In the places we are weak, Jesus is strong. When we admit our weaknesses and turn them over to Him, He can use them to demonstrate His power ... to us and to others. II Corinthians 12:9 makes that plain: "And He has said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness.' Most gladly therefore, I will rather boast about my weakness, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me." It's not our power that overcomes our weaknesses but God's power.
We have nothing to be afraid of; nothing to be ashamed of; nothing to hide. God can turn our weaknesses into strengths.
We are but empty jars of clay. It is the master who can make use of us. II Corinthians 4:6-7 tells us: "For God, who said, 'Light shall shine out of darkness,' is the One who has shone in our hearts to give the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ. But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, so that the surpassing greatness of the power will be of God and not from ourselves."
Think of a piece of cloth. Hold it up to the light. It is where the cloth is most worn and weak that the light shines through the brightest. In a like manner, God's light shines through our weak spots onto others. They can see God at work in our lives and are blessed by our worn spots.
God can use our quiet, humble spirit more than our prideful, boastful self. I Peter points out: "but let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the imperishable quality of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in the sight of God." We are more valuable and more useful when we admit our faults and seek His power.
His spirit of power and His presence go with us through our day. Take heart from Deuteronomy 31:6: "Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the Lord your God is the one who goes with you. He will not fail you or forsake you."
Take a chance today. Instead of trying to cover up your weaknesses, expose them to the Light of God's love. Let Jesus' light shine through your weakness.
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