Inadequacy as a Blessing
Inadequacy can be a roadblock to doing God’s will, deterring us from stepping out in faith. It’s not a sin to feel insufficient, but we can miss the mark by complacently accepting that attitude. Even Paul felt inadequate, but he didn’t allow his feelings to prevent his sharing the gospel. Instead, he allowed his limitations to drive him closer to God. For believers, the correct reaction is prayer and biblical meditation so that our ability to rely on the Lord is strengthened. Our inadequacy can turn out to be a blessing by driving us to greater dependence upon God. Like Paul, we will be able to say, “Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” (2 Cor. 12:9)
