VERSE:
The Spirit of God has made me; the breath of the Almighty gives
me life.
-- Job 33:4 tniv
THOUGHT:
While these words are spoken by one of Job's critics, they echo
the truth of Scripture. We are made by God: intentionally,
purposely, and personally (Ps. 139:13-16). God puts his breath in
us and we live. God's creativity is the handiwork of the Spirit --
the same Spirit who hovered over creation waiting for God's
creative word to begin creation (Gen. 1:2). This understanding
should humble us, recognizing that God's breath is what sustains
us. This understanding should empower us -- we are the personal and
intentional handiwork of God's Spirit. This understanding should
awaken us to our purpose in the world. And as believers, those in
whom the Spirit lives and those who are gifted by the Spirit, we
understand all these things more fully (Eph. 2:10; 1 Cor. 12:7).
Let's use who we are to honor God and bless others!
PRAYER:
O Father, I confess that at times I lose sight of my heavenly
calling. I forget that you have made me and positioned me to make a
difference in the circle of people in which you placed me. Make me
more aware of your divine intention in making, your Spirit's power
that is shaping me and transforming me, and the strategic place you
have put me to bless others with your grace. In Jesus' name I pray.
Amen.
