Whatcha gonna do with whatcha got?
God's work - done God's way
September 24, 2006 AM
Pastor Brad Dyrness
Moses had tried and failed - Now God is calling him again. He can hide his talent in the desert or he can join God where He is moving!
Stewardship involves more than just monetary concerns. Not only your possessions, but YOU belong to Him.
1. Look at how God works in His call to Moses
1. God is thinking about the need before he calls us to help vs 7
2. He is personal in His call - vs. 4
3. God tells us to leave the past vs 5
4. He has a plan vs. 10
5. He promises to be with us. Vs. 12
6. The resources of all creation are available to help us
7. It’s not going to be easy - but you will succeed vs. 19-20
8. God will listen to our excuses - for a time.
2. Look at Moses' reaction
1. Curious vs. 3
2. He hears ... Vs. 4 verses Is 6:8
3. BUT… I am a failure, I can't do this, I'm too…vs.11
4. MAYBE… vs.13 suppose I do this…
5. What if… 4:1
6. I don't have what it takes…vs.10
7. Send my brother. Vs.13
8. Obedience - vs. 18
God did what He promised and the people were set free because Moses dared to listen to and obey God.
If I don't have a burning bush experience or hand writing in the sky or an email from God
3. How do I know if God is calling me???
1. Natural Talent - What do I do well 2:17
2. Desires - what do I want to do - 2:11-2
3. Fulfillment - what do I really enjoy doing or what gives you satisfaction -
4. Passion (call) - What does my heart cry out for? 3:10
5. Spiritual gift - What gifts do I have from God -
Mercy Leadership
Wisdom Pastor
Administration Service
Giving Knowledge
Faith Prophecy
Healing Languages/understanding
Celibacy Others….
6. Circumstances and opportunities - 3:7
7. Results and fruit - what produces the most when I do it 4:2-9
8. Affirmation and recognition - what do others say I do well vs.31
40% of followers of Christ say they’d like to be involved in ministry but…
Last week:
þ First things first!
þ Distinguish between what is important and what is urgent
þ Be open to God's Agenda…
þ Put it into practice
This is the put it into practice…
God's work - done God's way - By willing people - will draw people to know God.