Have you ever wondered why some people are blessed and while others are not? As the saying goes, “not all fingers are equal”. Believe it or not, this is very true. I absolutely believe that this is true for one reason; if two people were given the same opportunities to prosper or excel, one would always do better than the other no matter what. This is due to the capability of each individual. Even twins are not destined to walk on the same path even though they must have shared the same womb, be raised by the same parents and were loved equally. Typically, the example of Cain and Abel, Esau and Jacob, Joseph & his brothers etc; would come up in this scenario. Each and every one of us must have personal experiences of this. Look up the biblical parable of the man and his servants-Matthew 25: 14-30 and the parable of the prodigal son-Luke 15: 11-32. A summary would be that God gives to every man according to his ability and though we have erred and strayed away like lost sheep, He is willing to take us back thereby, giving us a second chance. One could also conclude that indeed, not all fingers are equal. Given the same circumstances and conditions, not every one experiences the same results.
The book of Ecclesiastes confirms that there is a season for everything- Ecclesiastes 3:1-8. Why then, do we grumble when the rich is getting richer and the poor getting poorer? The ways of the Lord cannot be understood by the ordinary man. You would have to be in the supernatural realm to unravel the mystery behind God’s actions.
David was a man after Gods’ own heart. If we read from the book of 1 Samuel 17:12 to 1 Kings, we can see the transformation of David from a shepherd boy to a King. In the course of his life, we should note that David sinned against God on several occasions but was able to warm his way back to his maker.
Have we ever paused to wonder why the Lord gives us a second chance? Suicide which is forbidden in the kingdom of heaven has occurred a time too many and even Christians are guilty of this. Many of us sometimes get to the brink of taking our own lives because of shame or failure. We can neither face those whom we have wronged nor live with ourselves thereby, contemplating suicide. That is sinful! Taking our lives when God who gave it to us is not yet done with us indicates a high degree of ingratitude. With all the evil we have done all the days of our lives, God has always given us a second chance. The only problem is we take this for granted.
Everyman created by God has a destiny. In my opinion, whether you are good or bad, you shall not perish until you have accomplished all that is your destiny with God. You are made for a purpose and your destiny cannot be cut short until God says so. The covenant between God and father Abraham is meant for us, to partake of; but not until we have faith! Genesis 13-22. Take note of Gen.22: 17-18 (Abraham’s blessings are mine). The Lord gives us a second chance because He is not finished with us.
After my father passed on, I would say that I was in shock. Having witnessed his brutal murder at the tender age of eleven, I was unable to differentiate the role of a man in my life. When I got to the age where I thought it was right to date, I found it hard to keep a relationship. I was very close to my dad and apart from being a strict disciplinarian, there were other traits he had which I looked out for- though I was still young. He was very educated, an academician at that. He was also funny, very clever and a doting father to all of us. During the course of my dating years, I found out that no two people are the same. With the naivety of a young girl, I nearly lost my way in my search for the perfect man (dad-match). Years on, I overcame that shock and have moved on in spite of the joys and pains on the way. The disappointments I met on the way did not make me want to take my life. Even with the death of my father and the hardship my family faced along the way, none of us gave up on life.
Today, I am a living testimony of God’s divine grace. My life has been a struggle but I keep pushing on knowing that God is not yet through with me. I am an example of a fulfilled life in Christ Jesus. Let it be known that no matter what you are facing, the trials and temptations; no matter what you must have done, no man has the right to condemn you. You are answerable to God Almighty. It is right as the Lord commands that you respect the laws of the land. However, you might be looking for a way to escape justice of the land and end up worsening your situation. Surrender your life to God and let Him take control of whatever challenge you are going through and He will help you overcome.
Prayer
Almighty and most merciful Father, eternal rock of ages and redeemer of my soul, help me to know you more. In my darkest hour, in my deepest despair, I want you to reveal yourself to me. My covenant with you shall not wither like the trees in autumn; and I would never lose faith in your word. Thank you for my life, thank you for the air I breathe. Thank you for being my Lord and personal saviour. In you I put my trust, let me not ever be found wanting; In the name of Jesus, Amen.
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