He Is Able

Week 3- Day1

As we pray for the many needs around us, for protection, for revival (even of our own hearts), ‘let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith’ (Hebrews 12:1,2). 

      He is ABLE....and He works the impossible. And as He lives and moves in and through you, you are able to do the impossible without shrinking back in fear.

Do not fear, even 'though the mountains slip into the heart of the sea' (Psalm 46:1). In other words no matter what, you need not fear, for He is with you. He holds you, cares for you, and is your great support. You are not, and never will be, forsaken. 

He is able, even in the midst of ‘impossibilities’. Do not be overcome by any bad report to the point of despondency or paralyzing fear. 

Regarding the promise of an heir, Abraham contemplated the true situation (that his body was as good as dead) without becoming weak in faith. In the same way, hear the report, consider the truth of the reality, but be fully assured that God can and will do what He has said He will do. "With respect to the promise of God, he (Abraham) did not waver in unbelief but grew strong in faith, giving glory to God, and being fully assured that what God had promised, He was able also to perform" (Rom 4:17-22).

Take courage; take as He gives.

He has gone before you and has known for ages past all that you are currently walking through, and He has never been 'worried' by it or 'afraid' for you. Therefore because His Spirit lives within you, calm and confident, omniscient and seeing your current situation from the foundation of the world, you can live calm and confident and 'worry free' this day.  

May faith speak ‘move’ to your feet.

Lord, increase our faith.

-What needs to be laid aside so that you can run unencumbered?

-Is there currently something that tempts you to shrink back in fear at the thought of stepping out in obedience to? Press in and trust Him.

-Review His promises. What does He want you to take Him up on in belief and action today?

-What peace does it bring to your life to think about the fact that God has known about all that is currently going on in this world (and in your personal life and with family and friends) since the foundation of the world and has not been wringing His hands in dreaded anticipation over it? And therefore, you are able to keep that calm confidence as His Spirit lives within you.

(This is part of a 6 week prayer strategy series. To return to 'watch the ramparts' homepage: click here).