Strength Through Focus

A car cannot run without fuel. In the same way, we cannot give our lives meaning and direction without a true source of power. What is our fuel? What gives us energy for what lies ahead?

In the Gospel of John, Jesus meets a woman at Jacob’s well. Weary and thirsty, He asks her for water. But instead of simply quenching His physical thirst, Jesus shifts the conversation to something much deeper. He opens her eyes to her inner emptiness and reveals that He Himself is the living water—the only One who can truly satisfy her thirst. Jesus unveils Himself as the Savior, sent not only to quench her thirst but to satisfy the longing of the entire world.

In His weakness, Jesus displays divine strength. In His thirst, He reveals the true source of life. This encounter reminds us that our true strength does not come from ourselves but from God. His power is made perfect in our weakness. Humility makes us strong.

The living water that Jesus gives is the Holy Spirit—our divine fuel. He fills us with power and aligns our focus with God’s purpose. Immediately after Jesus revealed Himself to the woman, she ran back to her village and told everyone about Him. She couldn’t help but share the message. The same is true for us—when we experience God’s presence, a desire grows within us to spread His hope.

Fasting can be our own well moment—a time to bring our empty vessel before God and ask Him to fill it with living water. Where have we been drawing from the wrong well? What can we exchange for His living water?

God has a purpose for your life, and your focus on that purpose will be the source of your strength. As you fast, take intentional time to listen to His voice. He wants to fill you with His life so that you can share it with others. His Spirit works in your weakness and empowers you to go beyond your own limits. Keep your eyes on Him—He is the true fuel for your life.

Next Step: Let fasting become a "well moment" for you. Ask God what well-water you need to exchange for His living water. This is your fuel—a life of abundance, receiving His life so that you can give it away.