Strength For Today

No matter how strong we feel, it’s not enough to bring us through all the struggles that we face, both those we know are coming and those that unexpectedly come across our path.  We will tire out and give up the struggle if we think our own physical or mental strength is enough for the long haul. 

Strength is a gift.  Strength is the product of an ongoing relationship with God.  Strength is the result of trusting God, waiting for God to act, and following God’s word and plan for fullness of life.  That is what gives us joy, keeps us safe, and helps us understand and respond well to the events of each day.

The Lord is my strength and my song; he has given me victory.

Exodus 15:2

We need so much more than physical strength to overcome adversity.  Isn’t it wonderful that God comes to live in us and fills us with the strength we need.  What confidence and joy we can experience in that.

God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.

Psalm 46:1

Even when unexpected troubles visit us, God promises to be a ready help – a true source of refuge and strength.  Where do we need to lean into that today?

Christ is the mighty power of God and the wisdom of God. This foolish plan of God is wiser than the wisest of human plans, and God’s weakness is stronger than the greatest of human strength.

1 Corinthians 1:24b-25

Thank You God, for coming alongside us and giving us strength when we are weary and burdened.  We need You today.  We agree that we cannot do life without You. 

Jesus, we welcome You into our lives today as our Saviour and our Lord.  We surrender to Your guidance.  We trust in Your mighty power to be active in us so that we may daily live in Your care and grow in Your grace. 

We believe that Your mighty power is working in us to help us do everything we need to do.  We are grateful that your power works best in our weakness.  Thank You for Your faithfulness and Your love, and for giving us strength each day to live according to Your word.  Amen

So we can affirm with both our words and our lives today that:

I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.

Philippians 4:13

Have a wonderful day.