On a mission from God
After Joliet Jake Blues [John Belushi] is released from prison, he and his brother Elwood [Dan Akroyd] visit the orphanage of their youth. The place is broke and has 11 days to pay back taxes or lose everything. The brothers decide to hold a charity concert to save the orphanage. Elwood says, “We’re on a mission from God.”
Moses was a man with a mission from God. Deep in his heart Moses wanted the Hebrews to be free from slavery. He was perfect for the job. He was a Hebrew; the son of Pharaoh’s daughter; educated in Egyptian ways; and familiar with key leaders.
When Moses turned 40, he tried to fulfill his mission in his own strength. He failed miserably. In fact, he became a fugitive murderer. For the next 40 years Moses was a shepherd for his father-in-law. All seemed lost. His dreams were shattered. His heart was broken. But God was at work. As Moses spent hours in solitude, God was slowly transforming him into a man of faith. At age 80, God called Moses to go to Pharaoh and lead the Hebrews out of Egypt. This time Moses did things God’s way and the people gained their freedom.
Do you have a desire to help others in some way? Have you tried to help and failed miserably? Good! You’re right where God wants you. Let Him mold, shape, and prepare you to fulfill your mission His way.
© 2009 Steven A. Lake
Dr. Steve Lake is a retired educator with over 30 years experience in the American public schools. He has served in a variety of position, including teacher, elementary school principal, junior high principal, Associate Superintendent, retired from public education as Superintendent of Schools in Lincolnwood, IL. He has his Bachelors, Masters and Doctor of Education degrees from Northern Illinois University. For the past 25 years Steve has attended and been a member of Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington and Northfield, IL. At Willow Creek Steve has taught adult classes on spiritual gifts, life purpose, and spiritual disciplines. He has ministered overseas in Angola, Zambia, Honduras, Germany, and Russia. Steve is co-founder of Designed to Serve, a ministry that equips Christians to live out their unique God-given calling. Steve is married and has two adult children who are married.
