Dear Christian Mentor,
I feel like I am constantly giving my time and energy to others while trying to keep up with all the responsibilities in my own life. Some days I feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and unsure how I will keep going. I know God is my source of strength, but sometimes I forget to lean on Him and try to handle everything on my own. How can I learn to depend on God's strength when I feel like I have nothing left to give?
Dear Mentee,
There are seasons in life when we simply don't feel strong enough for what is in front of us. Responsibilities, relationships, unexpected challenges, and the demands of everyday life can leave us feeling physically, emotionally, and spiritually exhausted. We may begin to wonder how much longer we can keep going. But one of the beautiful truths of our faith is that God never intended for us to rely on our own strength alone.
Isaiah 40:31 reminds us, “But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength” (KJV).
This verse reminds us that our strength is renewed as we learn to depend on God. Waiting upon the Lord means placing our hope and confidence in Him rather than relying solely on ourselves. It means making time to seek Him, bringing our burdens to Him, and trusting Him to provide what we need for each day.
Sometimes we mistakenly believe that being strong means handling everything ourselves. We push through exhaustion, carry burdens that were never ours to carry, and forget that God invites us to depend on Him. Recognizing our weakness is not a failure of faith. It is an opportunity to draw closer to the One whose strength never runs out.
Gratitude helps us recognize the ways God has sustained us through difficult seasons. When we look back, we can often see moments when He gave us the courage, patience, wisdom, or endurance we needed to keep moving forward.
Today, instead of trying to find the strength to do everything on your own, take a moment to surrender your burdens to God. Be grateful that His strength is sufficient, even when yours is running low.
A Question to Reflect On:
Where have you experienced God's strength when you felt weak? What is one area of your life where you need to stop relying on your own strength and begin depending more fully on Him?
~ Christian Mentor
