All throughout my life i have heard and been quoted this verse in the context of being able to do great things for Christ with His help. Of being able to step out on faith and "conquer the world." And all this is true, but this last Sabbath i saw this verse in a different way.
If you read the previous two verses it says:
"I am not saying this because i am in need, for i have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and i know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want."
THAN it says, "I can do all THIS through Him who gives me strength."
This past week has been a rough one for me, and hearing this verse this way, was a huge encouragement to me! And i am so thankful for God showing me this and helping me see that no matter what situation im in that He will give me the strength i need to get through it.
2 comments:
I'm glad He lives in you! :)
Wow! I never thought of it that way! ;) dude that's so cool! xD I should show you some things I've been learning lately :P!
Daniel Glassford
(your super tall classmate ya me, well I finally took aloof at your Facebook page and found this :D)!
Post a Comment