Made for a Purpose - Pastor Jake Dyck
Each of us is uniquely crafted by God, not by accident or random chance, but as his handiwork—his masterpiece—created in Christ Jesus for good works that he prepared in advance for us. God’s desire is for a living, vibrant relationship with us, one where we walk with him daily, aware of his presence and purpose in our lives. From the very beginning, God has been the one who pursues us, as seen in the garden with Adam and Eve and in the parable of the prodigal son. Even when we stray, God’s heart is to restore and draw us back into relationship with him.
Yet, we must recognize that we have an enemy who is always working to distort, distract, and destroy what God is doing in our lives. The enemy’s tactics are subtle—twisting truth, sowing fear, and tempting us to doubt God’s goodness or our own purpose. But God’s promises remain: he will never leave us nor forsake us, and he is always working for our good, even in the midst of trials and loss. Our hope in Christ gives us a different perspective on suffering and loss, allowing us to grieve with hope and to live with purpose.
God’s calling is not limited to a specific job or role; rather, whatever we do—whether it’s farming, building, serving at home, or even drawing blood at a clinic—we are called to do it wholeheartedly for the Lord. Our daily work becomes an act of worship when we do it to honor God and serve others. The gifts and talents God has given us are meant to build up the church and bless those around us. Sometimes, stepping into our gifts can feel uncomfortable or even painful, much like physical therapy, but as we stretch and grow, God uses us in powerful ways.
We are not called to compare our purpose to others or to wait for some grand calling before we serve. Instead, we are to be faithful where we are, using our gifts to glorify God and build up his people. As we do this, we can be confident that God, who began a good work in us, will carry it on to completion. Our purpose is to honor God, serve others, and let our light shine so that others may see our good works and glorify our Father in heaven.