You Don't Have To Do It Alone

 

DAILY VITAMIN

- You Don't Have To Do It Alone

"I know that [the determination of] the way of a man is not in himself; it is not in man [even in a strong man or in a man at his best] to direct his [own] steps." (Jeremiah 10:23 AMP)

The Bible tells us that man plans, but the end result of that plan still lies in God's hand. With this we can easily appreciate the sovereignty of God. Hannah understood this, thus she said of him: He raise one up and brings another down. So even when a man shines so bright, it is not enturely of his doing, for by strength shall no man prevail (1 Samuel 2:9). Everything we are and can be is largely dependent on God's making. The theme verse tells us that, therefore even those brilliant ideas we think we cook up are a product of God's doing.

In Biblical times, those who understood this fully always succeeded. Because through this knowing, they clung fast to the giver and not just the gift, realizing that he who has the giver has the gift in abundance. David practised this, and through learning he confessed "For they got not the land in possession by their own sword, neither did their own arm save them: but your right hand....because You had a favor to them." (Psalm 44:3). He knew the role God plays in our lives, and so said "The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want" (Psalm 23:1). 

God is still the shepherd of our lives. And until you understand and accept this, you are always going to struggle trying to do it on your own. But you weren't created to do it all your own, you were made to do it on your own-- yes, but with God's help.

In the same vein, like David, you have to understand who God really is. Perhaps you don't, because if you did, you'd never doubt Him again. You see, faith comes from understanding; same as loyalty, patience, etc. These virtues come from fully understanding the extremity of the God you serve. A kid who knows his brothers are the toughest guys in town will never fret before a bully. Similarly, your God is the toughest person there is; no devil should scare you. In fact, the scripture says the devils believe this and tremble because of Him (James 2:19). So, understand who you serve.

In so doing, don't boast regardless of all you achieve. Know first that it is His doing. Jeremiah 9 says that our boasting should be of Him, and not in our strength or wealth (v. 24). He directs our path, and when we trust Him, He brings us to a place of peace. And similarly, when things get rough, don't be too proud to ask Him for help. He wants to help you, and promises too. You are not alone. Trust Him. Trust Him who has the power to do and undo all things. And when you do, you're assured of peace (Isaiah 26:3). 

As such, I declare peace into your life. Because you believe that He is and is a rewarder of those who trust Him, your life takes a new leaf today. From sorrow to joy. From lack to abundance. And it shall be said of you: See what the Lord has done. Amen.