Psalm 84 Part 3

As we continue to look at benefits of having a relationship with God built through an unswerving devotion. In verse 7 we find what I believe is a vital benefit of having a relationship with God. There is no doubt in any of our minds that this life is difficult. There is no doubt in any of our minds that following after God is difficult. But the fact of the matter is that if we try to live life and follow after God in our own strength, it is impossible. Cannot be done. You will never make it going at it alone. "They go from strength to strength." Strength, God's strength is must in our daily walk. I am reminded of Philippians 4:13, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." I am also reminded of John 15,”Apart from me (Jesus) you cannot do anything." What can't we do? Live for God and do works that please Him. David in verse 7 tells us that God gives us strength to face our pilgrimage (our life). I find that so incredible that God is willing to give us strength to succeed. In order to receive this strength we must like John the Baptist realizes that "I must decrease and He must Increase." We must come to the place where we realize we can’t do it alone. We must come to the place where we are constantly depending less and less on ourselves and more and more on God. That when we are faced with temptation or sin we realize God I need you, I can’t do this alone. This life is tough and living for God in this day and age is even tougher. That is why we must depend on Him. God's strength is sufficient and will help us to do all things.

Father today again I realize my total dependence on you. I realize that I cannot do one thing on my own. When I do try, I fail. You are all I need. Help me not to just say that, but live it.