When we became Christians, Jesus gave us the gift of the Holy Spirit. The Spirit lives in us, making our bodies a Temple and blessing us in many ways. We can be courageous people even in the face of attack, criticism, and ridicule because of the Spirit's presence. The fruit that the Spirit produces and the love that the Spirit pours into our heart do not make us weak. Instead, the Spirit's presence is a powerful force to help us overcome sin and live self-disciplined lives.
For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline.
— 2 Timothy 1:7
Dear Lord, thank you for the Spirit's constant presence in our life. Please empower us with even greater courage and strength as we face the daily challenges in our life. In Jesus', Amen.
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