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Proverbs 18:14 (New King James Version)

The spirit of a man will sustain him in sickness, But who can bear a broken spirit?

The human spirit is so powerful and strong that the human body can endure great amounts of pain and suffering from the outside. Most of us have watched loved ones hang in through sickness, disease and incredible amounts of pain throughout their bodies because their will is strong. Some of us have even remained strong and positive when our own bodies have been reeling with pain simply because the strength of our own spirit inside keeps us from breaking down completely. So, it's fair to agree with this proverb and say that when the spirit of a human has been wounded (from broken, dysfunctional relationships or bad choices and their consequences...) it's hard to hold up through the misery and weakness it brings. Our spirits keeps us strong under the outward pressure, and when we are weak it's hard in this world to keep your heart and spirit whole and in tact.

No matter how life may cause your spirit to shrivel up and shut down, don't let it win! God restores and heals and brings you back to life. Stay in the Word, stay with people who love you and love Jesus, keep your spirit guilt-free through His precious forgiveness, and get your knees caloused from prayer. Your spirit will support you from the outward troubles of the world. Keep it strong in the Holy Spirit.