Have you ever felt like there was something in your life that you would never be able to overcome or get over? What about that moment in the day, week, or month that just leaves you stressed, angry, sad, or depressed and you just wish it would all go away? Well, let me tell you right now that you are capable of overcoming anything in your life. You don't believe me? Check out what the Bible has to say about that...
Philippians 4:13
"For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.
Did you catch that?! Teenagers, please don't take this verse for granted! These few simple words could change your entire perspective, attitude, and/or thoughts on your life. There are 4 keys words that I believe stand out in this verse that can really challenge your life...
*EVERYTHING- This verse doesn't say "some things." It doesn't say "certain things." It says EVERYTHING! There is nothing in your life that you can't do. What struggle or battle are you facing right now? What difficult situation seems to be defeating you? Remember, there is NOTHING you can't do!
*THROUGH CHRIST- If your anything like me, you try to do everything yourself. Even though this verse says you can do EVERYTHING we have to remember we need Jesus! Jesus has already given us so much, but when we put our complete TRUST in Him and give Him our everything we are capable of overcoming and accomplishing ANYTHING! Yep, even the TOUGHEST, HARDEST, and MOST DIFFICULT junk!
*STRENGTH- As a teenager I'm sure you've been to the point where you just wanted to say "I QUIT!" When we remember and stay focused on the fact that we have Jesus on our side He will give you the STRENGTH you need to push forward and never give up! What is it that your really struggling with or trying to overcome? Remember, there is a STRENGTH inside of you that you may have yet to realize or even try to use!
Yes, being a teenager can definitely be TOUGH, but NEVER FORGET that you have been EMPOWERED by Jesus to accomplish and overcome ANYTHING! Keep pushing forward and keeping living out the life that God desires for you and there is NOTHING you won't be able to OVERCOME!
Pray right now for God to give you the strength to deal with the struggles you may be going through and remember you can accomplish anything when you trust and believe in Jesus! Are you ready? Come on you can do it!
