Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 (NIV)
It has been said, “God never wastes a hurt.” This truth is illustrated in the life of Saint Patrick. Most people, including the Irish themselves, do not know why we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Much to the chagrin of most, St. Patrick’s Day is not about drinking green beer or even the Irish people, but rather, it is the celebration of Saint Patrick bringing the Gospel of Jesus Christ to Ireland.When Patrick was young, he was kidnapped from his home in England and forced into a life of slavery by the Irish. Several years later, he escaped and went home to England. At home in England, he became a dedicated follower of Jesus. During a time of prayer, he felt led to go back to those in Ireland who had enslaved him and bring them the “good news” of Jesus Christ. Needless to say, his work and impact literally changed a people-group. It is amazing that God brought Patrick back to his place of pain so he could use him to grow his kingdom in the same people that had no regard for him years earlier.
Like St. Patrick, God wants to use us to further his kingdom as well. He wants us to use our life experiences to help others in need. God does not require us to have great skills and abilities He requires faith and obedience.
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(From "Noblesse Oblige" by Scott Applegate pg. 41-42)
