What I'm Made For

As Paul opens his letter to the Ephesians, he does so with praise for the things they are doing and the way they are following Jesus. Even in His praise though, he reminds them that it is through Jesus' power that they are doing what they are doing. It is because of Jesus' death that we have been brought to life, and we have been chosen to make a difference in this world for Him through the power He gives to us! I don't know about you but that is exciting to me!

He says in verse 11 "...we are predestined to play a key role in His unfolding purpose that is energizing everything to conform to His will." The question is: will we allow ourselves to be used? Am I ready for the role that He has called me to? Up until recently I would say the answer was no. I was perfectly content trying to do the things that I could do and not asking Him for help. I'm pretty independent, and I can get a lot done on my own. I'm still learning to release control to God and let Him do the things that only He can do.

God made me for a specific purpose. He gave me specific talents and placed me where I am to use those talents for Him. God has a role for me to play, I just have to be willing to play it. What is that role? Obviously it involves making disciples, every Christian is called to do that. If you don't think you are called to do that, and you want to be a Christian, you are in for a rude awakening. Jesus is clear on that part, we are supposed to make disciples.

At the same time He has given us all different gifts that we are supposed to use for His glory! I'm ready now. Something big is coming. Keep your eyes open, God is on the move! Are you ready?

Enjoy the Journey