We are all prone to debilitating physical and spiritual weakness. But knowing how to find spiritual strength in those seasons of weakness–especially in the face of persecution–is elusive for most. Timothy, the apostle Paul’s son in the faith, struggled with this very thing. But God revealed to him some very practical ways to tap into the resources he already possessed, bringing him much needed comfort and encouragement, while at the same time giving him power to persevere and prevail in the face of overwhelming forces of opposition.