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Navigating Obstacles with Determination. 

Author: Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

Date: Friday, October 17, 2025

Key Bible Verse: "I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus."  
— Philippians 3:14

The Series Subtitle: Navigating Obstacles with Determination. Part 6

Affirmation: "I will face every obstacle with determination, knowing that each step forward brings me closer to my purpose and victory."

The Sure Word for Today

Day 6: Building Strength Through Consistent Effort

True strength is not built in a single moment of victory but through steady, consistent effort. Proverbs 13:4 teaches, “The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.” Determination grows when you stay faithful to the process, even when progress feels invisible. Every act of persistence builds muscle for the next challenge.

Noah spent years building the ark when there was no sign of rain. His consistency in following God’s command, day after day, turned ridicule into revelation. That same consistency will build your inner strength. What feels repetitive or unnoticed today is preparing you for the moment when endurance meets opportunity.

Today, choose to keep going even when you feel tired. Every small, faithful step adds up to great strength. Determination grows stronger through consistent action.

Listen and watch this episode of the Sure Word for Today on YouTube

Connect: Your Challenge and Response

Your challenge may be feeling tired of doing the same thing without visible results. Your response must be to stay consistent, trusting that every effort contributes to the bigger picture God is building.

Extend: Faith in Action

Identify one area where you can commit to consistency for the next seven days. Pray for grace to follow through, no matter how small the progress seems.

Reflection And Application

Think about how consistency has built strength in your past. How can you apply that same discipline to today’s challenges?

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson Otonbara Imgbi

"Consistency is the quiet builder of strength, turning small steps into great victories."

Listen and Watch this Episode of Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson on YouTube

Let Us Pray

Lord, give me the strength to stay consistent even when results are not immediate. Teach me to value faithfulness over speed and persistence over perfection. Let every act of diligence strengthen my spirit and prepare me for what lies ahead. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Here are the links to some of our YouTube Playlist:

Mental Health Conditions          Inspirational Quotes by Jefferson      Mental Illness and Recovery

A Final Thought with Jefferson   The Sure Word Audio and Video Blog Post    Living with Purpose
 
Overcoming Adversity                Faith and Despair               Inspiration for Uncertain Times

Words of Encouragement          The Bible Verse of the Day    Spiritual Motivation

Covid-19 & Coronavirus            Strength and Bravery          Conflicts And Resolution

Personal and Spiritual Growth    Time Management               The Sure Word Capsule
                 
Marriage and Relationship