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Philippians 4:13
"I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me."

This season leading up to Easter we are studying the cross and it's profound effect on our world. This last week we looked at the GREAT example Joseph provides for us. His example of growing closer to GOD in times of difficulty. When we are in similar situations we can be like Joseph; wait and pray, don't make rash decisions. 

Yesterday we read in Apostle Paul's first letter to the Thessalonians, chapter two, verses eleven and twelve where we are reminded; it's ALL GOD'S work. It's not mine. It's not yours. It's not even Paul's or Joseph's. It's GOD who has called us and gives us His gift of FAITH!!! We can only strive to be "worthy."

Today we turn to the Apostle Paul's letter to the Philippians, chapter four, verse thirteen; "I CAN DO all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." We spend a lot of time and energy when we are growing up learning to do things ourselves. When we are learning to put our shoes on we will inevitably put them on the wrong feet! We learn from our mistakes. As we are able to do more and more things we become independent. With time we develop our own preferences and become proficient at making our own decisions. Amazingly, God allows us to have the freedom to choose. God let's us "DO!" That's worth contemplation. 

God let's us "do all things..." God has provided us with the Law and the Gospel. God has a plan for us and yet He permits us to "do all things..." He allows us to put our shoes on the wrong feet! He let's us learn from our mistakes...

The good parts of these daily devotionals are inspired by the sermon at Holy Ghost Lutheran Church in Fredericksburg Texas. You can watch it by following this link... https://youtu.be/OZdx9Yzk86k
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