What’s the strongest animal on earth? It might be the African elephant! Did you know an elephant’s trunk has more than forty thousand muscles in it? Your whole body only has about six hundred muscles, and an elephant has forty thousand just in its nose! That’s why a trunk can knock down a tree or lift hundreds of pounds, but can also gently pick up one tiny blade of grass.

God built amazing strength into everything He made—the power of the sun, the rumble of a volcano, the energy hidden inside a single tiny atom. And God Himself has more strength than all of it put together! His power never runs low and never runs out. Because God is all-powerful.

Here’s the best part: that same strength is ready to help you whenever you’re tempted to do something wrong, or whenever you’re going through something hard. The Bible says God “is able to aid those who are tempted.” When you feel yourself being pulled toward a bad choice, you can pray three little words: “Your strength, Lord!” It’s a short prayer, but God hears it and helps!

Take Action: Practice your new “help prayer” today! The next time you’re tempted to do something you know is wrong, stop and whisper, “Your strength, Lord!” Then, choose the right thing, knowing God is giving you the strength to do it. Try it a few times this week and watch how God helps you stay strong!