I wonder how many times I've missed the blessing because I stopped too soon. Perhaps you've wondered:

• How much longer will I have to wait until God brings my prodigal home?
• How much longer will I have to struggle with my unbelieving husband?
• How much longer will I have to endure this dead-end job?
• How many more laps will I have to walk around Jericho before the walls come tumbling down, and I can take hold of my Promised Land?

I don't know the answer to the question of how much longer, but I do know this: Tomorrow could be the final lap. Don't give up too soon.

Lord, sometimes I just want to give up. As a matter-of-fact, I am tempted to give up on something pretty important right now. Fill me with the power of the Holy Spirit on the inside, so I can persevere on the outside. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

I declare this by faith in Jesus' name! I will not give up and throw in the towel! Things have happened to me and there have been times I have felt overwhelmed, but today I am talking to God. When I talk to God I am changed. I remember who I am, what He has called me to and I will fight for it. Hard times will pass, and I will see the Word of God bring me victory. When I am tempted to get discouraged, I remember the many examples piled up all around me of people who endured. I have the strength to get back up and move because God is strong and faithful to lead. I will not quit today.