God does not always pick the most likely person for a particular job. Abraham was old. Moses was shy. Samson lacked self-control. Jonah ran away. David was an adulterer and murderer. Mary was a virgin chosen to be a mother. Peter was impatient. Paul persecuted Christians. The list goes on.

A minister according to the gift of God’s grace, which was given me by the working of his power.

Ephesians 3:7

Paul said because of God’s grace and power, when he was weak, he was strong (II Corinthians 12:10). In today’s verse, Paul noted how he relied on God’s grace and power to minister the gospel. It’s amazing but true: God chooses the foolish, the weak, the low and despised to shame the powerful, so no human can boast in God’s presence (I Corinthians 1:27-29). Jesus said, “Apart from me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5)

Abide in Christ through prayer, reading the Bible and doing what it says. Recognize your weaknesses and work to eradicate them, but don’t let them hold you back from service for Him to others. Then pray for your newly-elected politicians to seek God and rely on His power and grace.

Recommended Reading: John 15:1-11