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Because your own strength is unequal to the task, do not assume that it is beyond the powers of man but if anything is within the powers and province of man, believe that it is within your own compass also.
The days of our lives, for all of us, are numbered. We know that. And yes, there are certainly times when we aren’t able to muster as much strength and patience as we would like. It’s called being human.
A truly strong person does not need the approval of others any more than a lion needs the approval of sheep.
Nothing is so strong as gentleness, nothing so gentle as real strength.
When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure.
When adversity strikes, that’s when you have to be the most calm. Take a step back, stay strong, stay grounded and press on.
In all my perplexities and distresses, the Bible has never failed to give me light and strength.
Only the gentle are ever really strong.
Rudeness is a weak imitation of strength.
Don’t wait for extraordinary opportunities. Seize common occasions and make them great. Weak men wait for opportunities strong men make them.