S – “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; 

I appointed you a prophet to the nations.”

Jeremiah 1:5 ESV

O – Four observations from this verse:

• God formed us – He made us exactly how we are (gifts, talents, personalities, physical qualities)
• Before He created us – He knew us.  He knew intimately.
• He consecrated us – He set us apart with a purpose.
• He appointed us prophets – Prophets have a message to deliver….so do we.

A -Jeremiah needed this assurance because he was afraid and the Lord was sending him to speak to the nations. We need to know the same qualities are in us and our relationship with God.  He created us, knows us, set us apart and given us a message. No matter our role, job or title – each of us has the same annointing to minister as Jeremiah.

R – Heavenly Father, you are the Creator of all things, including us.  Thank you for knowing us intimately enough that all the gifts, talents and attributes you have given us align with your purpose for us.  We choose to answer your calling boldly today.