The power we find in Jesus.

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Jesus has promised that after him he would send the Holy Spirit and that he would be the power in us; let us remember that it depends on our decision.

Therefore, I ask that you not be discouraged because of my afflictions for you, which are your glory.
The Love That Surpasses Knowledge
14 For this reason I bow my knees before the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, 15 from whom the whole family in heaven and on earth derives its name, 16 that he may grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in the inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, that you, being rooted and grounded in love, 18 may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the width and length and depth and height, 19 and to know the love of Christ, which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.

Ephesians 3:13-19

The Apostle Paul left us some writings about the need to trust in the power of Jesus Christ. He left us a written promise that the Lord had said: "My grace is sufficient for you."

9 And he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me."

2 Corinthians 12:9

Paul, although a great leader and example of faith, in God's eyes was more deserving of God's grace than any of us. We can experience the same confidence in God's power, just as the Apostle Paul expressed it. When Paul decided to trust in the Lord by receiving Jesus Christ as his only and sufficient Savior, he was immediately accepted as a child of God. His sins were forgiven, and he was empowered by the Holy Spirit so he could begin his work in the service of the Lord.

15 But when it pleased God, who separated me from my mother's womb and called me by his grace,

Galatians 1:15

Let us recall that moment or period of time when Paul was in prison. To help him endure that time, the Holy Spirit gave him mental and physical strength. And at the same time, He placed in his heart the fervent desire of each believer to attend to the apostle's needs.

18 But I have received all, and abound; I am filled, having received from Epaphroditus what you sent—a fragrant aroma, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God.

Philippians 4:18

Let us recall the moment when the Holy Spirit filled the apostle with courage to speak about Jesus to the Roman guards. Paul trusted God completely and thus found the strength he needed. As a result, he always used his faith. Like the apostle, we too serve the same almighty God. This exposes us and leaves us without excuse before God. Thus, we must accept His plan and live a life that expresses the Lord's love and power.