Psalms 73:26
Psalms 73:26
My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.
It is important to recognize that human beings are fallible. According to this psalm, When Asaph could not understand God's ways, he became bitter and unhappy. Once he has resolved his unhappiness, he declares that God is the most important aspect of his life. Despite his health failing, Asaph knew God would not fail him in any way. God is regarded as the source of his happiness when he views God as his "portion." Asaph came to understand that although the wicked seemed to prosper, the godly were unjustly persecuted; by the grace of God, he was on the straight path to eternal joy and bliss, whereas these evil men were on the slippery slope to eternal destruction. It was only a matter of time before these wicked men would be swept forever from the Lord's presence. Today, it appears as if the wicked prosper abundantly, while the prayers of the godly seem to rise only to steel skies and closed heavens. In spite of this, we have the assurance of our Lord that the sufferings of this life cannot be compared with the glory that is about to be revealed to us because we have a hope that is anchored in Christ and an inheritance that is awaiting us.
Colossians 1:11
Strengthened with all might, according to his glorious power, unto all patience and longsuffering with joyfulness;
2 Corinthians 12:10
Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.
Proverbs 31:25
Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.
Proverbs 24:16
For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief.