Spiritual Strengths of a Resilient
Here is a listing of key spiritual strengths with bible references to bring more insights.
Capable
You can manage stressful situations.
Luke 14:28 (NIV) Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won’t you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it?
1 Corinthians 14:40 (NIV) But everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way.
Philippians 4:13 (NIV) I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
Journaling Prompts
How does your capable nature influence your understanding of biblical teachings on stewardship and responsibility, and how does this shape your faith and spiritual growth?
This question encourages you to reflect on how your competence and ability to manage tasks and responsibilities help you interpret and live out biblical principles related to stewardship, accountability, and using your gifts for God's purposes. Think about specific instances where your capability has strengthened your relationship with God and enhanced your spiritual journey.
What spiritual practices do you engage in to cultivate and express your capability, and how do these practices impact your faith journey and connection with God?
This question invites you to consider the spiritual activities or habits that support and enhance your capabilities, such as taking on leadership roles, serving in ministry, or actively pursuing personal and spiritual development. Reflect on how these practices contribute to your faith, personal growth, and spiritual well-being.
Self-Confident
You know you have what it takes to be successful.
Philippians 4:13 (NIV) I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
Philippians 3:13-14 (NIV) Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.
Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Journaling Prompts
How does your self-confidence influence your understanding of biblical teachings on identity and purpose, and how does this shape your faith and spiritual growth?
This question encourages you to reflect on how your self-assured nature helps you interpret and live out biblical principles related to understanding your identity in Christ and pursuing your God-given purpose. Think about specific instances where your self-confidence has strengthened your relationship with God and supported your spiritual journey.
What spiritual practices do you engage in to cultivate and express your self-confidence in a way that honors God, and how do these practices impact your faith journey and connection with Him?
This question invites you to consider the spiritual activities or habits that help you balance your self-confidence with humility and dependence on God, such as affirming your identity in Christ, setting faith-driven goals, or participating in ministry with assurance. Reflect on how these practices contribute to your faith, personal growth, and spiritual well-being.
Optimistic
You see the bright side of life.
2 Corinthians 4:1-18 (NIV) Therefore, having this ministry by the mercy of God, we do not lose heart.
Philippians 4:4 (NIV) Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!
Psalm 118:24 (NIV) The LORD has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad.
Journaling Prompts
How does your optimism influence your understanding of biblical teachings on hope and faith, and how does this shape your spiritual growth?
This question encourages you to reflect on how your positive outlook helps you interpret and apply biblical principles related to hope, trust in God's promises, and maintaining faith during challenging times. Think about specific instances where your optimism has strengthened your relationship with God and supported your spiritual journey.
What spiritual practices do you engage into nurture and express your optimism, and how do these practices impact your faith journey and connection with God?
This question invites you to consider the spiritual activities or habits that support your optimistic outlook, such as practicing gratitude, engaging in hopeful prayer, or participating in uplifting worship. Reflect on how these practices contribute to your faith, personal growth, and spiritual well-being.