09-23-2025 PART 2: Authentic Love and Real Strength

Section 1

This message opens by clearing away the clichés people often repeat about God, like “He’ll never give you more than you can handle.” The truth, as Scripture shows, is that God sometimes allows us to face more than we can bear precisely so that we must lean on Him. It’s not about our own strength but His. Miracles are often the only solution, and that is intentional—to prove that God Himself did it. The heart of Christian life is to die to self so Christ can increase. Real power is not in self-effort but in surrender, letting Him be the strength, anointing, and ability to face each day.

Section 2

The teaching moves to authenticity—living with sincerity before God and others. Romans 12:9 commands believers not to pretend to love but to truly love. Authenticity is contrasted with the deception of Ananias and Sapphira, who tried to appear more spiritual than they were. God doesn’t make garbage, and even in imperfection He still uses us. The challenge is to love genuinely, not with a mask. Just as one would love family or oneself, Christians are called to let that same real love flow toward the brethren. And where it’s difficult, the answer is prayer—asking God for a genuine heart of love, which He will grant.

Section 3

Finally, the reminder is that perfection is not the expectation—honesty is. The “standard Christian answer” of “I’m fine” hides struggles, but God wants truth. Believers are not perfect, but forgiven, and that forgiveness is the anchor of service and ministry. As James Robison said, God uses imperfect vessels; He always has and always will. Ephesians 2:10 reinforces this truth: we are His workmanship, His masterpieces, created for good works. Therefore, authenticity in love, honesty in weakness, and confidence in God’s grace form the real foundation of Christian life—far more powerful than appearances or empty words.