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Marie A. - June 19, 2011

Scripture:

1 Timothy 1:12-17 12 I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me trustworthy, appointing me to his service. 13 Even though I was once a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in ignorance and unbelief. 14 The grace of our Lord was poured out on me abundantly, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.15 Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. 16 But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his immense patience as an example for those who would believe in him and receive eternal life. 17 Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.

Observation:

In these passages God is showing us He can use anyone for His good work.Even though there was a time in Paul's life were he was a murderer, blasphemer, and a very violent man, God changed him, showed him mercy and love. Paul could have allowed his past to guilt him into not giving God everything he had, but he didn't, and God used him in a mighty way. So no matter how shameful the past, God is waiting to forgive and use someone in a mighty way.

Application:

This scripture makes me think of the many times I've wanted to just give up because things got too hard. Looking back, I realize that without God it would have been a whole lot harder and maybe if I'd relied on God more, it would not have be so bad. I always thought my past defined me, but it doesn't. I work on that every day now. And I have to say I am not who I once was, and I am working on who God has called me to be.

Prayer:

Thank You, Lord, for being patient and merciful even when I am so unworthy. As Paul I pray to that I can be a strong warrior fighting to bring the lost into the kingdom all for Your glory. Thank You for showing me I am nothing without You and everything because of You. Amen
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