Everything Needed

Five times today I sat down to write this blog and five times the power has gone off. Blogging from home requires power.

The refrigerator stopped working today, even when the power was on. It needs something. So do I, where did that old cooler get to anyway?

The dandy lions are reaching for the sky and the lawnmower will not start today. It does not have everything it needs (I think the gas pump has stopped working).

I have been given a bike to ride in the Habitat for Humanity ride in May. Helmet and riding pants have been purchased, yes, the skin tight padded seat kind (don’t worry mom, I’ll be decent and wear something over them). But I still do not have everything I need for the ride; enough practice miles on the bike, riding jersey and possibly rider’s gloves. Judy said it would just be easier to make a donation to Habitat and forget the rest. Hmm…smart woman!

Not having everything we need is frustrating. Ever feel like you cannot live the Christian life? Guess what, you are right! The Christian life was never meant to be lived in our strength. That only leads to frustration. The Christian life was meant to be lived in God’s provision.

I have incredibly good news for you from 2 Peter 1:3, “His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness.” Be encouraged! God has already made available to you and me everything needed to live for Him. Let’s do it!