“I can do everything through him who gives me strength.” — Philippians 4:13
“But it’s too hard!” The Bible never said being a follower of Christ is easy. What it does say, though, is that we have power from God to lead a Christ-honoring life. Oft miscited as inspiration to achieve personal desires, Philippians 4:13 is actually the key to honoring God’s desires. By His strength, we can — love the unlovable; respond to meanness with kindness; abandon sinfulness for godliness; live a life surrendered to Christ. Philippians 4:13 reminds us that we have a reasonable God; He issues no command that is impossible to follow.
Good thoughts!