Title October 2019

Many people experience recurring dreams of taking an exam, and these dreams often take different forms. In some cases, people dream they are about to take an exam but realize they haven’t prepared. They find themselves caught off guard and wonder where the time went. In other instances, they may be facing a difficult test, while others seem to know what to do, leaving the dreamer feeling unprepared and lost.

Some dream they’ve dropped out of school, and upon returning, they find that time has passed and the final exams are approaching. Others dream that they are forced to repeat a grade they’ve already completed and must get through it to move forward. Some people even dream they are sitting in a class, being taught, or facing punishment. The common thread in all these dreams is that they take place in a school setting.

These dreams can be troubling, and they often repeat—sometimes weekly, other times monthly, or even after several months. Regardless of the time frame, they are recurring, and their emotional impact can be significant. But what do these dreams mean?

The Biblical Perspective

The Bible provides insight into the significance of dreams and God’s messages. In Job 33:14-15, it is written:

Job 33:14 “For God speaks once, yes, twice, yet man does not perceive it.
15 In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falls upon men, while slumbering on their beds;”

This passage reminds us that God often uses dreams to communicate with us. While we may overlook or misunderstand God’s messages, He continues to speak in various ways, including through dreams. God’s purpose is always to guide us, reveal our spiritual condition, and direct our paths according to His will.

The Symbolism of Education in Dreams

In these recurring dreams about exams, there may be a deeper, spiritual message. Dreams about being unprepared for an exam or facing overwhelming difficulty often reflect the state of our spiritual lives. In 1 Corinthians 3:2, Paul writes:

1 Corinthians 3:2 “

I fed you with milk and not with solid food; for until now you were not able to receive it, and even now you are still not able.”

Paul uses this metaphor of feeding milk instead of solid food to describe spiritual immaturity. Similarly, the dreams about exams could be God’s way of showing us that we are spiritually unprepared. Just as a student must study and learn to pass exams, so too must we grow in our spiritual knowledge and relationship with God.

The Bible speaks of the importance of spiritual growth and preparation. In Hebrews 5:12-14, the writer encourages believers to mature in their faith:

Hebrews 5:12-14 “

For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the first principles of the oracles of God; and you have come to need milk and not solid food. For everyone who partakes only of milk is unskilled in the word of righteousness, for he is a babe. But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.”

This passage underscores the necessity of progressing beyond the basics of the faith, growing in knowledge and maturity. Spiritual growth isn’t automatic; it requires intentional effort. If you are stuck spiritually, like a student who hasn’t passed the earlier grades, you can’t move on to more advanced levels of understanding.

The Call to Spiritual Diligence

God desires for us to be prepared in every aspect of our lives, including our spiritual lives. In 2 Peter 1:5-8, we are encouraged to grow in virtue and spiritual maturity:

2 Peter 1:5-8 “

But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, to knowledge self-control, to self-control perseverance, to perseverance godliness, to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness love. For if these things are yours and abound, you will be neither barren nor unfruitful in the knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

This passage teaches that spiritual growth requires intentional effort, adding one quality to another. If we neglect to pursue these qualities, we will remain spiritually immature, much like a student who has failed to study and prepare for their exams.

Seeking God’s Kingdom First

If you find yourself in spiritual stagnation or struggling with the sense of being unprepared, it’s time to refocus and seek God’s kingdom more earnestly. Jesus gives us clear direction in Matthew 6:33:

Matthew 6:33

“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.”

This verse emphasizes that spiritual preparedness and maturity begin with prioritizing God’s kingdom and righteousness. God wants us to seek His will, His Word, and His presence above all else. When we do this, He promises to meet our needs and help us grow.

God’s Love and Guidance Through Dreams

God’s use of dreams, including those of exams, is not merely to unsettle or disturb us but to lovingly guide us toward spiritual maturity. These dreams may serve as a wake-up call, prompting us to examine our spiritual state and recognize areas where we need to grow. In Revelation 3:19, Jesus says:

Revelation 3:19 “

As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten. Therefore be zealous and repent.”

God disciplines those He loves, not to condemn us, but to correct and refine us. If you are experiencing such dreams, it could be a divine nudge to draw closer to God and deepen your relationship with Him.

The Path to Spiritual Growth

In response to these dreams, it is crucial to increase your efforts in seeking God. Here are some practical steps to take:

1. Increase Your Prayer Life – Spend more time in conversation with God. Prayer is a vital part of your spiritual growth.

2. Study God’s Word – Delve into Scripture and allow the Holy Spirit to guide you into deeper understanding.

3. Live a Life That Pleases God – Align your actions with God’s will, seeking to honor Him in all that you do.

4. Limit Worldly Distractions – Spend less time focusing on things that pull you away from God’s purpose for your life.

5. Seek God’s Presence – Make God your priority, spending time in His presence through worship, meditation, and service.

Conclusion

The dreams you experience about exams may be God’s way of showing you areas in your spiritual life that need attention. As you grow in knowledge, understanding, and holiness, God will guide you to new levels of maturity. Remember, God’s desire for you is to move forward, not to stay stuck in the past. As you seek Him and increase your efforts to grow spiritually, He will take you to the next level.

Be encouraged, for God’s love and discipline are meant to shape you into the person He has called you to be. Seek first His kingdom, and you will see the fruit of your efforts.

Be blessed 

If you lack a clear understanding of dreams, you may unintentionally stray from God’s purpose for your life. Many people wander from one interpretation to another, looking for answers, but it’s crucial to recognize that all dreams ultimately fall into one of three categories:

1. Dreams from God

2. Dreams from Satan

3. Dreams from our own thoughts and experiences

Dreams that arise from our own minds are influenced by what we experience daily, the environment we are in, and the things we think about constantly. These dreams make up the majority of our nightly visions—about 95% of the dreams we have. These dreams usually don’t carry a deep spiritual message, but many people, lacking understanding, seek interpretations for every dream. The Bible teaches that not every dream has divine significance.

Ecclesiastes 5:3 says,

“For a dream comes with much business and a fool’s voice with many words.”

This verse implies that most dreams stem from our daily concerns and are not necessarily from God.

Once you understand how to categorize dreams, interpreting them will be much easier. I encourage you to first grasp this principle, and then we can proceed with deeper understanding.

>> HOW CAN I TELL IF A DREAM IS FROM GOD OR SATAN?

When it comes to dreaming about pregnancy, if the dream doesn’t arise from your daily activities, thoughts, or environment, it might hold deeper meaning. It’s important to remember that dreams about pregnancy are particularly common among women, given that many women long for children. The desire for motherhood or living with a pregnant person can easily influence dreams, making them more likely to be connected to personal thoughts rather than divine messages.

James 1:14-15 tells us, “

But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin, and sin when it is fully grown brings forth death.”

This reminds us that many dreams reflect our own desires and thoughts, not necessarily a divine message.

However, if the dream doesn’t seem to stem from these personal sources, it could be significant. In the Bible, pregnancy often symbolizes the conception of something new—whether a divine calling, purpose, or judgment.

Pregnancy, whether it comes through righteous or sinful means, always leads to the birth of something new. The Bible speaks to this idea in Isaiah 66:9, where God says, “Shall I bring to the point of birth and not cause to bring forth?” This demonstrates that when God allows something to be conceived, it will ultimately come to fruition.

If your dream is recurring, pay close attention to it. In Scripture, repeating dreams were often significant. For example, Pharaoh had two dreams that were similar in nature but different in form—one about seven years of plenty and the other about seven years of famine. The Bible says in Genesis 41:32, “And the doubling of Pharaoh’s dream means that the thing is fixed by God, and God will shortly bring it about.” This repetition confirmed that the dream was from God and was meant to be heeded.

Similarly, if you repeatedly dream of being pregnant, it could be a divine message urging you to pay attention to what is about to come to fruition in your life.

What Should You Do?

Since you know your own life better than anyone else, spend some quiet time in prayer and reflection. Consider where you are in life—whether in your ministry, family, or career. Have you recently made a decision that might soon bear fruit? Is there something you have been waiting for or praying about?

If you’ve been praying to God for something, trust that He will answer.

In Romans 4:18-19, it says of Abraham,

“In hope, he believed against hope, that he should become the father of many nations, as he had been told, ‘So shall your offspring be.’ He did not weaken in faith when he considered his own body, which was as good as dead (since he was about a hundred years old), or when he considered the barrenness of Sarah’s womb.”

Even when the situation seemed impossible, Abraham remained hopeful. Like him, if you are trusting God for something, keep your faith in His timing and plan.

Consider also the example of Sarah, who waited long for the fulfillment of God’s promise.

In Genesis 18:14, God asks her,

“Is anything too hard for the Lord?”

This verse reassures us that God can bring about what seems impossible at the appointed time.

But if you are living in sin and your actions are not aligned with God’s will, you should take this time to repent. The Bible teaches that sin can bring forth destructive results. In Proverbs 1:31, it says,

“Therefore they shall eat the fruit of their way, and have their fill of their own devices.”

If you are living in ways that are displeasing to God, the consequences of sin will eventually come to light, just as pregnancy ultimately leads to birth.

James 1:15 reminds us that sin, when fully conceived, brings forth death. If you are living in sin, take time to repent and return to God

. 1 John 1:9 assures us,

if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

Conclusion

If you are walking in righteousness and have been waiting on God for a good thing, stay hopeful. Trust that God will bring forth the fruit of your prayers in due season.

The Bible assures us in Galatians 6:9, “

And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”

Stay in faith and expect God’s blessings to manifest in your life.

Blessings to you