Holding
On When Everything Says Let Go
Life has a way of testing our
limits—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Whether it is a personal
setback, global uncertainty, or day-to-day exhaustion, we all reach points
where faith feels like a fight. This is where holy grit comes in.
Holy grit is not about pushing through in your own strength. It is
about spiritual tenacity that clings to Christ when the pressure rises. It is
courage infused with grace, resolve that is rooted in the Word, and persistence
that does not let go of God’s promises—even when the way is unclear.
What
Is Holy Grit?
Holy grit is the kind of spiritual
resilience that says:
- “I will not be shaken” (Psalm 16:8),
- “I press toward the mark” (Philippians 3:14), and
- “Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him” (Job
13:15).
It is a heart that does not deny
difficulty, but chooses to stand anyway—not out of pride, but because of
faith.
It
Is Not:
- A performance-based hustle
- Self-made strength
- Pretending to be okay
It
Is:
- Grounded in Scripture
- Empowered by grace
- Willing to wait, endure, and obey
Biblical
Examples of Holy Grit
- Paul, who was beaten, shipwrecked,
and imprisoned, yet declared, “None of these things move me” (Acts
20:24).
- Ruth, who chose loyalty, uncertainty,
and labor over the safety of staying where she was.
- Jesus, who “set his face toward
Jerusalem” (Luke 9:51) knowing it would lead to the cross.
These examples do not show flawless
perfection. They show fierce obedience—faith that keeps showing up.
Why
We Need It Now More Than Ever
1.
Because Shaky Times Call for Steady People
The world feels fragile. Circumstances
change daily. Holy grit helps us stay rooted in God’s unchanging truth.
2.
Because Endurance Is Rare
Culture teaches us to quit fast and
protect ourselves. God calls us to endure, and promises to meet us in the
stretch.
3.
Because People Are Watching
Our resilience becomes a witness. When
we walk with God through hard things, others are drawn to the strength they see
in us.
Holy
Grit in Your Everyday Life
You do not need a crisis to practice
resilience. You can build holy grit in quiet moments of faithfulness:
- Choosing prayer over panic
- Showing up to serve when it is inconvenient
- Trusting God when answers are slow
Small steps in the right direction
become sacred patterns that build spiritual muscle.
How
the Bible Reading Plan Helps
The “12 Months of Holy Grit”
plan walks through a different theme each month—like Standing Firm in Faith,
Empowered to Endure, and Rooted in Resilience. Every Scripture
was chosen to fuel strength, guide perspective, and renew hope. Each day
invites you to return to the truth that holds you steady.
Final
Word: Faith That Does Not Fold
Holy grit does not mean you will never
bend or break. It means when you do, grace will catch you, truth will
steady you, and God will never let you go. Hebrews 10:23 reminds us:
“Let us hold fast the profession of
our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)”
That is holy grit. And we need it now
more than ever.