A conversation that we've had in our home many, MANY times is about the difference between our gifts and what we've worked hard to earn. All credit to God, no matter what, but there is a HUGE difference between the two!
Something we've discussed is that our giftedness is just that, a gift. It's not from work that we've done and it's not something that we've deserved. It's simply how we are created. On the other hand, something we work at, like a skill or gaining knowledge or developing an ability, those are all things that we have control over. In those areas we can take some pride (understanding that all glory goes to God still) for our accomplishments.
If you think about that for a bit it brings a sense of relief. It's not ours to worry about! Not our strengths and therefore, not our weaknesses either. God made us just the way He planned. NO mistakes. NO favourites. Our responsibility is to use what we gave us for His glory. To do what He wants us to do!
So, what are you doing with what God gave you?
On the Beach
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