Introduction: Have you ever felt like there was more to life than what you’re experiencing now? Have you ever felt like you were called to serve at a higher level to give more than you’ve ever thought possible? God has a plan for your life and it is not a plan that is limited, but a plan that is limitless. Today we’re going to be exploring God’s path of infinite development that He has set before you in Christ Jesus.
1 Where should we start when we decide to follow the command found in Deuteronomy 6:5?
Note: In order to love God with all our might, it requires us to develop that which we have. Our first duty to God and our fellow man is that of personal development. Being able to grow in all that you have is essential in order for you to live out God’s plan and His purposes for your life. One of the best ways that we can develop any of our talents is in the service for others. This is how we can develop to the highest capacity of every faculty and talent that God has given us.
2 What is the foundational requirement that enlists us in the process of Infinite Development? John 17:3
Note: The path of Infinite Development begins when we come into relations with Christ, whom God has sent. This is where eternal life begins for us. Christ was sent to earth to give us a perfect example of the infinite possibilities that man can reach unto through an intimate relationship with His son.
3 Is it Christ’s will that we should be limited on the amount of development we can have? John 10:10
Note: Many times we’re so fixed on this idea or belief that we are not meant to have an abundant amount of development. We might believe we’re so limited on all these different opportunities, when, in reality, God came that you might have abundance in every area of life.
4 What does the Lord expect us to do with the talents and faculties He has bestowed on us? Matthew 25:27
Note: God expects us to put whatever talents however few they may seem, into the exchangers so that we can have an increase when Christ comes again. God is actually expecting you not to be limited to what you have but to be limitless; to actually expand that which you’re capable of.
5 Through whom are we able to infinitely develop our talents? Colossians 1:27
Note: Did you know that all the infinite talents and endless possibilities of Christ can be formed in you? How infinite do you think we could get through Christ’s possibilities? This shows you that there isn’t a path of limited development that God has set before you to walk on, but rather, one of infinite development. It is a joy to go on this journey together because at The Army of Youth this is the only thing we are focused on: helping you to live your calling and to equip you along this journey for Christ.
6 How are we able to make eternal life longer? John 17:3
Note: Do you want to know how you can experience eternal life and make eternal life longer? How would you like to expand the time so that you can have unlimited amounts? The only way to make eternal life longer is to start now. A talent that everybody has is time. time is a gift from God; in fact, our time, our life, was purchased by the infinite blood of Calvary. When we begin to realize the infinite price paid for our time and life, every moment is rightly employed and valued. Then we have all the time necessary for ourselves, and for the cause of God. We would now be able to do what we need because we have time for what we make time for. Eternal life doesn’t begin in heaven. On earth, is where eternal life begins.
7 Why is it necessary that we incrementally develop our ability to connect with others? Luke 2:52
Note: Our ability to connect with others can expand and strengthen as we exercise it. Christ was constantly in a stage of continual growth, improving on his talents that He may be able to reach others more effectively. There is not a measure in which our influence can extend to. Let us be determined to add strength to strength, as God adds grace for grace.
8 What is the pivotal connection between Infinite development and the use of our finances? Deuteronomy 8:13
Note: Contrary to popular belief, money is not the root of all evil. The bible specifies this statement in [1Timothy 6:10] Admonishing that “the love of money is the root of all evil.” The power to gain wealth is the prerogative of God alone. It is God who owns the infinite resources both in heaven and in the earth. Every cent that is placed within our accessibility God wants us to make the right use of it. Surely as there is no limit to our mental and physical development is just as certain there is no limit to our financial development. For stewardship is mainly spiritual. Let us be intentional to develop every talent possible as it is our duty to God and to our fellow beings.
9 How does the Lord desire us to use the talents that He has given us? Philemon 1:6
Note: Another universal talent that everybody has and that God wants us to have an abundance in is communication. Helen Keller who was deaf, dumb, and blind was still able to communicate to the masses. How much more can God’s people communicate to others? One of the best ways for our communication to increase is by speaking of the goodness of Christ instead of focusing on what’s missing. Gratitude is one of the secrets to abundance because it is when we’re grateful for what we have that what we have increases. So, when we use our communication skills to speak words of gratitude our communication skills will increase. Whatever skills you have, It is a talent that we can cultivate for God’s glory and for His cause. There are literally no limits these days and no excuses for us to not communicate our message of Christ to the world.
10 When we put our talents and gifts to the right use, how does God bless them? Proverbs 18:16
Note: It is your gifts that are going to make the difference of where you are able to reach and who you are able to impact in this world. It is the cultivation of these talents that God has given to you that will determine where you end up in this life and it will affect the life to come as well.
In Light of God’s Word…
Is it your desire to step onto the path of infinite development and activate that potential by rightly exercising and employing the gifts the Lord has given to you?
Is it your decision to start developing today, to invest your time, resources etc. in the service of the Lord while reaching new heights in your Christian walk?
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