December 16, 2021

“Jesus looked at them intently and said, ‘Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But with God everything is possible.’” (Matthew 19:26)

Problems that seem intractable to us are not intractable to God. I wonder if it even occurs to Him to consider a situation a problem? Even Jesus’ death was no problem, for He was raised on the third day.

What is happening in your life today that seems impossible? How about we pray right now for God to remove that stone? With Him, all things are possible – even that! In fact, our “stirrup” collect is just the ticket.

“Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and, because we are sorely hindered by our sins, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.” (Third Sunday of Advent – BCP)