I Didn’t Know My Own Strength

Life’s challenges often reveal a strength within us that we didn’t realise we possessed. In those moments of struggle, we discover that God equips us with emotional resilience and fortitude. When the weight seems unbearable, His grace sustains us, enabling us to endure and grow through trials we thought were impossible to face.

2 Corinthians 12:9 says, “But he said to me, ‘I am with you; that is all you need. My power shows up best in weak people.’” (TLB). This verse reminds us that our strength is found in God, who works powerfully through our weaknesses, giving us the ability to persevere.

When you reflect on what you’ve overcome, let it strengthen your faith. Remember, God is always at work in you, building resilience and courage for whatever lies ahead. If you are currently going through a huge issue, rely on God, He is waiting to help you.

Quote

Your strength grows when you lean into God’s grace.

Prayer

Lord, thank You for sustaining me with strength I didn’t know I had. Amen.

Action Point

Reflect on a past challenge and thank God for the strength He gave you to overcome it.

Copyright notices

(TLB) Scripture taken from The Living Bible (TLB). Copyright © 1971 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

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