Strength for the Message

Much of preaching focuses on the congregation - the hearers. However, I have discovered that preaching has a profound effect on the messenger as well. There have been times where worn and forlorn I have stepped up to the pulpit questioning my strength to complete the exposition. Yet, in an attitude of prayer, God shows himself faithful to give strength for a new day. We can truly say "when I am weak, then I am strong." He is the God of abundant mercies.