2 Corinthians 9:8
8 And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work.
So often, I feel like a balloon with all the air let out. Exhausted and frustrated, I look at ministry with a wince rather than a smile. In those moments, the prospect of doing more for the Kingdom is terrifying. It seems like the reward of good work is just more work. How can I really turn up the intensity and survive?
Grace, by nature, has to come from the outside. A gift must be given and must be received, not earned or bought. If I am only prepared to attempt what I already have the strength and wisdom to do, I’ll be a pretty useless servant. God is able to give me grace, and to pour it out in abundance. That grace, not my own strength, will make me sufficient for EVERY good work. What mountain has He given you to climb?
Prayer prompt: Lord, point me to the next task while filling me with confidence in Your grace.