With God All Things Are Possible

Let me first say, this is a reprint of an article I read years ago, but cannot even document its source, but it is most appropriate for us today. “Every year as the holiday season approaches you have the choice to either survive it or thrive in it. When Thanksgiving dinner is barely cold and the pressure of Christmas looms on the horizon, it is tempting to resent the expected pace and emotional stress that’s coming. What should a Christian do? This year why not try to approach Thanksgiving and Christmas with something new that will carry you down the road rejoicing? Here’s one thought that might lift you to a new vista: Christmas teaches us that all things are possible with God.

If God wants something done, can it be done? A more personal way of asking this question is: If God has a goal for my life; can it be blocked, making its fulfillment impossible? Imagine God saying, “I’ve created you and given you life, I’ve made you my child and now I have something for you to do. I know you will not be able to do it, but give it your best shot.” That kind of reasoning makes God appear heartless and ludicrous. Imagine yourself as a parent saying to your child, “I want you to go out and mow the lawn. Unfortunately, the yard is full of rocks, the mower does not work and there is no power. But give it your best.” Once again, such reasoning sounds crazy.

Now here comes Christmas. God gave a staggering goal to a little maiden named Mary. An angel told her that she would become a mother while she was still a virgin, and that her son would be the Savior of the world. When she inquired of the angel about this seemingly impossible feat, the angel simply said, “Nothing will be impossible with God.” (Luke 1:37) You would never dream of giving your child a task he/she could not complete; and neither does God. His goals for you are achievable, certain, and possible, no matter how large or difficult they might seem to you. When Mary was faced with what seemed to her life an impossibility, she responded, “Behold, the bond slave of the Lord; be it done to me according to your word.” (Luke 1:38) Now that’s faith in the face of overwhelming circumstances!

Think of the overpowering assignment that confronted Mary: She was to have a baby without being with a man. She was to raise the boy who would save the world from their sins. The entire course of history would change because of her son. The eternal destiny of untold millions was on the line! The fact that we celebrate Christmas is proof that Mary’s faith in God to do the impossible was all she needed to complete God’s will for her. Here’s the lesson: We need faith in God for whatever impossible challenges face us.

What struggles do you face this holidays season? The first Christmas without a loved one? Health issues? Broken relationships? Financial strain? Uncertainty? A broken heart over a child? When you feel overwhelmed with responsibility or overcome with pain, remember that God is able to do above and beyond all we ask or think. Christmas teaches us is that God is still looking for humble servants who are willing to trust God to do the impossible. Let’s give thanks that with God all things are possible!” Haven’t we seen God’s hand at work over and over again in our lives here at Covenant. Thank you for helping God do the impossible.