Psalm 127:4 Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, so are children born in one’s youth.
Every child has a divine purpose. They are like arrows that have to be shaped, polished and sharpened to become powerful instruments of light. A balanced shaft, the body of the arrow, must be shaped straight and consistent in thickness and stiffness. The weight must be distributed equally to keep it stable in flight. It cannot be too heavy nor too light. A shaft that is well-balanced will not wobble or lose control in mid-air.
Holistic development requires the integration of IQ (Intelligent Quotient), EQ (Emotional Quotient), and SQ (Spiritual Quotient). IQ is the cognitive ability, EQ is the ability to understand, manage and respond to emotions and SQ is the ability to find meaning and purpose in life. SQ is ignored by the corporate and secular world but it is the Spiritual Quotient that empowers and enlightens us to use our IQ effectively and EQ wisely.
Joshua was a warrior and a leader. He was like a well-polished shaft sharp and successful. When the ten spies spread an evil report about the Promised Land of Canaan and disheartened the people, Joshua stood up as a young leader to encourage the entire Israelite assembly. Joshua along with Caleb emphasized the truth that the land is exceedingly good and that they will devour the giants. “Do not be afraid of them.” (Numbers 14:8-9). All twelve spies saw the same people and the prolific produce of the land but the perspective of the two Joshua and Caleb were different to the other ten spies. Those with high SQ will view life through the lens of purpose, hence will manage their emotions wisely and deploy their intelligence effectually.
IQ helps us to think clearly, EQ to relate wisely and SQ to live purposefully. Spiritual Quotient is developed by the spiritual disciplines of reading God’s Word, praying and fasting. SQ polished Joshua and Caleb to be men of valor, prophetical, powerful and powerful arrows in the hands of the Lord.
Polished for Purpose:
- IQ: IQ will train us to become analytical.
- EQ: EQ will shape us to become emphatical.
- SQ: SQ will polish us to become powerful.
“Spiritual Quotient turns ordinary arrows into powerful missiles.”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, polish my SQ to become powerful and purposeful arrow in Your hands. Amen.
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