"I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being." EPHESIANS 3:16
Built up tension is an early signal of your need to ask the Holy Spirit's help. Outside pressures, like worry over finances, conflict with others, cause severe stress. When unfair competition and persecution bear down on you, pause and rest in the Lord.
The strength you need to withstand the pressure you feel around you does not come from the outside, but from the inside. It is deep within your inner being, in your real core, your Spirit-filled self. Surrender to Christ at the deepest level within. Wait until you sense strength from the Holy Spirit flow all through you. When inner strength increases, the pressure outside will cease to overwhelm you.
Take time to be strengthened. Christ lives in you. The Holy Spirit gives you inner spiritual strength. Within you is a glorious inner power. You can live life to the full. Relax and realize how richly God has blessed you with inner strength. Praise him.
Prayer: Dear Lord Jesus, alert me to the signals my mind and body give when I run low of natural life-force. I'm exhausted when I try to deal with my problems alone. Holy Spirit teach me to draw immediately on your constant strength within. Amen