Romans 12:6
“So since we find ourselves fashioned into all these excellently formed and marvelously functioning parts in Christ’s body, let’s just go ahead and be what we were made to be, without enviously or pridefully comparing ourselves with each other, or trying to be something we aren’t.”
To avoid living a regretful life, learn to recognize your dominant gifts and orient your life around them. David knew that he was more than a shepherd and a singer, he was a leader in the making. However, God used him as a shepherd and a singer too. Killing Goliath gave David a chance to demonstrate his faith, his willingness, and his leadership.
Two things blind us from our dominant gifts:
1.) An obsession with our flaws. Instead of focusing on our strengths, we listen to our critics and become convinced that we aren’t good enough. Always remember that the company we keep either encourages us or discourages us; lifts us up or pulls us down. Especially be careful of those people who resent your accomplishment. They’re resentful because accomplishment reminds them of their own failures, and they’re stuck trying to make others feel as bad as they do.
2.) Admiring/Obsessing over the gifts of others. While there is nothing wrong with appreciating the gifts of others, we shouldn’t get caught up in becoming the same person as someone else. God needs variety and He has given us individual gifts and abilities. Instead of living on another’s shadow, stand on their shoulders.
Ask God to reveal your most dominant gifts, talents, and abilities. Dedicate them and use them to His highest service!
Related Text:
Matthew 25:28-29
“Then he ordered, ‘Take the money from this servant, and give it to the one with the ten bags of silver. To those who use well what they are given, even more will be given, and they will have an abundance. But from those who do nothing, even what little they have will be taken away.”
