2 Thessalonians 2:16,17

"Now may our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, and our God and Father, who has loved us and given us everlasting consolation and good hope by grace, Comfort your hearts and establish you in every good word and work."
(2 Thess 2:16, 17)


It is true that God is a big part of our lives, however, we often fail to keep Him in our minds. During different stages in life we sometimes forget that God is just a reach away. He may be intangible, but He is very much in existence. Like our earthly mothers, He has loved us. Moreover, He has given us everlasting consolation.

During our times of sorrow and defeat, we often console our close friends for comfort and encouragement. Sometimes we forget that God is right there waiting for us to approach Him. Many times we may be discouraged in our spiritual service to the church because of our incompetence. We deny the talents bestowed upon us be it an excuse or superficial humility. We fail to keep in mind that our talents are not our own but instruments installed in us to collaborate as part of the Body of Christ. Little bits and pieces make up a jigsaw puzzle. Likewise, our bits and pieces contribute to the big projects administered by God. The instrument, no matter how small, can impact the whole jigsaw puzzle. Without that last piece, the picture would be incomplete. Therefore, we should never look down on the small talent that we possess. It could just be that last piece of the puzzle ready to be put in place.

Our talents are from God. Likewise, the work we do is also from God. It is God who establishes us for every good word and work. Trust in God to strengthen us when we feel powerless. Be comforted that He will establish us in our labor as long as we rely on Him. If we deny the work, there will be others to fill our spot. Pastor Chow clarified it last weekend by stating, "We work for God so that we may be glorified, because God doesn't need us to be glorified. God is very much able to glorify Himself. But because He loves us, He wants to give us glory." Therefore, we must not deny the glory that God has promised to give us. It is a blessing to be called, don't deny the power of God with our unbelief.