But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Messiah may dwell in me. 2 Corinthians 12:9, TLV

Power in Weakness.       Weaknesses are frowned upon in this world. Predators look for weakness. Opportunists capitalize on the weak. However, for those followers of the Messiah Jesus, that’s where we get His power.

How does that look? Do we radiate power like gamma rays off our body? Or exhibit superhero strength? Actually, we may not look that different to the world, except for one amazing thing:

Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and ‘you will find rest for your souls.’ Matthew 11:29, TLV [emphasis mine]

Rest. Peace. A heart that rests in GOD, is not weak. When we traverse trials and tribulations, we don’t have to look like we have peace, we have it.

Not only that, but the power that radiates within us is the power of the Messiah — Jesus.

Those Moments

We’ve all had moments or events where we were able to perform a great exploit for Yeshua. Perhaps we don’t even realize it is happening until we reflect on it later. And we should reflect on it. Share the moment as a testimony that our strength could not have achieved what happened.

I’ve had moments — miracles — where I learned so much of the art of letting go and “let Jesus take the wheel.” Sharing with a troubled young man who held a gun on me. Lifting my 5’7″ daughter from the rapids into the raft when she hit a boulder. A confrontation with a bouncer who stared into my eyes and backed away. I can assure you, these moments were not my strength, they were His.

Those miracle moments will touch the hearts of those longing for more. For “Someone” who loves them that much that they will stand by them no matter the trial. Intervene in unexpected ways. Or hold their hand and give them peace.

Whatever is truth in us will show to this hurting world. We acknowledge the pain, grief, fear, depression, but we know all this is temporary, and He will carry us through.

Think More About It

How is GOD’s grace sufficient for you?

May His grace be sufficient for us and may it reflect in the hearts of others.

Praying for Israel—Prayer Prompt

For a day in Your courts is better
than a thousand anywhere else.
I would rather stand at the threshold of the House of my God
than dwell in the tents of wickedness.
For ADONAI Elohim [the LORD God] is a sun and a shield.
ADONAI gives grace and glory.
No good thing will He withhold from those who walk uprightly.
ADONAI-Tzva’ot [the LORD of Hosts],
blessed is the one
who trusts in You. Psalm 84:11-13, TLV

Can you hear the worship in this passage? I’m humming now. Join me? God bless you.