Reading: II Timothy 2:20-21, 20 But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay, some for honor and some for dishonor. 21 Therefore if anyone cleanses himself from the latter, he will be a vessel for honor, sanctified and useful for the Master, prepared for every good work.
Today, there is a little project for you to do. Grab a nice clean glass or cup. Fill it to the brim with cold, clean, clear water. After you have done that, take a drink and then grab a spoon and go outside. Find a little area that has some visible dirt. Begin digging with your spoon and add a little bit of dirt to your glass of water. Now, take another drink. Add a little bit more dirt and , then, take another drink. Continue performing this until either the glass is empty or you refuse to drink anymore. At which point did you stop? How many spoons of dirt did it take for you to refuse to drink the water? If you are anything like me, it would have been the first spoon full. It instantly would have been distasteful for me to want to drink. Why do we not take such good care of making sure that our “vessel” is free from dirt and pollution of sin?
At the same time, when I want a drink or if company comes over and I am retrieving a drink for them, I don’t grab a glass from those that may be dirty in the sink or in the dishwasher, rather, obviously, I grab from the glasses that I know are clean in the cupboard. Sometimes, we wonder why God is not using us and we almost “demand’ to be used by God in a certain ministry or setting, but, neglect to keep the vessel clean. God wants to be able to walk over to the cupboard of “vessels” and select from those who are keeping their “vessels” clean and ready to be used, “prepared for ever good work.”
Today, reflect on your life and where you are at. Are you a “vessel” that is clean from all contaminates and ready to be used?
What can you do today to be sure to your vessel is clean and ready for His use?
REVIEW
What were you able to do today to clean your vessel and prepare it for our Master’s use?
What impact did that have on you today?
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