And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so
that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will
abound in every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:8
Heavenly Father, many times I take your grace for granted—I assume it.
It’s always going to be there, like sunrise, taxes and holiday traffic.
But this morning I don’t assume or presume upon your grace, I need your grace—fresh grace. Abounding grace would be great, but I’ll settle for sufficient grace.
Grant me the grace I need to settle down and be still. I’m
restless—physically, because of a lack of good sleep and emotionally,
because of no lack of upheaval around me. Though I’d love for
storm cells to move on, as long as you give me peace in the midst of the
squalls, I’ll be fine. Jesus, you are my eternal peace, be my present
peace.
Grant me the grace I need for making good decisions. I’m tired, and
when I get this way most of my decisions get directed towards giving me
quick relief. But I’m sure my biggest need right now isn’t
relief, it’s wisdom. Jesus you are my wisdom from God, be my wisdom in
choices that I have to make soon.
Grant me the grace I need to be comfortable with not being in control. Now that
may very well require “abounding grace.” I’m wary, and when I get this
way I have a hard time trusting others. I start micro-managing my world.
Jesus, you are my sovereign King, be my stability in my uncertainty.
Grant me the grace I need to love people I don’t presently like. I’m
feeling fresh pain from old hurts, and when I get this way I tend to get
quiet on the outside but loud on the inside. Jesus, you are my
compassionate, merciful Savior, love through me to your glory.
Grant me the grace I need to wait upon you. I’m feeling hurried, and
when that happens I tend to do things I regret later. Jesus, you are my
Lord, I relinquish my timetable and agenda. Pace me, and make me a
patient and present man. So very Amen I pray, in your most loving name.
Scotty Smith
it's like he wrote my heart.
every.word.
woke up this morning after a good night's sleep, but feeling just as tired inside and out.
fresh grace.
yes, please...
7 comments:
Your post was perfect for my needs today. Thank you for sharing the words of Scotty Smith. I am a fellow adoptive Mama to 3 (with 4 bio boys, too!). The three new ones were all added within 8 months of each other, and all in the last year. They are under 2 and I am tired. I so intimately feel the struggles and joys you have in each of your posts. Thank you for sharing!
I've had this verse memorized forever and quote it in my head OFTEN...
2 Cor. 12:9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.
He promises that when you are weak, THEN He is strong. That HIS power is made perfect in your weakness. Thank Him in advance for how His name is going to be glorified in the midst of this....because He is faithful and has promised that! Love you my friend! Hoping this long weekend will refresh you!
Why is it we desire "relief" when really all God wants is for us to WALK with HIM in THIS moment, whatever it is. Thanks for the wonderful words of Scotty Smith. Loving you and praying.
praying for you!
Wow Courtney, I love what you mom said. Why DO we always look for relief, instead of trusting Jesus and walking in the moment He has for us. I am SO guilty of this. Praying for you and thanking you as always for your realness and how you challenge us. Challenge us to follow Jesus!
It is times like these when people will casually throw around the Footsteps story, but you really will look back at this time in your life as the part when He carried you. His grace is like a a life raft ion a stormy sea. It is keeping you afloat, even if it feels like it isn't quite enough to make you feel safe. You are safe. You are loved. You ARE afloat.
Sorry for the dive bomb hug at church, you looked like you needed, though.
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