Power source

POWER SOURCE

 

“Apart from me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5)

 

TO ENCOURAGE good behavior in the store, I promised my son a horse ride. He made it through with minimal correction, and we headed for the metal horse. Matthew hopped with excitement as he held my hand and I fished for fifty cents in my wallet. I put him up on the horse and inserted one quarter. He held on tight as I dropped the second quarter into the slot. We waited for a sudden jolt and the carnival music, but nothing happened. Then my ever-observant husband noticed what I hadn't. The horse was unplugged! No amount of money would make it work.

The same is true in our spiritual lives. If we aren't plugged in to Jesus—our power source—we can do nothing. It is only through His power and strength that we are able to accomplish anything for Him. I know that my days go much smoother when I take time to read the Bible and gain an eternal perspective. I often forget to invite the Holy Spirit to control my life. Then I wonder why I don't exhibit love, joy, peace, patience, and all those other qualities.

What about you? Are you plugged in to Jesus?

 

—Jennifer A. Mikesell