When Trouble Comes, So Does His Power

 

Romans 8:35,37 (NLT)
“Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us.”

Life doesn’t always play fair. Sometimes it hits hard and keeps swinging—messing with your peace, your plans, and your sense of direction. And if we’re honest, it’s in those moments we start to question: Where is God in all this? But the truth is, He never left. Trouble doesn’t mean you’ve been abandoned—it’s often the very place where His power shows up the strongest. Romans 8:35, 37 reminds us that nothing—not pain, pressure, or problems—can separate us from the love of Christ. If anything, it’s in those weak, worn-down places that His strength kicks in. So no, you’re not losing. You’re being held.

2 Corinthians 12:9 (NLT) tells us God’s response to our low points—when you’ve cried, prayed, and still don’t see the way out: “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” This verse hits different when you’re actually going through some tough times like the Apostle Paul was when he cried out to God for help. It’s not just comfort, it’s a promise. Paul didn’t say he enjoyed being weak, but he learned to boast in it—because he realized that’s where the power of Christ rested on him. Not when everything was perfect, but when he was worn down and emptied out. That’s when God filled him up. That same grace still works today.

I remember a time when I felt completely tapped out—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Life was painful, messy, and not making sense. I was doing all the “right” things: praying, showing up, trusting God as best as I could... but inside, I was exhausted. I didn’t feel powerful. I felt like I was barely hanging on. But it was in that low place, when I stopped pretending to be strong, that God started showing me what His strength really looked like. He didn’t fix everything overnight, but His grace carried me—one shaky step at a time. Looking back now, I realize that season didn’t break me... it built something deeper in me. And I wouldn't trade that kind of knowing Him for anything.

It took me a while to realize that God wasn’t asking me to be strong on my own. He wasn’t waiting for me to get it all together. He was just asking me to keep showing up with a heart that was humble and recognized His power. That’s where endurance comes in. It’s not about perfection. It’s about standing in the “I’m still here, Lord.” This helps us understand that this walk with God means both enjoying the good days and trusting Him through the hard ones.

The truth is, this race we’re running isn’t easy. It takes endurance to keep moving forward when life keeps throwing curveballs. But Hebrews 12:1–2 (NLT) reminds us, “Let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith.” That part about keeping our eyes on Jesus? It’s everything. Because the plain truth is that we can’t focus on faith and fear at the same time. So our focus can’t be on the problem, the pressure, or the people. It has to be on Jesus. He’s the only reason we’re still standing.

And when the weight gets heavy—because let’s be honest, sometimes it does—we can cling to the truth found in Psalm 46:1 (NLT): “God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.” Not sometimes. Not maybe, but always. He’s not far off. He’s right there in the middle of it, offering strength when you’re drained and refuge when you’re overwhelmed. You don’t have to carry it all. You just have to come to Him.

If you’re in a season where the pressure feels unbearable, where you’re wondering if God sees you and what you’re going through—make no mistake, He does. Not only does He see you, He’s carrying you. His power isn’t delayed; it just works differently than ours. He shows up right in the thick of it. So don’t give up. And whatever you do—don’t let the enemy steal your faith. God’s grace will meet you. His power will rest on you. And His love? It’s already holding you together. ■

Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.

“When Trouble Comes, So Does His Power", written by Kim for https://rescuefromdomesticviolence.blogspot.com© 2025. All rights reserved. All praise and honor to God through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.