For there are eunuchs who were born that way from their mother’s womb; and there are eunuchs who were made eunuchs by people; and there are also eunuchs who made themselves eunuchs for the sake of the kingdom of heaven. The one who is able to accept this, let him accept it” (Matthew 19:12).
We are what we are, whether from birth, by circumstances, or by choice. Learn to accept who you are, most especially the truth that, in faith, it really is a matter of whose you are. You were redeemed at a price. Jesus shed His blood to eternally redeem you, that where He is You will one day be. Too often, we fret over our circumstance. You are where the Lord knows you need to be.
Lord, I look around and compare myself to others. You are making of me that which You will make me. Help me to not resist what You are doing in my life. Guide me away from looking to others, or even myself, but look to You. You are the author and finisher of my faith. Guide me in the goodness of the Father to accept what I cannot change as You change me into what You know I will become.
Lord Jesus, You are our leader, the King. You have come so that I may live into the true life for which You have redeemed me. You have taken away things that need to be taken away. You have created in me things that make me uncomfortable. And You are taking me to new places. Keep me from any resistance and place in my heart joy that You are conforming me to Your image. Help me to faithfully accept all that You are doing in my life. Amen.
