2 Peter 1:3 (ICB):<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Jesus has the power of God. His power has given us everything we need to live and to serve God. We have these things because we know him. Jesus called us by his glory and goodness.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I find myself stuck here. This often happens when I\u2019m reading the Bible\u2014something strikes me so deeply that I can\u2019t continue until I\u2019ve processed everything it stirs within me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We all want to serve God\u2014at least, I know I do. In whatever capacity He calls us, but mostly for me, it\u2019s behind the scenes (Lol, I am a very shy person). Today\u2019s Word reminds us that we already have everything we need to live and to serve God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That got me thinking\u2014what do I truly need to live? I need food, water, clothing, shelter, and love. I need a job, and for that, I need transport. I need airtime to stay connected. I need peace in my life, school fees for my child, and something extra to let her enjoy herself occasionally. I need school fees for myself too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These are some of my needs, but what are yours? Take a moment to list them because here\u2019s the beauty of this verse: God\u2019s power ensures that all our needs are met so that we may serve Him wholeheartedly. His power has already provided for everything we need to live and to serve Him without fear, without wondering where or how those needs will be met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This truth is so powerful. When you are born again, Christ lives in you. This verse says that Christ has the power of God, and it is His power that equips us with everything we need to live and to serve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How do you serve God? Through the gifts He has given you. How do you know your God-given gifts? You seek the Lord, and He will reveal them to you. He reveals them by drawing you toward things that come naturally\u2014things that feel second nature. You\u2019ll know when you do something and feel like you\u2019ve been doing it all along. There\u2019s a peace and calmness that comes when you operate in your gifting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For me, my gift is in Graceful. I find so much joy and peace in everything I do there. It feels like I\u2019m walking in the purpose God has given me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But let\u2019s continue with the verse\u2014it says we have these things because we know Him. So, how do you know Jesus? You begin by building a relationship with Him. Accept Him as your Lord and Savior. Communicate with Him through prayer and reading His Word. As Matthew 6:33 says: “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is the order Jesus gave us. When we seek Him first, everything we need is added to us. And when those things are in place, we can serve God as we are\u2014without reserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I pray for this grace over your life\u2014the grace of having everything you need to live and to serve God fully. May you walk in the confidence that His power is sufficient for all your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To God be all the glory today and forever. Have a beautiful day. \ud83d\udda4<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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