Thought For Today:
Being Conscious That You Are Up To The Task
Posted on September 21, 2012 by Christ Embassy Online
Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think anything as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God (2 Corinthians 3:5). The Word “sufficiency” in the scripture above also means “competence.” It is translated from the Greek word “hikanotes” which means to have competence or ability. It refers to the quality of being adequately or well qualified physically, intellectually and in other areas, for the purpose of carrying out a task. Put simply, it means to be up to the task. So when the Apostle Paul, by the Spirit, said “Not that we are sufficient of ourselves to think any thing as of ourselves; but our sufficiency is of God” (2 Corinthians 3:5), he was saying “you’re up to the task; any task!” That means no matter the task or assignment committed to you, see yourself as the right man or woman for the job! If you would develop this consciousness, it’ll set you apart for greatness and success, be it in your work, at school, or in your business. Prior to this time, you may have been described as that seemingly incompetent person—the guy who always messes things up, but God is saying to you today, “Son, daughter, see yourself differently. Have a new consciousness, the consciousness that you’re up to the task! You have super-competence, for your sufficiency is of me!” Hallelujah! As a child of God, you’re competent enough to face whatever challenges come your way and produce excellence. You’re up to that task in the office! Refuse to believe those who consider you not good enough for the job; tell yourself, “I am up to the task.” Remember your “competence” is not described by your own physical or mental prowess, but according to the supernatural ability of God working in you. This was what gave the Apostle Paul the “I-can-do- mentality” (Philippians 4:13)! Like Paul, be conscious today that God is at work in you, and that you function with His ability. Never act as though you’re not qualified for any task, even if it’s a new assignment on your job. Remember that as a child of God, the Holy Spirit is your sufficiency; He has made you competent—you’re up to any task. Let this be your consciousness today. Hallelujah!