Strengthened from Within

 

Text: Ephesians 3:16 (KJV)

That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man.

Friends, true courage does not come from outward appearance or physical strength, it comes from within. Though, we have the attitude to try to appear strong on the outside while feeling weak and overwhelmed inside.  But God is more concerned about your inner strength because that is where real courage is built.  Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things through Christ Jesus which strengtheneth me. When your inner man is strengthened by the Holy Spirit, you can stand firm regardless of what is happening around you. Considering a building, it needs a solid foundation to withstand storms, so our lives require inner spiritual strength to endure challenges. Often, our outward situations may shake, but when your spirit is fortified, you remain unmovable. Isaiah 40:31 - But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. Remember we cannot be weary because the same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead dwells in us. So, we carry divine power on the inside.  Therefore, we must intentionally build our inner strength through prayer, studying God’s Word, and constant fellowship with Him.

Amazingly, the unexpected trials, challenges notwithstanding, our inner strength gives us the ability to respond with courage instead of fear. 2 Corinthians 4:16 says, For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. This shows that no matter what you face externally, God is continuously renewing and empowering you internally. So, do not focus on your limitations, rather focus on the strength God is supplying within you. Even in that odd moment, God is empowering you for a courageous living in Jesus name.

Prayer Points:

1. Oh Lord, strengthen our inner man with Your Spirit and fill us with divine power in Jesus’ name.
2. Faithful Father, help us to remain strong within regardless of external challenges in Jesus’ name.

Action Quote: Remember, when your inner man is strong, no external battle can break