For though we live in the world we are not carrying on a worldly war,
for the weapons of our warfare are not worldly but have divine power to destroy
strongholds. (II Corinthians 10:3,4 RSV)
Bridges are designed to bear, not only their own weight, but
the traffic they are intended to carry.
Engineers are especially concerned about the tensile strength of the
material in their construction. Tensile strength is the maximum amount of
stretching a material can withstand before tearing. If miscalculated, the
structure can collapse under pressure.
Our brilliant engineers are doing an excellent job as we
look at the magnificent bridges spanning over large valleys and rivers. But
what happens if an earthquake, tornado, or a hurricane occurs? The bridge will
tumble down.
When depression overshadowed me, a loved one betrayed me, or
finances overburdened me , I surrendered them to Him. He designed me to withstand pressure by
relying on His strength. Jesus said, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my
power is made perfect in weakness.” So,
like Paul “I will boast of my weaknesses,
that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”(II Cor. 12:9 RSV). I not only
survived, I experienced the blessed power of the Lord, and I’m here to say
Jesus saved me and He will save you.
When my tensile strength is stretched beyond breaking point,
I don’t fall. I have a “Bridge over troubled waters.” When I come to the end of
my rope, I cling to His hem.
Thank You, Lord, you
are my Living Hope, and nothing is impossible for you. Forgive me for ever
doubting Your saving power. Amen
© 2014 Lois Gosley
1 comment:
Lois, your devotional was very well written. I am very proud of you and your achievements. Keep up the good work, for God's glory.
E. Bonnie
Post a Comment