For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him. – Philippians 2:13
The post “Power of the Spirit” pointed out that Paul prayed for the Spirit of wisdom and revelation for the Christians at Ephesus. He prayed that they would be enlightened to the unseen, the eternal, and the supernatural.
The lyrics to music is poetry that crystalizes thoughts to inspire, bring back memories, and give hope for a future. Here is the song Same Power by Jeremy Camp that reminds us that available to all is the same power that rose Jesus from the grave. The same power that helps us handle the resistance of society and makes us brave. The same power that calms a ragging sea and helps us be all we can be.
This photo was taken at our family farm. My sister and brother-in-law are showing their grandchild how to fly a kite. The resistance of the wind makes a kite fly and for a society to get to a higher level of enlightenment, it must have the courage to resist what is wrong even when the multitude has no desire to get above what corrupts.
The early Christians faced resistance within their society but God’s plan implemented by Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit gave them the strength to endure, the patience to wait, the energy to outlast any struggle, and the power to step ahead to victory.
This day with God, we set out to take in the Word of God and receive the power from the Holy Spirit. Reading in Ephesians 1:15-23, Paul prayed for the Spirit of wisdom and revelation for the Christians at Ephesus. He prayed that they would be enlightened to the unseen, the eternal, and the supernatural.
This day with God, let us take on the resistance we face with the Spirit of understanding, the desire to take action, and by accepting the power that produces results. That we incorporate these not only into our life but also into the life of our family and friends. We all face resistance that causes fear but if we choose God’s plan for us, a great power is present which is greater than our hopes and dreams can even imagine.
Let us maintain hope because within us all is immeasurable power. Be confident because the same power that raised Christ from death is available to us too so let us boldly step ahead, persevere, and be raised to a higher level of enlightenment.
Lord, we set out each day to understand Your Word and to receive the power of the Spirit through the riches of Your grace received because of Your plan implemented by Jesus. It’s the same power that rose Jesus from the grave. The same power that helps us handle the resistance of society and makes us brave. The same power that calms a ragging sea and helps us be all we can be. Thanks for that power as we go up against any resistance we face today. In Jesus name … Amen.
Be encouraged by this poem today. Fear can be overcome as we focus on the unlimited power to calm the storms. With Christ by our side, fears can subside because we have faith to take swift action with courage to make it through the storms.
But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. – James 1:22
Let us follow the Way together like pointed out in “Unity in the Plan”. God’s plan for us which was implemented by Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit give us the courage to step out in victory, the strength to endure, the patience to wait, and the energy to outlast any struggle.
As the words of the song “Do Something by Matthew West“ says, the world is down but it can be turned around. If not now … then when? Let us see an end by having a desire and getting on fire to be doers of the word.
God the Father can help plan out each day and set things up so we can go places that we once only dreamed about. As we read today in Ephesians 1:1-14, seek to grow rich in grace through Christ the Son as we take in the treasure of God’s Word. Then share the wealth with others as we gain unity in the plan.
With the benefits which have been provided by Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, we gain the courage to step out in victory, the strength to endure, the patience to wait, and the energy to outlast any struggle. The focal point of God’s plan for all history is to bring unity to all things in heaven and on earth under Christ (v. 10).
Express today the unity that is in Christ by helping others. David was surrounded by his mighty men and Jesus had the twelve disciples. Paul had his companions and today my friend, there are those around you that can share the burden. You have a place in this world where God wants you to be.
There are also things God wants you to do and you are the only one that God has designed to fulfill this need in the world so don’t get down if life seems useless, tiresome, dull or insignificant. Remain faithful because life is designed for eternity. Get to know God even more, strive to be like Christ, and share about God’s Plan for Us.
This day with God, we know there is a purpose designed for each of us. We strive to be like Christ, we receive power in the Holy Spirit, and we express unity as one in Christ. We all can benefit each other towards Your plan. Amen.
This Day With God - A Spiritual Journey 
