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2 Corinthians 12:9

“But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”

 Let’s reflect upon the word “humility.” Humility—it invites followers of Christ to embrace their vulnerabilities, allowing them to experience that greater dependence on the Lord. Humility leads followers to a deeper sense of closeness and strength, which in the fullness of time leads to spiritual growth. 

Let me ask you a couple of questions. When encountering obstacles and difficulties in your life, how often do you approach it with strength? How hard do you work to be strong? Each of us likes to see ourselves as individuals who are resilient physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. However sometimes, amid all that we experience and face, we discover that even in the best of our strength, it is no match for the many challenges that our lives endure here on earth. 

We are often tempted to focus on ourselves when we are experiencing a crisis—feeling sorry for ourselves and trying to protect ourselves. It is during these challenging and difficult times of self-focus that we need to reflect, and turn our attention to and focus on God.

Look at the apostle Paul. Paul is a great example of a humble man. Paul faced many trials and adversities, and, in these moments, he turned to God for help. Rather than removing all that Paul was going through, God spoke to Paul, telling him, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” 

Throughout the Bible, God shows us many individuals, such as Gideon, Barak, Samson, and David, who, because of their faith, saw their weaknesses transformed into strength. Likewise, God can use each one of us when we realize we’re not strong enough on our own and admit our weakness to him. If we humble ourselves in this way, God can and will open the door to work in and through us. It is in and through our moments of weakness that His strength can be made evident. 

I encourage you to take the time today to seek the Lord’s strength, because when you do, you will experience a transformative journey of faith. 

Let us pray: Father, we know we cannot always be strong, help us to realize that and guide us oh loving Father. Help us to admit to our weaknesses and turn to you. Allow us to see and seek your power and strength as it works within our frail beings. May our children see and seek your strength because they see us turning to you in our times of need. Amen. 

Blessings, Pastor Susan