DON’T GIVE UP
“But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded.”
2 Chronicles 15:7 NIV
Can you think of a time recently where something was so hard that you just wanted to give up, but you didn’t? Where did you draw strength from? What kept you going?
One of the most incredible parts of being a Christ-follower is that our own strength is only part of the equation. God’s strength wells up in us. Psalm 46:1 says, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” How incredible that it doesn’t say, “A sometimes present help.” He is “a very present help.”
God knew what Asa faced. He knew every detail of the burden, and all that was at stake. God also knew the strength He could provide to someone willing to rely on Him. He didn’t say, “Good luck out there, that looks rough so don’t blow it.” He said, “But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded.”
Just as Asa heard these words and took courage, we can take courage, too. We are not alone. We can rely on God’s strength. The reward is coming. Don’t give up.
Trust God to Work
God doesn’t call the qualified—He qualifies the called. All He asks for is our obedience and willingness, and He does the rest. Keep trusting Him to work through you!
Prayer
God, Thank you that You know exactly what i am facing. You understand my challenges and I am so grateful You still love me and want to fill me up with your strength. I am relying on You! Help me receive Your strength and keep me going!
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
