"God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.”
In the Bible we read the story of a man named Gideon. He was discouraged and had little self-respect. His family was extremely poor, and he was thought to be the least in his family. An angel appeared and called to him, “Mighty hero, the Lord is with you!” (Judges 6:12 NLT). Gideon didn’t feel, or even look like, a mighty hero. God was calling him to deliver his nation from their enemies and Gideon felt inadequate in the face of this great task.
God, however, could see his potential and simply said, “I will be with you.” (Judges 6:16 NLT) By the end of the story, Gideon had become the champion and deliverer of his people.
Gideon’s first step toward success was finding the courage to change. What in Gideon needed to change? Gideon needed to see himself as God saw him – a mighty hero.
No matter what we need, God can, and will supply it. Our part is to trust God. God is with us, and He will give us the strength and ability to overcome each difficulty we encounter. Just like Gideon, our faith in God can grow and we will have the courage to change those things we can, and the wisdom to know what to leave in God’s hands.
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. (Isaiah 41:10 NIV, Philippians 4:13 NLT)
Prayer: Loving God, Fill me with faith in Your great power. As I face the challenges of each day, help me to remember that You are with me and that I can do everything through Christ who gives me strength. Amen
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