She had never met him before, but she cared for him as if he was the most
important person in the world.
Ann* knew she was going to be a single mother in eight months. While she
regretted the unfortunate decision that produced the baby inside her, she didn’t
begrudge the fact that new life was being produced by her. She ate healthy, got
sufficient rest, avoided substances that could harm her and her child, visited
the doctor regularly, watched her weight, and took vitamins. All things an
expectant mother should do to ensure a healthy baby. Nine months later, Sam*
entered the world. A healthy boy with shining skin and smile to match. Ann’s not
sure what his purpose is yet, but she’s confident God has one.
God has a purpose for all people regardless of their birth circumstances. “The
LORD who made you and helps you says: Do not be afraid.” (Isaiah 44:2 NLT)
Like Sam, my birth wasn’t a product of fate or evolution either. God was in
control of when I entered this world and had a plan for what I’d do when I did.
Fate doesn’t control my existence. While my parents had a role in my birth, they
were only instruments in the hands of a mightier Power. Many children are
accidents from a parent’s perspective but never from God’s. He can take a human
accident and make a masterpiece from it. In fact, there aren’t any accidents in
God’s plan.
The first humans were placed on earth for a reason, and everyone since then has
followed suit. I’m in the mix. I have purpose. There’s a reason for my
existence. God has work for me to do, people for me to influence, and blessings
for me to enjoy. Have you discovered the purpose for which you were born?
Prayer: Father, may we be the clay in Your hands, allowing You to mold our
minds, wills, and emotions that they might fit into Your purpose.
*Names changed to protect individuals’ privacy.
Martin Wiles
Hodges,
South Carolina, USA
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