It is written, “We pray that you’ll have that strength to stick it out over the long haul – not the grim strength of gritting your teeth but the glory strength God gives. It is strength that endures the unendurable and spills over into joy.” (Colossians 1:11)

I love our quiet time together. It’s not your strength, but mine which carries you through. Since you do not know when your work will be done, you must rely on my strength for the long haul. Likewise, you can’t know what work I’m doing behind the scenes, so you will need extraordinary faith to trust in my plan for your life. Extraordinary faith is a gift from my Holy Spirit. You already have this within you. As my Holy Spirit also resides in you.

So you are wise to continue speaking with me and clinging to me. As my work is completed, so will your faith be strengthened. It’s really that simple. We work together. And I will guide you, if you let me.