You Were Created By Him & For Him...

For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him: And he is before all things, and by him all things consist.

Colossians 1:16-17

There is nothing in this life which does not exist without the direct involvement of the hand of God; I state this simply to remind you today that the day which you have been allowed to see is a day which has been afforded to you by the mercy and desires of God… When you grab hold of the notion that God is over all, then you will soon realize why you must submit to Him and adhere to His will and plan for your life… You were created with a purpose which is outlined in this passage by the words for Him… God designed you to bring pleasure and honor to His Holy name, He designed you to bring others to Him and open up the door for others to receive knowledge of Him from you… Make no mistake about it today, there are things in life which we do not understand nor do we comprehend; however, you can put full confidence in the fact that God created you and everything around you to be used by Him for His glory… The life you lead is not about the things which you obtain or the happiness which you posses, but rather the joy you bring and the reverence that you have for the one who created you… When I read this passage I am just overjoyed to know that God has a plan, this plan may not be the plan that I desire or even the one which I feel (without seeing the whole picture) is best; however, as we see the tragic events that take place in our societies and communities we must turn from the thoughts and concepts of the world and cling to the unknown designed outcome of God… This is how you can smile amidst adversity and confusion; you don’t do this because of the situations, but rather because of the outcome which you trust will be in your favor based on the authority which is firmly in the hands of your creator… There are things in life that we do not want to bear and or endure; however, I challenge you today to hold you head up and poke your chest out based on the fact that God is over all things and is in control… See, the biggest things we must take from the devotion penned on this day is that Paul reminds us today that by Him were all things created… If God created it then it must have a purpose and therefore must be apart of His plan…

Paul writes this letter to remind us that we are the creation and God is the creator… This passage deals with two falsehoods that many people proclaims as truths; one is that time and evolution has formed this earth and that we are allowed to disrespect people in positions of authority… Paul states that by him were all things created, there is no evolution, big bang theory, or migration that formed this earth! God spoke this world into existence, parted the seas and land, and formed man from the dust of the earth… The same God that created you is the same God that will ensure that His goal and mission is accomplished… Many people today take pride and boast about accomplishments as if they have done these things on there own! Paul is reminding the church and us today to make sure that we remain humble and know who is really in control and the head of our lives! It is okay to be happy about a promotion or blessing, just remember who presented you the opportunity and blessing to become what you are today! David said it best, “I will praise you all the days of my life…” Paul also says in this passage that God formed the throne, principalities and powers… Let us understand that if God doesn’t allow it, than it won’t happen… However, let us remember that when God allows it, good will be produced from it! We often disrespect our leaders or positions that are held by officials and Paul is stating that as a child of God we are to embrace whoever serves in an appointed position… Ultimately what Paul is saying is that instead of being a negative piece of the puzzle, pray for those in positions of power, pray to God about circumstances that seem to be trials and tribulations, but also have faith that God doesn’t make mistakes and will never put more on you than you can bear! There are always consequences for our actions, so stop the downward spiral and seek God’s kingdom and power over ever situation… God indeed is the head and he has control; so go to him in prayer knowing that all power lies within the palm of his hand!

BE BLESSED!!!