Where do we get power?

2 Corinthians 10:4 For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds.

We have no power in our own flesh. We are WEAK! I have good news though. We have three sources for great power. It takes all three to get the power needed to defeat the devils tactics! So let’s take a look at them.

1. Holy Spirt/God-If we are not saved and have the Holy Spirit inside us to guide us and give us strength we are as weak as a baby! Fortunately, we can have the Holy Spirit living inside of us by following Jesus as Lord and Savior of our life. Get the power of God!

Acts 1:8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”

2. Bible/sword- The Word of God is powerful! It not only convicts us but convicts others of sin. It also encourages us and gives us strength from day to day to follow Jesus in obedience. Daily get in the Word of God and draw from it’s power!

Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.

3. Prayer-One on one communication with God. Oh how many times have we drawn from this key component of our faith. Praise God for the power of prayer and His love for us in that He allows us the privilege to talk to Him!

Philippians 4:6-7 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

James 5:16 Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working.

Don’t pray when you feel like it. Have an appointment with the Lord and keep it. A man is powerful on his knees. ~ Corrie Ten Boom

Use all the power we have in Christ Jesus for the glory of God!

Tom