by Quo Elbert

Created on: May 21, 2008

When we ask what God can do, we usually think of huge miracles. After all, He created heaven and earth. But, what does that mean to us? We weren't even there when it happened. So, what we really want to know is, "What God can do...for me." Let's take for granted that He is all-knowing, all-powerful and that He is love. How does that apply today? To me? To you?

First, let's cover the list of what God cannot do. Get comfortable:

1. God cannot be sinful.
"God is light; in him there is no darkness at all." 1 John 1:5
A good analogy is that of heat and cold. The definition of cold is a) Marked by deficient heat; b) Being at a temperature that is less than what is required. The feeling we label as "cold" is actually our sensing a lack of heat. Just as sin is a manifestation of the lack of God's presence. Heat can't be cold. Light can't be dark. God can't be sin. But, He can allow sin to move in whatever way He plans: "The LORD works out everything for his own ends even the wicked for a day of disaster." Proverbs 16:4

That's it! Beyond that, it's "game on!" So, now that we know God can do all things except sin, we take the limits off of what He can do in our very own personal life.

I may live a relatively decent life; steady job, nice home, good friends and tolerable family. But, what I want out of life is to live with few regrets. I want to live!not just survive. I want to make a difference in people's lives. And, even if I really don't want that, I would like to reach my greatest potential as a human being, to see the absolute best me come to life.

This is what God can do. And, you don't even have to wait until next lifetime to live the best time of your life. No matter your socio-economic status, your star-power, your obstacles or preconceived notions about yourself (or that others have about you), God has a plan for the life you are living right now. It's a life filled with purpose, with hope. A future.* He's got gifts He's given you that He wants to stir up and use properly; and He's even got some talents in store for you that you're not even aware of yet.

For instance, I found out a few months ago that I am a songwriter. I have no musical background, but so far I have three pretty amazing compositions under my belt and another on its way.* These songs have amazed not only my (humble) self, but also every audience whom I've had the courage to sing in front of (audiences including friends, family, homeless and even those well-acquainted with the music industry.) This isn't me bragging on me, but on the all-knowing, all-powerful and ever-loving Lord, Jesus Christ. I'm sharing only one example of a personal trait that I never would have uncovered had it not been for building a relationship with the God in heaven who knows me better than I know myself.

What God can do is more than we can orchestrate for ourselves. His offer is more satisfying than comfort, money, power or influence; He offers an opportunity to find out who you were really made to be, and live the life for which you were designed. But, as always, the choice is yours.

*"'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'" Jeremiah 29:11

* find samples, visit http://libraryofintelligentdesigninc.blogspot.com/

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