The Creative God

Scripture:

Nehemiah 7:5  "So my God gave me the idea to call together all the nobles and leaders of the city".

Observation:

Nehemiah had finished the project given him in record time and knew that God had done what was impossible with man.  He had an idea, but he knew where ideas come from.  He knew that God had given him a great idea.  He gave God the praise for an idea, realizing that it is God who gives creativity and ideas to His people who are committed to Him.

Application:

In a situation like this, most of us would give ourselves credit for the ideas that came to us.  God is creative and creativity should be a characteristic of those who follow Him.  He had the idea of the solar system, the earth and everything that grows on it and lives on it.  He is super creative!  Maybe if we acknowledge Him more, we would have more great ideas.  I believe the next great invention is in the heart of God and He will give the idea to the one who is seeking Him.

Prayer:

Lord, You are creative and are so far beyond amazing!  You created us and everything we see.  You created the brains that come up with all this incredible technology today.  You are the best and I love You.  Give me ideas that will help the world.  Give me ideas about how to be a better husband, father, pastor, etc.  I want to be more like You today and every day.

Your Son,
Jeff