So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor. 1 Peter‬ ‭5‬:‭6‬

Anointed or appointed?

In reality you are both. Through your relationship with Jesus you are anointed with the Holy Spirit. This anointing comes with appointing.

The anointing is immediate and permanent. Jesus tells us the Holy Spirit is given to us as a seal. We Are adopted into God’s family as sons and daughters. He is our helper. He is our guide. He tells God what we’re going through and helps us understand God better.

But appointing? That may change with time. Jeremiah says God has a plan to prosper us. It’s a good plan. Paul says in Roman’s that it’s a perfect plan and pleasing to us as well as God and others.

No where that I have found in scripture are we are told WE have a good plan for us. Yet, at times the enemy convinces us our plan is perfect for us.

God’s plan takes time. He may ‘appoint us’ at times to do things we don’t enjoy, things outside our comfort zone, things that are way too trivial for someone of our giftedness. Sometimes He may even appoint us to a time of rest!

Be patient. Be open. With each situation work to be a legacy, to make a difference in people’s lives. God’s promises are sure and His timing is perfect. Your appointment today is preparing you for tomorrow!

Thank Him for the anointing, and make a difference in people’s lives in whatever appointing you find yourself in.