Have you ever felt confused about God’s calling for your life?
Trials, difficulties, and disappointments are often the tools God uses to test and mold our faith.
When we ignore God’s will, we jeopardize HIS purpose because HE has a divine plan in mind. God knows what HE wants to accomplish and how to do it—something we cannot know until HE reveals it to us. There is grave danger when we assume responsibility and work without God’s approval. Acting on our own strength, we are limited by our finite understanding and ability.
It is when we experience trials and difficulties that we learn to trust God. Without such times of learning, the temptation to give up could become too appealing
When God calls you to do something, HE always makes HIS will clear. You may not know all the details, but you will know that HE has called you.
There is no need to worry about how you will accomplish the work HE has given you. God always equips those HE calls.
You may doubt that God has called you. If you have accepted Jesus Christ as your Savior, you are called of God, and HE has a purpose for your life. You are HIS living testimony. Your faith can stir others to trust and obey HIS Word.
As you strive to heed God’s call, you may feel overwhelmed and want to give up. There were times when Moses wanted to give the responsibility of being Israel’s leader. However, when Moses felt discouraged, he cried out to God, and the Lord faithfully refreshed and encouraged him. Nothing this life holds can compare to God’s love and grace. Moses understood this and continued with the responsibility that God had given him.
Godly responsibility requires :
confidence in God;
courage to go forward even though the way may not be clear; and
commitment to Jesus Christ.
Be steadfast in your commitment to God.
God is with us—leading, guiding, reassuring, and reminding us of HIS intimate love and care at every turn.
Only by God’s strength can we do what He has called us to do. Take time to thank Him for loving you and calling you. God uses all who make themselves available to Him regardless of age. Are you prepared to answer His call?
(0428) 29 Nov 2007