“Since God has provided something better for us, that apart from us they should not be made perfect,” Hebrews 11:40
How is it possible for people to be different but at the same time the same? The answer to this question is both amazing and simple. The fact is God created every man in his own image (same), but we are unique in our DNA (different). We are all born as sinners (same) with specific talents and gifting’s (different) for our lives.
We see this is our More For Christ readings, Hebrews 11:20-40. The names of those who were faithful are many. Each name represents a time, place, and unique function in the work of the Kingdom. But at the same time they each are the same in that they are in need of God’s work in their lives. Lets consider one illustration (Moses, Vs: 23-30).
1. Moses was born in bondage, Vs: 23-26
Moses time was of great bondage as his people were in Egypt as slaves (Exodus 1-2). Moses was chosen by God for a great purpose. For this to happen he had to be delivered for this great purpose. God delivered him and led him to the choice of following him instead of the passing pleasures of this world.
Moses was born to lead others out of bondage, Vs: 27-30
Under Moses leadership Israel left Egypt. Under Moses leadership Israel observed the Passover. Under Moses leadership Israel crossed the Red Sea. Under Moses leadership Israel came to the edge of the Promised land.
Oh how unique Moses ministry really was. But still yet Moses was the same as you and I. He was a sinner who could not enter the Promised land without a deliverer. This deliverer is Jesus Christ. Check out Hebrews 3:3 “Jesus Christ, greater than Moses.”
Jesus came to this earth (which is in bondage to sin). Jesus came to deliver this earth (His death, burial, and resurrection guaranteed our deliverance).
This day celebrate who God has uniquely made you to be. At the same time commit yourself to loving and serving Jesus even more for how He has delivered you to walk in freedom to use your gifts for His glory.