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October 18th 2025 – YOUnique Gifts & Talents

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Scripture Reading:

“For what gives you the right to make such a judgment? What do you have that God hasn’t given you? And if everything you have is from God, why boast as though it were not a gift?” (1 Corinthians 4:7)

Reflection:

God has uniquely crafted you with special gifts because He has significant plans for your life. Embrace the calling He has placed upon you with gratitude and joy, but be mindful of where your gaze wanders. It’s all too easy to become envious of the gifts that others possess, leading us to overlook the incredible blessings God has given us. When we allow envy to take root, we risk telling God that His choices for us are flawed. Reflect on this profound question: where does pride misplace your reliance? Pride can be a deceptive force, leading us away from the truth and causing harm, even with the best of intentions.

“Because of the privilege and authority God has given me, I give each of you this warning: Don’t think you are better than you really are. Be honest in your evaluation of yourselves, measuring yourselves by the faith God has given us.” (Romans 12:3)

Application:

So, how do you begin to explore the gifts God has bestowed upon you? You won’t find clarity while remaining stagnant. Turn to prayer and earnestly seek God’s guidance on how you can serve Him. As you step out in faith, you will uncover the unique abilities He has placed within you. Engaging in service will help you discover and cultivate skills you never knew you had. Just like talented musicians who dedicate countless hours to perfecting their craft, the more you exercise your gifts, the more you will grow and flourish in them. Are you using your gifts faithfully and wholeheartedly?

“We have all received gifts from God. It is our responsibility to nurture these gifts for His glory and to bless others.”

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, I come before You with a heart full of gratitude. Thank You for loving me unconditionally and for the unique gifts and talents You have woven into my being. I am in awe of Your wisdom in choosing to bless me with these abilities, and I recognize that they are not just for my benefit but for the purpose of serving others and glorifying You.

Lord, I confess that I have often taken my gifts for granted and allowed envy to cloud my vision. I’ve been distracted by what others have, forgetting to appreciate the beauty of what You’ve given me. Forgive me for my ungratefulness and for moments when I’ve doubted Your perfect plan for my life. Help me to see my gifts through Your eyes and to embrace the calling You have placed on my heart.

Guide me, Lord, as I seek to use my gifts to uplift others and to bring glory to Your name. Show me the ways I can serve You and those around me with the talents I have. Help me to be diligent in nurturing these gifts, to recognize opportunities to share them, and to do so with a spirit of humility and love.

I surrender my life to You, asking for Your strength and wisdom as I embark on this journey of discovery and service. May my actions reflect Your grace, and may I always remember that every good gift comes from You. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.

Invitation:

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July 18th 2023 – Surrendering To Gods Divine Restoration

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Mark 16:17-18 “And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well.”

In these verses from the book of Mark, Jesus reveals a powerful truth about the authority and gifts He bestows upon believers. He promises that signs and wonders will accompany those who believe in Him. One of those remarkable signs is the gift of healing.

As followers of Christ, we are called to embrace this gift of healing and use it to bring comfort, restoration, and hope to those who are suffering physically, emotionally, or spiritually. Jesus empowers us with His authority to lay hands on the sick, praying for their well-being. Through our faith in Him, miracles can happen, and lives can be transformed.

It’s important to remember that healing takes various forms. While physical healing is undoubtedly significant and miraculous, we should not overlook the immense power of emotional and spiritual healing. Sometimes, the wounds that cannot be seen are the ones that hurt the most. By reaching out to others with compassion, love, and understanding, we can help heal hearts, mend broken spirits, and offer solace to those in need.

To fully embrace the gift of healing, we must cultivate a deep relationship with Jesus. It is through our intimate connection with Him that His healing power flows through us. Spending time in prayer, studying His Word, and seeking the guidance of the Holy Spirit will strengthen our faith and enable us to walk confidently in His healing authority.

Remember, healing is not solely dependent on our abilities but on God’s sovereign will. Sometimes, healing may not occur as we desire or expect, but even in those moments, we can trust that God has a greater purpose and plan. His ways are higher than ours, and His love for us is immeasurable. We must continue to have faith, even when the outcome may not align with our desires, knowing that God is always with us, providing comfort and strength.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, We come before You with humble hearts, seeking Your divine touch and healing power. You are the great Physician, the ultimate source of all healing. We believe in Your goodness, Your mercy, and Your compassion, knowing that You are always near to those who are hurting.

Lord, we lift up to You all those who are in need of physical, emotional, or spiritual healing. We pray for those who are battling sickness and disease, asking for Your healing touch to restore their bodies and bring them relief from pain. Pour out Your supernatural strength upon them, Lord, and grant them the endurance to persevere through their challenges.

Father, we also ask for Your healing presence to touch those who are burdened with emotional wounds and scars. Bring comfort to their hearts, Lord, and replace their sorrow with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Heal their brokenness and restore their joy. May they feel Your love surrounding them, providing solace and healing balm to their souls.

Furthermore, we lift up to You those who are in need of spiritual healing. Heal their doubts and strengthen their faith. Renew their minds and cleanse their hearts, that they may experience the fullness of Your presence and the transformative power of your Spirit. Help them to find forgiveness and restoration in You, knowing that You are the ultimate source of redemption.

Lord, we acknowledge that Your ways are higher than ours, and sometimes healing may come in ways we do not anticipate. In those moments, grant us the faith and trust to surrender to Your perfect will. Your plans for us are always good, and you work all things for our ultimate good.

We thank You, Lord, for Your faithfulness and the assurance that You hear our prayers. May our lives reflect Your healing love as we extend a helping hand to those in need. Use us, Lord, as vessels of our grace and instruments of Your healing power.

In Jesus’ precious name, we pray, believing that You are the God who heals. Amen.

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