1 Corinthians 1:4-9
I always thank God for you because of his grace given you in Christ Jesus. For in him you have been enriched in every way-in all your speaking and in all your knowledge- because our testimony about Christ was confirmed in you. Therefore you do not lack any spiritual gift as you eagerly wait for our Lord Jesus Christ to be revealed. He will keep you strong to the end, so that you will be blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. God, who has called you into fellowship with his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, is faithful.
God is a God who bestows us with all kinds of grace. This so-called grace is something that brings us help in our greatest time of need. In the Old Testament time, when Deborah was a judge, the Israelites were attacked by King Hazor. King Hazor had a large number of iron chariots, while the Israelites were foot soldiers. It is quite impossible for foot soldiers to fight iron chariots. Just when the Israelites were extremely tired, God brought about a huge rainstorm, causing the ground to become muddy, and all the chariots were stuck in the mud. As a result, the Israelites won a battle. I love this story that is described in Psalm 68:10.
God says that His grace is prepared for those who are in hardship. Are you experiencing hardships in your life circumstances now? Do you know that God's grace is prepared for you? Just like the Israelites when they were stuck in their predicament facing the enemy's chariots and their hearts were weary, our hearts are weary at times when we face challenging situations in our life. It is at this time when God's grace will become our help. We need to come before God again and depend on Him. God wants us to experience abundance. He knows what we need. Psalm 23:1 says, the Lord is our shepherd, we shall not lack. Because He is our Shepherd, He knows our needs, and can supply what we need. God's provision is never early or late. It comes at the perfect time, and we are enriched in every way.
In addition, God also gives us all kinds of spiritual gifts. He is a merciful and kind God, and He has chosen us to work with Him. Have you ever thought about what a privilege this is? We are fellow workers with God. He gives us gifts so that we can serve others. His grace flows to others through us, we are His vessel. Today, you will not only receive God's grace, but God will also use you to let His grace flow to the people around you. Praise God, although there is trouble in this world, and there are attacks from the enemy, God is the one who strengthens us. He will watch over us and protect us until He returns.
Pray with Pastor Tong
Lord, we thank you because of the abundant grace you have prepared for us. We open our lives up before you to receive your grace. May you strengthen our faith so that we may follow you all the days of our lives. We thank you and pray in the victorious name of Jesus, Amen!
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