Weaknesses get a bad rap. Really, we don't give them enough credit.

Strengths are always in the spotlight--when we were kids and even now as adults.

We live by our strengths; they preserve us.

But let's talk about needs.

I remember entering the year feeling an earnest need for more of God's guidance. Months later, I'm clear that my strengths won't play much of a role in helping me get it.

I first learned that I never have to contemplate God's guidance. He's committed to it. "For He is our God forever and ever; He will be our guide, even to death" (Psalm 49:14).

His part is done, now I must do mine.

More of His guidance requires less of me. And "less of me" is everything opposite my strengths.

I associate "strengths" with power and stability; being firm and sure; comfortable; superior; being one or two steps ahead.

When I think "weaknesses" my mind goes to needing assistance; being sub-par, broken, mediocre and pliable.

How much can God truly guide me when I operate in my strengths?

Do I even hear His direction when I'm rock solid, proud, filled with self-confidence...

Some encouraging emails we received in October from our listeners around the world:

Location: Mexico Comments: I just want to say that your station is my partner every day and a huge blessing to my life. God bless you and continue using for His glory over the world.

Location: Unknown Comments: I am so thankful to be able to listen to AllWorship on my computer at work. I listen almost all day. When things get stressful, I try to tune in to the worship and calm myself back down. Your online station is a reassuring reminder of God's presence for me at work when I can't be focused on God but know I really need His presence with me.

AllWorship.com generates most of its annual funding through year-end donations. This allows the ministry to broadcast free Christian worship music to the world 24 hours a day, every day. All without commercials. We truly appreciate your support of AllWorship during this wonderful time of the year.