In human life, one of the most profound questions many people ask is this: Does a person exist by accident, or is there a purpose for which God created them?

The answer to this question becomes clear in the message found in the Book of Jeremiah, particularly in chapter 1 from verse 5 to verse 10. These verses reveal how God calls a person and prepares them for a mission even before they are born.

This is especially evident in the verse that says: “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” (Jeremiah 1:5)

These words reveal a profound truth: God does not see a person as someone who came into existence by accident. Before someone is born—before their parents even meet—God already knows that person and determines the work they will accomplish in their lifetime.

This means that every human life has purpose and intention. Even if some people are born in difficult circumstances or into families facing challenges, that does not mean God is unaware or that their lives lack meaning.

Some people may wonder why they were born in a certain year instead of another. For example, someone might be born in 1995 or 2000, yet they do not question why they were not born in 1555 or why they will not be born in 2444.

All of this demonstrates that God has appointed a specific time for every person, as well as the place where they will be born. Walking with God, therefore, helps a person understand their calling and the path they must follow in order to fulfill God’s purpose.

However, when God calls someone, that person may initially feel incapable or believe they lack the ability to carry out such a responsibility. This is exactly what happened to Jeremiah when he said: “Alas, Sovereign Lord, I do not know how to speak; I am too young!” (Jeremiah 1:6)

Jeremiah felt that he was too young and unqualified to take on such an important mission. Yet God did not allow fear or feelings of inadequacy to prevent him from fulfilling the task he had been given. Even today, many people reject the responsibilities God places before them because they believe they are not capable or worthy.

Nevertheless, God reassures those He calls and promises that they will not be alone. This is shown in the next verse where God tells Jeremiah: “Do not say, ‘I am too young.’ You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you.” (Jeremiah 1:7)

These words show that when God calls someone, He already knows their potential and what they are capable of accomplishing. God never calls someone without understanding how He created them. When a person accepts to serve God, He enables them to accomplish what they could not achieve on their own.

Furthermore, God continued to comfort Jeremiah by telling him not to fear people or the challenges he might face in his mission. This is expressed in the verse that says:
“Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord. (Jeremiah 1:8)

This promise from God is extremely important for anyone who is called to serve Him. When God is with a person, fear should not prevent them from carrying out their mission. Even when people criticize or oppose them, God remains present to help them fulfill their calling.

Later, God performed a symbolic act that showed Jeremiah had been given the authority to proclaim His word. The scripture says: “Then the Lord reached out His hand and touched my mouth and said to me, ‘I have put my words in your mouth.’” (Jeremiah 1:9).

This means that the work of God is not accomplished by human wisdom alone, but by the power given by God. When a person allows themselves to be used by God, He places His words within them and gives them the wisdom and ability needed to fulfill their mission.

Finally, God concluded His message by revealing the magnitude and impact of the calling Jeremiah had received. He said: “See, today I appoint you over nations and kingdoms to uproot and tear down, to destroy and overthrow, to build and to plant.” (Jeremiah 1:10)

These words demonstrate that God’s calling can reach far beyond what a person imagines. Someone who accepts to serve God can influence the lives of many people—even entire nations. God’s work has the power to remove what is harmful and establish what is good in people’s lives.

In concluding his teaching for the day, Christian Gisanura briefly emphasized the central message of this passage: every person has a calling within God’s plan.

No one exists by accident. Even when someone passes through difficult seasons or challenging circumstances, those experiences may be part of the preparation God uses to shape them for their purpose.

The most important thing is to accept being used by God and to do everything with the intention of glorifying Him. When a person embraces their calling, God empowers them to accomplish far beyond their own ability, making their life a blessing to others and to the world.