" 4 We are confident of all this because of our great trust in God through Christ. 5 It is not that we think we can do anything of lasting value by ourselves. Our only power and success comes from God."
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Adequate.
2 Corinthians 3:4-5
" 4 We are confident of all this because of our great trust in God through Christ. 5 It is not that we think we can do anything of lasting value by ourselves. Our only power and success comes from God."
So often I feel like when we're given a job to do that doesn't meet our natural skill set, or that's out of the norm, or that's really important, we don't feel adequate enough to do it. I know for me, when I'm given something to do that I'm not used to, I don't want to do it usually because honestly, I don't want to fail or be judged on my non-ability to do something. There's a moment usually when God asks me to do something like that, where I'll be like, "Nope, don't wanna do that, Lord.", and every time He will gently remind me that I'm not the one in control, He is, and He has a plan in everything. Everything we need--every tool, every skill, every ability--to fulfill God's plans & purpose for Him is given to us by Him. He provides us with the necessary abilities to carry out His plan. It's like David. Scrawny lil' shepherd dude defeated a giant that an army couldn't take out... with a flippin' strap and rock. What? God gave him the strength & ability. How neat is that? And if it's something that's completely out of character or skill set for us, how much more glory goes to God for making it happen?
" 4 We are confident of all this because of our great trust in God through Christ. 5 It is not that we think we can do anything of lasting value by ourselves. Our only power and success comes from God."
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