By Sam Stephens

“Lord, there is no one like you to help the powerless against the mighty.” – 2 Chronicles 14:11a

Leadership often exposes our vulnerability. There are moments when strategy fails, resources run dry, and even our strongest allies cannot rescue us. Asa, the king of Judah, knew this reality. Confronted by a vastly superior enemy, he turned not to his military might but to the Lord—acknowledging the painful truth of his powerlessness and the unmatched power of God.

It is in this posture of humility that true spiritual leadership is formed. Asa’s prayer is not just a cry for help—it is a declaration of faith. He recognizes a vital truth: God alone helps the powerless against the mighty. When we surrender our illusion of control and call upon God, we exchange fear for faith, anxiety for assurance.

This scripture reminds us that divine help does not require human strength. In fact, God’s power is made perfect in our weakness. Whether leading organizations, families, or ministries, we must resist the urge to depend on our capabilities and instead rely wholly on God’s sufficiency.

Asa’s victory was not won by sword but by surrender. And ours will be too. Let us lead with the courage that comes from confidence in God, not ourselves. For when we are outnumbered and overwhelmed, the Lord remains unmatched—our Helper, Defender, and Strength.

…my power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9)

I'm a very material person, and I tend to focus on the wrong side of things. I worry about my perceived image to the others around me and how they might think about me. Am I wearing the right brands? Do my actions reflect who they want me to be? Do I live up to their standard? For me, college highlighted all of these worries. There were thousands of people I had never met, and all I wanted was to fit right in. Then it clicked.

All I had strived for was becoming perfect. It had ruled my life and was exhausting and I couldn't handle it anymore, and in that moment of weakness it made the most sense to open up my Bible that had been gathering dust since move-in day.  

"But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me"  -2 Corinthians 12:9