In Dependence
Based on 1 Peter 5, 2 Peter 1-2, Psalm 131
"But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you."
1 Peter 5:10
God is in the process of perfection. He establishes us, strengthens us, and settles us. There are things in this world we may lean on, but none can fulfill us like Jesus. In dependence on God, we can stand strong against any enemy! A humble approach is more powerful than a prideful independent spirit!
"Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you." 1 Peter 5:7.
When we give it all to God, He doesn't just want our surrender of obedience, but our surrender of our worries and problems, too! In dependence on Jesus, we can get through any circumstance way better than we could independently. Our God is a comforting God!
But how do we know we are better off in dependence on God, rather than fighting our our battles independently? Well, Peter assures us that His Word is true:
"For we have not followed cunningly devised fables, when we made known unto you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of his majesty."
2 Peter 1:16.
He, and the other disciples, saw how God works first-hand! Their humble dependence caused a confidence that couldn't be denied! God's Word isn't a fairytale or "once upon a time"...it's forever settled in Heaven!!
Next time you doubt whether or not God is dependable, just search the Scriptures...especially these chapters! We don't lose anything by giving it all to Jesus...we gain true freedom because we can be settled and sure of Who He is & what He can (and will) do!
written by
Gina Pietrzak
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