STRONG

When someone says the word strong what do you think of?  Most people think of strength.  They think of lifting weights increasing the muscles in your body.  Exchanging the fat for that of muscle.  For some people to be strong in muscle mass takes years and years to exert great bodily power.   It takes hours of working out, weight lifting strength training, sweating day in and day out to increase the physical power.  However today when I think of strong I don’t think of the bodily strength.  I think of strength of the mind, to be mentally powerful.  To have courage, to be brave in all circumstances. 

So how can one exert the strength of the mind?  The only way that someone can become strong to withstand the storms that blow their way is by having the Lord weather the storm with them.  Joshua 1:9 states:

Joshua 1:9

New International Version (NIV)

9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

God is with us.  He doesn’t want us to fear the unknown that is present in our future.  He wants us to understand that He is with us no matter what happens in our lives.  The key to success is to rely fully on Him.  Mediate on His word, allowing it to calm your spirit and bring you peace. 

Focus on God and not your circumstances.  As you allow Him to work around you, you will see His presence in every situation.  He is the great defender and deliverer, He is in control; there is no need to fear.  He’s got this.