"Faith without deeds is useless."
James 2:20
The definition of the word useless is defined as: not fulfilling or not expected to achieve the intended purpose or desired outcome.
When I read the definition of the word "useless" and then reread the above verse, I paused as if I had just been scolded and put in "timeout." I'm not sure about you, but I don't want to exist only to be useless.
"not expected to achieve"
What would the KING have you achieve? What intended purpose does he have for you? What desired outcome is he looking for?
I used to believe that my faith would be enough. And although it is enough for my salvation, is it enough to make a difference? I want to make a difference. I want to be used. I want my abilities and talents to be shared. After all, He equipped me with them to begin with!
We can go about our days keeping all of our gifts to ourselves; or we can make a vow to never live a useless existence and start looking for ways to share good deeds. Imagine what kind of example we could be if we have our faith and deeds working together!!
"not expected to achieve"
What would the KING have you achieve? What intended purpose does he have for you? What desired outcome is he looking for?
I used to believe that my faith would be enough. And although it is enough for my salvation, is it enough to make a difference? I want to make a difference. I want to be used. I want my abilities and talents to be shared. After all, He equipped me with them to begin with!
We can go about our days keeping all of our gifts to ourselves; or we can make a vow to never live a useless existence and start looking for ways to share good deeds. Imagine what kind of example we could be if we have our faith and deeds working together!!
Strive to be useful!
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