NO INTERVIEW REQUIRED

Throughout my 26 year career I’ve had my share of interviews. But what I love most is coaching others on effective interviewing. When was the last time you had to write a resume and prepare for an interview? It can be grueling!

First you have to put down on paper all of your skills and major accomplishments. Then you have to prepare for the questions and then be able to explain why you are THE best candidate in about 60 minutes or less. Easy right?!

But what resonated with me this week as I was studying John 15 is that God has already chosen us. To follow God and accept Him as your Lord and savior there is NO interview required. We just have to come to Him!

“You didn’t choose me. I chose you!” John 15:16.

These were the words of Jesus to His disciples. He chose them to spread love, share the Good News, and to bear fruit. Jesus did not ask for a list of all their good deeds and accomplishments. He didn’t ask about their education level, title or years of experience. He simply said, “come, follow me.”

With God…..There’s no resume that needs to be printed out on fancy paper. Just a heart willing to pursue a personal relationship with Him.

These scriptures explain how it’s all possible.

“If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God, and it is by openly declaring your faith that you are saved.” Romans‬ ‭10‬:‭9‬-‭10‬

Through God’s grace we are saved and we are chosen – it has nothing to do with our good works!

“Even before he made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in his eyes.”

‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭1‬:‭4‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Yes, there have been times in my life I’ve been the selected candidate but there have been times that I’ve also been rejected. But true joy comes from knowing God chose me to be His daughter without a list of good deeds. He held out His hand despite the “failure resume” I could have written. He loves me, He chose me, He forgave me.

And He loves you too! Oh what wonderful plans He has for you!

“You didn’t choose me. I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce lasting fruit, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask for, using my name. This is my command: Love each other.” ‭‭John‬ ‭15‬:‭16‬-‭17‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Happy Friday from Rooted,

Heather & Lisa