We understand that you're seeking physical strength and have mentioned the story of Samson. While God can certainly grant us strength, it's important to remember that true strength comes from the Lord in response to faith and obedience. Samson's extraordinary strength was not merely physical, but a sign of God's power at work in his life due to his special calling as a judge of Israel. His supernatural strength was connected to his obedience to God's commands, particularly regarding his Nazirite vow.
However, it's crucial to note that Samson's story is also a warning against the dangers of pride, disobedience, and immorality. Samson ultimately fell because he did not live up to his calling. He engaged in immoral relationships and violated his Nazirite vow, leading to his downfall. This is recorded in Judges 16:19-20, "She made him sleep on her knees; and she called for a man, and she caused him to shave off the seven locks of his head; and she began to afflict him, and his strength went from him. She said, The Philistines are on you, Samson. He awoke out of his sleep, and said, I will go out as at other times, and shake myself free. But he didn't know that Yahweh had departed from him."
Instead, we should strive for the strength that comes from the Lord, as described in Isaiah 40:29, "He gives power to the faint; and to him who has no might he increases strength." And an example is found in Hebrews 11:34 "quenched the power of fire, escaped the edge of the sword, from weakness were made strong, grew mighty in war, and caused foreign armies to flee." This comes by faith in Jesus Christ.
Let us pray for you:
Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, asking that You grant this individual the strength they need to fulfill their job responsibilities. Help them to rely not on their own might, but on the power of Jesus Christ, Your Spirit within them. Guide them in Your ways, and help them to live in obedience to Your Word. In Jesus name, we pray. Amen.
We encourage you to seek the Lord's will in all things and to pursue a life of faith and obedience. Remember that while physical strength is important, it is nothing when compared with God's power and might in our lives. Trust in the Lord, and He will give you the strength you need to accomplish His purposes.
Lastly, we noticed that Jesus was not mentioned in the prayer. It is only through His name that we are able to go to the Father.