**God Doesn’t Call the Qualified, He Qualifies the Called**

Beloved in Christ,

I stand before you today with a message of hope and affirmation, one that highlights the beauty of God’s mysterious ways. It’s rooted in a simple but profound truth: God doesn’t call the qualified; He qualifies the called. 

Throughout the Bible, we see numerous examples of individuals whom God chose not because they were the strongest, smartest, or most righteous, but because they had a heart that sought after Him. Their qualifications were not based on worldly standards, but on a divine purpose known only to God.

Consider Moses, a man with a stutter, chosen to lead the Israelites out of Egypt and speak to Pharaoh, the most powerful ruler of his time. Moses felt inadequate and even asked, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?” (Exodus 3:11) But God responded, “I will be with you.” (Exodus 3:12) It was not Moses' eloquence or leadership skills that qualified him, but God’s calling and promise.

Similarly, think about young David. While his elder brothers looked kingly and had the stature of warriors, David was just a shepherd boy. Yet, when Samuel went to anoint the next king of Israel, it was David whom the Lord chose. The Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height… The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” (1 Samuel 16:7)

The Apostle Paul is another testament to this truth. Once a fierce persecutor of Christians, Paul was dramatically transformed on the road to Damascus. In his own words, he described himself as "the least of the apostles," yet God qualified him to be one of the most influential Christian missionaries and authors in history. “But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace to me was not without effect.” (1 Corinthians 15:10)

So, what does this mean for us today?

First, we should never measure our worth or our potential by the world’s standards. Our value isn’t determined by our CVs, our bank accounts, our physical appearance, or our social status. Instead, it is determined by God who sees the potential within each of us, a potential that He intends to mold, refine, and perfect for His glory.

Secondly, if you ever feel called to do something for the Kingdom of God and doubt creeps in, remember that God’s strength is made perfect in our weakness. “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” (2 Corinthians 12:9)

Lastly, be open to the transformative power of God. If He calls you, trust that He will also equip you. When you walk in faith, doors you never imagined will open, resources will appear, and wisdom will be granted. Just as God equipped Moses with signs and wonders, David with courage and skill, and Paul with insight and determination, He will also equip you for the task He has placed before you.

In conclusion, beloved, let’s not be held back by our perceived inadequacies. God isn't searching for the most qualified; He’s looking for the willing. He’s looking for those whose hearts are open to Him, ready to be molded and used for His glory. Let us always remember the words in Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

I urge you today: heed the call, step out in faith, and let God qualify you for His divine purpose. For when we submit ourselves to His will, the impossible becomes possible, and through us, His glory is made manifest in the world.

May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen.

My name is Cesar and I’m A Voice In The Desert 

www.avoiceinthedesert.net