DEVOTION ~ AN INSTRUMENT OF GOD

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Theme: An Instrument of God 
Text: Isaiah 45:1

45 Thus says the Lord to His anointed,
To Cyrus, whose right hand I have held—To subdue nations before him and loose the armor of kings, to open before him the double doors, so that the gates will not be shut


God is able to use just anyone to bring His glory to bear. While Israel and Judah were in exile, the power of God manifested in a pagan king called Cyrus. He became God's instrument to direct His own back to Him. The Lord addressed him as His anointed because, whatever the Lord uses, He sets apart (sanctifies).

When we avail ourselves as instruments to be used by God, He sanctifies us for greater jobs ahead. God does not give up on those He has called for a purpose. He never makes them losers or give them to the will of their adversaries. Just as God held the hand of Cyrus to subdue nations before him and loose the armor of kings, so will the Lord sustain you in every battle in life.

It is God who opens and shuts doors in life. When He shuts, none can open and likewise when He opens, none can shut. As you have surrendered to God, may He open divine doors in your favour. May every evil gate be shut completely by the power of the Holy Spirit.



Prayer: Dear God, thank You for setting me apart as Your own. I avail myself as an instrument in Your Vineyard. Use me O God the way it pleases You in advancing Your glory to all. Come Holy Spirit and make Your dwelling in me that I may preserve my garment of purity and serve the Lord faithfully. This I pray in the Mighty name of Jesus Christ. AMEN! 

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