“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” – 2 Corinthians 12:9
I am not quite at the place that the apostle Paul was when he wrote this portion of Scripture. In fact, I am not even close! I have yet to actually “glory” in my infirmities. I tend to do more grumbling, but I am learning that in the weakness of my humanity, the strength of Christ is that upon which I must depend!
When I remember that God is with me no matter what is happening to me or around me, and that regardless of how it seems, He is in complete control, I can rest in His strength. When I forget that, I am frustrated, upset, and often fearful in my own futile attempts to control the circumstances surrounding me.
Once I remember who I am and who God is, my perspective changes, and I do what I need to do to have victory in my life. I go to my heavenly Father in prayer! God then gives me grace to endure whatever I am facing, and He empowers me to act according to His perfect will. Because of this, I am able to truly “rest” in His power. It is only at that point that I can “glory in my infirmities” with gladness in my heart that God’s strength will be manifested through my weakness.
When you’re a child of God, His grace is always available, sufficient for all things, and never-ending!
Amazing grace! How sweet the sound
That saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but now am found;
Was blind, but now I see.
Through many dangers, toils and snares,
I have already come;
’Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far,
And grace will lead me home.
The Lord has promised good to me,
His Word my hope secures;
He will my Shield and Portion be,
As long as life endures.
(from “Amazing Grace” by John Newton)
“And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:” – 2 Corinthians 9:8
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There’s no other word for God’s grace, but amazing!