Life can be frustrating in so many ways in dealing with the day-to-day issues or with much bigger problems. I recently became a new mom to a beautiful baby girl and that was such a joyful life event, the much anticipated one of becoming a mother. Though it was a blissful time, the complications from pregnancy to post-partum was endless. It was painful, traumatic and I became so stressed physically and mentally. The post delivery complications took a toll on me, and I was too exhausted to be happy with my baby girl. While we talk about mental health and strength, little do we perceive that physical health is very much important as mental health. That’s when it occurred to me that I did not pray for physical strength specifically and the Holy Spirit reminded me of various scriptures to pray for strength. A simple heartfelt prayer before every task for the day helped me so much. I realized that its not about the long prayers but an earnest one prayed with faith and trust in God. Every time I was worn out, I kept praying “But the Lord stood with me and gave me strength” (2 Timothy 4:17); “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13). My strength improved and I was able to handle everything at ease and in peace. Hence my dear friends, whenever you are overwhelmed or drained, pray the scriptures aloud in earnestness and in faith and you will be amazed on how much you can do! The same person who was ready to drop will be ready to fly! Get going! May the Lord give you the strength that you need! Amen!