Called Before Time Began
“Greetings from Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus. I am an apostle because that is what God wanted.”—Ephesians 1:1, ERV
What caught my attention in this verse is Paul’s simple confidence: “I am an apostle because that is what God wanted.” He wasn’t guessing about his calling. He wasn’t trying to convince himself. He understood that his assignment came straight from the heart of God.
As you read further in Ephesians, Paul explains how he knows this. He writes, “In Christ, he chose us before the world was made… And before the world was made, God decided to make us his own children through Jesus Christ. This was what God wanted, and it pleased him.” (Ephesians 1:4–5, ERV)
Before time began, God chose Paul—and He chose us too. Each of us carries an assignment woven into our being before we ever took our first breath.
While meditating on this, the Lord brought to mind the automobile industry. Before a car is ever built, every detail is planned, drafted, reviewed, and refined. I learned that manufacturers even sculpt a life-size clay model of the car so they can examine every inch before production begins.
As I thought about my own car, I realized how every piece was designed for a specific purpose. Nothing is random. Nothing is extra. Nothing is without intentionality.
Suddenly, Paul’s words came alive. God designed us the same way—precisely, purposefully, and with the assignment in mind. He created everything we would ever need before He placed us on the earth. The resources, the timing, the gifts, the grace—all of it was planned so we could thrive in what He called us to do.
Think about a simple car door handle. It doesn’t matter how old it gets or how insignificant it might seem. The designer created it for that vehicle, and it fits the assignment perfectly. Likewise, your age, your past, your doubts—none of these disqualify you from what God has ordained. You were created for this season.
The enemy whispers lies: “You’re too young… too old… too flawed… too late.” But we must silence those voices and believe the Word of God. The Holy Spirit is already guiding you. The assignment is already in you. And you are already prepared.
Listen—you were chosen before the world was established. So move boldly in what God has placed in your spirit. You have been crafted and perfected for your assignment. Amen!
Key Takeaways
You are perfectly designed and prepared for your God-given assignment.
You were chosen by God before the world began—walk confidently in what resonates in your soul.
Your age or your mistakes cannot remove the call God has placed on your life.
Affirmations: Matthew 10:20; Luke 24:32; Ephesians 6:19; Isaiah 55:11
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