See What God Can Do

God gives us many promises in His Word. Sometimes we read them and simply feel good inside without testing them. But isn't it pointless for God to make a promise if we don't go to Him with the expectation that He'll follow through?

We may even disregard the promises of God altogether because we don't think God can follow through for us. But is there any situation that is too big for God? I don't think so. Sometimes the situation is just too big for the person who is asking. As humble as that may seem, it may actually be a sign of pride and it may be insulting to God- for someone to go to the Lord thinking, "Lord, I couldn't handle this... I don't think this can happen, so what can you do?" Or a more fearful request may involve something like, "Lord, if it is your will go ahead and do it... but if it isn't your will, I understand because I know its asking a lot... after all, it is for me..."

But let him ask in faith, doubting nothing. For he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, driven by the wind and tossed. For do not let that man think that he shall receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, not dependable in all his ways.

I do not mean to say we should never try to do anything for the Lord. When God commands, we should obey. However, if God says He'll do something then we have to trust that He'll do it. But its okay if you've struggled with that. You're not the only one. Even Abraham, the "father of faith" tried to do things on his own many times, doubting God. Just remember- through faith in God, we have access to many amazing things. Through Him, we are more than conquerors.

One of the fundamental promises of God is not only forgiveness, but deliverance from sins.

The only weapon to fight sin with is the spear which pierced the side of Jesus.
-Charles Spurgeon