Power Available

Beneath the hood of a large truck is an engine that has been designed to deliver a lot of power when it is needed.

A motorcycle, a blender, a flashlight, or a clock on a wall all rely on a source of power to keep them operational. Without a source of power, many things will not function. The gospel is described in Romans 1:16 as “the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes,” while Hebrews 1:3 says that Jesus upholds “all things by the word of His power.” Eternal life depends upon God’s power working in every life that is surrendered to Him. Our own power is good for nothing.

Today, God’s power is made available to all in the Person of the Holy Spirit. Paul tells us that God will strengthen us with His might “through His Spirit in the inner man” (Ephesians 3:16). Having been told that the Holy Spirit is given to those who ask for the gift (Luke 11:13), we have heaven’s assurance that God is willing to give us exactly what we need so He can do all that needs to be done in our lives.

Far too many believers continue to labor under the mistaken impression that if they try harder, or do better, or struggle more bravely, spiritual breakthroughs will be experienced, and victories will be won.

There is something in the human psyche that is attracted to the idea of salvation by works. The truth is that as sinners yield to Jesus, His power will work in broken lives to bring not only the assurance of salvation but also transformation and re-creation. Without the power of God at work, a sinner cannot possibly experience victory or reflect the character of Jesus. But yielded to heaven’s power, any sinner may shine brightly to the glory of God. The power of God can achieve everything God wills to do.

The power of God makes all the difference.

Surrender to Jesus unleashes God’s power in your life.