God has something for each of us. That might sound obvious, but how often do we actually live like we believe it? It’s easy to get caught up in our own plans, routines, and distractions, forgetting that we were created for a time like this, on purpose, for a purpose. But here’s the thing—being used by God isn’t just about checking off spiritual to-do lists or doing big, impressive things for Him. It’s about being poured out—living in a way that holds nothing back, offering everything we have in surrender, whether it’s seen or unseen.

Sounds exhausting, right? It feels like emptying yourself, like giving until there’s nothing left. But in God’s kingdom, things don’t work the way we expect. When we pour out, He fills. When we surrender, He overflows. It’s not about scraping by, hoping we have enough. It’s about trusting that He always does. Think about a coffee cup. Warming the mug before pouring in fresh coffee helps it hold the heat longer. In the same way, pouring out is an act of preparation—being filled first so that what we offer is ready and useful when the moment comes.

In Mark 14, there’s a story of a woman who anointed Jesus with expensive perfume. While some saw it as wasteful, Jesus called it beautiful. She wasn’t calculating the cost or worrying about what others thought. She simply gave all she had in worship. She poured out everything, holding nothing back. And Jesus said that wherever the gospel is preached, her act would be remembered.

That’s the kind of life we’re invited into—a life that’s fully surrendered, fully given, fully poured out.

Paul echoed this idea in Philippians 2:17, saying, “I will rejoice even if I lose my life, poured out like a liquid offering to God.” He didn’t see sacrifice as loss. He saw it as joy. He understood that pouring out wasn’t about depletion—it was about being part of something bigger than himself.

So what does that look like in everyday life? It starts with a few key things:

• Living in repentance means being open to God’s refining work. A life poured out is about a willingness to be changed, allowing Him to shape our hearts. True repentance goes beyond words—it’s surrendering our way for His. It looks at the struggles in others and asks, ‘God, is there anything in me that needs to change too?’ It’s a heart posture that chooses to follow Him, trusting that His way is always better.
• Choosing unity and love. It’s easy to hold grudges, to let wounds fester, to demand justice when we’ve been wronged. But unity in the body of Christ means letting go of offenses and choosing love instead. Sometimes that looks like forgiving when it’s undeserved, releasing the right to be right, and focusing on the bigger picture—God’s kingdom.
• Staying open to the Spirit’s leading. Jesus said, “My sheep hear my voice” (John 10:27). He is still speaking, still guiding, still leading. The question is—are we listening? A poured-out life is one that’s open, willing, and responsive to His direction.
• Living prayerfully. Prayer isn’t just something we do—it’s how we stay connected to God. It’s where we hear His voice, find His strength, and are reminded of His faithfulness. “Pray without ceasing,” Paul wrote (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Not as a duty, but as a way of life.

Being poured out is an act of surrender, not exhaustion. It’s about being filled in a way that prepares us for the moments God has planned. Everything we offer to Him has purpose and never goes to waste. So, what is He asking you to pour out? What distractions, fears, or comforts need to be laid down so that He can fill you with something better?

Hold nothing back. Let Him pour in so that your life can be poured out in a way that brings Him glory.