Why does God use me?

[superdave]

I am an evangelist. I love to share the gospel to people. People are drawn to me to ask about Jesus too. I have shared with about 5 people this week- and prayed with them- just because I had my bible in my hand. I have given money to a homeless guy, saw a ladies leg get healed...all this stuff is happening... yet...

Inside of me... evilness still lurks. I think evil thoughts sometimes- And I know, that's not me thinking those things. I know Satan, is trying to control me. I wonder, why God uses me so powerfully in evangelism- when I am so weak sometimes.

God also provided a 1000 dollars for me to go to the Czech Republic in a couple of weeks. I am going to be doing evangelism there too.

I am glad God uses me to touch people and help change lives. I try to be a reflection of our Lord all the time. But these thoughts... man... It's A BIG BATTLE- and I usually lose.

Yesterday, I was so fed up with everything- I was confused on WHO I WAS. But today, I minister to people. I am tired of my life being so up-and down- I want to minister the Kingdom 100%. I want my private life to reflect my faith.

I guess I just need some encouragement now... thanks... I prob. not making any sense.

Dave.

 

[William Nunn]

You are making sense superdave. It's the same thing that happened with Paul (I believe it was Paul). He asked the Lord to make him perfect for His ministry, but the Lord refused, because by using a flawed human being to do his work, the people you witness to will see that they don't need to be angels with halos to be accepted by the Lord. Your flaws make you human, and your humanity believe it or not, is a powerful tool in your ministry.

 

[Pirch80]

Plus with humans nobody's perfect. Jesus knew this and Jesus knows we're up against sin everyday. It's excellent you preach the gospel and spread God's word. As far as your personal life goes just try to improve everyday. I'm a new christian and I'm trying to change (even though sometimes unsuccessful). Keep on doing god's work and he'll work in you.

 

[Peter_in_Christ]

Dear Superdave,

As we continue to live for Christ and get closer and closer to God, Satan doesn't like it and will do his best to distract you from His work. It means that there will be ups and downs in our lives because we are in a spiritual battle. But remember we're on the Winning side. Our Lord is mighty and sovereign.

Keep going in the faith, seems like God has been using you to witness to alot of people, and He has been constantly providing for you. We are all ministering to people in many different ways.

Take care and God bless
Love in Christ

Peter

 

[Lilly of the Valley]

God uses the weak things in the world to show His glory.

 

[Mr.Cheese]

Cause it is his choice to. It doesn't have anything to do with us really. In spite of our weaknesses he still chooses to. That's pretty cool.

I wish I didn't have such a big mouth sometimes.

 

[Meg486]

You have the spiritual gift of being a connector. We have something in common. GoD is using you to connect people to him. GOD uses me to connect people to him. I don't always understand it either. He is using you in this way because he shaped you with this spiritual gift. You don't have to like it. You don't have to understand it. JUst use it to build up his kingdom.

 

[jeshohaia]

We all struggle with that Dave. Just dont dwell on the thoughts and give it all to G-D. He truly loves you and wouldnt intend anything that would harm you or your service to him.

 

[VeggieJulie]

SuperDave, you are doing wonderful things and God knows this!

As mentioned earlier, Paul definately struggled with the same issue in II Corinthians 12:7-10. "My grace is made sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness." (from verse 9, NRSV).

 

[plum]

So Dave, how was the Czech Republic trip?

 

[seangoh]

hi superdave, haven't seen u online(msn) for quite some time..did u change?

Anyway, i've wondered exactly about the same things as you. And i've known the answer why. I'm also thankful that i'm being changed into a better person each day as i continually depend on God for help.

As for your question, the bible mentions that God used Cyrus who did not acknowledge Him to conquer Babylon to free the Jews held captive.

In Isa 44:26-28
“…who says of Jerusalem, ‘It shall be inhabited,’ of the towns of Judah, ‘They shall be built,’ and of their ruins, ‘I will restore them,’ who says to the watery deep, ‘Be dry, and I will dry up your streams,’ who says of Cyrus, ‘He is my shepherd and will accomplish all that I please; he will say of Jerusalem, ‘‘Let it be rebuilt,” and of the temple, ‘‘Let its foundations be laid….”’

Above was a prophecy about Cyrus a century and a half before his birth and what he would do.


In Isa 45:1
“This is what the LORD says to his anointed, to Cyrus, whose right hand I take hold of to subdue nations before him and to strip kings of their armor, to open doors before him so that gates will not be shut:”

In Isa 45:4
“For the sake of Jacob my servant, of Israel my chosen, I summon you by name and bestow on you a title of honor, though you do not acknowledge me.”

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Conclusion of the story?
God uses people to do mighty things for Him. The way that God treated Cyrus is a model for the way we are to treat others.

 

[JPPT1974]

God opens the weakenesses in ourselves and wants to turn them into strengths and wants us to put our words into actions and deeds.