If you have ever had children or grandchildren you can remember doing things that they wanted to help with and even though they could not do it and made the task take longer for you it was your love that did things a little slower so they could help. It helped them have confidence in doing things and pride in completing a work, so God uses us for his kingdom. From the beginning, God has relied on people to advance His work. After equipping Adam to cultivate the land and supervise the animals, God left the work of the garden in his hands (Gen. 2:15-20). The pattern has continued. When God wanted a dwelling place on earth, a tabernacle and temple did not descend from the sky; thousands of artists and craftsmen worked to fashion them (Ex. 35–38; 1 Kings 6). When Jesus proclaimed the new reign of God’s kingdom on earth, He invited human beings to help. He told His disciples, “Pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest” (Matt. 9:38). As a father does with his children, so does God welcome us as His kingdom partners. —Philip Yancey Heavenly Father, thank You that in Your love and wisdom, You invite us to accomplish Your acts of love, service, and kindness here on earth. Thank You for the privilege of “helping” You. God uses humble servants to accomplish His great work.
Posted on: Wed, 05 Mar 2014 10:05:40 +0000
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