F.E. Marsh: Seven Ways the Lord Strengthens His People

The following has been adapted from the works of F.E. Marsh.

The Lord gives at least a sevenfold strengthening to His people as they trust Him.

The strength of His grace to empower.

“And He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”
(2Corinthians 12:9)

The strength of His arm to sustain.

“Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.'”
(Isaiah 41:10)

The strength of His love to inspire.

“For the love of Christ compels us, because we judge thus: that if One died for all, then all died.”
(2Corinthians 5:14)

The strength of His armor to protect.

“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.”
(Ephesians 6:10-11 )

The strength of His joy to gladden.

“Then he said to them, ‘Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions to those for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. Do not sorrow, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.'”
(Nehemiah 8:10 )

The strength of His Word to comfort.

“This is my comfort in my affliction, For Your word has given me life.”
(Psalm 119:50)

The strength of His power to qualify.

“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”
(Acts 1:8)

What about you?

What would you add to this list? How else does the Lord strengthen His people? Go to Blue Letter Bible and see if you can find more verses about the way God strengthens His people. Then, go ahead and leave your additions in the comments!