John 15:5 English Standard Version (ESV)
5 I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.
2 Corinthians 12:9 English Standard Version (ESV)
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 of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
DEVOTIONAL
SOAP: 2 Corinthians 12:9
As we confess our weakness and surrender to Christ, He pours His grace and strength into our lives. Our Savior may not remove the weight of our difficult circumstances, but He always provides His sheltering presence and helps us to weather the storms of life. Jesus overcame death itself, so He is strong enough to handle whatever we are going to face today.
Are you facing overwhelming hardship right now? Do you feel small in the shadow of your difficult circumstances? Understand that God often allows suffering for a greater sanctifying purpose. In our inadequacy, we grow more dependent on His sufficient grace that upholds us when we are too weary to walk on our own. Trust that His strength is perfecting all that concerns you.
Lord, we need Your strength to face today. We can do nothing apart from You. Thank You for covering us with Your sufficient grace. Amen.