Strengthened in Your Inner Man
“That He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man.” Ephesians 3:16 (NKJV)
There is a strength every believer requires that goes beyond physical ability. It is the strength of the inner man, which enables us to remain established in faith, resist discouragement, persevere through difficulties, and continue in obedience to God. Paul prayed that the Ephesian believers would be strengthened with might through the Spirit in their inner man. This reveals that spiritual strength is something we should deliberately seek and grow in.
There will be seasons when life places unusual demands upon you. You may encounter responsibilities that appear overwhelming, disappointments that test your convictions, or situations that require considerable patience and endurance. In such moments, your ability to remain steadfast will be greatly influenced by the strength of your inner life. A believer who has cultivated spiritual discipline and become established in God's Word is better prepared to respond to such circumstances with faith and wisdom.
Give attention to the things that strengthen your inner man. Pray consistently, meditate on Scripture, receive sound teaching, and remain connected to a healthy community of believers. Do not wait until a major challenge arises before you begin developing spiritual strength. The habits you establish during peaceful seasons can become valuable resources when you encounter difficult circumstances.
Prayer
Father, strengthen me with might through Your Spirit in my inner man. Establish my heart in faith and give me grace to remain steadfast in every season, in Jesus' name. Amen.
Confession
I am strengthened with might through the Holy Spirit. My heart is established in God's Word, and I receive grace to endure and overcome every challenge.
Further reading: Colossians 1:9–11, Philippians 4:11–13, Isaiah 40:28–31.