Some
believers think of "grace" as a one-time gift, given to us when we
first called on the Lord for forgiveness and salvation. It's true that "by
grace we are saved," but it's equally true that God's grace extends far
beyond that single moment.
Today's
verse reveals that God's grace is not just for our past needs, but also for our
present and future ones—He gives more grace! His undeserved kindness always
exceeds our expectations. When we recognize our need for the Lord’s undeserved
kindness and approach Him with humility, He responds by giving us even more.
This means that the instant we acknowledge our shortcomings and turn to Him,
His grace is ready and waiting. God's grace knows no bounds; it's an infinite
resource that can never be exhausted.
Our
responsibility is to draw near to Him by humbly submitting ourselves. When we
do this, Scripture is clear—He WILL draw near to us!
No matter
the size or quantity of our sins, God's grace is sufficient to forgive,
restore, and help us achieve victory over life's temptations. We don't need to
fear committing a "fatal" sin that could deplete God's grace;
instead, we can approach Him with humility, knowing that "He gives more
grace."
Every
Christ-follower's story is a testimony to how God continually bestows more
grace on those who seek Him humbly. As we lean into His love and acceptance, we
discover that the river of His grace never runs dry. In His grace-filled
presence, we find the strength and motivation to transform our lives from the
inside out. Through our journey, we learn that God's grace is not just
adequate—it's abundantly sufficient to overcome any struggle we face.
When our
strength runs out, when our failures mount, when our hearts feel weak and
heavy, God’s grace is not exhausted. He does not ration it. He does not measure
it out in small portions. He gives more. As John Newton wrote, “Through
many dangers, toils, and snares, I have already come; ’Tis grace hath brought
me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home.”
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