Use What You Have
I've had a chill in my bones recently. This is largely due to the fact that I have refused to break out any of my warm clothing. Add to this that I was working outdoors in continuous rain for several days. I go through this every year in September. Believe me, I am properly equipped when it comes to warm gear. But what good does 'being equipped' do me if I refuse to use what I have? This is the state of much of the church. People have been in Bible studies for years- even decades. They have a head full of Bible knowledge and attend a Bible teaching church.
But the purpose of discipleship is not to make you smarter, it's to prepare you for battle! 2 Timothy 3:16-17 says, "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work." It does not say, "So that the man or woman of God can have a seminary degree in Biblical Studies."
Friend, if you know Jesus- if you have met him personally- if you understand what it means for a sinner to come to salvation through Christ- then YOU ARE EQUIPPED for EVERY GOOD WORK! Yes, study. Yes, spend time in God's word. But USE WHAT YOU HAVE! Share your faith, and you will be blessed! -Pastor Brad
Written on September 14, 2025
Posted in Daily Devotions