Philippians 4:13 – I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

* The verse starting with “I” is empowering ME with capabilities that I would not ordinarily have on my own.

* I had to stop for a moment this afternoon when I was feeling overwhelmed at work and remind myself that everything I “need” to accomplish, I can do through Christ. So I need to stop more frequently throughout the day to ensure my efforts are being done through Him – and ask myself – am I do everything as He would have me to do?

* Do I believe I can do ALL things through him? If my answer to this is not “yes” then I am putting limitations on God’s power. When I start having this doubt, I need to stop and make a list of the extensive list of things I could not have accomplished without God’s help to remind me that His power is without limits.

* HE strengthens me! When I am feeling worn, stressed or overwhelmed – am I stopping to ask for strength? Am I trusting and believing that He can strengthen me?

* I need to always be emotionally connected to Christ so that I can continue to be strengthened by Him. If I neglect my relationship with Him, I may forget that He is my source of strength. If I keep in constant contact with Him throughout the day, I will be in a much better position to maintain the strength I need throughout each day.

I am so very grateful that I don’t have to obtain strength on my own. I am blessed to have a God that always gives me exactly the strength I need!