“He is excellent in power.” Job 37:23. Compared to God we humans are feeble. We’re unable to help ourselves spiritually, heal our hearts, or fix the injustice we often endure. Fortunately, God cares about weaklings like us. What’s more, God “gives power to the weak and to those who have no might He increases strength” […]
“My strength is made perfect in weakness.” II Corinthians 12:9 Abraham’s life illustrates the importance of faith when God asks us to move beyond our comfort zone. While we stretch our spiritual muscles, we may feel discomfort. But when you boldly step out in faith and obedience to God, you may be surprised at how a “good […]
“My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” II Corinthians 12:9 The loss of what is old is an opportunity to discover something new. God may use hardship to get us to give up a bad habit or learn a new virtue. He used a thorn in Paul’s flesh to teach […]
“Let all those rejoice who put their trust in You; let them ever shout for joy, because you defend them.” Psalm 5:11 We live in a dangerous world, filled with unpredictable challenges and unseen perils. Yet, we have joy because we know Someone who is strong enough to carry us through the churning waves of life that […]
“Become complete…and the God of love and peace will be with you.” II Corinthians 13:11. As Christians, we bump into tough situations in which our weaknesses are revealed. We often react immaturely and use our weaknesses as an excuse. After all, I’m not perfect, we argue. The Corinthian believers had much spiritual growing to do. The phrase, “Become […]