Preparing for Power Part 4Sample

Risking it all may be lonely

Elijah felt he stood alone against 850 prophets of Baal and Asherah. He thought he was all alone, but he wasn’t. He had God on his side, and God was all he needed. Jesus told us in Matthew 7 that going all-in with God puts us in the minority. Even if we’re in the minority, though, we are never alone. God can even use our weakness or our feelings of being alone to get more glory–when He wins the victory in our lives, we know that victory came only through his power, and He gets all the praise.

It’s interesting, though, to note in 1 Kings 19:18 that God tells Elijah there are, 7000 people in Israel who did not bow to serve Baal. Elijah had far more company in serving God than he realized! And that is often the case for us, too. Telling us we are all alone can be one of Satan’s favorite lies.

Ask Yourself:

-What are some ways going all in for God will put you in the minority?

-What are the benefits that will come when you stay faithful to God, even when it sets you apart?

Pause to Pray: God, help me to know that I am never alone when I surrender to You. Help me stay focused on your promise that You will never leave me, and let me find other believers who will share my life and support me. Amen.

Take a Next Step: Reach out to another Christ-follower today with a phone call, text, or email to encourage him/her so they know they are not alone. If you are not already part of a church or a small group of believers, take a first step today to join a group, either online or in-person.