Day 44: Jesus, You Give Grace For My Need

In my greatest trials, I struggle with a sense of helplessness. No wonder the author of Hebrews says, “So then, since we have so great a High Priest who has entered heaven; Jesus, the Son of God; let us hold firmly to what we believe” (Hebrews 4:14). Holding firmly to what we believe is a challenge, especially when everything seems to be falling apart before our very eyes. We need to remember that in Jesus, “all things hold together” (Colossians 1:17). The great trials occur in seasons, and don’t last forever. Difficulties have time stamps on them. In the greatest challenges of our lives we need endurance. The Holy Spirit is our Helper and He will use the Word of God to strengthen our heart, enabling us to endure and “hold firmly to what we believe.” What should we do first when we find ourselves helpless and losing our grip on faith in God’s Word? Again, the writer of Hebrews gives us the answer. “So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive His mercy, and find grace to help us when we need it most” (Hebrews 4:16 NLT). When the Lord gives you grace, He pours out everything you need in your trial. You may sit and cry for awhile. But finally, remember to draw near to the throne of grace, and pour out your need to your Lord. Then, dry your eyes, get up, and keep going in the strength of your Lord. You will be amazed to discover that things look different after you’ve been to the throne of grace. Why? Because you are different. Grace never fails to change you, strengthen you, and move you on to a new place in your relationship with the Lord. So today, find courage in a fresh supply of grace for every one of your needs.

My Response: Lord Jesus, I come to You now with my need. I lay out my helplessness before You. I have a lack of answers for my difficulties, but I know that You have grace enough to match every one of my needs. Help me continue to run with endurance the race that is set before me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.