The One Thing

From: Boyd Bailey Ministries

Matthew 25:23 "Well done good and faithful servant. Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities. Come, share your master's joy."

Our ability to work comes from God. Our ability to earn a degree and make money comes from God. Our ability to paint, sing, play a musical instrument and execute a deal, they all come from God. He calls us and He equips us to carry out His will for our lives. Where He calls; He equips. And yes, if you do not use the God-given abilities you have, you could lose them.

Just as muscle shrinks and becomes useless without use; so do the skills, abilities, gifts and knowledge given to us by God. His expectations are for you to continue to grow and improve. He wants you to focus on the things you do the very best.

Position your life to do the one thing that you have become a genius at doing by God’s grace. It may be teaching; then focus on teaching. It may be leading; then focus on leading. It may be coaching; then focus on coaching. It may be singing; then focus on singing. It may be parenting; then focus on parenting. It may be writing; then focus on writing.

This requires discipline and in some cases sacrifice, but trust God with who you are. Yes, there are economic considerations, but each stage of life has its own opportunities. Stay nimble and seize each opportunity in the context of what you do best, and never forget to give God the credit for your abilities.