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From time to time, do you find yourself overwhelmed, facing challenges in your life? Do you wake in the middle of the night, confused about the future and wishing that when you get out of bed in the morning, all your problems would be gone? The apostle Paul encourages Christians in 2 Timothy 1:7: "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind." In this verse, Paul shows us that we need not worry and fear because God has given those who have His Spirit the tools we need to face these moments. We can carry these words in our heart and our minds, knowing that God loves us and wants us to succeed. Next time you find yourself overwhelmed, ponder on these comforting words, and know that through God’s guidance, you can face your most overwhelming challenges.

In a speech on Oct. 29, 1941, in the midst of World War II, Winston Churchill stated, "...this is the lesson: never give in, never give in, never give in, never, never, never, never—in nothing, great or small, large or petty—never give in..." This can be very difficult for us to do, especially when it seems that we constantly face trials. However, Paul encourages us in Romans 5:3-4 with the reason for and benefits of persevering, in spite of trials: "We also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope." God allows these trials in our lives, not to cause us hardship but to build us up and make us stronger.  Our loving Father has big plans for us to actually be His children in His family. We just have to remember, no matter what, to "never give in"!