"You were made . . . for just such a time as this."
(Esther 4:14)
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"That's just not right! What's the world coming to these days? Someone should do something about that?"
This passage from Esther reminds us how our location and position in the world is no coincidence. The Lord has a plan for each of us and has gifted us in unique ways to carry that plan out. But ultimately, it depends on us to act -- to let our conscience be our guide and act on the courage of our convictions.
Yes, the world has a load of problems -- and then some. And whether the deepest of the world's problems can fully be "solved" is a topic for further discussion. But there is no question that leadership can change the color of any situation and that the "someone" who should do "something" about "that" is likely you.
So listen to that "still small voice," build up your resolve, and dive into the situation at hand, remembering that God doesn't call the prepared; He prepares the called. Trust that and believe in that -- for you were made for just such a time as this....
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Dear Lord,
Thank you for creating me with Your grand designs in mind. Please help me to discern my place and my purpose in this world. Then may I act confidently, knowing that, with You, I am never alone.
For Your glory, Amen.
