1 Samuel 17:41-47
There have been many times in my life when I've held the same mindset as Goliath and the Philistine army - scoffing at what I thought were small battles and thinking that I was competent enough to overcome them through my own strengths. Every time this occurs, I'm always humbled by the fact that I'm so weak and foolish, and that I need to constantly depend and rely on God no matter how small or big my struggles or circumstances may seem.
I remember one instance when I was tasked to print out small handouts for ministry outreach. What I originally thought would take less than an hour took over several hours due to unforeseen technical issues. I caught myself becoming impatient and bitter at myself and at the people who had assigned me the job. Through this small and mindless task, the enemy used it to take a foothold in my life.
After this event, I've been reminded and trying to be more prayerful about lifting everything up to God, even battles that I don't even consider battles. Like what P. Shan said, I want to continue making ALL of my battles His battles.
Lord, thank you for allowing us to make our battles your battles through what your Son accomplished. May I always be humbled by this, and especially prepare my heart this week. I pray for a more prayerful heart that will constantly seek you for guidance and strength in all that I do or face. Lord, unblind my eyes from my inhibitions and help me to fix them on you, for you have already overcame and you allow us to overcome.
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