These questions really cause me to examine how much do I really trust and depend on the Lord. It is so easy to handle life's challenges with our own ingenuity, strength, or abilities. Matter of fact, I know at times that I operate in this manner. I rely on my organizational skills, or my musical talents etc. to get results with out FIRST acknowledging or consulting God for direction and strategy.
In Joshua 24:21, the people said to Joshua, "We will serve the Lord!" This statement was made after Joshua stressed the importance of making a commitment to serve God wholeheartedly, especially after all the miraculous things God did for them. Joshua wasn't asking them to make a conditional commitment. i.e. "Lord I will trust you wholeheartedly with my health, but when it comes to my finances, I'll take care of that." Joshua stressed the importance of making a decision/commitment prior to any life challenges, and keeping that commitment when presented with opportunities to rely and trust in something or someone else.
Today I declare "Lord I trust you with everything. I can do nothing without you. It is you that gives me the ability to do ANYTHING!" Lord I ask you to reveal the areas in my life where I am not relying on you. Also, forgive me for not trusting you to handle every aspect of my life, especially after you have proven yourself faithful and reliable time and time again. It is my desire to grow to this level of trust Lord. I don't want to be guilty of the sin of unbelief because as you illustrate in Matthew 13:58, you could not do many mighty works in the lives of the people. Lord, I don't want my unbelief in your ability to handle every aspect of my life to hinder your leading and involvement in my life. Lord, I surrender everything today. Amen.
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