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"Strong" by Howard Gripp: Finding Your Boldness in Adversity


Howard Gripp's song "Strong" offers a powerful declaration about the firm foundation that can only be found in Jesus. We have all experienced those moments where doubts flood our minds and drain us. Howard Gripp also knows that feeling. He shares, "The song Strong really comes from the strength that I have found in Jesus to be able to face anything head on knowing I am not alone. Even since being saved I have faced some pretty tough times. I have learned how to lean on God to protect me when facing adversity. Before I would not have the confidence I have now to face troubled times and uncomfortable situations." You can hear that confidence in the lyrics of this song: "It's Your strength, within that makes me bold." 

Howard Gripp - StrongThis isn't just a song about coping. Howard shares, "The song is really about not being alone in anything you face." When the storms hit and you feel overwhelmed, remember that "No storm can break me, for I'm Yours alone." We can stand "on solid ground" and may trust God's guiding hand. We're reminded that even in our own limitations—in our weakness—God's grace is sufficient. 

Howard shares, "I think it really goes with the times we are in now, where we need to look to God now more than ever to bring peace and love to the world instead of all this hate, and when the hate comes, have the strength to face it even knowing what the consequences may be. God is always there with us." 

May this song encourage you to recognize the unshakeable strength you have in Him and be part of the change that helps to end the hate. It all starts in our own heart and with knowing that God is beside us, ready to guide and lead. So go ahead, give "Strong" a listen, and stand firm!

(Related scripture: Philippians 4:13; 2 Corinthians 12:9; Psalm 46:1; Isaiah 41:10)

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