How God’s Internal Power Helps Us Live a Resilient Life

Have you ever faced a difficult situation in life and yet found the strength to bounce back? That ability to persevere and remain strong in the face of adversity is called resilience. While this strength is often considered a personal attribute, a gift from God, it does not stop there. You can tap into God’s internal power at any time, impacting your ability to live a resilient life. Let’s explore how the Lord’s strength can enhance our capacity to face life’s unexpected trials with courage and fortitude.

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The Gift of God’s Internal Power

God’s internal power begins to live inside us when we ask Jesus to become our Lord and Savior. We don’t have to search far to find it. This extraordinary force surpasses human limitations and understanding while providing strength, wisdom, guidance, support, and much more. We can tap into this at any time.

There’s only one power in the world great enough to help us rise above the difficult things we face: the power of God.

–Stormie Omartian

Have you ever looked back at a challenging situation and wondered how you made it through calm, cool, and collected? 

A Lesson in a Storm

For years we camped and boated on Lake Powell. We started when our children were 1, 3, and 5. We would pull the boat up to the dock, load it up to just above sinking level, playpens and all, and head out to a remote area accessible only by boat. As we left the marina, our cell phones would automatically go silent as service diminished. The hum of the boat would drown out the world around us, which made it easy to leave our cares behind. 

As one enters the narrow canyons, the stunning tall majestic red rock rises from the water and touches the bright blue sky above. To me, it is a place that feels holy, like I’ve entered God’s sanctuary. The nearness of the Lord is ever so present, and peace permeates my soul. 

Storms Will Come

However, while out on the water, tranquility is not assured. The peace and calm can quickly fade as a storm blows through and wreaks devastation. Hmm, it sounds like life.

One particular night we were awakened by a raging storm. My husband jumped up and ran to the shoreline to save the boat from floating away, our only transportation out of the canyon. After all, we could be stuck waiting for days for strangers to choose our little secluded place. I heard someone whimpering my name, “Mommy, we’re scared.” from the small tent next to ours where the two oldest children were bravely sleeping alone. Quickly I unzipped the tent as the wind whipped at my face and sand pelted my skin. Our belongings were clanging as they strewed across the campsite.

I made my way, grabbed the two, and as I turned around, I saw our big tent fly up in the air with my little one inside. Frantically, with God’s strength, I managed to grab ahold, and we all jumped in it to weigh it down. I pulled and tugged to scoot the ice chest inside, and we huddled close, prayed, and listened to the storm’s roar. 

God’s Internal Power Will Give Us What We Need

God gave me what I needed that night, a strength beyond my capabilities, courage, and resilience to keep going. Did I mention I’m a city girl, and camping was not my thing, yet I went back year after year, and we hit storm after storm? The stories I could tell.

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Building Resilience Through Our Faith

When we face difficult times, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed and hopeless. Turning to our faith can help us build resilience by reminding us that we have the gift of God’s internal power. With His help, we can find the strength to persevere and even find meaning in the midst of the unexpected. 

Little did I know that through each storm of nature, God was preparing me for the challenges ahead in life. He taught me to trust in Him that the storms will come and go and peace will follow. After that first storm, we awakened to sunshine, blue skies, and calm water, not a ripple in sight. The most important concept I learned was that I would never be alone if I turned to Jesus and relied on my faith.

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Our Relationship with Jesus

To live a resilient life, we must start by strengthening our relationship with Jesus. To grow closer takes ongoing effort and commitment on our part. By setting aside time each day to pray and reflect, we can build a foundation of strength that will sustain us through the ups and downs of life. 

What helps you to keep growing closer to God? 

“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father’s hand. I and the Father are one.” 
(John 10:27-30 ESV)

Perspective

One way that Faith helps us build resilience is by giving us a sense of perspective. When we focus on the bigger picture and remember that God is in control, we can see our problems differently.

Trust and Surrender

Building resilience through faith involves surrendering control and trusting the Lord. This action does not happen on its own we must choose to trust, and if you are anything like me, I have to do this repeatedly. As we practice trust and surrender, it builds our faith stronger. 

It helps me to say upfront, “I choose to put my trust in you, Lord, no matter the outcome.” 

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Gratitude & Hope

Reflecting on our blessings can help us build our faith by reminding us Jesus is at work in our lives. Looking for reasons to be grateful cultivates a sense of hope that helps us live resiliently. 

Perhaps start a gratitude journal and write down three blessings a day. Or download my prayer journal using the T.R.U.S.T as your guide.

Overcoming Fear and Doubt Through Faith

Fear and doubt can take hold when faced with challenges or setbacks in life, making it difficult to see a way forward. However, we can find the strength to overcome these feelings by developing a solid relationship with God, surrendering, and trusting Him. We are then able to tap into God’s internal power. Don’t forget talking with the Lord can help us to quiet our minds and trust in God’s guidance. While reading the Bible can offer us hope and inspiration, it is through Faith, we can find the courage to take the next step, even when afraid.

Finding Comfort and Support in God’s Internal Power

As you build and maintain your Faith, God’s internal power will provide solace and comfort in distress. We then can harness the power of God’s internal strength to navigate challenges with grace and resilience.

Overcoming Obstacles with God’s Internal Power

We will still face challenges and unexpected difficulties, but we can approach them with peace, knowing that God is with us every step of the way. Tapping into God’s internal power can empower us to overcome insurmountable obstacles. It provides the strength to persist when faced with adversity, instills hope amid despair, and inspires us to find meaning in our struggles. Countless stories of individuals who have triumphed over hardship through their Faith stand as testaments to the transformative power of God’s internal power in overcoming obstacles. 

The Greatest Gift

Resilience is one of the Lord’s greatest gifts to us. By cultivating a strong faith and relationship with God, we can tap into God’s internal power and live a resilient life. Through trials, we will emerge stronger and more compassionate. 

As the Bible says, “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance” (James 1:2-3 NIV). 

So, let us embrace this gift from God and use it to become the best versions of ourselves. Remember,

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Will you share a time when God’s internal power helped you live a resilient life?

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