Square Peg ... Round Hole
By Andrea Merrell
We’ve all heard it
said … you can’t fit a square peg in a round hole. Unless, of course, you
intend to shave off the edges, totally changing the attributes and character of
the peg.
Every one of us
has our heroes, our mentors, and those we want to emulate. And we all want to fit
in. But sometimes—instead of learning and gaining inspiration from those we idolize—we try to become just like them
instead of who God created us to be. We can get so caught up in what God is
doing in others that we totally miss what He’s trying to do in us.
The truth is we’re
all called by God for a purpose. Here are some wise words by pastor and author
Bob Gass:
God
knows what you were born to be and provided everything you’d need to fulfill
your life’s purpose. God sanctified and set you apart. He fixed it so you
wouldn’t fit in and designed you so you couldn’t rest any place He didn’t want
you to be. He intended for you to wander and feel lost until you found Him.
That’s why you’re uncomfortable in certain places and around certain people. It
doesn’t matter how hard you try, you won’t fit in because God has set you apart
for Himself. Man can ordain, but only God can foreordain. Stop worrying about
who does or does not recognize your gifts.
Still not
convinced? Here’s another quote by John Mason:
Each
person has been custom-made by God the Creator. Each of us has a unique and
personal call on our lives … to be our own selves and not copies of other
people.
Writer, you have
been called by God, and your journey is as special and precious as you are. Embrace your uniqueness. You
have a story that no one else can tell. You have thoughts, feelings,
experiences, and wisdom that are yours alone. Commit your gifts, talents, and
abilities to God, and watch how He uses them—in your life, for His glory, and
to bless others. You never know how powerful your words can be until you place
them in the Creator’s hands.
Be ready at all
times to follow God’s lead, not just in your writing, but in everything you do.
Be like the prophet Jeremiah. God told him, “Go wherever I send you and say whatever I
tell you. And don’t be afraid of the people, for I will be
with you and will
protect you. I, the Lord, have spoken!” (Jeremiah
1:7-8 NLT) He also told Jeremiah in verse five, "I knew you ... I sanctified you ... I ordained you."
God's way is always best. If you’re a square peg, don’t
even think about trying to fit in that round hole. Keep learning, growing, and
moving forward until you find that sweet spot God designed just for you. It
will be a perfect fit.
What about you? Have you found that sweet spot? We would love to hear from you.
(Photos courtesy
of FreeDigitalPhotos.net/Stuart Miles and Google images.)
TWEETABLES
Great lesson Andrea. Thanks for sharing. As I've been focused this past few months on donating my kidney so that my husband could receive one (I was not a match for him), writing has not been my top priority. In fact, I really have no desire to write right now. Through this donation process, however, I believe God will someday use mine and my husband's experiences to help others. And I believe that I will be called to write about it. I have faith God will give me the words when the time is right. I have completed the surgery this past week, and am recooping. My husband's did not go as planned and is still awaiting a kidney. Even that has been a God story in its fullest. I look forward to God's call and His assignment when that time comes. Thanks again. Perfect timing.
ReplyDeleteWow, Sheryl. What a story you have. I so appreciate you sharing this. There is no doubt that God will have you write about your experience, whether it's a devotion, article, or book. You are such a good writer. Please don't ever abandon that gift. I will be praying for you and your husband. Blessings! :)
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