Don’t Wait to Be Perfect to Be Used by God

“But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong.” - 1 Corinthians 1:27

One of the biggest lies the enemy will try to get you to believe is that you have to have it all together before God can use you. That you need to be more qualified, more disciplined, more educated, or more spiritual before you step into the purpose God has for you. But if that were true, none of us would ever be used for anything.

Throughout Scripture, God makes it clear that He is not interested in perfection. He is interested in availability. God uses broken people with messy pasts and ongoing struggles to accomplish His plans. He is not looking for someone who checks every box. He is looking for someone who will say yes.

That includes you. God does not need you to wait until your life looks cleaner or your resume looks stronger. The same God who used fishermen, tax collectors, and even persecutors of the church is ready to work through your life right now. His power is not limited by your weaknesses. His grace is not held back by your imperfections.

What if the very thing you think disqualifies you is the reason God wants to use you? What if your past, your pain, or your current challenge is what God wants to redeem for His glory? You are not behind. You are not late. You are right on time for the work God wants to do through you.

So do not hold back. Do not delay obedience because you feel like you are not enough. God never asked you to be perfect. He asked you to follow. And when you do, He supplies what you lack. He equips what you bring. He uses who you are, right where you are, to change the world around you.

Say yes today, even if it feels small. Even if you feel unready. God is ready, and that is all that matters.