"For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." (Ephesians 2:10)
Have you ever wondered, "What on Earth was I created to do?" God created each one of us for a specific purpose. You were put here to make a contribution, not just to consume resources. There is something special in you that the world needs! Today's scripture reminds us that our good works were already prepared of us by God...in advance! Isn't it great to know that our roadmap is already designed? It's up to us to follow it!
Whenever you serve others in any way, you are serving God and fulfilling one of your purposes. (Colossians 3:23-24, Matthew 25:34-45, and Ephesians 6:7). The Lord says in Jeremiah 1:5, that before He made you in your mother's womb, He chose you! You were born set apart for a special work.
This special work isn't necessarily a pulpit ministry, pastor, or evangelist. Once we are born again, our job is to serve others. Your gift from birth is the key to your form of service for His glory. You may have a talent for teaching, comforting others, giving, creating, or any of millions of talents! Use your talent for the glory of God, that's why it was given to you!
As we go into Thanksgiving, let's remember to use what God gave us to be service to someone else. Show Him how thankful you are for your gift - use it for Him!
Prayer:
Dear Heavenly Father, today I thank you for the talent I was born to use for Your glory. Show me where I may be of service according to Your will. Use me in a special way to draw others to you. In Jesus name, Amen.
Service is a gift!
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