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😕Feeling Ordinary?

😕Feeling Ordinary?

Discover Your Extraordinary Design

Blessburst
June 18, 2024

Hey Awesome Friend!

Looking for a sprinkle of joy to power up your morning? 🌞

Let's dive into the scripture:

²⁶ Then God said, “Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and all the wild animals, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.”

²⁷ So God created mankind in his own image,
in the image of God he created them;
male and female he created them.

²⁸ God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky and over every living creature that moves on the ground.”

²⁹ Then God said, “I give you every seed-bearing plant on the face of the whole earth and every tree that has fruit with seed in it. They will be yours for food. ³⁰ And to all the beasts of the earth and all the birds in the sky and all the creatures that move along the ground—everything that has the breath of life in it—I give every green plant for food.” And it was so.

³¹ God saw all that he had made, and it was very good. And there was evening, and there was morning—the sixth day.

Genesis 1:26-31

Explanation:

Alright, awesome friend, let’s take a trip back to the beginning. God’s wrapping up His creation masterpiece, and He saves the best for last: humans. Yep, that’s us.

Genesis 1:26-31 shows God saying, “Let’s make humans in our image.” Think of it as God’s ultimate stamp of approval. He didn’t just make us…

He made us like Him.

And then He gave us the job of looking after the world. Talk about responsibility!

Insights:

But here’s where it gets interesting…

This “image of God” thing isn’t just a cool title. It’s a game-changer. We messed up pretty soon after (thanks, Adam and Eve), but God didn’t give up on us.

Fast forward to Jesus: the perfect image of God. He showed us what it really means to live out that image. Jesus wasn’t about power trips or showing off.

He was about love, service, and reflecting God’s heart. So, being made in God’s image means following Jesus’ example.

Application:

So, how do we apply this today awesome friend?

Start with the little things.

Smile at the barista.
Pick up litter in your office.
Be patient with your family.
Plus, so much more!

Each small act is a chance to reflect God’s image. Remember, it’s not about being perfect. Jesus handled that part. It’s about letting God’s love shine through us in everyday moments.

Reflection Questions:

How can I reflect God’s image in my daily actions?
What small step can I take today to show God’s love to others?
How does knowing I’m made in God’s image change my view of myself?

Feel free to discuss with a friend.

Prayer:

Dear God, thank you for creating me, in your image and giving me the amazing role of reflecting your love to the world. Help me to see myself and others through your eyes. Guide me to follow Jesus’ example in my daily actions. Let your love shine through me in everything I do. Amen.

Remember, you’re not just another face in the crowd. You’re made in God’s image. Embrace it, live it, and watch how it transforms your world. Go on, make God proud!

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Tomorrow, let’s reveal your secret weapon when you feel overwhelmed.

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