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Crawford Bible Commentary – Daily Devotional
📖 Day 3: “Created with Purpose”
Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)
“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.”

💬 Explanation:

You are not an accident. You are God’s masterpiece—handcrafted by the Creator Himself. This verse reminds us that salvation isn't the end of the story, it’s the beginning. When we are born again in Christ, we are made new—with a purpose already mapped out by God. Long before you took your first breath, God prepared good works for you to walk in. That means every believer has a divine assignment, uniquely designed for their life. You were not just saved from something—you were saved for something.

🔍 Greek and Hebrew Word Study:

Greek: “Poiēma” (ποίημα) – Translated “masterpiece” or “workmanship”; literally means something that has been made with care—where we get the word “poem.”
Greek: “Ktisthentes” (κτισθέντες) – “Created”; from ktizō, meaning to form or found something new, especially with intentionality.
Greek: “Proetoimasen” (προητοίμασεν) – “He planned beforehand”; speaks of divine forethought and preparation.
(No Hebrew used here, but parallels can be seen in Jeremiah 1:5 – “Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you.”)

🔁 Cross References:

Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you…”
2 Timothy 1:9 – “He saved us and called us to live a holy life… before the beginning of time.”
Philippians 1:6 – “God… will continue his work… until it is finally finished.”
Psalm 139:14 – “Thank you for making me so wonderfully complex! Your workmanship is marvelous.”

❓ Questions and Answers:

Q: What does it mean to be God’s masterpiece?
A: It means we were intentionally created by God with unique design, value, and purpose.

Q: What happens when we are “created anew” in Christ?
A: We are spiritually reborn—freed from sin and equipped for a new life of good works.

Q: Are good works the cause of our salvation?
A: No, good works are the result of salvation—not the cause (see Ephesians 2:8–9).

Q: When did God plan our purpose?
A: Long ago—before we were born, God prepared the path we’re meant to walk.

📘 Summary:

God didn’t just save you to sit on a pew—He saved you to shine for His glory. You are His handcrafted masterpiece, designed for good works that reflect Christ to the world.

🔑 Key Lesson:

Your life has divine purpose. Don’t waste time comparing or doubting—step into the good works God created you to fulfill.

🧭 Application:

Ask God to show you one good work today that reflects His purpose in your life. It could be an encouraging word, an act of service, or a time of prayer for someone in need. Live with awareness that you were made for this—to walk out the calling God designed for you.

🙏 Prayer:

Father, thank You for creating me with purpose. I am Your masterpiece, and I want to live like it. Help me not to chase someone else’s calling, but to walk confidently in the good works You prepared for me. Open my eyes to opportunities to serve You today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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