November 1: WHO SEND YOU?

 WHO SEND YOU?

WHO SEND YOU?

Key Text: Jeremiah 23:21 (KJV)

“I have not sent these prophets, yet they ran: I have not spoken to them, yet they prophesied.”

Devotional

Have you ever had someone come to you with a message, and after listening, you found yourself wondering, “Who send you?”

Perhaps they claimed someone had sent them to tell you something. Or maybe they arrived with advice, instructions, or an opinion you never requested.

Sometimes the message is helpful. Other times, you wonder whether the person was genuinely sent or simply decided to get involved.

I remember something my Aunt Gwen said about the importance of knowing who called you.

Her words reminded me of a powerful spiritual truth.

Before you take on an assignment, you need to know who sent you!

Sometimes people become involved in situations because they want recognition, influence, or control. Others take on responsibilities because someone pressured them, or because they believe they can do a better job than the person already serving.

But have we stopped to ask whether God has actually called us to that particular assignment?

Just because you can do something does not necessarily mean God has called you to do it.

In Jeremiah 23:21, God spoke about prophets who were running with messages He had never given them.

Imagine that!

They were speaking, moving, and presenting themselves as God's messengers, but God declared that He had not sent them.

What a serious warning!

Activity is not always evidence of divine assignment.

Consider Moses. When God called him to lead the Israelites out of Egypt, Moses questioned his ability. Yet God assured him of His presence (Exodus 3:10–12).

Moses did not appoint himself. God called him.

Now, this does not mean we must wait for an extraordinary sign before helping someone, sharing encouragement, or fulfilling ordinary Christian responsibilities.

God has already called us to love, serve, and care for others.

But when we claim to speak for God, assume leadership, interfere in another person's responsibilities, or undertake a major assignment, we need humility and discernment.

There is a difference between being willing to serve and insisting on serving where we have not been called.

Sometimes we enter battles that were never ours to fight. We carry messages we were never instructed to deliver. We assume responsibilities that belong to someone else.

Then we become frustrated, exhausted, or offended when things do not work out as expected.

And sometimes the problem is not that God failed to support our plans.

Perhaps we never stopped long enough to seek His direction.

A genuine calling should never become an excuse for pride, manipulation, or refusing wise counsel.

God's guidance will not contradict His Word.

So before you rush into that position, confrontation, ministry, or responsibility, pause and pray.

Examine your motives. Seek godly counsel. Consider whether your involvement will genuinely serve others.

And remember Aunt Gwen's wisdom.

It is important to know who called you, because enthusiasm alone cannot replace God's direction.

The next time someone asks, “WHO SEND YOU?”, may your life reflect a willingness to follow God's leading rather than your own ambition.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, help me recognize Your direction and understand the responsibilities You have entrusted to me. Keep me from acting out of pride, pressure, or personal ambition. Give me humility to seek Your wisdom, courage to obey Your calling, and discernment to know when to step back. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Reflection

Are you involved in something because God has directed you, or because you feel pressured to prove yourself?

Before accepting your next major responsibility, examine your motives, pray, and seek wise counsel.

Remember: Being busy is not the same as being called. Make sure your assignment agrees with God's Word and purpose.

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