In a previous post, I proposed solving a Hillary-Obama-McCain dilemna by distinguishing between voting for and endorsing a candidate. God uses all men, even those of whom He disapproves, to accomplish His purposes - "God can draw a straight line with a crooked pencil." The fact that God can do this and still be holy demonstrates that it is possible for us to vote for a candidate about whom we have reservations and to do so with integrity.
Because God uses all men to accomplish His purposes, someone could easily assume that character and "doing the right thing" are of little value. But doing right matters, not because of "usability" but “supportability.” The man who loves God will find that the alignment of heart between he and God unlocks God’s willingness to bless his efforts: “For the eyes of the Lord move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly support those whose heart is completely His” (2 Chron. 16:9).
All men are used of God. But not all men’s plans are blessed. God is looking for those whose character shouts “Here is someone with a heart for God.” When God sees such a one, He has no problem saying, “I want to make what this guy (or gal) is attempting part of what I accomplish. We are on the same page. Why wouldn't I?”
So what is the more worthy goal? Any dumb bunny can be "used of God." But being "blessed by God" is reserved for a select few - those whose hearts belong to Him. Make the things of God the longing of your heart and watch how God's "strong support" kicks in. Don't waste today worrying about being used by God. Find a way, today, to give God more of your heart and know that THAT is precisely the defining characteristic God is looking for. A heart that is God's is what makes a man special.
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