BEFORE TIME BEGAN!

2 Timothy 1:9 who has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace which was given to us in Christ Jesus before time began, 

You and I were given a gift by God before time began, before the world was made, and it was God's purpose and grace (His favour). God has a purpose for each one of us which means that whatever He wants us to do He has equipped us to do it.

There are days we're tempted to wish we were someone else or had their gifts or talents and bemoan our seeming lack in those areas but we weren't called to run their race, they were. We're not anointed to be them, we're anointed to be us.😊 If we needed what they've got then God would have given those things to us as well. If we don't have them then He knows we don't need them. It's as simple as that. 

We can walk with confidence knowing that the anointing God has given us was designed especially for us and He has made us for the world He has put us in. Scripture tells us even in our old age we'll bear fruit so there's purpose for everyone. Our job is to use what God has given us so don't dismiss your talents or play them down. 

Whatever it is God has given you has the Creator's thumbprint on it, His seal of approval. He has handpicked you to be in this day and time and you're perfect for the job. God doesn't make mistakes and He designed you for such a time as this.

So be encouraged and the next time you look in the mirror, smile and remind yourself :

1. I've been given God's grace before time ever began to carry out His purpose. 

2. I'm anointed to be me and I'm God's masterpiece with all the ability I need He put in me.

3. I'm going to fulfil God's calling and I'm going to do it by His Spirit, in His strength and with His wisdom. grace and power, for His glory.  

😊Amen.