Complete

The Bible describes how God desires to make us “complete.” The Greek word reminds us that He works to equip, shape, and prepare us. He gives us the tools and resources we need.

Through this process, He acts to chisel, refine, and teach us. If we make mistakes, God corrects us. When we fail, He helps us learn how to succeed. We mature as we absorb more of His Word. We learn more about His Spirit and how He guides us, speaks to us, protects us, and empowers us.

Further, we are made complete in every good work to do His will. Yes, God has a will for each of us. His goal is that we become complete, so we can accomplish His purposes and do the things for which we were created.

How does He do this? He is “working in you what is well pleasing in His sight, through Jesus Christ.” He works in our minds and hearts, our thoughts and attitudes, our habits and experiences.

He does this in ways that are pleasing to Him. They may not seem pleasing to us, but He knows the benefits and the reasons. He teaches us, empowers us, and gives us talents and resources that we might be a blessing to others.

In your life, seek to cooperate with God that He might make you complete, mature, and always ready to serve Him.