His Strength

Have you ever watched a dog chase a car?  Better yet, have you ever seen a dog catch a car?  No, I haven't either.

 

Contrary to worldly logic, God sees weakness as great strength.  From strong leaders to strong paper products, strength is usually is a legitimate qualifier. Why then does Paul admit in 2 Corinthians 12:9, "For my strength is made perfect in weakness."?  Many a well-intended Christian pollutes the spiritual strength for battle by admitting "God and I got this."  Spurgeon says, "God will not go forth with that man who marches in his own strength."  Only when we've admitted to no power at all are we filled with All-Power, God’s Strength.  Paul understood only when he was empty of self-mustered strength – weak – was he prepared for and equipped with God's Strength.  Perhaps the dog is convinced he can take the car, like we're certain we can fight our battles on our own – both are wrong!  Victory comes in Christ alone -- His Strength, His Time, His Way.  Just give it up … and win!