Sometimes the obstacles of life can seem pretty daunting but that’s when we know it’s time to refocus our attention on the One that is greater than us.
“Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.” Zechariah 4:7
Might and power aren’t necessarily the right tools to use when things seem overwhelming; sometimes the best defense are those who are weak and have been empowered by God. Remember David and Goliath – young David was no match for the mighty giant who had been a warrior since his youth; but David’s confidence wasn’t in his own might but he was focused on the Lord.
Then there was Joshua taking the city of Jericho. A mighty walled city, a seemingly impenetrable fortress – but the foolishness of walking around the city for seven days and then shouting and blowing trumpets on the seventh day in obedience to God’s direction caused the walls to fall flat.
In my college days I learned that having a relationship with Jesus – trusting Him, relying on Him with complete confidence – was my source of completeness and strength. I’ve had to grow in that knowledge because many times I have failed to depend on Him, thinking I could handle things myself. But He’s been patient with me.
We sang a chorus back in those days: “He’s all I need, He’s all I need, Jesus is all I need”.
The Apostle Paul knew it would be hard for us to comprehend the power that God has given us when we are in Christ so he prayed that we would have understanding.
“I pray that God will open your minds to see his truth. Then you will know the hope that he has chosen us to have. You will know that the blessings God has promised his holy people are rich and glorious. 19 And you will know that God’s power is very great for us who believe. It is the same as the mighty power 20 he used to raise Christ from death and put him at his right side in the heavenly places. 21 He put Christ over all rulers, authorities, powers, and kings. He gave him authority over everything that has power in this world or in the next world. 22 God put everything under Christ’s power and made him head over everything for the church. 23 The church is Christ’s body. It is filled with him. He makes everything complete in every way.” Ephesians 1:18-23 ERV
We are filled with Him. He makes us complete in Him! He adds multiplied blessings to our lives but it’s not the blessings we seek. It’s Him – it’s Jesus.
“I say this because all of God lives in Christ fully, even in his life on earth. 10 And because you belong to Christ you are complete, having everything you need. Christ is ruler over every other power and authority.” Colossians 2:9-10 ERV
God’s power is working in us, through us and for us! Be strong in the Lord. He is ALL I NEED!