Let me share with you the story of Jacob, a man who discovered that he was made for more than he ever imagined. Stuck in the routines of life, Jacob’s journey is a powerful reminder that God has placed greatness within each of us—a purpose and calling that goes beyond the ordinary, calling us to step into the extraordinary life He has designed.
The Mundane Routine
Jacob’s life looked like success on the outside. He had a stable job in finance, a nice apartment, and a predictable routine. But inside, he felt like something was missing. He went through the motions of his daily life—wake up, commute, work, eat, sleep—wondering if this was really all there was to life.
One evening, while flipping through channels, Jacob stumbled upon a sermon. The preacher was talking about how each person is made for more—how God has placed a unique calling on every life, a purpose far greater than what we often settle for.
The words struck a chord deep within Jacob. He had never thought of his life that way. Could it be that God had a bigger plan for him? Something more meaningful than the daily grind he had been living?
That night, Jacob prayed a simple prayer: “God, if I’m made for more, show me what that means.”
The Stirring of Purpose
In the weeks that followed, Jacob couldn’t shake the feeling that God was calling him to something more. He began to pray more often, asking God to reveal His purpose for his life. He also started attending a Bible study at his local church, where he connected with others who were on their own journey of discovering God’s calling.
During one of the Bible studies, the group read Ephesians 2:10: “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” The verse felt personal to Jacob, as if God was speaking directly to him. He began to realize that he wasn’t just meant to coast through life—God had a purpose for him, something He had prepared long before Jacob even knew.
With that realization came a stirring in his heart to step out of his comfort zone. He volunteered at a local shelter, where he met people whose lives had been turned upside down by hardship. As Jacob served, he felt alive in a way he hadn’t before, sensing that God was using him to make a real difference.
Stepping Into the Unknown
Encouraged by the new sense of purpose he had found, Jacob continued to seek God’s direction. He prayed daily, asking God to open doors and lead him into the more that he was made for. Then, an opportunity came. His church was starting an outreach program to help underserved communities with financial education—a perfect fit for Jacob’s background in finance.
At first, he hesitated. He had always thought of his job as just a way to pay the bills, not something God could use for ministry. But the more he prayed, the more he felt that this was the next step in his journey. He agreed to lead the program, teaching financial literacy and helping people learn how to manage their resources.
As he stepped into this new role, Jacob began to see how his skills and experiences were part of the bigger story God was writing for his life. He wasn’t just made to work a job—he was made to impact lives, to use his talents for God’s kingdom. Week after week, as he taught classes and mentored individuals, he saw lives changed, not just financially but spiritually.
The Lesson
Jacob’s story reminds us that we are all made for more than the routines and expectations that the world places on us. God has crafted each of us with a unique purpose—a calling that goes beyond the ordinary and invites us into a life of meaning, service, and impact. When we seek God and allow Him to guide our steps, we discover that there is so much more in store for our lives than we ever imagined.
Final Thought
As we reflect on Jacob’s journey, let us be reminded that we, too, are made for more. God has placed within each of us a purpose, a calling, and a divine design that is waiting to be fulfilled. Let us step out in faith, trusting that God will lead us into the extraordinary life He has prepared for us.
Bible Verse
Ephesians 2:10 captures this truth: “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
And so, my dear friends, let us embrace the truth that we are made for more. Let us seek God’s purpose for our lives and live with the confidence that He is leading us into a future filled with meaning, impact, and His glory. Amen.
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