*GOD HAS BLESSED YOU WITH GIFTS AND TALENTS* *"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms." 1 Peter 4:10 (NIV)* God did not create you for nothing. You are not just here without value to God and people. You are not worthless or without ability. Even if you did not succeed in school, do not have a job, and your family and friends see you as a burden, my message to you today is this: God has blessed you with gifts and talents. The verse starts with *"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received."* Pay attention to the words *"Each of you."* This means that when God created everyone, He gave each person a special gift—including you. Then it says, *"Whatever gift you have received,"* which means that God gives different gifts to different people. So, do not compare yourself with others or compete with them because everyone has their own kind of gift. The first thing you need to know and believe is that God has given you a special gift. You must also take time to evaluate yourself and discover your gift. Some people think they are useless just because they failed in school. Others believe they are not blessed because they do not have financial success, but some gifts are valuable even if they are not measured by money. The verse continues, saying, *"Use it to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms."* This means that God's purpose for giving you a gift is for it to be used to help others. You should use your God-given ability to solve people's problems. Your gift is not just for your benefit; you are only a steward. A gift is God's Ability in you intended to fulfill His purpose, and He wants you to be faithful in using it. So, do not give up on yourself. God has placed a special gift and ability inside you. If you use it well and faithfully, you will be a blessing to the people around you, and God will be glorified through you. *Prayer:* Lord Jesus, I thank You for the gifts and talents You have given me. Help me to discover and accept my gift so that I can use it to fulfill Your purpose. Amen. ------------------ Author: Minister Lucas Kaaya https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakOdopFHWq9JX71Kj0