From Daily Embraces

Heavenly Father Works Deeply and Gently

Today's Embrace
"God can do anything, you know--far more than you could ever imagine or guess or request in your wildest dreams! He does it not by pushing us around but by working within us, his Spirit deeply and gently within us." Ephesians 3:18-19 Message

Key Thought
Heavenly Father is powerful enough to do whatever His limitless creative genius imagines. And what He imagines is far beyond our most creative thought. He doesn't just think it. He makes it happen! But there's one thing Heavenly Father "can't" do. He can't do it because of His character, His love. He can't make us love Him. Yes, He does work "deeply and gently within us." But He persuades, He doesn't coerce. He urges, He doesn't compel. He convinces, He doesn't force. He gave us freedom of choice, and He respects that gift. What a great heart of love He must have--to give us the privilege of choosing whether or not we will love Him.

My Response
Father in heaven,
You are an incredible Father! I can't comprehend how you can be so powerful, "the mighty God," while still being so gentle and kind. It boggles my mind. But I'm so thankful for your loving heart. I'm so glad that I have the opportunity to respond to you. Not because I have to. But because I want to. Thank you for being the type of Father you are . . .

Remember
Heavenly Father is working deeply and gently within me today.