Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness….

— Genesis 1:26a

As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today.

— Genesis 50:20

For if you [Esther] remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s house will perish. And who knows if perhaps you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this?”

— Esther 4:14

In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.

— Matthew 5:16

Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ: Be reconciled to God.

— 2 Corinthians 5:20

Thoughts on Today’s Reading

Grace, mercy and love from Christ to you.

God deliberately positions His people where they can represent and witness Him. From Genesis, God told us humanity was created to reflect God’s nature and bear His image to the rest of creation. God places His people where they can display His attributes—like justice, mercy, and compassion—so others can tangibly see what He is like. We are strategically planted in neighborhoods, workplaces, and families to be Christ’s ambassadors to reflect the character, values, and grace of God’s Kingdom.

God works through divine positioning to orchestrate encounters where His people can share the gospel, offer encouragement, or bring practical help. He positions us right where we are needed, at exactly the right time, to be a light in someone else’s journey. Throughout Scripture God positioned His people, such as Joseph and Queen Esther, through seasons of adversity and elevation to accomplish His specific purposes to save nations from famine and distinction.