You Are a Canvas

What is weakness? I looked up a couple of definitions online, and one said "the state or condition of lacking strength." And this is weakness, in the literal sense. Most people look at their weakness or flaws as a defect, something that needs to be removed or fixed. Perhaps you have wondered, "How could God use someone like me?" Maybe you feel an in-ability because of lack of education, or spiritual gifts. But here's where this "weakness" becomes a beautiful thing.

God doesn't look at you any different, in fact he sees you in your fullest potential.  “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. (2 Corinthians 12:9) We are called to be humble, and magnify the glory of Christ. We must humbly admit that we are broken sinners, and in need of a Savior. Instead of worrying that you are not good at something, pray instead, “Lord use me.” Oswald Chambers said it best: “Tell God you are ready to be offered and God will prove Himself to be all you dreamed He would be.”

Christ’s strength is made perfect in your weakness because you will realize that the glory goes ALL to him, and not man. I leave you with one last quote. “Our weakness is a vessel for His power and our flaws a canvas for his grace.” (Author unknown.)