And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in needs, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ’s sake. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
I asked God how He would describe His strength. He replied “My strength is an all encompassing ability to overcome any obstacle in life. This strength comes from heaven and cannot be found in the world.”
The conflict is choosing between self sufficiency and the strength of Jesus. And, the strength of Christ is not intellectual or hypothetical.
Come to Jesus admitting you are weak and unable to cope with the challenges of life.
This fills the heart of Jesus with gladness. You are mindful of your frailties and recognize Jesus is your only hope for strength to deal with all the adversities of life.
Jesus died so you can reach out to Him for your every need. He offers you a reservoir of unlimited strength.
All of the great battles described in the Bible were won by God alone. It is not by might nor by power but by My Spirit. God does not need your help. In fact, He knows if you win the battle the glory will not go to Him.
The power of Christ will come to those who live in submission to God and walk in the light yielding to the Holy Spirit.
God wants to increase your greatness and comfort you on every side.
Reach out to Jesus by faith and He will empower you with His resurrected life.
Hal Hollister Ministry 