Daring Faith Devotional: Day 1

April 03, 2016, By: Jimmy Scruggs

LET GOD EMPOWER YOUR PURPOSE.

I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Philippians 4:12-13 (NLT)

In other words, you can do anything – with God’s help. A man came to Jesus and asked him to heal his son. He said, “If you can do anything, take pity on us and help us.” Jesus said, “If you can? Everything is possible for him who believes.” Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!” (Mark 9:22-24). That’s one of the best prayers in the Bible. It’s so honest! And that’s what God wants from us in prayer – honesty. If you pray that prayer: I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief, God will answer. God will grow your faith. God will help you overcome your unbelief. Faith means we believe that Jesus can do what we ask, and that with his help, we can do what he asks us to do too. Have you been trying to live life in your own strength? If so, you might be getting nowhere-fast and very tired! You can read all the motivational books in the world and still make little progress. We need the supernatural help of God to live a life of faith. Surrendering your life to God’s love in Jesus Christ is the best decision you’ll ever make. It will lead you to trust God, and it will stretch your faith as you see that indeed you can do everything through Christ who gives you strength.