Power for Purpose

Many people strive to possess power. Power in the wrong heart can be dangerous and even deadly. Adolph Hitler is an example of someone who rose to power and misused it as the leader of Germany. Hitler started World War II, and fifty million people died. Saul of Tarsus is another example of someone who used his power to harm others and not help them. Saul, before he was converted as a believer and follower of Jesus Christ, had men and women of the church put in prison because they believed in Jesus Christ and followed His teachings (Acts 8:3, 9:1-2). Power is given to us to fulfill our purpose on earth. Once we leave earth, we will not have a need for power or a need to fulfill our purpose.

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Luke 9:1-2,6 states, “Then He called His twelve disciples together, and gave them power and authority over all devils, and to cure diseases. And He sent them to preach the kingdom of God, and to heal the sick. And they departed, and went through the towns, preaching the gospel, and healing everywhere.”

In order for the disciples to fulfill their purpose in life, Jesus had to give them power. Power without purpose is a recipe for disaster. Jesus taught the disciples about their purpose first. If He had given them the power before the purpose, they would have abused it. They would have healed the sick through self-righteousness and preached out of selfish ambition instead of preaching the Kingdom of God from a pure heart.

When we are placed in a position of power and authority, we have to have the right attitude toward others. We should fulfill our purpose with compassion and serve in honesty. God should get the glory out of everything we do. Our power should not cause us to seek vain glory.

Living a powerful and purposeful life does not mean we will not make mistakes. It does not mean we will not fall short sometimes, but the key is how we rise back into our powerful position after we fall. The disciples worked miracles and led many to salvation through preaching the Kingdom of God but they still made mistakes and had to be restored. Their mistakes did not negate the power and authority that had been placed on their purpose. Remember: the power that God has given you is for your purpose that you have already been prepared for. For those of you who have not received the power from God yet, continue to seek Him for your purpose and He will give you the power to fulfill it!

Brenda Wells

 

Brenda Wells is a Credit Bureau Administrator with a wealth of experience in reporting to the three major credit bureaus. Brenda specializes in Credit Bureau Research and regularly attends meetings and trainings to better assist her team of workers. She strongly believes in the power of positive thinking in the workplace. Brenda is a published author of “30 Days of Prophetic Devotion With God.” She has a CAD in Early Childhood Education and an AA in Early Childhood Education. Brenda is a licensed minister and an ordained elder. She enjoys binge-watching on Hulu and spending time with her two granddaughters.

BRENDA WELLS

 

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