I wonder, do you sometimes feel like you can’t correct others? Sometimes I feel that I am too sinful or I simply lack the ability and energy to work in the Kingdom of God. Yes, I know that we are all called to make a difference in the world, but I often feel like I don’t have the tools to do so.

As I’m sitting here typing, a friend’s prayer request pops up on WhatsApp. Her husband is the director of a large company. Two weeks ago, a virus infected their computer systems. It is known as a ransom virus, because the people behind the virus manipulate your data so that you cannot use it. Then you have to pay millions in ransom before they give you a key to repair everything.

My friend refused to pay, because often criminals give a key for half and then you have to pay millions more to fix the other half.

My friend doesn’t have the answer. But they have been working around the clock for two weeks to find solutions. He and his entire division pray together and work hard. Try this and make new plans. Write new codes. Fight every attack with everything they have. Although the war has not been won, they have been victorious in some battles.

My friend is an example for me. He does not give up. He does not say to the other director, “Sorry, I don’t have the tools. We will have to pay what these criminals demand.” No, he gets up and faces the monster head-on.

You see, my friend knows who he is. He knows that God walks with him during war. That is why he is not afraid. He takes control and doesn’t allow the devil to take hold. Yes, I know you wonder sometimes. There must have been times when he thought about throwing in the towel. But then he gets up and keeps fighting.

So I understand this verse better: 15 … Take courage and discipline them if they get out of line. You’re in charge. Don’t let anyone look down on you. (The message)

Know that God gives each of us authority. It gives us the key to open the doors of the world and free the prisoners. We don’t have to be afraid of monsters. We should not think that we are too small, too small, too stupid. God has gifted each of us with a good set of tools. We must use these gifts and go to work in God’s world.

Take the control. Stand. Get over your peace. Even if you feel that the monster is too big, know that our God is even bigger. He walks with you through his Spirit. It will take the blows. He will lift them up when they stumble and fall, and together they will be victorious.

You have the control!

Holy Scripture

Titus 2:15

Reflection

What scares you

Where do you have to take a position?

Where do you have to lead?

Pray

Lord, I don’t feel like I’m in control, more like I’m running for cover. Help me align my thoughts with your Word and understand what my authority means with you on my side. In the name of Jesus, amen.