Our question comes from Job 6:11.
“What is my strength, that I should hope? And what is my end, that I should prolong my life?”
Sometimes, life wears us down. We get to the end of our strength and wonder if we have any hope left. Job felt this way. He asked, “What is my strength, that I should hope? And what is my end, that I should prolong my life?” It’s a raw, honest cry from a man who’s been through the fire. And you know what? That honesty is a gift. Because God doesn’t need us to pretend we’re okay. He wants us to bring our real feelings to Him—the doubts, the pain, the questions.
When you feel weak, remember this: faith isn’t about having all the answers or never feeling down. It’s about showing up, even when you don’t have the strength to hope. God meets us in those moments. He listens to our cries and holds us close, not because we have it all together, but because we’re willing to be real with Him.
So, if you’re weary today, bring your honesty to God. Let Him carry your burden. Your weakness is the place where His strength shines brightest. And in that, hope is born again.
I’m Lonnie Davis, and these are thoughts worth thinking.