Name Tags: You are… Competent

Such confidence we have through Christ before God. Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God. 

2 Corinthians 3:4-5 (NIV)

I can do all things through Christ, Who strengthens me.

Philippians 4:13 (NKJV)

I will not presume to speak of anything except what Christ has accomplished through me…

Romans 15:15 (BSB)

If insufficiency is a demon, if inadequacy is a spirit, if incompetence is the devil’s jail, then let's embrace the freedom found in Christ….

Since ONLY IN HIM are we competent! As seen cover-to-cover in the Word, God’s all-stars weren't pre-equipped for their jobs.

  • Most didn't have high-end educations.

  • Most weren't the richest or the mightiest.

  • Very few were from royal families.

  • Some started life as pagan outsiders.

  • They included scrawny kids and sinners…

  • Stutterers, old people, and fishermen.

Christ said, 'I can of myself do nothing' (John 5:30). 

So how can modern church “authorities” claim their competence in matters of faith by man-created certifications?

As Paul said: 'Our competence comes from God' (2 Corinthians 3:5, NIV).

Actors, models, and talent for Christ:

What does today’s devotion mean to you?

1) Your CAPABILITY comes from the Lord. If you aren't 'degreed' in talent training, do your best NOW and pray for His Presence to shine brightly through you in auditions. The combination of Jesus and you… will take you places that you'd never guess!

2) The Word says that God exalts the humble.* Therein, if you have a humble background, if you maintain a humble attitude, if you humble yourself at your King’s Feet, at just the right time, you’ll be exalted. This is God's promise!

3) Don't believe the devil’s lies about you. If you think you're not “attractive” enough, not smart enough, or talented enough; if you think you don't have the right background… you're in the right place for promotion!

Name Tags: You Are… Capable (Part 24)

* 72 Bible Verses about Humility: 73 Bible verses about Humility

NOTE: God is my Ghostwriter. If what I write is good, it’s from God. You may see notes to 'Actors, Models & Talent for Christ.' If you think you're not in show business, think again. Shakespeare said, 'All the world's a stage and all its men and women merely players.’ Mostly true. But you're not merely players. You are messengers and ambassadors for the King of kings.

Carey Arban