William Wilberforce's 46-Year Battle - Reformed (Philippians 4:13)

William Wilberforce fought to abolish the slave trade in the British Empire for 46 years. He was mocked, threatened, and defeated repeatedly. His health was terrible; he was often bedridden. Yet he persisted, finally seeing victory three days before his death in 1833. His strength wasn't his own—he depended wholly on God. Philippians 4:13 sustained him: not strength for quick victory but for faithful endurance. "I can do all things"—including waiting, including losing, including persevering—through Christ who strengthens me.