EACH OF US WAS MADE FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE

PROCLAMATION

“Hath not the potter power over the clay, of the same lump to make one vessel unto honor, and another unto dishonor?”  Romans 9:21 (KJV)

 

EXPLANATION

These words were written under the influence of The Holy Spirit of God by the Apostle Paul in his letter to the believers in Rome.  In this chapter Paul discusses God’s sovereign choice to do as He pleases.  He begins by expressing his great sorrow and anguish for his people and his country, Israel. (Romans 9:1-5)  Paul states that it is not all of the descendants of Israel that will be considered the children of Abraham, only those who are children of the promise, only those who believe. (Romans 9:6-9)  Just as Rebecca’s twin sons were treated differently, before they were born it was said that the oldest son would serve the youngest son. (Romans 9:10-14)  God said to Moses, “I will have mercy on whom I have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I have compassion.” (Romans 9:15)  God raised Pharaoh up and hardened his heart for the purpose of displaying His power. (Romans 9:17-18)  Who is the pot to ask the potter, “Why did you make me like this?” (Romans 9:20)  The potter can make the pots for whatever purpose he chooses. (Romans 9:21)  The Lord God is the potter, and we are the clay. (Isaiah 64:8)  As the potter, He has the power over the clay.  God has the power to choose and grant favor to whomever He pleases. (Romans 9:22-29)  Because of Israel’s unbelief, some Gentiles have obtained righteousness and will be considered children of God. (Romans 9:30-33)

 

APPLICATION

The Lord God is our creator and our maker.  It is He who determines the purpose for each of our lives.  Some people come into our lives for a reason, and some for a season.  Some people are a blessing to us, and others are a lesson.  Those who are not believers come into our lives to test us or to bless us.  We all have a purpose for being here, and that purpose is according to God’s plan.  We each have a unique God given purpose for our existence.  Let us choose to be a blessing to those that we encounter.  Let us choose to live our lives so that we give God glory.