Too Hard?

“Is anything too hard for the LORD? At the appointed time I will return to you, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son.”—Genesis 18:14 NKJV

Lord Kelvin, William Thomson, was a giant of science. Among his many contributions, he introduced a temperature scale that begins at absolute zero, still known as the Kelvin scale. But his understanding was not perfect.

In 1895, as he considered the idea of flight, Kelvin stated that “heavier-than-air flying machines are impossible.” Time would prove him wrong. This brilliant man could not conceive that human flight was possible. Yet within just a few years, the first airplane flight took place.

Sarah and Abraham, too, thought they faced an impossible situation. She had “passed the age of childbearing” and laughed when they were told that she would have a son (vs. 11–12). But the Lord said, “Is anything too hard for the LORD?” What seemed inconceivable to Sarah and Abraham was possible for God. Just as was foretold, the miracle took place, and she gave birth to Isaac.

How easily we can allow our understanding of the world to restrict what we think God can do. How often do we limit Him and assume that there are things too hard for Him? We can easily forget He has no limitations!

You may be facing situations that seem hopeless. But the Bible reminds us that God can do anything. Do not limit your expectations of what He can do for you. Declare His promise to be true. Pray with boldness. Believe His infinite power is available for you. Remember, nothing is impossible for God!

Reflection Question: What seemingly impossible situation are you facing currently?