Gems of Knowledge

Today’s One Year Bible Verses: Isaiah 45:11-48:11, Ephesians 4:1-16, Psalm 68:19-35, Proverbs 24:3-4

Discover Your Unique Purpose in Christ

Ten times in Isaiah today God declares Himself to be the one and only God. He is the Creator, the One True God — no one is like Him, no one compares. As our Creator, He formed us with care, He carries us, He saves us, and He promises to be with us for a lifetime. Beloved, you matter more to Him than the heavens and the earth — you are precious in His sight.

And you have a purpose. Paul reminds us, “He has given each one of us a special gift through the generosity of Christ” (Ephesians 4:7, NLT). Not one life is random. Not one person is without value. God designed a place for you that no one else can fill. “He makes the whole body fit together perfectly. As each part does its own special work, it helps the other parts grow, so that the whole body is healthy and growing and full of love” (Ephesians 4:16, NLT).

Think of a puzzle almost complete but missing its final piece. That missing piece is you. Without you, the picture of God’s body remains incomplete. We need each other. You need us, and we need you.

So Paul urges us: “Lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God” (Ephesians 4:1, NLT). You get to choose. Will you live as though incomplete — feeling lost, anxious, depressed, or struggling? Or will you choose your Creator, the One who knows your every detail — what wounds you carry, the struggles you face, what brings you joy, what fulfills you? Only He can teach you to be humble, gentle, patient, and graceful to others through His godly love.

Paul continues: “Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace. For there is one body and one Spirit, just as you have been called to one glorious hope for the future” (Ephesians 4:3–4, NLT). Do you have this glorious hope? Without Christ, there is no hope and no promise. But in Him, we are safeguarded. “Then we will no longer be immature like children. We won’t be tossed and blown about by every wind of new teaching… Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of His body, the church” (Ephesians 4:14–15, NLT).

God Himself will protect your heart, heal your wounds, confirm His truth, and give you discernment when lies come disguised as truth. He will help you stand. He will help you grow.

So come! Come, everyone everywhere! As we step into this new year of the Lord on His calendar, let us make the most important resolution of all: to choose Him anew. Choose the Lord, our Creator and King. Choose His love, His truth, His peace. Not with striving, but with open hands and open hearts willing to surrender, welcoming the One who formed us, carries us, and promises us a glorious hope.

He alone brings hope and promises a glorious future. He created you uniquely and gave you gifts only you can bring to the world. He longs to build you into a house of refuge filled with treasures — your own personal Gems of Knowledge. 💎

For “a house is built by wisdom and becomes strong through good sense. Through knowledge its rooms are filled with all sorts of precious riches and valuables” (Proverbs 24:3–4, NLT).

Choose this God – the One True God. No one compares. Hallelujah!

Action (5 Minutes with God)

1. Reflect — Where have you doubted your worth? Ask God to remind you of who you are and your unique place in His body.
   • Ask the Lord, “Who do You say that I am?” then write what He whispers.
   • Then ask, “What gifts have you given me?” then write what He whispers.
2. Return — Return to the Lord, surrender your heart and commit to follow Him.
3. Realign — Choose today to live a life worthy of His name for you and the gifts He has given you.
4. Rejoice — Thank the Lord that you are precious, chosen, and gifted by Him. Let Him fill you with lov.e and enjoy His presence. Let this time with Him be the oil that fills your lamp today.

Prayer

Lord, You are the One and Only God — none compare to You. Thank You for creating me with purpose, for loving me and giving me gifts through Christ, and for making me part of Your body. Teach me to walk in humility, patience, and love. Unite me with Your Spirit and help me find my place in the body of Christ, Safeguard me with Your truth, and help me live a life worthy of my calling. I choose You, my Creator and King. Amen. 💎

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