Thank you so much for your grace this week as we experienced some technical difficulties that prevented us from having video—we’re so grateful you’re still tuning in with us.
In this episode of the My Morning Devotional Podcast, Mary Alessi shares “The Power You’ve Been Given,” centered on Acts 1:8—a reminder that God never intended for us to live or lead in our own ability. Before sending His disciples out, Jesus told them to wait—for power. That same promise applies today.
Key reflections from this devotional:
God equips you with power through the Holy Spirit
You are not expected to navigate life on your own
Strength for daily challenges is available to you
This passage shifts the perspective many people carry. The expectation is not self-sufficiency, but dependence. The Holy Spirit is not reserved for extraordinary moments—it is present for everyday life.
A central truth from this message:
The Holy Spirit empowers you for both purpose and daily living.
That includes how you handle pressure, how you respond in conflict, how you lead, and how you make decisions. The strength you need is not something you generate—it is something you receive.
Another important takeaway:
Asking for help from God is not a last resort—it is the starting point.
There is a practical invitation in this devotional: before stepping into your day, pause and ask for the Holy Spirit’s guidance. That moment of dependence shifts your mindset from pressure to awareness.
You are not carrying the weight alone.
You are not expected to have every answer.
You are not limited to your own capacity.
Instead, you are invited to live with a constant awareness that God is present and actively guiding you.
This episode reinforces a simple but powerful practice:
Invite the Holy Spirit into your day—intentionally and consistently.
Because when you do, you are no longer striving to manage everything on your own. You are walking with the power that God has already made available to you.
Tune in and let's embrace the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives!
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