A Divine Reflection: Embracing Your Unique Gift

Kathryn Baker
3 days ago
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“We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us...” — Romans 12:6 (NIV)

Recently, I spoke with someone who has a gift for fashion. With what seems like effortless ease, this person can assemble a wardrobe that draws attention everywhere they go—not for extravagance, but for excellence.

As we talked, I shared how this was more than style or trend — it was ministry.

Their eye for design is a gift from God, given not for vanity but for visibility. Others may first notice their outer presentation, but behind that beauty is a divine opportunity—a chance to express God’s creativity, confidence, and joy to someone who might never step inside a church.

Even seemingly “ordinary” gifts are extraordinary when returned to their Source.

No two sunrises look the same; no two snowflakes share a pattern. The same God who paints skies new every morning has written His own creativity into each of us.

Each of us carries a portion of Himself — a divine imprint, a glimpse of His endless nature. We are not copies; we are reflections. And every reflection catches a facet of His glory that no one else can display.

God’s Fingerprints on Our Gifts

As holy, as mighty, as powerful as God is, He chose to reveal Himself through human variety. If you’ve ever marveled at how someone sings, preaches, teaches, prophecies, writes, encourages, or designs with ease, you’ve witnessed one of God's countless expressions.

Yet so often, we minimize what’s in us because it doesn’t shine like someone else’s. We measure our worth by comparison—by how gifted, known, or visible another person seems to be.

But Scripture reminds us: “...there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit.” — 1 Corinthians 12:4

Your gift may look different, but it flows from the same Source.

When we attempt to mimic another person’s grace, we rob the world of the unique Godly essence He placed within us. The facet of Himself He intends to reveal through you can’t appear through anyone else!

The Danger of Comparison

Comparison is subtle. It whispers, “You’re not enough." It tempts us to shape our callings around public approval rather than divine assignment.

But here’s the truth: your gift doesn’t have to look spectacular — it just has to be surrendered.

“For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise.” — 2 Corinthians 10:12

Comparison not only blinds us to what we have but dishonors the Giver.

You Are Unique on Purpose

There may be many who share your type of gift, but no one carries your expression of it.

Many can sing—but only your voice carries your tone, your story, your sensitivity, your testimony. Many can encourage—but only your way of speaking reaches a certain heart. Many can create—but only your creativity reflects that distinct dimension of God’s glory.”

You are designed with intentional distinction.

“I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made...” — Psalm 139:14

Even the smallest talent can set God’s agenda in motion when offered back to Him. Whether your area is leadership or laughter, words or wisdom, compassion or color—God can use it all.

Accept It. Nurture It. Return It.

1️⃣ Accept it. Stop waiting for external validation to confirm what God already anointed.

2️⃣ Nurture it. Growth requires stewardship. Study, practice, pray, and stay teachable.

3️⃣ Return it. Remember—it all belongs to Him. Every idea, every spark, every melody.

“And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.” — Colossians 3:23

When we return our uniqueness to our Creator, He multiplies its impact. What He placed in you becomes an offering — a living testimony that He is endlessly creative, endlessly personal, endlessly good.