July 7, 2010
1 Corinthians 1
Pastor Derek Floyd
With God I am always amazed. As I walked the halls of the church on a recent Tuesday morning, I pondered these questions: How did I get here? What did God ever see in me to so bless my life?
I remembered many years ago - standing before the rock band that I was a part of - and saying, “Guys, I can’t do this anymore. I’ve received Christ as my Savior and I can no longer be the lead singer of this group.”
I made no friends that day, but my life would never be the same from that moment. It was the feeling of being chosen for something greater than my own musical ambitions, and willing to do whatever it took to follow Christ.
As I sit at my desk and open the Bible to 1 Corinthians 1, these are the first words I read: “This letter is from Paul, chosen by the will of God to be an apostle of Jesus Christ and from our brother Sosthenes.”
How did we get here? You and I were chosen to leave what was and experience the things God has prepared for those who love him and are called according to His purpose.
Paul was given a special calling from God to preach about Jesus Christ. To the church at Corinth, he preached unity and the wisdom of God - always pressing forward because he was chosen. Each Christian has a job to do, a role to take, or a contribution to make. Our works may vary, but all are necessary to God’s greater purposes for His church and the world.
Wherever you are today as a follower of Christ – whether you are asking some tough questions or simply seeking to discover what He would have you to do - one thing is clear: God has chosen and gifted you, with a purpose to bless your life. We deserve nothing, yet we have everything.
You have been chosen! Are you not excited about the possibilities? He is!
Did you know? Pastor Derek’s favorite vacation times for relaxation and peace of mind take place on the streets of Disney’s Epcot Theme Park..
