When all else fails

It is very easy to begin believing in our own strength and wealth. Most of us can’t handle too much success. We quickly begin to trust in ourselves rather than God. Though we may not commit blatant idolatry, we worship ourselves and forget God (Hab 1:11, 2:9, 13). It doesn’t take much to dissolve this illusion. Strength fails and wealth disappears. Then we must acknowledge our dependence on God. Though all material things fail, yet I will rejoice in the Lord (Hab 3:17-18). Why not learn this lesson now? Trust in the Lord now before your strength and wealth betray you.