Human Dependence

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Human dependence is a profound theme woven throughout Scripture, illustrating the relationship between God and humanity. From the very beginning, in Genesis 1:27, we see that humans are created in the image of God, designed to reflect His glory and rely on His sustenance. This dependence is not a sign of weakness but a divine intention, as expressed in John 15:5, where Jesus declares, 'Apart from me you can do nothing.' Our reliance on God is essential for spiritual vitality and growth, underscoring the truth found in Philippians 4:19, which assures us that God will supply all our needs according to His riches in glory. Furthermore, the psalmist echoes this sentiment in Psalms 121:2, proclaiming, 'My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.' In recognizing our dependence, we find freedom and strength, as Paul articulates in 2 Corinthians 12:9, stating, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Ultimately, human dependence glorifies God, affirming that His strength is magnified in our frailty, inviting us to trust and rely on Him in every aspect of our lives.

God Glorified in Man's Dependence

jonathan-edwards

Jonathan Edwards preaches on the absolute and universal dependence of the redeemed on God in the work of redemption, emphasizing that all glory belongs to God alone. Through the text in 1 Corinthians 1:29-31, he explains how God's wisdom in redemption is displayed by making man's emptiness an occasi

Genesis 1:27

“So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.”

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John 15:5

“I am the vine and you are the branches. The one who remains in Me, and I in him, will bear much fruit. For apart from Me you can do nothing.”

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Philippians 4:19

“And my God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.”

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Psalms 121:2

“My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.”

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2 Corinthians 12:9

“But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me.”

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2 Corinthians 9:8

“And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things, at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. As it is written: “He has scattered abroad His gifts to the poor; His righteousness endures forever.” Now He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your store of seed and will increase the harvest of your righteousness. You will be enriched in every way to be generous on every occasion, so that through us your giving will produce thanksgiving to God.”

2 Corinthians 12:10

“That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”

Psalms 84:11

“For the LORD God is a sun and a shield; the LORD gives grace and glory; He withholds no good thing from those who walk with integrity.”

Philippians 4:13

“I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.”

Isaiah 40:29

“He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall. But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.”