Great Grace

Grace is not a one-time treat. It doesn’t leave us, but we may sometimes walk away from it.

Departing from grace doesn’t happen all at once; it begins with small leaks: neglect, resistance, or carelessness.

Scriptures invite us to come boldly to the throne of grace and obtain mercy and grace in our time of need (Hebrews 4:16).

So, you see from that verse, there is the throne of grace, and a grace for the time of need. Oh yes, Paul experienced this measure of grace.

He shouted, “I will rather rejoice in infirmities, for when I am weak, then I am strong.”

Why? Because Jesus reassured him, “My grace is sufficient for you.”  Again, there is also sufficient grace. 

The early believers drew deeply from this grace, as it is written: “And great grace was upon them all.” 

There is also great grace. But how did they remain connected to the throne of grace?

First, through prayer. “When they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled... and great grace was upon them all.” (Acts 4:33).

Second, through the Word of God. The Word is also called “the word of His grace” (Acts 14:3), and it has the power to build you up and give you an inheritance (Acts 20:32).

Third, through fellowship. 

We can learn from the grace of God bestowed on other believers (2 Corinthians 8:2). Grace does not fall randomly.

Grace increases through prayer, grows through the study of the Word, and multiplies through fellowship.

Are you sad or despondent? Are you experiencing a moment of weakness, uncertainty, or overwhelming need?

Turn your face to God, as Hezekiah did, and receive the grace to help. Don’t settle for vague words.

Speak to the Lord specifically. Ask Him to multiply His grace for the particular task He has assigned to you. Name the task. And say plainly, “Lord, I receive more grace in this area.”

Reflection Question: Think of a particular task or challenge you are facing. Have you asked God to give you sufficient grace for it?