In many of Paul’s letters in the New Testament we see his reliance on Christ’s strength and power, not his. In II Corinthians 12:9, he describes his “thorn in the flesh” and how the Lord reminded him that, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.” In both Ephesians 3:16 and Colossians 1:11 he writes about being strengthened with power through the Holy Spirit…giving him endurance, patience, and joy. And in II Timothy 4:17, he encourages the young Timothy that he can depend on the Lord to stand by him and strengthen him in times of adversity. So despite anything happening today, I can confidently say that I know where my help and strength comes from…it comes from the Lord. (Psalm 121:1-2)