Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. – Ephesians 6:10 NKJV
Could you use some extra strength today?
I want to draw your attention to the word “strong” in Ephesians 6:10. In this verse, “strong” comes from the Greek word endunamao, a compound of the words en and dunamis.
The word en means in. The word dunamis means explosive strength, ability, and power. It is where we get the word dynamite. Thus, endunamao presents the picture of an explosive power being deposited into some type of container, vessel, or other form of receptacle. The very nature of endunamao means that there must be some type of receiver for this power to be deposited into.
This is where we come into the picture! We are uniquely designed by God to be the receptacles of divine power. When Paul tells us to be strong in the Lord, he is essentially saying, “Receive a supernatural strengthening or internal deposit of power into your inner man.” God is the Giver, and we are the receptacles into which His power is deposited.
Paul knew you and I would desperately need supernatural power to successfully combat the enemy’s attacks. That is why he urges us to open our spirits, souls, and bodies to God – so we can receive this supernatural strength.
God wants you and me to have this supernatural strength and ability! We are the special receptacles or containers He created to possess this phenomenal power. Think of how wonderful it is that God intentionally created you and me to be the receptacles for the power of God!
So, if you are in need for extra strength today, open your heart right now and allow God to give you a fresh infilling of His explosive, Holy Spirit power!
PRAYER: Lord, You want to fill me with Your power and strength today, so I open my heart right now and ask You to fill me with Your Spirit. Thank You for creating me to be the receptacle for this wonderful power — and by faith, I receive a fresh infilling of Your Spirit right now! I pray this in Jesus’ name, Amen!