What can people do to demonstrate real power? Is it by commanding the loyalty of many people? Could it be by lifting and moving heavy burdens? How about leading an army to a great victory? Some people think that we demonstrate power by successful business activities and obtaining wealth.
The Bible says that real power is demonstrated in our weaknesses. When we humble ourselves and confess our shortcomings God is able to give us power in our inner beings. When we reject this offer and try to work things out in our own strength and abilities, His power is not available to us.
Ephesians 3:14-16 says, “For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being.” Real power is not seen in an outward display. Real power is known within us by the quality of our character. God promises to give us the power, through His Spirit, to be transformed into His image. In I Corinthians 12:9 God promises “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Believers trusting in the power of God’s Spirit are the most powerful people on earth, because they have God’s power available to them.
Reluctant Retiree 