Philippians 4:13. I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
Are you facing limitations in life? Hold on to the blood covenant of Jesus Christ, which has set you free from everything that has been imprinted within you. When God’s Word moves your heart, you can overcome the enemy by the word of your testimony (Revelation 12:11).
Are you feeling powerless? Receive the power that comes from above. On the day of Pentecost, just as Jesus had promised, the power of the Holy Spirit came like a mighty wind and tongues of fire (Acts 2:1–5). Ordinary people became extraordinary when they were touched by the power of God.
This world is full of lies, offering false hope, fleeting happiness, and temporary success. But when you come to know the power of the name of Jesus, you’ll see that its influence knows no bounds.
The name of Jesus transforms individuals, ideologies, and even nations. When you understand and proclaim His name, the mighty works of God will unfold wherever He sends you. The evidence of the gospel will spread like wildfire, eventually reaching every nation.
So, what is the true source of our strength? It is found in an intimate, living, and personal relationship with God. For David, this relationship was his source of strength: “The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation. He is my stronghold, my refuge and my savior—from violent people you save me” (2 Samuel 22:2–3). The wisdom of God was the foundation of his leadership as king.
The central focus of Paul’s life was also his continual, personal fellowship with God through prayer: “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests” (Ephesians 6:18).
His ministry of the gospel was rooted in prayer: “God, whom I serve in my spirit in preaching the gospel of his Son, is my witness how constantly I remember you in my prayers at all times” (Romans 1:9–10). God is searching for those who will place Him first and delight in Him more than anything else.
But how do we enjoy fellowship with God? Through His Word (John 1:1). When we meditate on the Word, we are renewed—spirit, soul, heart, mind, and body. This was David’s secret: “Oh, how I love your law! I meditate on it all day long” (Psalm 119:97).
For Joshua, receiving, remembering, and meditating on the Word was of utmost importance: “Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful” (Joshua 1:8).
Believers who do not meditate on the Word inevitably live powerless lives, because it is through the Word that our hearts are strengthened, our minds renewed, and our spirits sustained. The Word of God is not merely information—it is life itself. As Psalm 119:25 says, “Preserve my life according to your word.” Without the Word, we lack the spiritual vitality needed to overcome trials, discern God’s will, and walk in His power.
You have been given the most powerful name of all—“the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth” (Philippians 2:9–10).
Acknowledge the absolute power of Jesus in your life. Make Him the Lord of your life. Submit to Him and to His plans. Every door will open when you realize that the mystery of God and His power is hidden in the name of Jesus.
God wants you to experience His power—power that the world cannot understand. When God opens doors in your life, no one can shut them. That is why you can always rejoice, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:16–18).
Prayer. Father, You are my true source of strength. Your Word is all I need. Lead me by Your Spirit all the days of my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.