When Quitting Is the Wrong Move

“But you, be strong and do not let your hands be weak, for your work shall be rewarded!” ‭2 Chronicles 15:7 NKJV‬

Are you working on something that’s so difficult to keep up with right now? This verse is for you if you’re working on something in your life and seeing no results.

In my career, I’ve given up on so many projects. But reading this verse made me realise something…

You can either give up on something because you’ve grown weak or it no longer serves you.

I don’t have a problem quitting something that no longer serves me. But giving up because I’ve grown weak tells me it’s not time to give up.

Here’s what I mean: something that no longer serves you means its season has passed. It’s probably no longer aligned with your beliefs and goals, so letting it go is the best decision.

But it’s probably not the right time to quit when you give up because you’re weak and all you need is strength.

How can we avoid quitting even when work gets difficult?

Psalms 121:2 says, “My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth.”

Recognising that we need strength means we are aware of our situation. We often live in denial, thinking we are strong and using every drop of blood to move forward.

The idea isn’t to always get to the end of ourselves, but never to hit that limit. Unfortunately, as adults, we don’t think we need help until we’ve exhausted all the options we can control.

The anchor scripture’s phrase “Be strong” refers to the internal strength that defines our identity. Your identity defines what you eventually do.

When we strengthen our minds, our hands (skills, abilities, and intellect) are also made strong, thus the second part of the verse. It is only after this that we can stand the test of time and reap the benefits of all the work we’ve invested.

“I daily receive help in God’s presence.”

It takes discipline and total trust in God to not rely on our strength. 

The next time you want to quit something, ask yourself, “Am I quitting because the season has passed or because I feel weak?” Genuinely answer this, and you’ll know the next step.