Today's Daily Bread
Expect Great Things
William Carey was an ordinary man with an extraordinary faith. Born
into a working-class family in the 18th century, Carey made his living
as a shoemaker. While crafting shoes, Carey read theology and journals
of explorers. God used His Word and the stories of the discovery of new
people groups to burden him for global evangelism. He went to India as a
missionary, and not only did he do the work of an evangelist but he
learned Indian dialects into which he translated the Word of God.
Carey’s passion for missions is expressed by his words: “Expect great
things from God; attempt great things for God.” Carey lived out this
maxim, and thousands have been inspired to do missionary service by his
example.
The Bible tells of many whose faith in God produced amazing results.
Hebrews tells of those “who through faith subdued kingdoms, worked
righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions, quenched
the violence of fire, escaped the edge of the sword, out of weakness
were made strong” (11:33-34).
The list of heroes of the faith has grown through the ages, and we
can be a part of that list. Because of God’s power and faithfulness, we
can attempt great things for God and expect great things from God.
If God can hang the stars on high,
Can paint the clouds that drift on by,
Can send the sun across the sky,
What can His power do through you? —Jones
Can paint the clouds that drift on by,
Can send the sun across the sky,
What can His power do through you? —Jones
When God is your partner, you can make your plans large!
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