God sees us for what we can be. We are tempted to see ourselves as hopeless, in light of our past sins and mistakes. But let us realize that like the father whose son was tormented with demons, all it takes to be set free is a living faith surrender to Christ in which we allow His victory over sin, the world, the flesh and the devil to connect us with the unlimited power of His grace to redeem a sinner and make such a child of His a saint!
"If Thou canst do anything, have compassion on us, and help us." How many a sin-burdened soul has echoed that prayer. And to all, the pitying Saviour's answer is, "If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth." It is faith that connects us with heaven, and brings us strength for coping with the powers of darkness. In Christ, God has provided means for subduing every sinful trait, and resisting every temptation, however strong. But many feel that they lack faith, and therefore they remain away from Christ. Let these souls, in their helpless unworthiness, cast themselves upon the mercy of their compassionate Saviour. Look not to self, but to Christ. He who healed the sick and cast out demons when He walked among men is the same mighty Redeemer today. Faith comes by the word of God. Then grasp His promise, "Him that cometh to Me I will in no wise cast out." John 6:37. Cast yourself at His feet with the cry, "Lord, I believe; help Thou mine unbelief." You can never perish while you do this--never.
There is no limit to what Jesus can do with your life yielded to Him! Will we simply trust Him unreservedly and allow all of the fruits of the Spirit to be manifest in our lives without one missing as we affectionately obey God from a heart renewed by His divine grace? Let us choose Jesus even now, yielding the whole heart to Him, and being open to what He has planned for us so we will not only not perish, but be able to point others to Christ who can save all who come to Him to the uttermost!
