I Am Your Strength: (Lean On Me)

I AM YOUR

STRENGTH

(LEAN ON ME)

(SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR SPREADING

THE GOSPEL AND DAILY LIVING)

PEARL K. HALL-RAGIN

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Lean On Me…

Jesus said I won’t let you Fall if you..... If

Lean On me!!

Pearl K. Hall-Ragin

PUSH-(Push until Something Happens)

Sometimes we hear a word from God and use our intellect to decipher what we think, He wants when all that he requires is simple obedience and faith in Him. He wants us to exercise the faith that moves mountains. He also wants us to know that God still moves the mountains.

When everything seems to go wrong… just P.U.S.H.

When your job gets you down… just P.U.S.H.

When your money runs out… just P.U.S.H.

When people do not understand you… just P.U.S.H

PRESS---your way to Prayer Service, Bible Study, and Worship Service.

PUSH--- Pray… Until Something… Happens

PRAY--- Praise God--- Remember whose you are---Always seek Him in all you do---Yield to the will of God Pushing, Pressing, & Praying Towards the Finish Line

PHILIPPIANS 3:12-14

12 Not that I have already obtained all this or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. 13 Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus (NIV).

The Apostle Paul is teaching the Philippians about pressing, pushing, and praying toward the finish line. Paul told the Philippians do not quit achieving their goals and not let their past hold them back. We all have a past! Your past is not your destiny, and your past does not define who you are. Just because you have made mistakes does not mean you are not worthy of the blessings God has in store for you. Press, push, and pray yourself toward the finish line.

Pearl K. Hall-Ragin

Table of Contents

Foreword

Commentary-Who gives strength …? The Family!!

Credits

Rest

El Shaddai the Lord Is My Strength

Bible Verses about Strength

Life Application

Section 1-Faith

Statement of Faith

Verse Study-Statement of Faith-Verse Used on the Statement of Faith

My Prayer- My Personal Prayer of encouragement - Lord, Rule Me in Every Area of My Life

Life Application - Why I Am a Christian

Section 2- The Bible

What Is the Bible?

Reading the Bible

The Bible-The Old Testament

The Bible-The New Testament

The Bible-a poem (author unknown taken from Gideon’s bible-the Bible contains the mind of God)

Question: "Why should we read the Bible / study the Bible?

Section 3- God

The Nature of God-God is Spirit-John 4:24

The Nature of God

The Attributes of God

Verse Study-Attributes of God

Verse Study-Attributes of God

Names of God (A way to understand his nature and character)

Wanting God’s Will

Life Application-Wanting God’s Will

Life Application-God’s House

Verse Study-Loving Gods House

Grace -Grace for the Heart.

Life Application-GRACE

Verse Study-Attributes Of Grace

Faith-Wikipedia definition faith

Sure Salvation, Part 1

Sure Salvation, Part 2 Why Should I Bother with Church?

Section 4-The Fruits of the Spirit

The Fruits of the Spirit

Life Application-Anger

Triumph Over Temptation

Section 5-Praise

Praise -1 Wikipedia definition on praise

Praise -2 The Power of Praise & Worship.

Praise -3 What is praise?

Praise -4 Praise is a lifestyle

Praise -5 How do we praise?

Section 6-Prayer

The Power Of Prayer

Prayer - What Gods Says about Prayer

Life Application-Prayer- Letter to an Elder

Corporate Prayer-12 Strong men that we must fight

Section 7-Witnessing

The Romans Road

Section 8-JESUS

Miracles of Jesus

What Do You Think of Jesus?

Names, Titles and Characters of Jesus Christ

Section 9-The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit - Knowing the Person of the Holy Spirit

The Baptism of the Holy Spirit

Tithing

Section 10-Important History

The Ten Commandments

Prophets-Major

Prophets-Minor (The Twelve)

The Temple: Center of Israel’s Worship

Christmas-The Birth of Christ

Easter-Why Christians celebrate Easter?

The Gospels-First four books of the New Testament

Section 11 Saint Peter & Paul

Peter-Facts

Peter-The Rock Dialogue

Peter-Famous Quotes

Why, is Peter the Apostle Important?

Paul’s Missionary journey

Section 12-Church Government

Five Fold Offices

Holy Communion

The Book of Revelation-Seven Churches

Section 13-Important Representations in the Bible

Symbols- Numbers-their meanings (one-beginning)

Symbolisms used in the Bible-Action (anointing)

Symbolisms used in the Bible-Objects (altar)

Symbolisms used in the Bible-Color (amber)

Symbolism in the Word of God

Symbolism in Dreams

Symbolism in Visions

Section 14-World Religions

Section 15-Pearl’s Picks

Did You Know -Martyrdom of the Disciples

Favorite Bible Stories OT- THE OLD TESTAMENT

Favorite Bible Stories NT- THE NEW TESTAMENT

Bible Stories for Children

Influential Women in the Bible

Nameless Women in the Bible

Section 16-And the final Word…….Time for my 2 minutes ….(A Word from the Author)

Koinonia

Gallery

About the Author

Foreword

Greeting in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ I trust that ALL IS WELL.

First, I would like to say that I am excited and extremely glad that you have chosen this book as your new sword. I trust that you will find it very useful in your regular devotions. This book is a compilation of all the information I found valuable in my daily walk.

The idea for this book was conceived from three concepts a song that a good friend Ms. Iris Youngblood-Green used to sing (Rest by Kelly Willard) when we were teenagers, every time I heard it; I would get oh so emotional just thinking about it.

When I was in my teen years, I use to get a book sent to my house called Time OutT it was a monthly workbook of Bible stories and challenges(my mother use to order them for me) I found them to be so much fun to read and do the puzzles attached.

Also, my military service. Where we carried a little book in our pockets with all the main information we needed to know as a soldier. I feel that s a foot soldier, in the army of the Lord, there are little things that we all should know too.

So, sit back, relax, and enjoy.

Then share, share, share…

Who gives strength …? The Family!!

First, I would like to dedicate this book In Memory of my daughter (Late) Crystal Nicole Massengburg, to my children (Late)Christopher, Ricky II, and Ja’Nell and my godchildren Tiffany, James, Tiara, Jackie, and Martin, my grandchildren Ejon, Shayah, Damira, Amir, Tavonna,, Terrell, Damar, DaQuan, Crystal, Jayla, Jasad, Sydney, Aston, Zion and Zory, Xavier, Haig, Hochi, Makhi, Madison, and Sofia, Reese and Anastasia. My Great Grands Nori and Nylee

My Sons & Daughters in heart Atiyah, Basil, Bart,Will, Ashley, Jessica, Tasha, Emmanuel, Timmy and Vashta Williams, Rasheen, Mike, Rich, Rev Lance Warren, Chris Wimberley, Chris Whitaker, Brian (Kid), Chris Rucker, Dean Booker, and Nakita Johnson, and John A .Jamison, Crystal Braxton, Shameka Johnson, Shaya Brustan, Sharnay Coles, Sharay Warren, Aaliyah Stewart, Michele Pratt Ahjanay Amos, Danielle Rodgers, Taylor, Smith, Mia Taylor, Ericka Davis, Samantha Pierre, Kayla Pratt and Jordan Townes

In memory of my mothers who were the SHERO’s of my life, (Late) Elizabeth Florence Hall and (Late) Ida Mae Pace and my HERO’s my fathers (Late) Howard Hall and (Late) Willard Downey Sr. My Grandmother (Late) Willie Mae Florence, My In-laws (Late) Romeo Ragin and Barbara Ragin. God Parents (Late) Mr. & Mrs Bernard Shannon, (Late) Mr. Manny and Mrs. Ruth Nesmith, Ms. Barbara Mintz. To my special mothers (Late)Ms. Rose Colley & (Late)Mrs. Kathy Jones, Ms. Alice LaSalle and Ms. Gerry Hunter, Ms. Mary Moore, Ms. Arleta Graham, Ms. Eldrean Robbins, Ms. Delores Bagwell, Ms. Gee Putty, (Late)Ms. Inez Bosley, (Late)Late)Mr. & Mrs. A. Brewington, (Late)Ms. Matthews, (Late)Ms. Heggs, Ms. Dorsey, (Late)Ms. Whitfield,(Late) Ms. Clavon,(Late) Ms. Beard, (Late)Ms. Covett, Ms. Best, Ms. Coffee, (Late)Ms. Rose Dennison and(Late) Ms. Rose Wilkins, (Late Ms Turner and Nancy (Late Ms Mabel, (Late) Ms Mertz, Ms. Kelly, (Late)Ms. Redmond and (Late)Ms. Amy Elam & Our crossing guard (Late)Ms. Toni Jones, (Late)Sarah Cromartie & (Late)Ms. Willamenia and (Late)Ms. Margaret Massenburg and (Late)Ms. Novella Williams, and (Late) Grace West (Late) Ollie McCrae-Ross, (Late) Chief Warrant Officer Laverne Blythe- Franklin

My brothers and sisters

Glen Pace, Rita Hunter, (Late)Greg Pace, Geraldine Pace, Linda Pace, Vance Pace, (Late)Billy (Willard Downey Jr), Carl Pemberton, Joseph, and Nicky Downey and LaVon Cruthers,

My god brother (Late) Eric, Louise Shannon, (Late)Jamie Shannon, Nancy Shannon, Kim Shannon and Amelia (Shorty)Shannon, and God Sister Lisa Nesmith-Bryant

My brother and Sister in Laws Tracy Pace. Tony Manugualt, (Late) Fred (Hutch) Hunter, Romeo (Ronnie) Ragin, JoAnne Ragin, Marie, (Late)Ericka, Butch, Brenda, Kelly, Terri, Fran, Sheena, Chris, and Jerome Ragin.

My Delancey, Spruce and Pine Street (DSP) Crew Barton Colley, David Dennison, Derrick Graham, (Late) Johnny Williams, (Late) Donald Boykins, Regina Heggs, Karen LaSalle, (Late) Antoinette Yellock, Rainelle Brewington, (Late) Matthew Whitfield Carolyn Whitfield, (Late) Pam Whitfield, and Cynthia Whitfield, (Late) Ellen Lewis, Eric Lewis and Jimmy Lewis, Luke, Donald, Tyrone and (Late) Juanda Boykins, Jimmy Moore, Vincent Johnson, (Late) Zackery Bagwell, (Late) Landy Bagwell, (Late) Tony Bagwell, The (Late) Tangy Bagwell, Bunchie and Jeffrey Bagwell, Monique Bosley, Angela Bosley Hoag Bosley, Marie, and Regina Henry. Tammy, Tanya, and Theron McClellan, Marvin, Wayne and Joyce Hayes, (Late)Joyce Redmond (Dianna Matthews, Liz Johnson, Vivien Johnson, Dennis Brewington Wayne Robbins, Keith & Katherine Robbins (Late) Barbara Robbins, Christina Robbins Kevin Robins and Big Sis Eldrena, Billy and Anthony, Dina, Billy, Juan Edney, Wendell Holmes, I grew up with all of you! Who were more like brothers & Sisters to me!

My nieces and nephews

Jeffrey Nesmith, Tynisha White, Marion Pace, Lamar Pace, Sherish Tanisha,, Zavion, Christina, Justina, Ayana, Tracy, Tyshima, Rymir, Leandra, and Lil Zai, Devon Tymir, William & Tracy III, Zackary and Quinza, Romell, Kianna, Jeffrey, Terrance, Rendell & Kershin, Tyasia and my great nieces and nephews.

The Florence Family, The Hall Family the Pace Family, The Brown family, The Ragin Family, My aunts (Late)May Florence, (Late)Juanita Ragin and (Late)Sarah Ragin, (Late)Mattie Brown, (Late)Essie Pace, (Late) Lucy Hall. Lillian Hall. (Late)Flossie Hall, Ella (Late)Mae Florence, (Late)Mary Florence, (Late) Easter Florence, and (Late)Silvia Florence and (Late)Loretta Florence. Uncles (Late)Coleman Florence, (Late)Oscar Florence, (Late)Jessie Florence, (Late)Arêtes Florence, (Late)Homer Florence Jr, (Late) Don Carroll, (Late)Roy Hall, (Late)Herbert Hall, (Late)James Hall. My cousins Juanita Alexander, Linda Hall, and Louise (Weezy) Lopez, Alma (Peanut), Peter Lopez and (Late)Robert Hall, Patricia Brown, Lorraine Brown, and Ella, (Late) Juan Brown, Michael, Gerald, (Late)Nate Brown, Pete Andre, Margaret, Pace, and Troy Brown & Kia, Terry, and Darren. (Late)Delores (Dee) Netzband, (Late)Sissy Hall, (Late)Melvin Hall, Gene, John, Ruby, Doris Bishop, & Art, (Late)Christine Hall, Jeanette Hall-Merritt and Francis Hall, Diane Williams, Andrietta Ragin, (Late)Tanya Williams and Darlene, Elder Nathaniel Bassett III (Nat Butter) and Charlotte, Natalie, Marie, Omar, Malcolm, Nakia, Johnathan, (Late)Sandy Smalls, (Late) Tommy and Will.

My Dear friends

(Late Husband) Richard R. Ragin Sr., SSG Donald Linwood Underwood, SFC Rufus Earl Taylor, CW3 Rodney A Harris, Dorian Martinez, John McCrae, Denise Dade, Diane Livingston, Vivian Johnson, Carrie Ross, Jane Whitaker, Roberta Goldsmith and Jearline Brown, Paula Jordan (Hinton) and (Late)Debbie Jenkins. Pam & Brenda, Noreen, Big Sis (Paula) and Mom. (Late)Ms. Elaine, Ms. Carrie Spann and Late (Late) Carolyn Huddleston Greer (University of PA Community Wharton Education Program)

My Associations and Affiliations

Sisters in Transformation, Wives in Training Facebook/Clubhouse Groups. Women in Military Services and Philadelphia Area Ministries that Rock The Morning Room, Pearl’s Joy Concern Parent Advocate Services (C.A.P.S.) The Alumni Intuitive (TAI)and AHARI(A Home is a Right)and my Melalueca Family.

My Work Family

The 157th (M) Infantry Brigade, 972, Personnel Service Company, 87th Engineer Battalion, 577th Engineer Brigade, 413th Postal Service Company,315thEngineer Brigade,3/42 Field Artillery. 424th Medical Logistics Company, 87th Medical Battalion the 99th RSC, 77th ARCOM, CBP Philadelphia Port Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection,

For their inspiration and support!!!

Remember No Man Is An Island…..My Strength Partners -over the years-People who have listened, guided, and helped me become who I am....today…We are our brother’s keepers……….

To My Pastor, Apostle Dr. Theresa Settles, my former Apostle Jimmie A. Ellis III, Apostle Willma Banks-Alston, Late Apostle Thelma Malone, and Bishop David Hill and the Late Rev Wright Miller, who guided me from childhood thru adulthood and encouraged me every step of the way. To Pastors that have influenced my life over the years, (Late)Rev & Mrs. Grander Lee Smith, (Late)Bishop RT Jones, Rev Timothy Jones Jr, Rev Rachael Jones-Baxter (Late)Rev William Drury, Pastor Rachael Jones, Rev Barbara Day, Bishop Steven Walker, Apostle Eric Lambert, and Pastor Sharon Bellinger, Pastor Winona Stewart and Pastor Joey and Damira Perez. Apostle Francis Brinson, (Late)Dr. John Scott and (Late)Bro George Johnson, (Late)Deacon Manny Nesmith, (Late) Deacon Lee & Deaconess Ann Easterling, Deacon & Mrs. Fountain, (Late) Deacon Prestine Bellinger and Deacon & Mrs. Parker, (Late)Bro David Jenkins, (Late) Sis Pat Smart, Sis Pearl Green, (Late)Rozena Williams, and Mary Williams. Mr. & Mrs... Lester Collins Sr.,

My Ministry Friends

Elder John Slay, Sis Ann Deshler, and Dee Buck Walter, Sis Pamela Collins, Deacon Lester Collins Jr., Bonnie and Beverly Moncrief, Beverly Hicks, Roz Smith and Millie, Shirley Lewis, Lester, Blaine & Chris Guiding, Duke, Ann Deshler, Doug and Charlene and, Hattie McGraw, Angel Patton, Jenine Kelly, Liz and Linda Scott, Secret, Donna and Chrissy, Jean Gleaves, Crystal Sharper and Denise Walker, Dina, Dino Bryant, (Late)Mylow Young, Jay Youngblood, Harry, Barry, Charles, Coodie, Sis Pat Kinnon, Sis Pearl, Juanita and Kim Kinnon, Darren, Kenny,, Pastor & Mrs. Matt Gallashaw Sr. Matt Gallashaw II and Joi, Min Calvin and (Late) MaryAnn Harris, and Min Carolyn (Carrie) Ross, Elder Gwennette Ross, and Elder Eric Braswell, Elder Anita Braxton, Pastor Chris & Beth Johnson, Minister Iris Youngblood-Green and Deaconess Veronica Morales, Evangelists, Deacon Nate Griffin, Minister Carol Malone, CJ, Carl and Cathy Malone Pastor Todd Dunbar, Pastor Darien Thomas, Kurt Keene, Cindy & Tommy, Keene, Evangelist Gloria Wright, Rev Charles and Evangelist Rhondella Allen, Bill and LTonya Billups, Lisa Adkins, and Lynette Fuller. Mother Rucker, Sis Bonita Patterson, Margaret Bradley, Pat Jackson, Pat Kinnon, Odessa Newborn, Julian and Debbie Jenkins, Pastor Brian, and Pam Williams,), Lorna Bingham and Ramona Thompson. Dell Edwards, Burke, Pastor Sanya Edwards-Amarfio and my Sister Friend Pastor Tanya Edwards-Moore,

To my Church Families of:

Transforming Life Christian Center, Victory Christian Center (The Bedrock of South West Philly)

The Temple of Love and Praise, Inc., Rome Emanuel Baptist Church, Phila, Pa. Teen Haven Christian Youth Services Phila, Pa, Christian Stronghold Baptist Church, Bethany Baptist Church, Beulah Baptist Church, Zion Hill Baptist Church, Crusaders For Christ Evangelistic Church International, Second Pilgrim Baptist Church Gospel Temple Baptist Church, Deliverance Mission For Christ, Christian Tabernacle Church of God and Christ (Jones Tabernacle), Deliverance Evangelistic Church, Sharon Hill Baptist Church, Robinson Chapel, Calvary Baptist Church, Abundant Life Healing Fellowship, CFC Chosen Generation & Teen Haven Jesus Soul Patrol, Kingdom Builders Outreach Ministry*(formally Unified N Christ) Theresa Settles Ministries (TSM)New Creation Worship Center.

Credits

Our Special Thanks to:

1. Zondervan and International Bible Society for permission to use the NIV, TNIV and the NIrV;

2. The American Bible Society for permission to use the Good News Translation of the Bible;

3. Baker Publishing Group for permission to use the Evangelical Dictionary of Biblical Theology;

4. Broadman & Holman Publishers for permission to use the Holman Christian Standard Bible;

5. Deuel Enterprises, Inc. for permission to use the Third Millennium Bible;

6. God’s Word to the Nations for permission to use the GOD’S WORD translation of the Bible;

7. Jewish New Testament Publications, Inc. for permission to use the Complete Jewish Bible;

8. The Lockman Foundation for permission to use the New American Standard Bible;

9. The National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA for permission to use the New Revised Standard Version;

10. Thomas Nelson Publishers for permission to use the New King James Version of the Bible;

11. Tyndale House Publishers for permission to use the 12. New Living Translation of the Bible;

12. Logos Bible Study Software for permission to use 10,000 Sermon Illustrations.

13. Holy Bible, KJV, RSV, 15. Thompson Chain NIV

14. Sermon Notes, Pastor Thomas E. Miles, Sr.

15. The New Testament and Wycliffe Bible Commentary

Greek-English New Testament

Rest

Words & Music by Kelly Willard

Copyright 1979

Sometimes I feel like crying

Sometimes I feel like dying

Life seems so complicated.

Sometimes I don’t even know if I’ll make it

But then I hear a voice within me saying,

Ooooh, Ooooh...

SOME MEANING FOR REST

REST- rest

¹ /rɛst/ Show Spelled [rest] Show IPA

Noun

The refreshing quiet or repose of sleep: a good night’s rest. Refreshing ease or inactivity after exertion or labor: to allow an hour for rest. Relief or freedom, especially from anything that wearies, troubles, or disturbs.

A period or interval of inactivity, repose, solitude, or tranquility: to go away for a rest. Mental or spiritual calm; tranquility. A place that provides shelter or lodging for travelers, as an inn. Any stopping or resting place: a roadside rest for weary hikers. A piece or thing for something to rest on: a hand rest. A supporting device; support.

Verb (used without object)

To refresh oneself, as by sleeping, lying down, or relaxing. To relieve weariness by cessation of exertion or labor.

To be at ease; have tranquility or peace. To be at ease; have tranquility or peace. To be quiet or still.

To rely (usually followed by on or upon). To be based or founded (usually followed by on or upon).

Throughout this Book, I will comment on the songwriter’s words for REST it will start the song for Strength says…. Look for it. You will, for sure. be blessed by the words of the songwriter.

Another song that I often sing, when I think of the Lord is called by El Shaddai

EL SHADDAI

Words & Music by Amy Grant

Copyright 1979

EL SHADDAI

Through Your love and through the ram,

You saved the son Of Abraham.

Through the power. Of Your hand,

turned the sea, Into dry land.

To the outcast, on her knees,

You were the God, who really sees.

And by Your might, you set your children free.

El Shaddai the Lord Is My Strength

El-Shaddai, El-Shaddai [means God Almighty, God Almighty]

El-Elyon na Adonai [means God in the highest, Oh, Lord]

Age to age, You’re still the same

By the power of the name.

El-Shaddai, El-Shaddai

Erkamka na Adonai [means We will love You, Oh, Lord]

We will praise and lift You high

El-Shaddai

References located in the Bible, which refers to the Lord as being your Strength.

Exodus 15:2 The LORD is my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he is my God, and I will prepare him an habitation; my father’s God, and I will exalt him.

Psalms 22:19 but be not thou far from me, O LORD: O my strength, haste thee to help me.

Psalms 27:1 The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall, I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?

Psalms 28:7 The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore, my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.

Psalms 118:14 says The LORD is my strength and song and is become my salvation.

When asked about time that the Lord revealed his self to me and how did he reveal hisself all I could think of is how over the years he has been my strength he has been my El-Shaddai Isaiah 12:2 Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the LORD JEHOVAH is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation. When I think of God’s Love and all he has done for me. Not only has he been my personal strong tower but has provided a strong tower for many from the beginning of time. Isaiah 49:5 and now, saith the LORD that formed me from the womb to be his servant, to bring Jacob again to him, Though Israel be not gathered, yet shall I be glorious in the eyes of the LORD, and my God shall be my strength. As I meditate on his love, I can’t forget why I am on this journey. If it had not been for his gift of his only son.

Bible Verses about Strength

26 Encouraging Scripture Quotes

Book of scriptures Verses about strength must start and end with God. It is the power and strength that begins from God that passes on us. As Christians, we need to surrender to the strength that God gives, and His strength is made faultless in our weakness. As you read through these hallowed written works refers to strength being in that it isn’t your strength that is required but the strength that God eagerly supplies.

All Strength Comes from God

It is so refreshing to know that we can find rest in the strength and comfort that God will provide while facing troubles of various kinds. Allow Him to have priority and show Himself strong. God wants to show Himself strong for your benefit. Surrender to Him today and let the peace that He gives you take control. We cannot fully serve God without completely surrendering to His strength.

1. Chronicles 16:9 For the eyes of the LORD run to and from throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him. In this, you have done foolishly; therefore, from now on, you shall have wars."

2. Isaiah 40:28-31 Have you not known? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable. He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even youths shall faint and be weary, and young men shall fall exhausted, 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.

3. 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.

4. Chronicles 16:11 Seek the LORD and his strength; seek his presence continually!

5. 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.

6. Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

7. Psalm 18:32-34 the God who equipped me with strength and made my way blameless. He made my feet like the feet of a deer and set me secure on the heights. He trains my hands for war, so that my arms can bend a bow of bronze.

8. 1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation, he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.

9. Psalm 119:23 Even though princes sit plotting against me, your servant will meditate on your statutes.

Examples of Showing Strength in the Bible

The accompanying Bible verses on being strong show us the scriptural strength and confidence it takes to trust in God so completely that He becomes your strength. Imagine how much confidence it took for Abraham to be willing to give up his highly anticipated child Isaac.

10. David-1 Samuel 30:6 And David was greatly distressed, for the people spoke of stoning him, because all the people were bitter in soul, each for his sons and daughters. But David strengthened himself in the LORD his God.

11. Paul-2 Timothy 4:17 But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed, and all the Gentiles might hear it. So, I was rescued from the lion’s mouth.

12. Peter-1 Peter 4:11 Whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.

13. Joshua-Joshua 1:9-11 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. And Joshua commanded the officers of the people, Pass through the midst of the camp and command the people, ‘Prepare your provisions, for within three days you are to pass over this Jordan to go in to take possession of the land that the LORD your God is giving you to possess.’"

14. Abraham-Genesis 22:1-3 After these things God tested Abraham and said to him, Abraham! And he said, Here am I. He said, Take your son, your only son Isaac, whom you love, and go to the land of Moriah, and offer him there as a burnt offering on one of the mountains of which I shall tell you. So, Abraham rose early in the morning, saddled his donkey, and took two of his young men with him, and his son Isaac. And he