Today’s Bible Reading:
1 Samuel 13; 1 Chronicles 2-3; 2 Corinthians 12
Journal Entry on a passage from today’s reading:
Topic: Power
SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 12:9
But he (the Lord) said to me, "My grace is sufficient for
you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." (2 Cor 12:9 NIV)
OBSERVATION:
“Jesus loves me this I know, for the Bible tells me so… I am
weak but He is strong…” the children’s song is so true. When we are obediently
doing what the Lord has called us to do, we need not rely on our own strength,
but may trust that His grace will be sufficient to accomplish His will in and
through us. In fact, when we try to operate by our own power we will be less
successful. It is when we give all our efforts to Him that He is able to bring
His strength to bear. But the more control I keep, the less His power may be
manifested. Therefore, in my weakness, my power to accomplish His will is made
effective and perfect.
APPLICATION:
The question is not whether or not I should use the
abilities God has given me. Yes, I should utilize the talents entrusted to me.
The question is: On whose strength am I relying?
PRAYER:
Lord, may I ever trust in Your strength alone. Through
Christ. Amen. -AP
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