Lent | Week 1: Turning Back to GodSample

Day 6 | A Different Kind of Strength

“Pull yourself up by your bootstraps!” “Tough it out!” “Only the strong survive!” With phrases like these in our vernacular, it's no wonder we feel like we need to be strong all the time.

We don’t want to admit when we’re struggling – but going too long trying to compensate for our weaknesses (or ignore them altogether) is a fast track to burnout. But here’s the good news: Paul reminds us that God’s power shows up the most in our lives when we feel the weakest.

Lent is a season that challenges our self-sufficiency. When we fast or give something up, it makes us painfully aware of our limitations. When we take time to reflect, we’re forced to confront how badly we need grace. You don’t have to be strong on your own. God created you to depend on him and experience the goodness of his grace and provision in your life.

Pray: God, I’m tired of trying to be strong on my own. Help me rely on your power today. Amen.