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Building Self-Awareness.

Author: Jefferson O Imgbi

Date: Tuesday, 03 September 2024

Key Bible Verse: "Know thyself, and rejoice in honest self-assessment, for true growth begins with self-awareness." — Galatians 6:3-4

Affirmation: "Know thyself, and rejoice in honest self-assessment, for true growth begins with self-awareness."

Series Title: Building Self-Awareness. Part 3

The Sure Word for Today

Today, we are looking at "Recognising Strengths and Weaknesses." It is crucial to identify the strengths God has bestowed upon you, as these are the gifts that enable you to serve Him and others effectively. Acknowledging your strengths allows you to use them wisely for the glory of God. Just as David recognised his strength in faith and trust in God, leading him to defeat Goliath, you, too, must recognise and harness your God-given strengths.

Understanding your weaknesses is equally important. These are not simply areas of failure but opportunities for God's strength to be perfected in you. Paul, in 2 Corinthians 12:9, embraced his weaknesses, stating, "Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me." Recognising your weaknesses helps you rely on God's power, making you humble and dependent on His grace. This awareness leads to personal growth and deeper faith.

Biblical characters like Moses also highlight the balance of strengths and weaknesses. Moses was a great leader but initially hesitant due to his speech impediment. God used his perceived weakness to demonstrate His power through Aaron's support. By recognising your strengths and weaknesses, you can fully embrace God's plan for your life, allowing His strength to shine through your shortcomings. This balance fosters humility and reliance on God.

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Recognising your strengths and weaknesses is vital for personal and spiritual growth. I often find that understanding my limitations helps me rely more on God's strength, just as Moses and Paul did. This reliance brings a deeper connection to God's power in my life.

Extend

Reflect on James 1:17, which states, "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above." Your strengths are gifts from God, meant to be used for His glory. Recognising and utilising these gifts allows you to serve others effectively and grow spiritually.

Reflection And Application

Take time to list your strengths and weaknesses. Pray for wisdom to use your strengths wisely and for God's strength to be perfected in your weaknesses. This practice will help you grow in humility and reliance on God, enhancing your spiritual journey.

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson O Imgbi

"Embrace your strengths with gratitude and your weaknesses with humility, for in recognising both, you allow God's power to work through you."

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Let Us Pray

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the strengths You have given me. Help me to use these gifts wisely for Your glory. Teach me to see my weaknesses not as failures but as opportunities for Your strength to be perfected in me. Guide me in humility and dependence on You, just as Paul and Moses relied on Your power. Strengthen my faith and help me grow spiritually each day. In Jesus' name, Amen.