by Doris Ruppert
Romans 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes…
Have you ever felt like you had no more strength? Did your world seem to be crashing in all around you? Sure you have and so have I. During these times I turn to the only true power—God. I do this through saturating myself in God’s Word. I read it, memorize it, pray it, claim it, write it down in my journal and even pin it close to my heart. The Word of God is rich. It contains the power I need to overcome and to be victorious in this life and in the life to come.
In particular, I remember a time in my life when I felt gripped with fear because of a situation. God laid upon my heart the Bible verse, found in 2 Timothy 1:7, “For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and self-discipline.” I filled my mind and heart with this verse so that each time I felt this fear creeping upon me I could know that it was not from God and that through Jesus I could overcome.
The Word of God is alive and powerful. It even has the power to bring salvation. In the calm and in the storms of life remember to keep your tank filled to the brim with God’s Word and then you will have all the power you need.
Prayer: Lord, help me to soak Your Word in every pore of life. May I always turn to Your Word for the power I need instead of seeking any other source. Thank You for your faithfulness and strength. Amen
Dear Mrs. Ruppert:
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing. You are such a God-fearing woman, a truly great example for the rest of us.
Your prayer says volumes: ...May I always turn to Your Word for the power I need instead of seeking any other source...
So often, I fail to remember to solely rely on God's Word. I have to admit that for many years I have tried several different things to ease my pain and suffering. Some, I suppose, could be considered Christian resources, however, some are certainly worldly. Your devotion is a good reminder for me to keep reading my Bible, it is the ultimate self-help book.
Mrs. Ruppert,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing with us today. It is so true that Scripture has power for us in ANY situation if we would just claim that power. God help us to trust in you and seek the power you have given to us for living.
this is a truly powerful reminder....thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThanks,Mom,for reminding us that God's Word is powerful and mighty.Just think the same power that God used to speak the world into exsistence is contained in the words of the Bible.God's word is ALIVE and able to transform lives...my life.
ReplyDeleteGod's Word is Powerful,Mighty, and Gentle as a whisper. His Word continues to amaze bless and heal.Thank You,Mrs. Rupprt for reminding us again, the Truth and Dignity of the Scripture.
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