I've often found myself in a place where I can't fathom the idea that God would choose to use me — let alone use me well. How could I, a simple man with simple means, make a meaningful impact on the kingdom of heaven? I've told God, "I just don't think I'm cut out for this."

And yet, His Word comes back with a humbling truth: No, I'm not cut out for it. No, my thoughts and my feelings are not strong enough to impact the kingdom. Only my surrender can do that. For the Word says:

"My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts," says the Lord. "And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine." (Isaiah 55:8, NLT)

This is not a word of condemnation — it's a word of hope. It lifts us higher than we ever thought possible. The moment we call on the name of Jesus, the moment we surrender to H

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