Daily Devotional - October 21st, 2025
“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.” — Ephesians 3:20
“The most effective way to limit a man’s progress is to hide from him the vision of his full potential. When we know our potential, we are naturally inclined to strive towards it. Any doctrine or philosophy that seeks to downplay the potential of the individual is one that will inevitably lead to widespread mediocrity.” — Alma Ohene-Opare
Commentary:
Human progress begins with vision, the ability to see what could be, not merely what is. Every invention, every act of courage, every moral revolution has sprung from someone catching a glimpse of what lies beyond the current limitations. That is why the greatest threat to progress is not external opposition but internal blindness, the failure to recognize divine potential within ourselves and others.
From the beginning, God declared that humanity was made in His image. That truth alone should awaken in us a sense of purpose, dignity, and capability. When people forget this, they become susceptible to ideologies that reduce them to mere products of biology, environment, or circumstance. Such teachings diminish the soul and foster cultures of complacency, dependency, and despair.
True freedom and prosperity arise when individuals are encouraged to see themselves as creators, responsible agents endowed with the power to shape their destiny. Every system, government, or ideology that discourages this truth, even under the guise of equality or protection, ultimately imprisons the human spirit. Great civilizations rise when individuals believe they can rise; they decay when individuals are taught to settle.
The potential within each person is not a myth, it is a divine inheritance. To limit that vision is to cut humanity off from its source of creativity and excellence. When people see themselves as children of God, they naturally begin to live, act, and build with purpose. When they see themselves as mere consumers or victims, they resign themselves to mediocrity.
As Proverbs 23:7 reminds us, “For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he.” Our self-concept is a prophecy, one that shapes our character, our ambitions, and our ultimate destiny. Therefore, the restoration of vision, helping people see who they really are, is one of the most powerful forms of ministry.
Scripture:
“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.” — Ephesians 3:20
Daily Application:
Look for someone today who has lost sight of their worth, a coworker, a child, a friend, or even a stranger. Speak life into their potential. Remind them of what they are capable of when they believe in who God made them to be. Sometimes all it takes is one sincere word of affirmation to reignite someone’s purpose.
And if you’re struggling to see your own potential, take a moment to pray for clarity. Ask God to reveal how He sees you, not how others label you or how past failures define you. Then, take one action today, no matter how small, that aligns with that vision. Each step toward your divine potential breaks the chains of limitation.
Your words are true. In Positive Psychology it is taught that one aspect of well-being is a feeling of agency and self-efficacy, meaning a person feels like they have an impact on themselves, and feel capable of directing themselves to accomplish things. Which is exactly what you are saying today. Those who feel like victims can learn optimism, confidence, positive perspective by seeing others who are already living like that. So you are right to suggest we lift others up so they can see they aren't victims, but have agency in their life. It may take many times to have theym see, but if all of us are doing this it will move society to a better place. We can be the example, the light, for others to see their potential. Thank you for your wisdom once again!