Exodus 4:1-5
“What is that in your hand?” is a question God asked Moses, and He asks the same of us today. The question reveals that God is seeking a working relationship with man for His Kingdom. We are created in Christ Jesus to do good works (Ephesians 2:10), and we should be readily available and respond as Isaiah did, “Here am I. Send me” (Isaiah 6:8).
God is perfect and His works are perfect (Deuteronomy 32:4). God does not need us yet He yearns for us to partner with Him. It is a privilege to partner with God! What makes this even better is that God is not looking for anyone qualified or perfect. He will use you just as you are; all He needs is a willing heart. Step into partnership with God, and you will experience the pleasure of His presence, power, praise, and recognition. I recall my experience in participating in our district’s witnessing mission. It was a first for me, and I entrusted myself to God. In this instance God was asking me to go where I had never been, to do what I had never done, and to use what I had never used. Oh my, the pleasure of His presence and power was all mine! I received power from the Holy Spirit as I had prayed, and He enabled me to bring seven souls to Christ. I triumphed in God. What I had in my hand, then, was a willing heart.
Partnering with God in His work is not in vain. Whatever is in your hand is a gift, a talent from God. Put it to use so that you may have a story in your life to speak about God and tell what He has done for you. God will remember and recognise the works you have done.
Application:
If you have never witnessed and perhaps are fearful of trying, read Acts 1:8. Ask the Holy Spirit to lead you to the persons to whom you can share the Gospel and enable you to do so.
Prayer:
Father, I am ready to use what I have in my hand to do Your works. Amen.
