--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: God can, has and will use anybody who is…" description: "\"God can, has and will use anybody who is open to serving Him to convey the gospel. He will bless the efforts of His servants whether they are gifted as..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/204/george-barna-31184_bless_god-can-has-and-will-use-anybody-who-is_1644943.jpg" --- # God can, has and will use anybody who is open to serving… ![“God can, has and will use anybody who is open to serving Him to convey the gospel. He will bless the efforts of His servants whether they are gifted as evangelizers or not.” quote by George Barna](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/204/george-barna-31184_bless_god-can-has-and-will-use-anybody-who-is_1644943.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/204/george-barna-31184_bless_god-can-has-and-will-use-anybody-who-is_1644943.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/204/george-barna-31184_bless_god-can-has-and-will-use-anybody-who-is_1644943.jpg) > “God can, has and will use anybody who is open to serving Him to convey the gospel. He will bless the efforts of His servants whether they are gifted as evangelizers or not.” [George Barna](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/george-barna/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Anyone willing to serve can be used by God to spread the gospel, regardless of natural talent. **In simple terms:** Service opens the door for divine purpose. Key Takeaway Encourage service over skill. Themes faith service inclusion spirituality Mood faithful hopeful Type motivational theological When to use this quote - church outreach - volunteering - personal testimony Key Concepts divine purpose humility empowerment Questions to Reflect On - What motivates people to serve without seeking recognition? - How does humility affect effectiveness? A Different Perspective Overemphasis on service may overlook need for proper training. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet [Christianity](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/christianity/) [Effort](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/effort/) [Religion](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/religion/) [Servant](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/servant/) ## Related quotes > [I've caught myself a time or two adding or embellishing. 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