God Does The Impossible
When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the Lord appeared to him and said, “I am God Almighty; walk before me faithfully and . . . I will . . . greatly increase your numbers.” Genesis 17:1-2
Often when God wants to do something big, He starts with something small. Such was the case with Abraham and Sarai. God took an elderly, childless couple and made them fruitful beyond belief. What seems impossible to human beings is very possible with God.
It had been 24 years since God first promised Abraham that he would become the father of a great nation. Several times through those years God reaffirmed His promise and even ceremonially sealed it. Still, Abraham and Sarai were without children. In Genesis 17 God affirmed this promise again by revealing his special name El Shaddai, meaning “God Almighty.” Then he changed Abram’s name to Abraham, meaning “father of many,” and spelled out further details of His plan. God also changed Sarai’s name to Sarah, meaning “princess”. Even though the promise had yet to be fulfilled, God offered reassurance to them.
Similarly, at times when it was difficult for us to believe His promises, God sends reassurances. Bible verses, songs, encouraging notes, and prayers help to reassure us that God is still at work—even if circumstances have not yet changed. Whatever you are trusting God for, draw strength from the encouragements He gives along the way.
God Almighty, You know how we struggle to be faithful. Reassure us of Your presence and power, reminding us that nothing is impossible with You. Amen.
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