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Strength, as depicted in the Bible, holds significant importance in the life of believers. It extends beyond physical prowess to encompass spiritual, emotional, and mental resilience. The Bible teaches that true strength comes from God.
It is not dependent on human abilities or resources alone but is derived from a deep relationship with Him. The Scriptures frequently remind us that God is our source of strength and that we can rely on His power in times of weakness.
Scriptures about Strength
1 Chronicles 16:11
“Seek the LORD and his strength; seek his presence continually!”
Psalm 18:32
“the God who equipped me with strength and made my way blameless.”
Isaiah 40:29
“He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength.”
Psalm 28:7
“The LORD is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him.”
Nehemiah 8:10
“Then he said to them, ‘Go your way. Eat the fat and drink sweet wine and send portions to anyone who has nothing ready, for this day is holy to our Lord. And do not be grieved, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.'”
2 Corinthians 12:9-10
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”
Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Psalm 46:1
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Ephesians 6:10
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.”
Exodus 15:2
“The LORD is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation; this is my God, and I will praise him, my father’s God, and I will exalt him.
Isaiah 40:31
“But they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”
Psalm 119:28
“My soul melts away for sorrow; strengthen me according to your word!”
Deuteronomy 31:6
“Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”
Psalm 138:3
“On the day I called, you answered me; my strength of soul you increased.”
1 Corinthians 16:14
“Let all that you do be done in love.”
Psalm 29:11
“May the LORD give strength to his people! May the LORD bless his people with peace!”
Psalm 119:105
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”
Isaiah 12:2
“Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid; for the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation.”
Psalm 27:1
“The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”
Final Thoughts about Strength in the Bible
The Apostle Paul wrote in Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” This verse illustrates the divine empowerment available to those who trust in God. Paul stated these words after acknowledging he was content, no matter his circumstances. The Bible also emphasizes that strength is not about asserting dominance over others but about displaying humility and serving others with love.
It encourages believers to be strong and courageous in the face of adversity, knowing that God goes before them. Furthermore, the biblical concept of strength encompasses inner fortitude, enabling believers to persevere through trials, resist temptation, and stand firm in their faith.
Through the indwelling Holy Spirit, believers can draw on God’s strength to overcome challenges and live in accordance with His will. Strength in the biblical sense involves surrendering our own weaknesses to God, allowing Him to work in and through us. It is through our reliance on God’s strength that we can find comfort, hope, and victory, knowing that His power is made perfect in our weakness.
