Now I would never choose a hand towel over a regular bath towel intentionally. Hand towels are for hands, and bath towels are for bodies, beach towels are for the beach. Each towel is designed for a specific purpose. But that doesn't mean they cannot be used outside of their intended purpose. Ultimately, I decide what the purpose will be.
And I think that is how God feels about us.
Too often I feel inadequate or under qualified. I may feel like there are others more suited and equipped for the task at hand. And there probably is. But God (I love those two words!) is not concerned about my qualifications, just my availability.
He created me, and He determines my purpose. He chooses how I will be used. My job is to remain on the Potter's wheel and let Him mold me. That is not always easy, but always worth it!
Jeremiah 29:11, "For I know the plans I have for you..."
I did the same thing this morning. But unfortunately for me I can't ask anyone to bring me a bath towel. So I thankfully had the hand towel within reach. It's weird though Jeremiah 29:11 has been in my mind a lot lately, especially when I think of May 12th and how my life has changed since then. As I listen to different sermons I keep hearing BUT GOD or THE PAST HAS NO FUTURE & I began to realize I may not ever understand what my purpose is of being in this world but he does & I may not understand my purpose but he has one.
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