“…may he equip you with all you need for doing his will. May he produce in you, through the power of Jesus Christ, every good thing that is pleasing to him. All glory to him forever and ever! Amen. Hebrews‬ ‭13‬:‭21‬

We like to be in control. Adam and Eve chose the fruit so they could be like God (control). Throughout history mankind has sought to be in control through politics, financial gain, racial and gender identity and docile influence.


Jesus has a different way. He provides the power. He provides the strength. But in order to access His great power he asks for control.

We like to think we can control our health, our relationships, even the climate and environment. Yet His Word makes it clear all life is under His control.

It’s His power not mine. He does the equipping not me. He is in control not science. He gives true comfort not the fickle comfort of culture.

When we give up control we see His glory not mine. And when He is glorified we find value and power.

One more strange dichotomy of the Christian life: to gain power and value give up control to Jesus.