Posted on 04/18/2015 7:03:26 AM PDT by Resettozero
How do you respond to challenges that seem beyond your capabilities? Some people feel overwhelmed with a sense of inadequacy, and therefore give up and walk away from the situation. Others approach the undertaking with confidence in themselves and their own abilities. For believers, neither one is the appropriate response—one exhibits a lack of trust in God, and the other displays pride. The apostle Paul described the right approach in 2 Corinthians 3:4-5. Our confidence is not in ourselves, but in Christ. There’s nothing within us that makes us competent for the opportunities God gives us. He alone is the source of our adequacy.
There is a good side to feelings of inadequacy if we understand the benefits and respond the right way.
Inadequacy drives us to God. It relieves us of the burden of trying to do God’s will in our own strength. We are forced to depend upon the Spirit of God. It provides the Lord the opportunity to demonstrate what He can do with a little. It frees God to use us to the maximum of our potential. Our inadequacies allow God to receive all the glory. It enables us to live in contentment and quietness.
Whatever drives us to God is good. When we draw near to Him and look at our inadequacy in light of His greatness, our relationship with Him deepens, we gain greater understanding of Him, our faith increases, and our fearful emotions subside. The Lord can take whatever abilities, talents, or gifts we have and do amazing things when we offer him a surrendered life.
Key Passage: 2 Corinthians 3:1-5
Supporting Scriptures: Psalms 46:1, 46:10 | Matthew 6:9 | Luke 24:49 | John 14:16-18, 14:27 | Acts 1:8 | Ephesians 1:13 | Philippians 4:13
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