Ephesians 2:10 (Amplified Bible, Classic Edition)

For we are God's own handiwork (His workmanship), recreated in Christ Jesus, [born anew] that we may do those good works which God predestined (planned beforehand) for us [taking paths which He prepared ahead of time], that we should walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us to live].


Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)
For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.

The Greek Word for handiwork, workmanship, and masterpiece is where we get our word “poem.” This Greek word always depicts someone putting forth his fullest creative abilities to achieve something.

You are not an afterthought with God. You are His handiwork - His master piece. You have been recreated in Christ Jesus. He used his fullest creative abilities when He made you and recreated you.

You are custom made. You have a designer. You have a purpose.

Since all of this is true, you must live with intention and live on purpose.

There are good works that have been planned for you to accomplish. Things that you are destined to do. There is destiny in your design.

Matthew 5:14-16 (MSG)
Here’s another way to put it: You’re here to be light, bringing out the God-colors in the world. God is not a secret to be kept. We’re going public with this, as public as a city on a hill. If I make you light-bearers, you don’t think I’m going to hide you under a bucket, do you? I’m putting you on a light stand. Now that I’ve put you there on a hilltop, on a light stand—shine! Keep open house; be generous with your lives. By opening up to others, you’ll prompt people to open up with God, this generous Father in heaven.


Eph 4:1 (NLT)
Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God.

We have to move from random to rhythm. From being pulled to living on purpose.

Psa 37:23 (NKJV)
The steps of a [good] man are ordered by the LORD, And He delights in his way.

ordered - set up, established, fixed

2026 is going to be a year of God’s big fix. Believe that He is fixing things in your life - in every area of your life. On Sunday, bring the lists of goals you want to achieve in 2026 and the things you are believing God to fix in 2026.

Pro 12:11 (NASB20)
One who works his land will have plenty of bread, But one who pursues worthless [things] lacks sense.

James 1:22 (KJV)

But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.