Meditate on the words of today's reading… "Able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine" (Ephesians 3:20). What an amazing description of the Lord's ability to work in us. However, often our focus is on what we want Him to do (i.e., if He changed this or fixed that, then our life would be better). But He invites us to think and ask big: He wants to change us!

The Holy Spirit has power to transform lives from the inside out, but inner change is often a slow process. Spiritual fruit takes time to grow and mature. That's why we need patience and faith to believe that God is at work even when the results aren't obvious.

God has a purpose, and He is working to achieve it. His goal is to conform every believer to the image of His Son (Romans 8:29). To do so, he may have to put us through some struggles and heartaches. It may not make sense to us, but God knows what He is doing.

What would you like the Lord to do in you? As you read the Bible, look for the qualities that God considers precious and ask Him to develop them in you.

Suggested Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, thank You that Your Holy Spirit lives in me and has the power to transform me from the inside out. During the transformation process, I ask You to help me to be patient and to fully trust You, Your timing, and Your plan for my life. I pray in Jesus' name, Amen.

1.    Ephesians 3:20-21 (NIV).

Today's Encounter was written by: Rosina N.