Who are we?
by Pastor Greg Fowler
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When I look at your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars that you have established; what are humans that you are mindful of them, mortals that you care for them? (Psalm 8:3,4)
Read Psalm 8
There are many times in my life when I feel like a bit of a nobody. I know that comparing myself to others is the worst thing I can do, yet I fall into this trap more often than I should. When we get together with the extended family at Christmas or other gatherings, I hear how others are doing amazing things with their lives and positively influencing others. I feel good for them and celebrate with them, but in times of doubt, I wonder who I am and what I am doing that’s of any real worth. I know that I am not alone.
God tells us exactly who we are and how much we’re worth. In this psalm, we see that the Lord of the entire universe is mindful of us! And not mindful of us as a collective; he is mindful of us individually, as he has created us. This gives me great comfort. It also means that I can say, truthfully, ‘I am who God made me, and I am doing what he asks me to do’. I realise that we all do valuable things; it’s just that some are more obvious than others. I know that God is at work through me in many ways and often even when I am unaware. We are God’s treasure, his love and his masterwork.
Growing in our relationship with God allows us to see how he is at work in and through us. When I have my eyes on him, I am not looking at others and comparing myself. I am content with the provision of God and the work he has for me to do. I delight in his blessing!
Lord God, may we know our worth and grow in relationship with you. Provide for our needs and direct our attention to you. Amen.
Pastor Greg lives in Adelaide and serves as pastor of Golden Grove Lutheran Church and School. He is blessed to be able to spend lots of time with his grandchildren, Teddy and Olivia. His spare time is taken up with golf, Formula 1 and going out with his beautiful wife.
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