Reclaiming Our Divine Purpose. Through the lens of Psalm 8:1-6 and Psalm 14:1-7. Psalm 8 begins with a majestic reflection on the greatness of God and the honor bestowed upon humanity. The psalmist marvels at how the Creator of the universe has entrusted human beings with a significant role in His creation, placing them just a little lower than the angels and giving them dominion over the works of His hands. This passage calls us to recognize our inherent dignity and responsibility as stewards of God's creation, reaffirming our divine purpose in reflecting His glory and exercising stewardship.Psalm 14 addresses the folly of turning away from this divine purpose. It depicts a world where people have denied God and pursued their own ways, leading to corruption and moral decay. The psalmist highlights the need for redemption and the restoration of righteousness, emphasizing that the pursuit of our divine purpose requires a return to faithfulness and integrity. Together, these psalms challenge us to rediscover and embrace our God-given purpose. They remind us that our lives are meant to honor God and serve His creation, and they urge us to turn away from ways that lead us astray. Reclaiming our divine purpose involves recognizing our worth in God's eyes, living with integrity, and contributing to the world as faithful stewards of His creation. As we reflect on these scriptures, let us commit ourselves to fulfilling our divine purpose with renewed vigor, guided by the greatness of God and the call to live righteously.
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Coming from Arab, Alabama, and growing up in Tampa, Fla. I moved with my family to Georgia in 1969. I was saved by God’s marvelous Grace in September 1972 at Blue Springs Baptist Church located down the road from North Cobb High School in Acworth, Ga. Called to preach at 16...