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\u201cWho am I, Sovereign Lord, and what is my family, that you have brought me this far?\u201d<\/em> -2 Samuel 7:18<\/p>\n

David\u2019s response to God\u2019s answer regarding the temple is an example for us all: \u201cWho am I, Sovereign Lord, and what is my family, that you have brought me this far?\u201d These brief words offer four important insights.<\/p>\n

First, God is the One who answers, \u201cWho am I?\u201d We are not defined by our culture, family, friends, career, success, or lack of any of these factors. God defines who we are.<\/p>\n

Second, the Lord is Sovereign. He is supreme and controls all things, including every second of your day today.<\/p>\n

Third, God provide the answer to \u201cWhat is my family?<\/em>\u201d We may complain about the family we have, but it is a blessing from God. We are to thank him for each member and do all we can to show love and respect to those closest to us in this life.<\/p>\n

Fourth, God is also the answer to how far we go in life. We may aim to be successful, rich, famous, or some other pursuit, but God ultimately controls how far we go. We are better off asking what he wants rather than pursuing our own interests. His plan is always better in the end.<\/p>\n

\u201cWho am I, Sovereign Lord, and what is my family, that you have brought me this far?\u201d Let this be our prayer today.<\/p>\n

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