In the hustle and bustle of life, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and depleted, like we’re running on empty. Yet, in the midst of our struggles, Psalm 73:26 offers a beacon of hope: “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
In this powerful verse, we are reminded that our human strength is limited and finite. Our flesh and our hearts may indeed fail us, leaving us feeling weak and vulnerable. However, the psalmist declares with unwavering confidence that God is the ultimate source of strength and sustenance.
When we feel like we’re at the end of our rope, when our own efforts fall short, God stands ready to be our refuge and our rock. He offers us His strength, which knows no bounds, to carry us through even the darkest valleys.
But perhaps the most profound truth found in Psalm 73:26 is the assurance that God is not just a temporary source of strength, but our portion forever. In a world where everything is fleeting and temporary, God remains steadfast and unchanging. He is our eternal inheritance, our everlasting hope.
As we meditate on this verse, let us take comfort in the fact that our weaknesses and failures do not disqualify us from God’s love and grace. In fact, it is in our moments of weakness that God’s strength is most clearly displayed. When we surrender our struggles and shortcomings to Him, He fills us with His power and enables us to overcome.
May we find solace in the truth of Psalm 73:26, trusting in God’s unfailing strength to carry us through every trial and tribulation. And may we rest in the knowledge that He is our portion forever, our eternal source of hope and joy.
Let us pray:
Heavenly Father,
Thank you for being our strength and our portion forever. When we feel weak and weary, help us to turn to you and find refuge in your loving embrace. Fill us with your power and enable us to overcome every obstacle in our path. May we rest securely in the knowledge of your unfailing love and grace. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

