Get Out of the Way

God’s foolishness is wiser than human wisdom, and God’s weakness is stronger than human strength. —1 Corinthians 1:25

Don’t ever forget that in your own strength, you cannot do what God has called you to do. You cannot parent that child, love that husband, care for that elderly parent, submit to that boss, or lead that Bible study.

I can’t begin to count how many times the Lord has given me a task, and I’ve responded, “Lord, I can’t do this. Others are more qualified. I’m not prepared. I’m so tired. I don’t know what I’m doing.” He responds simply, “I know. That’s why I’ve given you the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit will enable you, and My power will overshadow you and your weakness.”

God specializes in the impossible so that when the victory is won and the task is complete we cannot take any credit.

We can only live the Christian life and serve God through the power of His Holy Spirit. As soon as we think we can handle it on our own, we become useless to Him. Let God take over and let Him overshadow you.

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Portrait of a Woman Used by God: Lessons from the Life of Mary of Nazareth ©2016 Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth

Scripture taken from The CSB