“Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” Proverbs 16:3
Paulette Taylor
December 19, 2024Sometime ago when I accepted the position of prayer ministry leader at my church, after much prayer and patience, I awaited God’s answer. He sent me so many wonderful ideas. The prayer team and I began incorporating those ideas with the congregation; it was so joyous. This was while working full-time, keeping up with my family, and working with programs in the community.
I share all this to tell you that God will do wonders when we commit ourselves to Him. Never, ever say what cannot be done. God only needs a willing heart. There is so much joy and fulfillment when we put ourselves in the hands of God, like Isaiah we can say, “Here I am Lord, send me.” (Isaiah 6:8) Nothing is impossible for the Lord! “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13
Look at what He has done for you in your life. The blessings known and unknown. You already know there is nothing in this life that God cannot use for His glory. Become a teacher at Sabbath School with the children or adults or work in some other ministry. Give it your wholehearted effort because you love the Lord and want to give Him 100%. Have you really committed to Him your very best, including how you train your children or grandchildren? Are you teaching them how they can fully rely on God for everything?
You may say you do not have the time to commit to either leading out or working with a ministry. God does not call the qualified, He qualifies the called … Y O U!
I am reminded of young David. He was committed to God when he chose to fight Goliath. He was used by God to win that battle. Or look at Hannah, Samuel’s mother. She committed Samuel to God. And she was blessed with other children. Some struggling soul needs you—through the touch of the Master’s hand. That could be all it takes to win that soul to Christ. We just never know how God and the Holy Spirit can mold and shape the heart to do great things.
“He who truly loves and fears God, striving with a singleness of purpose to do His will, will place his body, his mind, his heart, his soul, his strength, under service to God. … Those who are determined to make the will of God their own must serve and please God in everything. …” (Ellen G. White, “In Heavenly Places,” Page 190)
As you begin this new year, 2025, may your commitment to the cause of Christ be stronger and more diligent. Be His faithful, committed servant ready to do great things in His name. Your life will never be the same. Remember, you are a child of God. May the love of God shine through all that you do and may it testify to others of God’s rich love for all.
Paulette Taylor continues to let prayer become central in her life. As the Indiana Conference Prayer Ministry leader, she enjoys working with the various prayer leaders and church families. She also regularly seeks creative avenues to work with the community as well, incorporating prayer as she shares the love of God.
