For this reason I kneel before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being. —Ephesians 3:14- 16
In today’s world, we depend on the power of technology for almost everything. Our cellphones put an immeasurable amount of data directly at our fingertips. We can call out to our friends and family and even get directions on the go. As impressive as these functions are, however, they are nothing without a battery that is charged. Electricity is required to power most of our appliances and gadgets. Without it, they lose all of their value and do nothing but take up space. Likewise, we Christians must take care to charge ourselves spiritually to make sure we can work for the Lord. There are several ways we can restore the energy within ourselves through the Spirit. For one, we can take time to reconnect with the people we love and depend on. God never intended for us to do things alone and as the body of Christ, we depend on each other to function and reach out. As David says in Proverbs, like iron sharpens iron, so we sharpen one another (27:17). Don’t be afraid to turn to brothers and sisters of the Lord for advice and encouragement. It’s also important to pay attention to your health. Proper diet, exercise and sleep cycles will give you more vigor and refresh your passion. Take time to rest yourself mentally and emotionally, too, and you’ll be much better prepared to take on the challenges of the world. Today, give yourself the opportunity to recharge. Closely examine how you’re feeling and nurture your needs accordingly.
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