By Abi Adeleke
“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.” — 2 Corinthians 12:9 (ESV)
There are seasons in life when we come face-to-face with our limitations. Maybe it’s the fatigue that won’t lift, the mistakes we can’t undo, or the prayers that seem unanswered. In these moments, it’s easy to feel defeated or disqualified. But Scripture gently reminds us: weakness is not the absence of worth—it’s the place where God’s grace begins to overflow.
Paul, who carried both spiritual authority and personal struggle, learned this firsthand. He pleaded for his “thorn” to be removed, but God offered something far better: a promise of sustaining grace. What if the places where we feel least capable are actually the very places God wants to reveal His strength?
“Our greatest strength lies not in resisting weakness, but in embracing God’s power within it.” — Unknown
You don’t need to have it all together. His grace is enough—not just to cover your gaps but to empower you through them. Lean into that truth today. Let your weakness testify to His power. Let your cracks become conduits for His glory.
📖 Additional Scriptures to Reflect On:
- “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 (ESV)
- “He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength.” — Isaiah 40:29 (ESV)
“Grace is not opposed to effort, it is opposed to earning.” — Dallas Willard
❓Reflection Question:
Where in your life do you feel insufficient, and how might you invite God’s grace into that space today?
🙏 Prayer:
Lord, let Your grace meet me where I fall short and make Your power known in my weakness. Amen.
You were made to thrive—not just survive.
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