Strengthened with the Might of the Lord
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Colossians 1:11
We pray that you may be invigorated and strengthened with all power according to the might of His glory, [to exercise] every kind of endurance and patience (perseverance and forbearance) with joy.
Paul wrote to the Colossians and told them he was praying for them.
He prayed they would be refreshed, renewed, and invigorated.
He also prayed they would be strengthened.
May his prayer be heard by the Lord God Almighty on our behalf today just as it was received two thousand years ago.
God is the Source of all things beautiful and wonderful.
There is no shortage of renewal, refreshment, or inspiration in His kingdom.
And as the Creator of this universe, He continues to pour all good things into His people.
Paul wrote that refreshment and strength are needed so we may have endurance.
Endurance to endure the difficult.
Endurance when we may not feel like finishing the race.
We may feel less than energetic in the afterglow of Christmas.
There are times when we just feel blah.
However, even during the blah times our hearts can be ablaze with God’s love and joy.
He puts His joy in our hearts.
He renews and refreshes our minds.
He invigorates our souls.
And He will do this for us so we can persist and endure to the end.
All for God’s glory.
All because of God’s glory.
He is and will always be the source of might, strength, endurance, power, and joy.
Today I choose to allow God to renew and invigorate my spirit as He pours joy in my heart to help me endure until the end.
May you find an extra measure of joy in your heart today as the Lord pours His Spirit into yours.
Daily Prayer:
O Lord, thank You for Your Word that reminds us of Your power. You strengthen us with Your unlimited and unending power and might. You renew and refresh our minds. You provide us with everything we need to endure the difficulties of this world. And You fill us with joy as we press on and wait on You. May Your joy continue to flood our souls as we move through the tasks of the day. Keep our eyes on You. Help us bless someone this day. Thank You for hearing our prayer.
Answer: I AM the Source of all you need, and I will continue to refresh and renew and strengthen your spirit.
Response: Thank You for providing us with all that we need, Lord. In Jesus’ name, amen.
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