As I was reading the Word, this particular scripture instantly caught my attention: “And the LORD said unto him, what is that in thine hand? And he said, a rod.” (Ex. 4:2) Moses’ rod is symbolic of his power. The rod was his shepherd’s crook, the tool of his calling. Cast down, it became a serpent; taken up in faith, it became “the rod of God.”
Every Christian has a “rod” or God-given callings and talents. A preacher can fervently preach the Word of God until it seems that the “dead bones” within our lives become resurrected, and we are renewed with a new vision or passion. One individual can sing a melody so lovely and sweet. Another eloquently writes words of inspiration and wisdom. Whatever talent you possess, guard it and never take for granted what God has graciously bestowed to you. You do not want to despise your calling or rod of faith and negligently cast it down. You must endeavor to keep it in God’s hands. In God’s gentle hands your “rod” will be more powerful and effective.
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This is a powerful 'word' that can bring great revival into churches if we chose to not only be a hearer, but a doer as well.
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