剛強壯膽發揮所長—-詩篇138:3［我呼求的日子, 你就應允我, 鼓勵我, 使我心裏有能力.］［釋義］所謂”使我心裏有能力”是指”you greatly emboldened me” 神使我剛強壯膽. 神不會偏待人, 每個人都有不同的優點和長處. 在逆境時也不要自卑, 失望和放棄, 發掘自己的優點. 努力學習及發揮所長, 神必為你開出路. 上帝是安慰人的神, 在人軟弱的時候, 祂鼓勵人, 使人的心裏剛強有力. 約書亞記1:9［你當剛強壯膽！不要懼怕, 也不要驚惶, 因為你無論往哪裏去, 耶和華你的神必與你同在.］［禱告］親愛的天父上帝, 祢是創造我們的主宰, 我們是屬於祢的, 雖然我們每個人的背景和環境都不一樣, 但祢都賜給我們有自己的優點和恩賜. 我們要向祢呼求, 求祢應允我們, 鼓勵我們, 使我們無論是在順境或逆境, 都能夠靠主發揮祢賜給我們的恩賜, 使我們在工作上勤奮, 在教會忠心事奉祢, 榮耀和見證祢的作為. 禱告是奉主耶穌基督的名, 阿們！
Be Strong and Courageous, Utilize Your Strengths — Psalm 138:3 [When I called, you answered me; you greatly emboldened me.] [Explanation] The phrase “you greatly emboldened me” reflects God strengthening and encouraging us to be courageous. God does not show favoritism; everyone has unique talents and strengths. Even in adversity, we must not give in to feelings of inferiority, disappointment, or despair. Instead, we should discover and develop our strengths. By doing so, God will make a way for us. God is a source of comfort, especially during times of weakness. He encourages and strengthens our hearts. As Joshua 1:9 says, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” [Prayer] Dear Heavenly Father, You are our Creator and Sovereign Lord. We belong to You. Though each of us has different backgrounds and circumstances, You have given us our unique strengths and gifts. We call upon You and ask that You answer us, encourage us, and strengthen us. Whether we are in times of ease or adversity, may we rely on You to utilize the gifts You have bestowed upon us. Help us to work diligently in our vocations and serve faithfully in the church, bringing glory to Your name and bearing witness to Your works. In Jesus Christ’s name, we pray. Amen!