But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an
holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him
who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light
Today
was Holiday Character Day at school. I dressed up as Rudolph and donned a glowing
red nose. I was a peculiar sight indeed and people took notice of me.
I
remember the story of Rudolph and how he was born with an undesirable red nose.
His father tried to cover it with a fake one because he didn’t want it to limit
Rudolph’s future opportunities.
Sometimes
we may try to hide our own unique qualities. But God created us with gifts and
talents for a reason. We are born to stand out, even more so as Christians.
If
you know the story of Rudolph, you know that the red nose he tried to hide was
the very thing that Santa needed on Christmas Eve. It was Rudolph’s red nose
that led them through the foggy night.
Our
unique qualities may seem peculiar to other people, our faith too. But that
might be just what God uses to get their attention, for those who are lost need
a light to lead them through the fog and onto Jesus.
Dear God, thank You
for making me the way You did. I know You have a purpose for my talents and peculiar
traits. May I never hide them, but be ever faithful in offering them for your
service. You called me out of darkness; now may I shine my light to lead others
out as well. Amen.
You are adorable! The message is spot on!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Carla!
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