God's Power Works Through Human Weakness

Human weakness does not prevent God from working; His power can be manifested through those who recognize their dependence upon Him.

Topics

God's strength is manifested through human weakness as believers depend upon His grace and power.

• Paul openly acknowledged that he came in weakness, fear, and much trembling.
• Human weakness does not mean that God cannot work through a believer.
• God's power is not dependent upon human strength or ability.
• Paul learned to glory in his weaknesses because they provided an opportunity for the power of Christ to be manifested.
• Recognizing weakness can lead a believer to depend more fully upon God's grace and power.

• Do not allow your weaknesses to convince you that God cannot use you.
• Bring your limitations honestly before God rather than trying to depend entirely upon your own strength.
• Depend upon God's grace when you recognize that your own ability is insufficient.
• Let weakness lead you toward greater dependence upon Christ rather than discouragement.
• Serve faithfully with what God has given you, trusting His power rather than your own ability.