And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, 10 so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him: bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; 11 being strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy; 12 giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light.
It is one thing to know the right thing to do, and to realize that there is no other way than God's way to do so. It is quite another thing to do it. That takes strength - not just physical strength, but mental - and even more so, spiritual strength. That is something we cannot develop on our own. With physical strength we can at least try to eat, rest, and stay active, but with spiritual strength we must add to our feeding on the Word, trusting in His will, and seeking to serve Him, a strength that only comes from Him. He is the One Who gives us the endurance and patience to not give up on ourselves or life, and press on with joyful hearts. We can and must truly say: "Lord, I cannot do this day without Your strength. I'm ready to receive what You have for me today, and that is enough."
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