Lately, whenever I step outside, I find myself contemplating the atmosphere around me. The current world feels unstable, filled with fear, anxiety, and chaos. It’s a stark contrast to my previous experiences, such as my unforgettable trip to the City of Faith in Tulsa, Oklahoma, many years ago.

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I remember that day as if it were yesterday – and I think of it often. As I arrived at my destination, I was immediately enveloped in a palpable sense of faith as soon as I stepped out of my vehicle. It was as if the very air around me was infused with it, and this feeling profoundly impacted me. It shifted my perspective and opened my eyes to new possibilities. In that instant, I became certain that faith and the Word of God can transform not only individual atmospheres but even entire cities.

I don’t know about you, but I’m eager to see a shift in the current atmosphere of fear, anger, confusion, and chaos. I firmly believe that we possess the power and authority to bring about this change.

In Genesis 1:3, the Word of God says, Then God said, “Let there be light”; and there was light. 

When studying this scripture, I found the word, light, means:

• Light of life. 
• Light of prosperity. 
• Light of instruction. 
• Light of Jehovah. 

The present state of the world seems overwhelmingly grim. Yet, in the grand scheme of things, it may not compare to the darkness described in Genesis 1:3 when God spoke into the void. Despite this intense darkness, God’s powerful declaration, “Let there be light,” brought about a profound transformation as light flooded into existence.

As Christians who are born-again, we have been entrusted with the same divine power and authority.

So Jesus answered and said to them, “Have faith in God. For assuredly, I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whatever he says (Mk 11:22-23).

We, too, can speak into the darkness and command light. We can call forth the light of life, the light of prosperity, the light of instruction. We can call forth the light of Jehovah, Himself! Isn’t that great news?

We have the power and authority to ask God to shine His light upon our homes, families, cities, states, and nations, upon every challenge we may face today. We can and must do this.

Today, I am reminded of something God once led me to do during an earlier dark season. During that time, our nation was engulfed in chaos – it was everywhere. People were afraid, you could see it on every face. The very atmosphere was fear-induced. During that time, I sought the Lord and He instructed me to read the Word of God out loud every single day—not only out loud, but also outdoors—to release His Word into the atmosphere.

As I obeyed the Lord’s prompting, the Word of God changed the atmosphere during that season, and peace reigned all around me. I believe the spoken Word of God released light into the atmosphere, causing things to change, just as they did when God spoke in Genesis 1:3.

Each morning, I would go to my back porch, Bible in hand, and read the Word of God out loud. Upon completion, I would pray for a few moments, asking God to allow the words I spoke to penetrate the darkness and bring forth light—to literally change the atmosphere. I ask the Holy Spirit to drive out all fear, anxiety, and chaos and release God’s peace and light into our nation.

Recently, as I revisited this time, I began to ponder: “What if we all did this every day? What sort of impact would it have? Would we start to witness the same magnitude of light that God saw that day at the very beginning of Genesis? Could we experience a new beginning and create a God-filled atmosphere?”

Declaring the Word of God collectively and consistently has immense power. When we join together in this practice, we magnify its impact and create a strong and unifying spiritual force.

Again, I say to you that if two of you agree on earth concerning anything that they ask, it will be done for them by My Father in heaven. For where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am there in the midst of them” (Matt. 18:19-20).

I love how the Amplified Bible states this scripture.

Again, I tell you, if two of you on earth agree (harmonize together, make a symphony together) about whatever [anything and everything] they may ask, it will come to pass and be done for them by My Father in heaven. For wherever two or three are gathered (drawn together as My followers) in (into) My name, there I Am in the midst of them.

There is dynamic power in agreement. Anything and everything we ask will come to pass and be done – because Jesus is right there with us!

Will you join me today in transforming the atmosphere in our nation, your city, or even your family? Spend a few moments immersing yourself in the unwavering and potent Word of God, speaking it out loud in an outdoor setting. It doesn’t matter which passage you choose – let God guide you. If you’re uncertain, start with Psalms. I often find great strength in delving into the book of Psalms.

When we long for positive change but feel uncertain about what steps to take, there is a simple yet powerful action we can all engage in. Together, we can call forth God’s light into our surroundings—into our communities, our homes, our nation, and even into the highest seats of government. By coming together in this endeavor, we can actively change the atmosphere around us. Will you join with me in this collective endeavor?

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Kim Potter is the author of Deeper Still, a 90-day devotional on a deeper relationship with God. She is also the founder of A New Thing Ministries, which sends a daily teaching to thousands of people all around the world. Her articles have appeared on The Elijah List, in Charisma Magazine, and on Spirit Fuel and iBelieve.com. Kim’s message is one of hope. She speaks to the hearts of those who have grown discouraged or disappointed by the circumstances of life, to impart hope. To order her new book or receive her daily encouraging writings, visit her website at www.anewthingministries.com, or Books Archives – A New Thing Ministries. Photo Credit: Casey Horner on Unsplash.