September 19, 2025
Skillset
Since we have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, each of us is to use them accordingly: if [someone has the gift of] prophecy, [let him speak a new message from God to His people] in proportion to the faith possessed; if service, in the act of serving; or he who teaches, in the act of teaching; or he who encourages, in the act of encouragement; he who gives, with generosity; he who leads, with diligence; he who shows mercy [in caring for others], with cheerfulness.
Romans 12:6-8
There are many things you do very well—because God has uniquely gifted you. It’s worth reminding yourself often not only of what you can do, but who made you capable of doing it. This isn't about pride or superiority—because our strength comes from the Lord. Developing a grounded, authentic confidence is part of good stewardship. Your gifts are not accidental—they’re intentional. God gave them to you for a reason, and He delights in watching you grow and use them. Every skill you’ve built, every challenge you’ve overcome, and every lesson you’ve learned—these are evidence of God’s work in you. And the most amazing part? You're not done growing. Whether or not the world notices, God sees. Every quiet victory, every humble step forward, every effort to serve and learn and try again—it matters. It’s building something eternal. You are already equipped with so much—and one of your greatest gifts is the ability to grow, to learn, and to keep becoming all God created you to be. Stay humble, stay hungry, and keep going. The world needs what He’s placed in you.
Prayer
Father in heaven, thank You for what You’ve put in us—gifts, skills, talents we didn’t earn but get to steward. Help us see them clearly and grow them wisely. Keep us humble enough to learn and bold enough to use what we’ve got. You called us. You equipped us. And You’re still shaping us. We’re moving forward—with courage, with grace, and with joy in the journey. In Jesus name, AMEN!
Your talent is God’s gift to you. What you do with it is your gift back to God.