Divine Power Bar
By Elin Henderson
“…for it is God, who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure.”
Philippians 2:13
By Elin Henderson
“…for it is God, who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure.”
Philippians 2:13
Okay, who of us doesn’t feel like we need a little more energy? Our batteries run out of power before we manage to get halfway through our “to-do” list for the day. We try all sorts of strategies to energize ourselves including exercise, food, rest, caffeine, vacations and more!
Interestingly, Scripture speaks of another source, which is a lot more powerful then a mere power bar. According to Warren Wiersbe in his Commentary of Philippians, our English word “energy” comes from the word translated “works” in this particular verse. (1) An amplified version adds, “energizing and creating in you the power and desire.” That same energy force that empowered Christ during His time here on earth is at our disposal, too. It is like a “Divine Power Bar” available 24/7 in the form of the indwelling Holy Spirit.
Now, what does this mean? Will we instantly have energy galore and be able to run from sun up to sun down? I don’t think that is what Paul was referring to…spiritual energy does not always walk hand-in-hand with physical energy. After all, it is Paul who reminds us of the paradox that when we are weak, then we are strong because of God. When we realize that in ourselves we have no real strength and we allow His power to work in us, we will have the energy to complete His will, His tasks! He custom makes the plans He has for us for each day, and then proceeds to give us all that we need to complete them.
So, how is your energy level these days? Are you partaking of your “Divine Power Bar”…are you depending on the person of the Holy Spirit…or trying to slug it out on your own? May we each find our power and energy in the only true Source of strength for the day’s challenges!
GOING DEEPER:
1. What steps can you take to receive enough of God’s “Divine Power Bar” for your tasks today?
FURTHER READING:
Acts 1:8; Romans 15:13
(1) Wiersbe, Warren B. The Bible Expository Commentary: Volume 2. Cook Communications, Colorado Springs, Colorado. p 78.
Oakwood’s missionaries Elin Henderson and her husband Phil serve as church planters with New Tribes in Mozambique, Africa. Elin is mother to nine-year-old Callie and seven-year-old Elias.
