Strength for the ‘Off’ Days

Today my counselor asked me to think at least one strength that enable me to cope during my “off” days. I could not say it as I think I got no strength, otherwise I would not have “off” days at all.

But after thinking again, perhaps it is because of my perfectionism that I said so. Realistically, is there anyone who does not have strengths? I also need to remember that God is gracious and there are always strengths granted by God.

So here are my God-given strengths. One is to have a community which does not encourage me to give up. My wife, my friends, my colleagues are very encouraging. Another perhaps is the openness to their feedbacks. I often get agitated and angry at first, but at the end I re-think and consider their advice.

Another God-given strength is to formulate what my problem is. That helps in finding the solutions which can be implemented with practice.

So let’s use these strengths and have hope in God. Remember, God’s presence is more important than all accolades that men can give and in and through all troubles, God will deliver us.