“What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? – James 2:14
Have you ever watched a bird make a nest, or seen a beaver build a dam across a flowing river? They each have an inherent knowledge and persistent need to build nests, dams and lodging for their safety and security from wildlife, man and the elements. The environment around them become their resources. Twigs, branches, leaves, mud, stone and even paper and other debris if it fits the specific purpose. They use whatever they have or can find to meet the needs of their life, not through what they have learned or been taught. There is no school for nest building that every hatchling must attend. The beaver isn’t sent to 3 years of engineering school to know how to architect a dam across a 20 foot wide river, or to build a 3 bedroom home along the shores of a pond. This intelligence, passion and desire are inherent in the mind of these beautiful creatures.
God has put wisdom, knowledge and an inherent passion into your mind and heart as well. So many of us sit on the sides and watch others taking on the task of spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ, using the excuse “It’s not my gift.”, “I don’t know how” or “I’m waiting to hear from God” There is no reason to sit on the sidelines and wait upon the Lord. Everything you need to serve God is built into your personality, your mind and your heart. Inherent in each of us is the knowledge and wisdom to build the kingdom for the Lord. It might be a small part, it might be a large, very prominent, highly visible part; but it all starts with you not with God.
God created within you a passion, a desire – the things you like and are driven by. These inherent gifts help define your place in His plan. Perhaps it is in the area of childcare, perhaps in the area of teaching, perhaps singing or playing an instrument. For some it is writing and others it is painting. Some are driven to speak in front of large audiences; some are drawn to acts of service and helping others achieve their ministry. In today’s technologically advanced world many are finding their passions and natural tendencies to use that technology as a tool through graphic arts, social media and leadership. What is it that you have available to you to serve God Almighty? He’s given you everything you need and the decision lies with you to take action and do something with what He has given you.
Much like the birds and the beavers and so many other animals we observe. They know how to use those things around them for a bigger purpose. The nest, the beaver lodge, the log or the cave are all forms of shelter and security as well as places for nurturing and growing their babies. Look around, take an inventory and discover those things God has given you that could make a difference in another person’s life and at the same time demonstrate God’s love to that person. It is one thing to say that you believe in Jesus Christ and that you have faith in God’s redeeming spirit; but living it out in your actions demonstrates that to the world around you. Faith with works is far better than faith without works. Consider that in James we are told, “… Even the demons believe in God.” (James 2:19) Faith alone nor works alone will get you to heaven, it is a combination and living out His purpose alongside of faith that is asked of you and I. Start today by taking an inventory of those things in your heart, mind and your abilities that you can use for the Lord. Then start doing rather than talking.
God has put wisdom, knowledge and an inherent passion into your mind and heart as well. So many of us sit on the sides and watch others taking on the task of spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ, using the excuse “It’s not my gift.”, “I don’t know how” or “I’m waiting to hear from God” There is no reason to sit on the sidelines and wait upon the Lord. Everything you need to serve God is built into your personality, your mind and your heart. Inherent in each of us is the knowledge and wisdom to build the kingdom for the Lord. It might be a small part, it might be a large, very prominent, highly visible part; but it all starts with you not with God.
God created within you a passion, a desire – the things you like and are driven by. These inherent gifts help define your place in His plan. Perhaps it is in the area of childcare, perhaps in the area of teaching, perhaps singing or playing an instrument. For some it is writing and others it is painting. Some are driven to speak in front of large audiences; some are drawn to acts of service and helping others achieve their ministry. In today’s technologically advanced world many are finding their passions and natural tendencies to use that technology as a tool through graphic arts, social media and leadership. What is it that you have available to you to serve God Almighty? He’s given you everything you need and the decision lies with you to take action and do something with what He has given you.
Much like the birds and the beavers and so many other animals we observe. They know how to use those things around them for a bigger purpose. The nest, the beaver lodge, the log or the cave are all forms of shelter and security as well as places for nurturing and growing their babies. Look around, take an inventory and discover those things God has given you that could make a difference in another person’s life and at the same time demonstrate God’s love to that person. It is one thing to say that you believe in Jesus Christ and that you have faith in God’s redeeming spirit; but living it out in your actions demonstrates that to the world around you. Faith with works is far better than faith without works. Consider that in James we are told, “… Even the demons believe in God.” (James 2:19) Faith alone nor works alone will get you to heaven, it is a combination and living out His purpose alongside of faith that is asked of you and I. Start today by taking an inventory of those things in your heart, mind and your abilities that you can use for the Lord. Then start doing rather than talking.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father,
You have made us perfectly for Your purpose. You have instilled within each of us the inherent desire and passion to serve You in one way or another. Help us to identify these gifts and to discover a manner in which to use them to glorify You. Everything we have comes from Your grace and mercy upon us, and the least we can do in turn is to offer it back to You in our service. In Your name we pray – Amen
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Heavenly Father,
You have made us perfectly for Your purpose. You have instilled within each of us the inherent desire and passion to serve You in one way or another. Help us to identify these gifts and to discover a manner in which to use them to glorify You. Everything we have comes from Your grace and mercy upon us, and the least we can do in turn is to offer it back to You in our service. In Your name we pray – Amen
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