Lessons from a battery..He is the Source

He gives strength to the wear and increases the power of the weak.~Isaiah 40:29

Yesterday, the battery of my cellphone dropped suddenly and rapidly.  This was not the first time it happened, but it still caused a slight panic. I turned it off to try to preserve what little power remained,  but to my dismay it actually seemed to make it worse.  I use my cellphone at work so I had a charger with me.  I was going to be okay right? Wrong! 

I plugged my phone in expecting the battery bars to grow, but again it decreased.  Now I really was worried.  I use my phone to study, do my devotionals, connect with others in ministry and blog.  I also use it to count my steps.  This girl needs every step counted. So I was a little nervous. I prayed about it and the phone did begin to charge! Whew! Relief! Insert praise here!

It’s just a cellphone.  Batteries die.  It happens to everyone.  Why would you want to know my story, if you are still reading my post? Well, God teaches me through every day events and He brings me back to Him and some truths.  

First,  am not an energizer bunny.  I can’t just keep going and going and expect not to be drained. I have to be intentional about tapping into the source of my power and strength.

Secondly, I don’t have to panic when I become weary or feel depleted.  I can be recharged by spending time in His presence.  By fellowshipping  in His Word.  

And yes, I might need to be recharged several times in one day, but that’s okay because He is there with me.  Ready, able and willing to increase my strength and power so that I can fulfill my purpose.  I only need to look to the source, the real one-Him.

Father I thank You for increasing my strength and power when I am weary.  Thank You for being You.  May I  seek You and rely on You to empower me to do the work you have purposed for me.  In Jesus name. Amen