Go! And Find Your Strength in God Alone - Psalm 73:25-26
Introduction:
Today we gather to reflect on a powerful declaration of trust and faith in God, found in Psalm 73:25-26 (NLT):
"Whom have I in heaven but you? I desire you more than anything on earth. My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever."
These words were penned by Asaph, a man who struggled with doubts when he saw the prosperity of the wicked. Yet, through his struggle, he reached a place of profound trust in God alone.
Today, we will explore three key truths from this passage:
God Alone is Our Greatest Desire
God Alone is Our Strength in Weakness
God Alone is Our Eternal Hope
May the Holy Spirit open our hearts as we dive into His Word.
1. God Alone is Our Greatest Desire
Asaph begins with a question: "Whom have I in heaven but you?" This is a rhetorical question that expresses an exclusive devotion to God. He acknowledges that God alone is his highest treasure.
The Hebrew word for "desire" is chaphets (?????), meaning to delight in, to take pleasure in. Asaph is saying that nothing in the world compares to the joy of knowing God.
This is a reminder that the things of this world are temporary, but a relationship with God is eternal.
Matthew 6:19-21 (NLT) – "Don’t store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be."
Jesus teaches that what we treasure most will control our hearts. If God is our greatest treasure, our focus will be on Him rather than the fleeting pleasures of the world.
Philippians 3:8 (NLT) – "Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have discarded everything else, counting it all as garbage, so that I could gain Christ."
Paul echoes Asaph's sentiment—nothing is more valuable than Christ. If we truly desire Him above all else, our priorities will reflect that.
Imagine a child who has access to many toys but longs only for the embrace of their loving parent. That is how our hearts should be toward God—seeking Him above all else.
John Piper said, "God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in Him." True satisfaction comes from knowing and delighting in God. This is a profound truth that captures the heart of biblical worship and discipleship.
Too often, people seek satisfaction in fleeting things—wealth, relationships, achievements—but Scripture reminds us that true and lasting satisfaction is only found in God.
When our hearts find their deepest joy in God, we naturally glorify Him. Our lives become a testimony of His goodness, and our worship is no longer just an obligation but an outpouring of love.
Tha Apostle Paul understood that knowing Christ was worth more than anything this world could offer. His satisfaction was in Christ alone, and through that, God was glorified.
In practical terms, this means that when we prioritise God above all else—above success, comfort, or personal ambitions—we reflect His glory more clearly. Satisfaction in God leads to a life of worship, obedience, and joyful surrender.
May our hearts echo the psalmist’s cry: “I desire you more than anything on earth.” Because when we are most satisfied in God, our lives bring Him the greatest glory!
2. God Alone is Our Strength in Weakness
Asaph acknowledges that his health may fail and his spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of his heart.
The Hebrew word for "strength" is tsur (????), meaning rock, refuge, or fortress. This means that when our physical strength fails, God is our unshakable foundation.
The phrase "spirit may grow weak" speaks of emotional and spiritual struggles, but even in those moments, God is our sustainer.
Isaiah 40:29-31 (NLT) – "He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless. Even youths will become weak and tired, and young men will fall in exhaustion. But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint."
Our strength is limited, but God's strength is eternal. When we trust in Him, we are renewed.
2 Corinthians 12:9 (NLT) – "Each time he said, 'My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.' So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me."
Paul learned that God’s power is most evident when we acknowledge our own weakness. When we rely on Him, He provides supernatural strength.
Think of a house built on sand versus one built on rock. The house on sand collapses in storms, but the house on rock stands firm. Likewise, when our lives are built on God, we are unshakable.
Charles Spurgeon said, "Without Christ, we are like a well without water, a sun without light, a tree without roots."
Our strength comes from Him alone!
Charles Spurgeon’s words paint a vivid picture of our utter dependence on Christ. A well without water is useless. A sun without light is unimaginable. A tree without roots is doomed to wither and die. In the same way, without Christ, our lives lack true purpose, power, and sustenance.
Jesus Himself declared in John 15:5 (NLT): “Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.” The Greek word for “remain” (µ??? meno) speaks of abiding, staying connected, and drawing life from Him. Just as branches cannot survive without the vine, we cannot thrive spiritually apart from Jesus.
Paul reinforces this truth in Philippians 4:13 (NLT): “For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.” Our sufficiency is not in our abilities, but in the power of Christ at work within us.
When we attempt to live in our own strength, we are like that empty well—dry, lifeless, and unable to quench our own thirst, let alone anyone else’s. But in Christ, we have “living water” (John 7:38), a wellspring of strength, peace, and hope that never runs dry.
May we continually draw near to Him, abide in Him, and rest in the truth that our strength comes from Christ alone!
3. God Alone is Our Eternal Hope
Asaph ends with a powerful declaration: "God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever."
The Hebrew word for "forever" is olam (??????), meaning everlasting, perpetual. This shows that God's faithfulness extends beyond our present circumstances into eternity.
John 10:28 (NLT) – "I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them away from me."
Jesus assures us that our eternal hope is secure in Him. When we belong to Him, nothing can separate us from His love.
Romans 8:38-39 (NLT) – "And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love."
God's love is eternal. Our hope is not based on circumstances but on His unchanging character.
Consider an anchor in a storm. No matter how fierce the waves, the anchor holds firm. God is our anchor in the storms of life, securing us forever in His love.
Billy Graham said, "I've read the last page of the Bible. It's all going to turn out all right."
Our hope is secure in Christ!
Billy Graham’s words carry a profound truth rooted in the unshakable promises of God. "I've read the last page of the Bible. It's all going to turn out all right." is not just a statement of optimism; it is a declaration of faith in the sovereignty of God and the victory of Christ.
Revelation 22:20-21 (NLT) records Jesus’ final promise: “He who is the faithful witness to all these things says, ‘Yes, I am coming soon!’ Amen! Come, Lord Jesus! May the grace of the Lord Jesus be with God’s holy people.” The final words of Scripture remind us that history is not spiralling out of control—it is moving toward God’s ultimate restoration, where Christ reigns, and His people dwell with Him in eternal joy.
Billy Graham’s confidence echoes the words of Romans 8:28 (NLT): “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.” Even in the trials and uncertainties of life, the believer can rest in the assurance that God’s plan is unfolding perfectly.
As followers of Christ, we must live in the reality of this truth. When fear rises, when trials overwhelm, we must remember that we are part of a story that ends in victory. Jesus Himself declared in John 16:33 (NLT): “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”
Billy Graham’s words are a call to trust, to hope, and to stand firm in faith. The last page of the Bible does not leave room for doubt—Jesus wins, sin and death are defeated, and for those who trust in Him, eternity is secure. Let us live with that assurance today.
Conclusion & Call to Action
Today, we have learned that:
God Alone is Our Greatest Desire.
God Alone is Our Strength in Weakness.
God Alone is Our Eternal Hope.
The question is: Where is your trust today?
Are you placing your desires in temporary things or in God?
Are you relying on your own strength or on His?
Is your hope anchored in Christ?
If you have never surrendered to Jesus Christ, today is the day!
Romans 10:9 (NLT) – "If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."
Come to Jesus today. Surrender your fears, your doubts, your burdens. Trust in God alone!
Let us pray.
