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The World’s Strongest Men

What guy hasn’t dreamed of bench pressing a record amount of weight, having bulging biceps and six-pack abs, or possessing the strength of the Hulk?

Some guys live this dream.

The World’s Strongest Man competition tests athletes with incredible feats—lifting stones, carrying heavy loads, even pulling airplanes and cars…all pushing the limits of human strength and endurance. Among the legends, Mariusz Pudzianowski stands out with five titles from 2002 to 2008, demonstrating that toughness is more than just muscle. His grit, resilience, and determination—even through injuries—embody true strength.

Real strength is more than muscle—it’s your energy, time, and resources. To love God with your strength means offering God not just our physical abilities but also our capacity for action.

But it’s not only about having strength; we must recognize the Source of true strength.

Exodus 15:2 (NIV) records that after the dramatic defeat of Pharaoh’s armies at the Red Sea, Moses declared, “The LORD is my strength…He is my God, and I will praise him…” The apostle Paul understood that he could face any circumstance, good or bad, because the Lord gave him strength (Philippians 4:13).

The transformation of our physical, mental, emotional, and practical strength into a reflection of the Son is a vital part of spiritual formation. Jesus poured out His strength for others—walking, healing, teaching, and serving, culminating in His very physical final days of arrest, beatings, torture, and carrying His own cross to His death. He never turned away from His mission, even when it was physically demanding and filled with pain.

God desires a man’s strength—whether physical, mental, emotional, or practical—to reflect His Son. We often invest a lot of energy into our careers and work projects, and we can dedicate significant effort to hobbies like hunting, fishing, sports, or exercise. While none of these activities are inherently wrong, the key question is whether we are using our strength in ways that shape us into the image of the Son or directing it toward selfish pursuits, wasting it on things that hold little eternal significance.

God calls us to steward our energy and strength in ways that honor Him with our bodies (1 Corinthians 6:20) and build His Kingdom. Spiritual formation involves surrendering our capacity for action to God’s purposes rather than selfish ones. Jesus’ Great Commandment challenge is the key to becoming the world’s strongest men.

Prayer: Father, I give You all my strength. Use my energy, skills, and body for Your glory. Amen.

Reflection: Do an audit of your schedule: are you focusing your energy on what truly matters, or are there things wasting your time, energy, and emotions? Commit to one healthy physical habit this week: rest, exercise, or improved eating. Ask God to show you how you could use some of your energy today to serve someone.