We Are God’s Plan
Renaissance scholar, Erasmus once told a classic story that was designed to stress the importance of our role in God’s purposes for the Earth.
In this apocryphal story, Jesus returns to heaven after his time on earth. The angels gather around him to learn what all happened. Jesus tells them of the miracles, his teaching, his death on the cross, and his resurrection.
When he finishes talking, Michael the Archangel asks Jesus, “But what happens now?” Jesus answers, “I have left behind eleven faithful disciples and a handful of men and women who have faithfully followed me. They will declare my message and express my love. These faithful people will build my church.” “But,” responds Michael, “What if these people fail? What then is your other plan?” And Jesus answers, “I have no other plan!”
In the book of Acts, Jesus tells the eleven disciples, “You will be my witnesses.” You will be the evidence of my love for this world. Your actions, your generosity, your forgiveness, and your compassion will be a witness to the gospel.
It is beautiful to me that God gives us a role to play in the story of salvation. It is also beautiful to me that in finding our place in this story, in taking on our role, we too experience grace upon grace.
Let us pray: God of hope, may the words we speak and the actions we take on your behalf become the seeds of the new heaven and the new earth that you have promised. May your healing Spirit fall afresh on us this day. Amen.
Daily Message Author: Joe Albright
Joe began his ministry in Sarasota, Florida as an associate pastor, and it was in this capacity that he worked alongside the Reverend Dr. Roger Kunkel. Roger was a colleague who became a mentor and treasured friend. From Sarasota, Joe was called to Jacksonville, Florida where he served as the Head of Staff at Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian Church. Currently, Joe and his family worship and serve at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Switzerland, Florida. Full Bio
