Each spring, the birds become silent during hours of rain and thunder. They nest undisturbed until the sun reappears. Neither can the storms of life disturb a person who has a powerful sense of inner peace and calmness.

Peaceful strength looks beyond temporary defeats and obstacles. It holds our purpose and passions. It knows that storms are divinely designed spaces. They can be resting spaces, faith-building spaces, helping spaces, or protecting spaces.

Edward G. Bulwer-Lytton (1803 - 1873) wrote, "Power is so characteristically calm, that calmness in itself has the aspect of strength."

There will always be storms and struggles. Yet they need not steal our dreams or determination. The strength of inner peace does not depend upon a clear sky. It allows us to continue forward with power and passion in all kinds of weather.

So how can we learn to access this deep peaceful strength? Simply by allowing a silent time each day to experience it and reflect on it. In so doing, we can have the assurance that this powerful gift is always available.

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