When weakness and fear make you want to lose heart, where does resilience come from? Acts 18 reveals Christ’s presence and promises give courage to keep going.

 

 Acts 18:1–23 

 

Weakness

• “I was with you in weakness and in fear and much trembling.” —Paul (1 Corinthians 2:3)

 

Encouragement

• Five Keys to Resilience

1. People

2. Provision

3. Progress

4. Presence

5. Promise

• “When I am weak, then I am strong.” —Paul (2 Corinthians 12:10)

 

Breakthrough

• “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” —Jesus to Paul (2 Corinthians 12:9)

 

Takeaway: “Behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” —Jesus (Matthew 28:20)