
Text: Joshua 14:11 (KJV)
As yet I am as strong this day as I was in the day that Moses sent me: as my strength was then, even so is my strength now, for war, both to go out, and to come in.
NIV - I am still as strong today as the day Moses sent me out; I'm just as vigorous to go out to battle now as I was then
Friends, Caleb, who was 85 years old when he said forty-five years earlier, he had been one of the twelve spies sent to explore Canaan. While most of the spies discouraged Israel, Caleb trusted God's promise. After decades of wandering in the wilderness, he reminded Joshua that God had preserved his strength and fulfilled His promise. So, Caleb testified of God's faithfulness as credits to God for keeping him alive and strong over the years. Also, his unwavering faith that was the source of his confidence that it was not just in his physical ability but in God's promise. Hence, he expresses his readiness to serve even in old age. You too can willingly yield to God as to face difficult battles rather than seek an easy life. And God is able to preserve our strength for the assignment ahead. Remember, God's strength never fails as His strength influences every area of our lives from inside and out. Isaiah 40:31 declares, " But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
Amazingly, whether you are in a season of waiting, serving, or overcoming challenges, God will supply the strength you need for the journey ahead only if we put our trust completely in Him. Yes, there should be no alternative with our father. 2 Corinthians 12:9 - "My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Therefore, let’s depend on Him daily, and He will renew your spirit, empower your walk, and enable you to accomplish His purpose in your life in Jesus name.
Prayer Point:
Oh Lord, renew my strength daily and empower me to fulfill Your purpose in every season of my life in Jesus' name.
Action Quote: Remember, those who depend on God's strength will never be defeated by life's seasons.