Being a Vessel for God's Power

The story of Tabitha’s resurrection is extraordinary. Peter prayed, and God raised her back to life. This miracle reminds us that the Christian life is not about what we can do in our strength, but about what God can do through surrendered lives. Peter was simply a vessel for God’s power. He prayed, obeyed, and trusted — and God moved.

We may never raise someone from the dead, but God still wants to display His power through us today. Sometimes it’s through offering hope to the hopeless, encouragement to the weary, or sharing the gospel with someone searching for truth. Every act of obedience opens the door for God’s power to flow through us.

The challenge is whether we will make ourselves available. God uses ordinary people who are willing to trust Him in extraordinary ways. When we pray in faith, act in obedience, and give Him the glory, He does immeasurably more than we could ask or imagine.

Scripture:
2 Corinthians 12:9 - And He has said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness." Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me.

2 Corinthians 5:20 - Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making an appeal through us.

Application:
Identify one area where you need to trust God’s power rather than your own effort. Commit to praying in faith over that situation this week.

Prayer:
Lord, thank You that Your power is made perfect in my weakness. I surrender my life to You today. Use me as a vessel for Your glory, and help me to trust You for what only You can do.