Unconditional Love

For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. – John 3:16

You are often admonished to know what you believe in. You may believe in hard work, stewardship, and integrity. Or maybe you believe in talent, fate, or luck. Knowing what you believe can help guide your path in life. But a question can be posed. In whom do you believe?
From early in life you are encouraged to believe in yourself. “Trust your instincts and appreciate your gifts,” you have been told. You may have been reared to stand on your own two feet in independence. Self-awareness, capability, and confidence are indeed desirable qualities in a person. However, trusting in your own abilities or potential will sustain you temporarily with partial effectiveness. It is not enough to have faith in yourself alone.
Faith in God is not based on ability, work ethic, or achievement. It is an expression of trust that God in His sovereignty will enable you to succeed. John 3:16 explains that when you believe in Him, you will have not only temporary benefits, but God’s eternal life-giving power. He is the source of all knowledge, power, and life. In the daily challenges of life, you can trust God will empower you to overcome your problems. When you find yourself feeling powerless against problems in you life, realize that your capability comes not from your own skill, but from the One who created you and sustains you. Trust in His ability instead of your own and understand you have access to His power. Philippians 4:13 says, “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.”

Challenge:
Think of those areas in your life in which you are trusting in God alone to provide an answer or direction. Now, pray in faith and believe that He is the source of provision.