Jesus said, “With God, all things are possible.” (Matthew 19:26)
This principle should be the driving force behind our ministry efforts. It’s not enough to play it safe, reaching only for goals within our grasp. Like Schuller has been challenging church leaders for decades, we should attempt things so great for the glory of God that unless he intervenes, we will certainly fail.
Think about the goals projects you’re currently engaged in. Are there any impossible items on the list? Is there anything beyond your reach? If not, maybe it’s time to aim a little higher.
Jesus said, “With God, all things are possible.” We need to remember what this promise does and doesn’t imply.
It doesn’t mean that all things are easy. Accomplishing the impossible typically takes extended effort.
It doesn’t mean that all things are immediate. Reaching worthwhile goals require a long-term investment of time.
It doesn’t mean that all things will be painless. Personal sacrifice is part of the process.
It may not be easy, immediate, or painless, but for those willing to step out in faith, for those bold enough to trust God to do the impossible, for those willing to pay the price of perseverance, the reward will always be greater than the investment. As Paul said…
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. (Ephesians 3:20-21)
Check your list one more time. Is there any impossible thing in the works?
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