Scandalous Grace Day 3
Day 3: Grace for the Weak
God's grace creates both unity and division, as seen in Acts 14 through Paul and Barnabas's ministry. While grace transforms lives completely, it also offends human pride and self-righteousness. Many reject grace because it challenges their belief in earning salvation through good works, religious performance, or personal merit. The appropriate response to rejection includes perseverance, dependence on God, and wisdom in ministry. True biblical grace remains scandalous because it freely gives what we could never earn - perfect righteousness, forgiveness, and eternal life through Christ.
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Devotional
Our world celebrates strength, achievement, and self-sufficiency. But God's economy works differently. He doesn't look for the strongest, most capable people to save. Instead, He seeks those who recognize their weakness and need for Him. This is the beautiful paradox of grace - it's not for those who have it all together, but for those who know they don't. When we admit our weakness, we position ourselves to receive God's strength. This truth liberates us from the exhausting pursuit of trying to prove our worth.
"Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light." - Matthew 11:28-30
Reflection Question
In what ways has acknowledging your weakness actually made you stronger in your faith?
The Gospel of Jesus flips the script. It tells us that God doesn't save those who are strong,
but those who know they're weak.
He doesn't accept us because of what we've done,
but because of what Christ has done.
~Pastor Mike Mura
Prayer
Dear God, thank You that I don't have to be strong on my own. Help me to embrace my weakness as an opportunity to experience Your strength. Amen.