“He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands”

Posted on January 22, 2010

He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands
By Renee Johnson, Devotional Diva™

“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit” (Matthew 28:19).

Would you agree that God calls each and every one us to share the gospel? Here it is in Jesus’ last words when He commissioned the disciples to spread the Good News all over the world. God is the Creator of the world and he relentlessly pursues us. He has the ability to see beyond our circumstances. He gives us each gifts and talents to use for His kingdom. Some He calls into the mission fields of Haiti and some right here in the city as a professional.

You might be asking, “Can I drop everything and fly to Haiti?” “What if I have no clue what my strengths are?”

Maybe you’re in the middle of a change and praying about what’s next. Others might be walking the first steps of faith, and clueless on how it’s all going to turn out. No matter where your calling takes you- trust in the Rock because He never changes.

One thing is for sure: we are the hope and light of the world. We have seen recently in the news, devastation is real. But, we also serve a real God who wants to meet our immediate needs. He is the God of the city, of our country, and the world.

“Here is a trustworthy saying: ‘If we died with him, we will also live with him; if we endure, we will also reign with him. If we disown him, he will also disown us; if we are faithless, he will remain faithful, for he cannot disown himself’” (2 Timothy 2:11-13).

If you’re struggling with direction, consider the story of Jonah.  Jonah refused to go (at first) to the city of Nineveh because the people were wicked.

When the wind and the waves finally caught up to Jonah who had run away, he reluctantly repented and changed his course to go back. God allowed him to be swallowed up in a whale. Yada yada yada. I think everyone’s knows the story of Jonah and the whale. But, that’s not the point…Jonah reluctantly went and preached a 5-word sermon.

In the midst of Jonah’s partial obedience the entire city repented and were saved from certain destruction. Talk about better than Good News! What, where, or whom might God be calling you to today, this month, year even? Remember He’s got the whole world in His hands and that includes YOU!

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Dear Saving Jesus,

Thank You for saving me. I confess any hindrances that keep me from passionately pursuing the city you’ve called me too. Show me who I should share the Good News of Christ with today, whether that’s a smile, friendly handshake or a hug or buying someone lunch!

Amen

** Renee Johnson is a spirited speaker & writer to 20-somethings. Her first book, “Faithbook of Jesus” releases March with NavPress. You can visit her website at http://www.faithbookofjesus.com.

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