I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Paul learned that in plenty or in need, Christ gives the strength for whatever comes.
God is a refuge and a very present help, right now, in this trouble.
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
God is a refuge and a very present help, right now, in this trouble.
KJV1God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 2Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; 3Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah. 4There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High.
Israel’s prayer book: songs of trust, lament, thanks and praise, many of them by David.
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Paul learned that in plenty or in need, Christ gives the strength for whatever comes.
But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
Waiting on the Lord renews strength: you will run and not be weary.
He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.
When you have nothing left, God gives power to the faint.
Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
Courage is commanded because God goes with you wherever you go.
And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Your weakness is the place where God’s grace and power show up most clearly.