Finding Strength in Weakness: The Sufficient Grace of God

Life is challenging and we all go through difficult times that can leave us feeling weak, heartbroken, and overwhelmed. But 2 Corinthians 12:9 reminds us that when we are weak, we are the strongest.

‘And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. ‘

II Corinthians 12:9

God understands our weaknesses and limitations, and He wants to give us the strength we need to overcome them. He is always with us in our struggles and will give us the grace we need to keep going. Trust in Him and find your strength in Him.

The Apostle Paul also reminds us of this truth in 2 Corinthians 12:9, where he states that “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” This verse shows us that when we are weak, God’s grace is sufficient for us, and His power (Holy Spirit) is made perfect in our weaknesses.

Additionally, In Philippians 4:13, Paul says that he can do all things through Christ who strengthens him, reminding us that Christ is the source of our strength and the one who empowers us to overcome our weaknesses.

Get Your Bible Out and Read – Study God’s Word

In times of weakness and struggles, let’s take out our Bibles, read these passages and trust in God and find strength in Him. God’s comfort, strengthening, and power are in His words. He is the source of grace and strength that empowers us to overcome our weaknesses. And through His grace and strength, we can face and overcome any challenges that come our way.

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Jamie Pantastico

Mesa Bible Study

Faith, Sine Qua Non

“What is Not Properly Understood can “Not” be Properly Applied”

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What Saith the Scripture?

Most problems in interpreting Bible passages arise from neglecting a passage’s context. The guiding principle of sound interpretation is to take a passage literally. Not maintaining this discipline, interpreting Scripture becomes made up, man’s idea, fantasy, and the passage can mean almost anything. The result is erroneous and ridiculous interpretations.

Another important principle to sound Bible interpretation is to read Scripture “in-time”. In other words, we have to read and study the Bible as a progressive revelation. Not getting ahead of God’s revelation.

God’s plan of redemption for mankind wasn’t revealed all at once to Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Isaiah, or any of the other old testament prophets. Not even Peter and the eleven were given the full counsel of God. The Lord revealed to each of the aforementioned what they needed at their particular time in Biblical history. A hermeneutical method that does not approach Scripture as a progressive revelation leads to erroneous interpretations.

To be a good bible student one must maintain a literal, grammatical and historical (in-time) hermeneutic. There has been much too much of man’s theology governing Scripture when it is God’s Word alone that reigns over theology.

Who's writing?

Identify the author of the book and passage.

Who is the author writing too?

Who is the audience? Yes, all Scripture is for us but not all of Scripture is directed to us our salvation and doctrine (how to live our daily lives). To say all of Scripture is, is erroneous interpretation.

When was the Book or Passage written?

This is necessary to identify the time and historical context.

What were the circumstances when it was written? (what was going on)

What was going on before and after it was written?

What happen before and after the particular Book or Passage you’re reading?

What is the HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF THE VERSE?

Where does the Bible verse fit in Biblical history. Use the answers from the list of these questions to identify the “historical context”.

Are there other passages that the Author has written to help expand on the verse your reading?

Utilize the full counsel of God to illuminate the passage

All of Scripture fits perfectly.

The Good News

salvation

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. You don’t have to do anything but believe by faith that God sent His only Son Jesus Christ to die for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead 3 days later.

THE GOOD NEWS

SALVATION

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. SALVATION IS BY FAITH ALONE & FAITH IS BELIEVING WHAT GOD SAYS.

God declares all mankind sinners and we all fall short of Glory of God. Romans 3:23
The payment for our sin is death. Romans 6:23
But God…because he loved you so much sent His own Son, Jesus Christ, to die in your place, for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead three days later. 1 Cor 15:1-4; 2cor 5:21

All God asks is that you believe by faith alone in 1, 2, & 3. That you’re a sinner, separated from God but God sent his Son to die for your sins, was buried & rose again 3 days later.

that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.

Romans 10:9

Do You Believe?

Finding Strength in Weakness: The Sufficient Grace of God

by Jamie Pantastico

Daily Encouragement

Get Your Bible Out and Read – Study God’s Word

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