“TO HIM WHO IS ABLE…”

Paul concluded his letter to the Romans with a benediction, addressing his prayer to “Him who is able…” (Romans 16:25). Likewise, in his letter to the Ephesians, Paul addressed a prayer to “Him who is able…” (Ephesians 3:20). Jude the half-brother of Jesus, used similar language. “Now to him who is able…” (Jude 24).

Remember the daddy who brought his infirmed son to Jesus and asked, “If you can do anything, have compassion on us and help us” (Mark 9:22). Jesus responded, “What do you mean, ‘If I can!’ Of course I can! Stung by his own faithlessness, the daddy prayed, “I do believe; help my unbelief!” (Mark 9:24).

Paul trusted Almighty God, praying, “Now to him who is able to strengthen you … to the only wise God, through Jesus Christ—to him be the glory forever! Amen” (Romans 16:25–27).

He had no doubt as he prayed, “Now to him who is able to do above and beyond all that we ask or think according to the power that works in us—to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen”(Ephesians 3:20–21).

Jude too, had an unshakable, unwavering hope. “Now to him who is able to protect you from stumbling and to make you stand in the presence of his glory, without blemish and with great joy, to the only God our Savior, through Jesus Christ our Lord, be glory, majesty, power, and authority before all time, now and forever. Amen” (Jude 24–25).

How’s your faith? Do you address your prayers to “Him who is able” or to a lesser, smaller, weaker God who might be able help sometimes… maybe?

He is able to carry your burdens. He is able to mend your broken heart. He is able to guide you through to darkest valley. He is able to forgive the unforgivable. He is able. Always able.

Lord, help my unbelief.

“… think on these things” (Philippians 4:8, KJV).