Dear Friends,
I love how, in this land of abundance, we often feel as if we’re lacking something in some way. As Christians, we truly have everything we need and more. However, when we do occasionally feel lacking, it’s good to know that we can depend upon the well that never runs dry. Thank you Jesus! I pray you tap into this well-spring of joy, peace, grace, love and, yes, abundance today and every day. Love, Scott
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When Some Basic Need Is Lacking-time, energy, money-consider yourself blessed. Your very lack is an opportunity to latch onto Me in unashamed dependence. When you begin a day with inadequate resources, you must concentrate your efforts on the present moment. This is where you were meant to live-in the present; it is the place where I always await you. Awareness of your inadequacy is a rich blessing, training you to rely wholeheartedly on Me.
The truth is that self-sufficiency is a myth perpetuated by pride and temporary success. Health and wealth can disappear instantly, as can life itself. Rejoice in your insufficiency, knowing that My power is made perfect in weakness.
James 1:2 2Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds,
2 Corinthians 12:9 (NASB) 9And He has said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness ” Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me.
Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young