Billy Graham's Daily Devotion

God Made You

November 6, 2013

“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength . . . ”
–Isaiah 40:31

It is an exhilarating experience to live the new life, with Christ inside me enabling me to live it. As a man was riding along in his Ford, suddenly something went wrong. He got out and looked at the engine, but he could find nothing wrong. As he stood there, another car came in sight, and he waved it down to ask for help. Out of a brand-new Lincoln stepped a tall, friendly man who asked, “Well, what’s the trouble?” “I cannot get this Ford to move,” was the reply. The stranger made a few adjustments under the hood and then said, “Now start the car.” When the motor started, its grateful owner introduced himself and then asked, “What is your name, sir?” “My name,” answered the stranger, “is Henry Ford.”

The one who made the Ford knew how to make it run. God made you and me, and He alone knows how to run your life and mine. We could make a complete wreck of our lives without Christ. When He is at the controls, all goes well. Without Him, we can do nothing.

Prayer for the day

Lord, so often I forget to give You complete control and I fail. Teach me to rely completely on You for my strength and needs.

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22 Comments

Glenda says 11.6.2012, 10:40 a.m.

Thanks for words of wisdom. Happy birthday to Billy Graham. :-)

Bobby says 11.8.2011, 00:38 a.m.

I Proclaim The Lord is saying over your life, you have many years ahead to live out in perfect health. "But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint." Isaiah 40:30 (Confirmed!) with Great Love and Admiration, and for all you've done for the Bride of Christ.

Kathryn says 11.7.2011, 08:29 a.m.

Help me God to let you run my life, to have enough faith to let go and trust that you will take care of me. Praise the Lord! Thank you Mr. Graham for your ministry.

Prisca says 11.7.2011, 08:26 a.m.

What a profound illustration and reminder!

Nicole says 11.7.2011, 02:52 a.m.

We need God's help always and everywhere!

Jane says 11.7.2011, 01:39 a.m.

Oh, yes, we just need to learn how to let GOD lead our lives...

I don't believe it says 11.6.2011, 10:14 p.m.

I just wrote to you and stated how I was a controlling person and then something led me to read this page. It says everything.

Steve says 11.6.2011, 7:50 p.m.

God has the owners manual for each of us--and no matter how much we think that we know ourselves, we just need to have the faith to understand that He knows us so much better. Let go and let God--He is large and in charge!

Sally says 11.6.2011, 6:22 p.m.

It is so hard to "let go and let God". Thank you for words of wisdom from dear Mr. Graham!

Fran says 11.6.2011, 4:16 p.m.

Lord please help me to always rely on You. It is hard at times, especially with me and my husband. We are having some problems now, please help me to keep my eyes on You for all. God Bless this world and all who are suffering in some way, through pain, heartache, you know their problems. Thank you for all you have done for me in my life, I love you so much and I ask all this in the Name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

Deborah says 11.6.2011, 4:03 p.m.

if we allow God, He will bring us to our safe and desired haven. God bless you. Nice message.

joe frm Ghana says 11.6.2011, 12:52 a.m.

Wow, am blessed for this powerful message. thank you Mr. Graham.

Danny says 11.6.2011, 11:41 a.m.

Thank you

Julia says 11.6.2011, 10:46 a.m.

It is so true. We tend to make messes of our lives. We just need to learn how to let GOD lead our lives.

jennifer says 11.6.2011, 10:01 a.m.

Good one! Just what I needed!

Naomi says 11.6.2011, 08:46 a.m.

When I face difficulties at work, I pray, then God always give me power and wisdom to go over them.

Del says 11.6.2011, 08:37 a.m.

It is a simple message, but that is our nature to find it hard to believe the "simple" truth. Good message, THANKS.

Nancy says 11.6.2011, 08:30 a.m.

Trust in the Lord with ALL your heart and lean not on your own understanding . In ALL your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight. ~ Proverbs 3:5-6 ~

Nana says 11.6.2011, 08:24 a.m.

I love today's devotional. God bless you so much BGEA! I am so blessed!

Gerry says 11.6.2011, 01:53 a.m.

When it comes to managing your life on your own, the "do it yourself" method is a sure recipe for heartache and disaster.

kris says 11.6.2011, 00:23 a.m.

Thank you for the encouragement, I very much needed this today. Yes, the LORD made me and knows how to fix my life and anything in my life.

mick says 11.4.2011, 1:19 p.m.

if we allow God to make the "adjustments" in us, we will find the road of Life much easier to navigate

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