set up, they lowered him to the very core of where the Saviour was operating. When Jesus saw this disease-ridden man, His response was unexpected to say the least:

"And when Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, 'Son, your sins are forgiven."  Mark 2:5

Interestingly, Jesus claims the one act of this man that led to his healing was simply his faith. He had a disease. He needed an experience of healing with a Saviour. He positioned himself in the middle of Jehovah. He was healed. 

Jesus uses experiences similar to this throughout His ministry. More often than not though, in order for people to experience what He had to offer, they first had to fight through crowds, journey for miles, and always firstly put their faith in Him. For His people to believe any different would result in lifetimes of wandering and wondering whether a life lived in total health is possible. So why wonder any longer? The first step for change to happen in life begins with a step. Brides and grooms take steps toward each other on the wedding day. The sick take steps to heal their diseases. The wounds of heart must do the same thing. Often times these steps are the most difficult. However, the Lord is faithful to work in the lives of those who position themselves in his Presence. 

So, take the step. Experience the anointed sequestered location of the Hideaway Experience and have faith to see what the Lord will do.