God fashioned all your parts
before you were even born.
He wants you as you are;
for His purpose you were formed.
He made you in His likeness,
unlike the beasts and creatures.
He’s given you gifts and talents;
you are special in your features.
So discover all your talents;
work hard, try lots of things.
Watch for what you’re good at;
these are the gifts God brings.
It may be violin, guitar,
singing or in art,
writing stories, maths,
history, good at facts;
determined, a leader, kind,
thinker, user of your mind,
organiser, helper,
encourager of others.
Or is it sport, a ball or bat,
God has made you strong and good at?
Whatever kind of hat,
develop fully that.
But He gave you gifts to honour Him,
not puff you up or think you’re smart.
Nor should you covet someone else’s gifts
and hide your own: this hurts your heart.
To do your best is how He wants you.
This is the way to be fulfilled.
Do not complain you would be different;
this robs of joy and twists your skills.
God made you very special.
Thank Him for how you are.
Ask Him to use you to bless others
and you will shine just like a star.
