Life can be a struggle at times. It takes faith and courage and a lot of fight. The trouble with some people is that they stop trying in trying times. They give up mentally and they give up spiritually. But the Bible tells us, “Men always ought to pray and not lose heart” (Luke 18:1), and, “Let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart” (Galatians 6:9).

It’s amazing what faith can accomplish, especially if you’ve got not only faith but a lot of gumption and get-up-and-go. You’ve got to put some gumption into it. You’ve got to put some real “umph” into it! It’s been said that triumph is 10% “try” and 90% “umph!” The will is powerful. “The spirit of a man will sustain him … but who can bear a broken spirit?” (Proverbs 18:14).

Strong faith and a strong will have many times overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles and handicaps. When you’re weak and incapable and insufficient, then Jesus has a chance to be strong and capable and sufficient in you. He says, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9). Jesus always has the victory for you if you’ll keep going to Him for help. So don’t give up too soon. Don’t quit just before the victory. Anything wonderful can happen in that little margin of time when you don’t give up but keep on believing and keep on praying.