We are often called upon to show inner strength when faced with difficulties. In fact, it has become popular to add the word “Strong” to those faced with tragedy. After the Boston Marathon bombings t-shirts, banners, etc. displayed “Boston Strong” to indicate that those affected would have the inner strength to carry on and thrive. Every significant event since has used the same type of slogan to declare that people would thrive, despite the circumstances. But where do we get this strength? Do we all possess it all the time as these slogans tend to indicate?
Psalm 18:31-32 says, “For who is God, but the Lord? And who is a rock, except our God? the God who equipped me with strength and made my way blameless.” There is only one God and He alone gives us strength to walk blamelessly. He gives us the inner strength to carry on despite the troubles and temptations we face. We don’t possess this strength naturally and can’t display this inner quality at all times, despite the slogans. We must trust in God, our rock, to give us the strength we need when we need it.
Reluctant Retiree 