2 Cor 12:9a But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness.”
At present, there are several situations in my life that I am not handling with grace. Jesus promised that His grace is sufficient for me. Always. In every circumstances. So when I find that I don’t have enough grace to handle a situation, I think it’s a pretty clear sign that I’m trying to do it within my grace, which will absolutely never be enough. Jesus, help me.
2 Cor 12:9b Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.
I wonder if the process of letting go of myself and surrendering to His grace is like that of floating. As I think of the analogy, I am instantly transported to a summer pool, trying to float, reminding myself to breathe, to relax, to trust that the water will hold me. And it will, but I have to quit fighting, quit trying, and just let go before I can float. I think it’s similar with grace. I have to stop trying, stop fighting, stop whining and grouching. I have to surrender, breathe, relax, and trust that Christ’s grace will hold me because it absolutely will.
1 Cor 15:10 But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace to me was not without effect….
Lord, Thank You for this day and for the analogy of surrendering to Your grace being similar to floating. I want Your grace, Lord. I NEED Your grace to do this life. I cannot do it on my own. Help me to stop fighting, stop trying to do it without You. Help me to relax, breathe, and trust. I know Your grace is enough, Lord. Help me to live that trust. Draw me closer. Amen.
Phil 4:13 I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.
Have a blessed day.
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