We build confidence in a variety of ways. Once we gain experience doing something, we become confident that we can do it again. Then, with more experience, we gain even more confidence. Effective training also gives us assurance that we are doing things properly and effectively. A good word from a trusted source can also increase our confidence. Building confidence in these ways is well and good for learned skills and behaviors. But, possessing the ability to unselfishly do real and lasting good comes from another source.
II Corinthians 3:5-6 says, “Not that we are sufficient in ourselves to claim anything as coming from us, but our sufficiency is from God, who has made us sufficient to be ministers of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit. for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.” The Holy Spirit gives us power to do good and minister to the needs of others. We should recognize that we do not have this power in ourselves, but we should also never doubt that God makes us sufficient to do the things that produce life and blessings.
Reluctant Retiree 