Promise of Grace

Three different times I begged the Lord to take it (the thorn in my flesh…a weakness) away. Each time He said, "My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness." So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. That's why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong. 2 Corinthians 12:8-10

Like the cables of this bridge--God's grace is powerful.

Ravenel Bridge, Charleston, SC

Grace, mercy, and peace, which come from God the Father and from Jesus Christ—the Son of the Father—will continue to be with us who live in truth and love. 2 John 1:3. That grace, unmerited favor—undeserved love and attention—that God gives us is a gift—a promise. God is faithful to keep His promises and to shower us with His grace, mercy and peace. Just as He said to Paul, He says to us, “My grace is all you need.” His power is stronger than anything I could ever muster up either physically or spiritually. My weakness right now is a sore shoulder—but I think that God isn’t talking just about physical weakness, although Paul alluded to a physical weakness. Additionally, I think that God shows His power in our lives in our spiritual weakness. It is when I realize that I am NOT strong spiritually that God comes alongside of me and shows me where I need to improve…how I can serve Him by serving others or explains some scripture in a new way that makes sense—or makes me want to know more about Him. His power works best in my weakness. When I’m bullheaded, independent and self-sufficient, not needing anyone or anything, then I am really weak—and need God—even if I can’t see my need for Him—it is there. Have you been there? When do you need God? For me it is always—day-in and day-out. I’m in a 24-hour need and I know that I want less of my own desires and I want more of God—His will and His ways.

Prayer ~ Dear God, Your grace is sufficient—You are all I need in life. I place my body—even in it is aging condition—in Your care and ask that You would renew my mind that I would focus on You spiritually, continually throughout this day. Work through me—that I might serve You by serving others. Thank You. I give You the honor and glory for the power that You show forth in my life.

Daily Bible Reading: Psalms 108-110

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