“Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. Remember that the Lord will give you an inheritance as your reward…” – Colossians 3:23-24 (NLT)
Before travelling anywhere, one must know how to get there. GPS and Google Maps help us reach our desired destination in this world. So it is with God’s calling on our lives. We need to know what our calling is, and we require specific guidance on how to get there.
As we examine Moses’ life, we see three important signs. The first is a problem which needs a solution. God called Moses to free the Israelites from the Egyptians and end their harsh treatment. While in the palace, however, Moses had allowed his anger to get the best of him and killed an Egyptian. Instead of seeking what he was to do and how to do it, he took matters into his own hands. He fled from Egypt, from his people, from his purpose and from God.
God met him on the mountain in the burning bush and sent him back to Egypt because his purpose was always there.
Can it be said that sometimes the things that upset us reveal to us what our purpose may be? It is our job to examine the things that discourage us and seek the Lord on how He wants us to be the solution.
Secondly, like the Egyptians, Moses used violence. This did not work since it was not the way God wanted to deliver His people. Ashamed of his mistake and insecure, Moses came up with excuses to not return. Do not allow your past, not so neat and polished, to prevent you from fulfilling your God-given purpose.
Thirdly, Moses’ possession must be taken into consideration. God asked Moses, “What is that in your hand? A shepherd’s staff,” replied Moses (Exodus 4:2-3 – NLT). God used the staff to perform miracles and wonders that helped Moses fulfil his purpose. Today, ask yourself:
- What has God given me?
- Am I running from my purpose?
- Do I feel insecure?
- What’s in my possession?
- Have I found my purpose?
Remember, God uses even the most complicated past for His glory and to reveal His ultimate purpose. Romans 8:28 (NLT) says, “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to His purpose for them.” Whether our past is glorious or painful, God will use it to propel us into what He is calling us to do.
Read: Exodus 2:10-12; 2 Timothy 1:10
Bible Reading Guide: Psalm 149; Revelation 20; Nehemiah 9:38; Nehemiah 10; Nehemiah 11:1-21