Daily
„For it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure."
Philippians 2:13
Thoughts within the New Covenant
God works in you, both the willing and the doing. That means: The impulse toward good and the power to carry it out both come from him. You are not left on your own.
When you feel a good desire inside you pulling you toward love, truth, or generosity, that's no accident. That is God working in you. And he gives you not just the desire but also the ability to follow it.
Today you can follow the good impulse and know: God is the one moving both in you.
Truth & Application
Truth: You don't have to produce goodness from your own strength. God works in you both the desire and the ability. Your part is to give him room and follow the good impulse.
Today practically: Pay attention today to the inner impulse that draws you toward something good. Follow it consciously and know that God is behind it.
Question for you: What good impulse have you been ignoring lately?
Prayer
Father, thank you for working in me. Thank you that both the good will and the power come from you. Today I follow what you are moving in me. I let go of overwhelm and self-pressure. Holy Spirit, work freely in me today. Amen.