You’ve probably heard someone say this before, “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” And while it’s a stab at comforting a friend or loved one who’s going through difficulties…it’s neither Biblical nor correct. But what it really is, is the idol of our self-sufficiency…hiding behind “spiritual sounding” words that are not found in the Bible. Jesus was very frank with His disciples here in John…you will have troubles. It was realism but with the promised hope that He would be with them (and us) in the midst of all our tribulations. For all we have to do is look at the world today…people are at this very moment dealing with more than they can handle. The only difference being, some are asking for God’s help, but many not. Countless of them are bearing pain, suffering, persecution, and fear alone…while others are patiently enduring with the Presence of God along side them offering peace & comfort. It’s a sure thing…there will be times when all of us will be given more than we can handle. And we can either stiffen our resolve and go it alone…or seek the Lord’s help that He might rescue us. (Psalm 34:19 & II Timothy 3:11)
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