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We may discover the Holy Spirit has placed a calling on our heart. It may seem natural, as though God has been preparing us for this all along and it makes perfect sense. However, it’s highly likely to appear difficult or even impossible to do. Strangely enough it may be in an area we feel weak in. Perhaps it’s something we have never considered or maybe even actively avoided in the past.
We may be concerned we’ll experience failure or rejection. Perhaps we worry about being humiliated.
As humans we tend to resist attempting anything we believe is futile. There is a theory about the habenula a part of the brain thought to be linked to memory and avoiding failure. Apparently, we remember unsuccessful attempts at anything very keenly. Therefore, we are less inclined to try something if we think we won’t succeed.
When we think of the people who were called to do great things in the Bible – something they felt unqualified to do, we might think of Moses. When he was asked to lead the Israelites out of captivity he came up with every excuse imaginable. Interestingly, God did not respond to his declarations of inadequacy, instead it states:
And God said, “I will be with you….
Exodus 3:12 (NIV)
So, what can we learn from this? God is not depending on our strength or knowledge or skills. They may be helpful; however, the most important thing is He goes with us. It is because of Him and the hope we have in His promises that we venture forward.
Fear not, for I am with you;
Isaiah 41:10 (NKJV)
Be not dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you,
Yes, I will help you,
I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’
Consider who God chooses – Gideon who was called to be a mighty man of valor. When the angel found him, he was hiding in a wine press threshing the wheat – hardly a sign of valor. However, a mighty man of valor was exactly who he came to be.
When the Holy Spirit put this blog on my heart, I felt totally unqualified. I have no training in writing. I have never attended Bible college. I am not a theologian. I mean, what will people think? But God insisted. I dragged my feet, coming up with reasons why I was unsuitable for this mission. With fear and trembling I reluctantly wrote my first post. God truly inspired me and helped me write. Every time I attempt and complete another post, God is faithful to walk me through it. I just start writing and He fills in the blanks. I am not alone.
Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.
2 Corinthians 12:9 (NLT)
I am humbled that people find this blog worthy enough to read. I am fortunate that my friends and family regularly cheer me on to continue. Surprisingly, without leaving home, this blog has reached seventy countries.
When you accepted Jesus as your Lord and saviour you were born again. You have a unique calling that God created you to carry out. If Holy Spirit is asking you to do something, you need not fear nor worry about not being up for the task. His grace is sufficient for you. I encourage you to take that first step in obedience to carry out His good purposes. He will not leave you orphaned. He will be with you through it all. You may well be astounded with the results of co-labouring with God. I am certain it will be way beyond your wildest imaginings.
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