“Here comes this dreamer. Come now, let us kill him and throw him into one of the pits; then we shall say that a wild beast has devoured him, and we shall see what will become of his dreams.” Genesis 37:19-20.
No human being is born useless. Just as God in creating the earth planted various rich mineral deposits deep within it, so also each human being comes with a lot of rich deposits.
The parable of householder who planted a vineyard teaches us a lesson; that God expects us to be fruitful. He knows what we are made of. If the householder had not planted rich seeds, he would not send people to ask for the fruits. God demands our fruits because he knows we have all it takes to deliver.
You are created to excel. You have talents, you have gifts, you are a bundle of potentials. Regardless of whatever anyone may have said to you in the past, just bear this one truth in mind; you have the seed of God within you, you are capable of much more than you think. Even science would tell us that we only use one tenth of our brain power, if that is true, can you imagine the extent of our overall human power?
As much as God has so endowed you with gifts, bear in mind that there would always be people who would do everything to try to stop you from shining. There is wickedness in this world. Tell me, what offence did Joseph commit against his brothers to warrant such hatred?
Again, let’s flip this question around: Why do I become so sad when I see people excelling (moving ahead of me) in life?
As much as I cannot deny my jealousy towards others, I must bear in mind that there are so many others who are secretly praying for my death or for something bad to happen to me so that they can feel good about themselves; so that they can have something to talk about and laugh.
However, this should not make me depressed and downcast in life. I would be cheating myself if I begin to hide my talents and gifts in other to prevent people from getting jealous. The hatred of others no matter how heavy will never take away my gifts, they even give me a greater platform to shine brighter.
Think about this: Joseph could have decided to become a recluse seeing his dreams dashed off by his brothers. Joseph could have decided to develop a rather wayward and hardened heart since the people he loved so much could do such an evil thing to him. He could have decided to become an angry person for life; transferring the aggression against his brothers to anyone he meets. But this was not the case.
From time to time, wicked people may have their way in our lives. But my dear, no matter what, keep shining; keep bearing fruits; keep moving. If you cannot fly, then run, if you cannot run, then walk, if you cannot walk, crawl.
No matter what they do to you, don’t forget, you are still a bundle of potentials. When you die, God will not ask for excuses or reasons why you didn’t shine, God will only ask how you traded with the coin he deposited in you at birth. Stop blaming anyone for your problems, get up today and shine! Be Fruitful! Genesis 1:22.
I pray when the LORD shall come to collect our fruits, may we never be found wanting. Amen.
*Be Happy. Live Positive. Have Faith. It is well with you.
God bless you.