What do you do with your ‘abilities?’

"I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well." - Psalm 139:14 (ESV)

In ancient times and even in some cultures today, someone like Millicent Simmonds in A Quiet Place franchise would be left to die on the side of the road. Due to her deafness, she would have been considered to have no value to add to society. Thankfully, in this modern era, Millicent was given a chance to prove that she did have something to offer the world as an actress and person.

One element of the teachings of Jesus that reflected Psalm 139 shows that God values each and every one of us.

"Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows." - Matthew 10:29-31 (ESV)

Jesus is saying that God does care about his creation, but more importantly, he cares about each person on earth.

Each man and woman has value and even though he knows every sparrow and where it falls, mankind's value exceeds the sparrows. To the point that God cares so much about humanity, He knows the numbers of each of our hairs and has provided a means to spend eternity with him.

This all means that regardless of your life experience or situation, you are valued by God.

This conversation starter came from the full review of A Quiet Place franchise @ Reel Dialogue.