Not By My Strength

Not By My Strength

“The king is not saved by his great army; a warrior is not delivered by his great strength. The war horse is a false hope for salvation, and by its great might it cannot rescue.”

‭‭Psalm‬ ‭33:16-17‬ ‭ESV‬‬ https://www.bible.com/59/psa.33.16-17.esv

Fear is such a strong feeling in our lives. We rely on so many things for our well being and safety. Our confidence in finances, jobs, family and friends, even our weapons are a false security. In the preceding verses, God’s word makes it clear that the things we depend on provide no escape. The key to winning your battles is not to rely on your own strength, but trust God. 

God is Watching

Watch this: God’s eye is on those who respect Him, the ones who are looking for His love. He’s ready to come to their rescue in bad times; in lean times He keeps body and soul together.”

‭‭Psalm‬ ‭33:18-19‬ ‭MSG‬‬  https://www.bible.com/97/psa.33.18-19.msg

God  is watching those who fear Him. It is similar to a young child that wants to earn the respect of a parent by obeying. God is waiting to rescue us. We need to respect Him and seek His love. 

He is Our Only Hope

Our soul waits for the LORD; He is our help and our shield. For our heart shall rejoice in Him, Because we have trusted in His holy name. Let Your mercy, O LORD, be upon us, Just as we hope in You.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭33:20-22‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ https://www.bible.com/114/psa.33.20-22.nkjv

Are you trusting in Him? He is our only hope in every circumstance. Find joy in the Lord. Allow His faithful love to ‘rest’ on you. Put your hope in the Lord. 

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Paula Wallace

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About Paula Wallace

A child of God, wife, mother and grandmother of 6 precious children. I love art, nature and treasure my dear friends. Through the valleys and mountaintops, God led me to His saving grace at the age of 32. Since then the valleys and mountaintops have proven His love to me. I am learning to trust Him in all things. My prayer is that you, too, accept Jesus as Lord and Savior and trust Him. The Bible verse that I lean on mostly is Proverbs 3: 5-6 “ Trust in the Lord with all your heart. And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your path.”NKJV Paula Wallace

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