We have all seen demonstrations of awesome power. Men compete in the World’s Strongest Man competition every year, moving and carrying amazing amounts of weight. Men and women exhibit powerful fetes in crosstraining. Every day laborers seem to move mountains to build, create, and secure tall buildings.
We get used to seeing these amazing fetes and begin to expect this from others and ourselves. But once we choose to rely on ourselves, we will be disappointed with the inevitable failures that come upon us. We will become disheartened with our weaknesses.
That’s because we placed our trust in our own limited strength and abilities. Zechariah 4:6 says, “Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of hosts.” God says that we will inevitably fail and fall short when we trust in our finite strength. However, He promises to provide unlimited power, wisdom and authority through His Spirit to those who trust in Him. His wisdom and power created heaven and earth by His Word. They still sustain the world and give life. By His power alone can we accomplish the good things that we desire to do.
Reluctant Retiree 