The Strength of His Might

Scripture: Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Ephesians 6:10

Observation: Paul writes to people well versed in spiritual battles and supernatural opponents. He concludes his letter with a call to be string in the Lord. The strength they will need to withstand attack is not human. The strongest Christian lacks the strength to defeat the schemes of the devil. But the weakest believer has access to the strength of God’s might.

Application: There continues to be battles I face in the strength of my might. I prepare by rehearsing, or steeling myself to be strong. But I don’t rely on his strength. A simple pause and plea—“God, I need your strength to face this conversation”—would be better than being strong. I see two areas where God is calling me to stand in his strength.

Prayer: God, forgive me for foolishly thinking I have the strength. Thanks for the strength of your might. Help me pause and rely on you throughout this day.