BE STRONG IN THE LORD

Pastor Jeff preached a timely New Year's Eve message on this past Sunday. He emphasized that we will need God's supernatural help or strength in order to be successfull in the coming year. The story of Sampson teaches us invaluable principles related to that power and strength. In Judges 16:28 after Sampson had been demoralized at the hands of the Phillistines, he prayed and asked God for strength to avenge his enemies. How was Sampson able to summon God's help during this dismal time? First, he had to acknowledge God in his totality or triune form. Just like us, he needed God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit to be victorious. Ephesians 6:10 says, "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might." The conquering strength and might belong to Him and because we are his, it also belongs to each and every one of us. Selah