Spiritual strength

James Tissot (1836-1902)
The First Shall Be Last (Le premier sera le dernier)
Opaque watercolor over graphite on gray wove paper 1886–1896
Brooklyn Museum

Someone asked Jesus, “Lord, will only a few people be saved?”
He answered them, “Strive to enter through the narrow gate, for many, I tell you, will attempt to enter but will not be strong enough.”

Luke 13:23-24

It takes mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual strength to walk the way Jesus has shown me: To intentionally treat all people with respect and kindness, to embody peace, to seek unity instead of division, to forgive those who have hurt me, to pray for my enemies, to help those who are suffering and in need.

Today I will ask the Holy Spirit to strengthen me to follow the straight path of love, compassion, and peace in every circumstance.