“This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9
Researchers have discovered that athletes have a higher pain tolerance than non-athletes. It seems both men and women who play team sports can stand more pain than those involved in other less intense activities. Their recommendation? If you deal with a lot of everyday pain... get active... you’ll feel healthier and more resistant to discomfort.
Great advice! But when it comes to the pains of life... many of us do the opposite. When it hurts...we retreat... we become afraid. Timid. Unsure of what God can do or if the pain will ever end. Scripture tells us in Joshua 1:9 to be strong! Be courageous when it hurts because God is with us! When life gets challenging, don’t shrink back or just stand there in pain... step boldly forward... stay active and connected to God... and soon you’ll find yourself stronger and more tolerant to what used to hurt you.
