Romans 12:3 For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. Do you have an overinflated opinion of yourself, or are you controlled by self-loathing? Both extremes are common and for a host of reasons understandable. And for a Christian they are both wrong and dangerous. God has gifted each of us with his unique design (Psalm 139) and in our verse today He has given us just the right amount of spiritual strength to accomplish His will. Today let each of us give thanks to God for our unique make-up and gifts. At the same time let us apply ourselves to the life God has given us and not be consumed with the life He has given to others. This Thanksgiving week let’s rejoice not only in all what God is doing around us, but what He is doing in and through us!

Acts 21:14 And when he (Paul) would not be persuaded, we (Paul’s Christian friends) ceased, saying, The will of the Lord be done. Paul was on his way to Jerusalem and his friends were confident that if he did go he would be placed in bondage. Yet Paul clearly understood that God’s will for his life was to make the journey. When it became clear to Paul’s friends that the will of God was at work, they stopped trying to fight it. While we should be grateful to have friends, and seek to be a godly friend, we must never overstep our boundaries. The truth of God’s will always trumps the thoughts of our friends. If God is leading you down a path that others are not comfortable with then follow Paul’s example. Let your friends know that while you appreciate their concern, the will of God is the safest place for every believer to be at every moment of their lives!