Strength is

Strength is

a gentle and quiet spirit.

It is contentment with who God has made you,

where God has positioned you

and the great plans He has for you.

It is rising after every fall in God’s strength,

trusting that He will guide your steps and heal your wounds.

Strength may not be seen in achievement, but in the small flame of courage 

(though it may only just flicker).

Strength is embracing the gifts from God: those promised and those given,

keeping your eyes open to see them, choosing joy always

 - not always happiness, but constantly joy.

Strength is never found in oneself,

but devoid of pride, is found in a steady reliance on God.

Strength is continually realizing

your own shortcomings,

weaknesses,

and admitting your inability to continue with out

God’s providence and presence,

Jesus’ saving grace

and the Spirit’s guiding hand.

Strength is not found

On earth

in wealth,

in flesh or

through pride

but is firmly rooted in heaven.