PROMISE #130 - MAY 10
Promise #130:
You can do all things through Jesus Christ who gives you strength.
Philippians 4:13 (WEB)
I can do all things through Christ,
who strengthens me.
In yesterday's promise, we discussed the kingdom principle of weakness. In today's promise, we examine the kingdom principle of strength. The reality is that they are one and the same. In Philippians 4:13, the Apostle Paul makes the bold declaration that he can do all things through Jesus Christ who strengthens him.
The reason Paul could say that nothing is impossible is that he had learned the secret: his own strength was made perfect in his weakness. (2 Corinthians 12:1-10) If we rely on our own abilities, we can only achieve what our personal strength allows. If we understand that the source of our strength comes from being devoid of self-effort, we will realize there are no boundaries, barriers, or limitations because Jesus knows no boundaries, barriers, or limitations.
No matter what life throws at us, we are more than conquerors through Him who has loved us. (Romans 8:37) If we embrace the humility of a childlike heart and understand that true strength does not originate with us but with Christ who lives in us, then we will believe that we can truly live an impossible life.
May each of us recognize the incredible power and strength available to us through our Elder Brother Jesus, who provides His power and strength to help us overcome in every situation.
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Responsive Prayer:
Father, thank you for empowering me with the very strength of Jesus through your indwelling Holy Spirit. Help me not to lean on my own understanding as I navigate my life, but to trust in you with all my heart so that you can provide me with all the strength I need in every situation.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.
You can do all things through Jesus Christ who gives you strength.
Philippians 4:13 (WEB)
I can do all things through Christ,
who strengthens me.
In yesterday's promise, we discussed the kingdom principle of weakness. In today's promise, we examine the kingdom principle of strength. The reality is that they are one and the same. In Philippians 4:13, the Apostle Paul makes the bold declaration that he can do all things through Jesus Christ who strengthens him.
The reason Paul could say that nothing is impossible is that he had learned the secret: his own strength was made perfect in his weakness. (2 Corinthians 12:1-10) If we rely on our own abilities, we can only achieve what our personal strength allows. If we understand that the source of our strength comes from being devoid of self-effort, we will realize there are no boundaries, barriers, or limitations because Jesus knows no boundaries, barriers, or limitations.
No matter what life throws at us, we are more than conquerors through Him who has loved us. (Romans 8:37) If we embrace the humility of a childlike heart and understand that true strength does not originate with us but with Christ who lives in us, then we will believe that we can truly live an impossible life.
May each of us recognize the incredible power and strength available to us through our Elder Brother Jesus, who provides His power and strength to help us overcome in every situation.
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Responsive Prayer:
Father, thank you for empowering me with the very strength of Jesus through your indwelling Holy Spirit. Help me not to lean on my own understanding as I navigate my life, but to trust in you with all my heart so that you can provide me with all the strength I need in every situation.
In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.