Before You Say "I Can't." Say, "I'll Try."

 BEFORE YOU SAY I CAN’T, SAY I’LL TRY

When we are being taught something new, we often feel overwhelmed by the process we must follow.  We may shy away from learning about something by telling ourselves or others, “I can’t” or, “This or that is impossible for me.” 

We need to remind ourselves that with time and determined effort we can succeed, as many before us have.  That includes the changing of our dependency on our character defects to being a person who develops positive character strengths. 

While this may seem impossible to us if we are relying solely on self-will, it’s true that when we put our hand into the hand of God and follow His ways, we will find success.

You can hear the victory celebration in the homes of those who live right.  The Lord has shown his great power again!  Psalm 118:15

Success is achieved by following God’s ways rather than our limited human ways.  God tells us to bring our old thought patterns to Him for renewal.  Inviting God to help us and choosing for His direction brings success and this boosts our self-confidence. 

Choosing to quote God’s word over our faulty thinking is one way to bring about change that lasts. 

The weapons we use are not human ones. Our weapons have power from God and can destroy the enemy’s strong places. We destroy people’s arguments, and we tear down every proud idea that raises itself against the knowledge of God. We also capture every thought and make it give up and obey Christ. 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Heavenly Father, We are weak, but You are strong.  Help us to choose to walk in Your will and Your ways in all our affairs and to fully rely on Your strength for victory over all our dependencies and character defects.

Every time today we may feel tempted to turn back to old negative thoughts or ways, help us to call out to You.  You promise to give us strength to keep moving forward rather than giving in to defeat. 

Today, before we say, “I can’t” help us to say “With God’s help, I’ll try.”

I leave us with this reassuring promise from God:

Don’t worry—I am with you.  Don’t be afraid—I am your God.  I will make you strong and help you.  I will support you with my right hand that brings victory. 

Isaiah 41:10