The Father's Menu

The Father's Menu

Apostle Dr. Richard Udoh

Saturday, January 19, 2019

OF WHAT VALUE ARE YOU?

The great house represents the kingdom of God. The vessels describe the different types of people in God's kingdom. And this is where some get confused... why would God create some [people] for honor, and others for dishonor?

The word honor is translated as noble, which can be used to describe rank or title; but in this instance, it is more appropriately used to describe an exalted moral or excellent character. The word dishonor can be translated as ignoble, it simply means inferior, base, or of low character. So, one example describes a person of maturity, the other describes a person of less development

The Apostle Paul said in God's house there are many vessels; some set out to bring honor and glory to God, others for base tasks. Yet, BOTH are in the house, meaning they belong to God.

We, as God's children, are vessels in His house. Yet, unlike any vase and trashcan that has no ability to change its function, God has given us complete freedom to decide. "If anyone cleanses himself, he will be a vessel of honor, sanctified and useful for the Master..." In other words, if anyone matures his character from his or her base beginnings, that one will be a vessel of honor in the King's house.

It's up to you. When you received Jesus as your Savior, you were brought into the house, no longer an outsider or an orphan. And in His great love, God said, "Now you decide... will you cleanse yourself from the dishonor and bring honor to my Name? Or will you continue functioning in the base character in which I found you’? So, like a teacher asking one of her young students, I ask you, "What will you be in His House?"

 Prayer: I will be a vessel fit for your use O Lord

Further reading: II Timothy 2:15-21

Read through the Bible: Genesis 20 & Matthew 19