2 Corinthians. 12:9 - "My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness." therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weakness, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me.
Observation
Yesterday morning when I sat down to study the bible verse this bible verse, it didn't really grab me. I had picked it out Monday, but my anxious heart on Tuesday was longing for a scripture that brought me peace. Certainly this scripture couldn't do that, so I moved on. I studied peace, but still anxiety. I praised and thanked God, "ah peace at last", but when I was done praising Him, the anxiety came back. I prayed and rebuked the spirit of fear, claiming 2 Timothy 1:7 over myself. For a moment I felt bold as a Lion, but alas, the boldness shifted into weakness.
However, during a call with my mom later in the afternoon, I was reminded of the scripture I was supposed to study that morning. And He said to me "My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness." I then praised God for revealing my weakness and His sovereignty to me, as well as for drawing me to His grace and for His perfect power in my failings. I had reconciled that if God has given me a Spirit of power, love, and a sound mind, how better to show of His power than in the midst of my weakness.
During that revelation God's grace enveloped me and with it, the springs of peace began to wash me of all anxiety and fear. As the winds of the storm blew heavy last night, I sat on my couch and sang love songs to my King. I boast of my timidity today, because in doing so, I can boast of my God's grace and His precious love for me.
Application
This verse was applied in my life yesterday and I hope every day from here on out. Fear is a chain that has been in my family for generations; certainly not everyone of my family members struggle with fear, but enough for me to know where this thorn comes from. Nevertheless, God's grace is sufficient, and I praise Him for pushing me out of my comfort zone and into great adventures. I may never get rid of these feelings of fear, and everyday I may have to push myself to talk to people, leave my house, and try something new. But God's grace is sufficient. By His power I can respond to fear with power, love, and a sound mind.
Prayer
How amazing is your grace Father. In the light of Your truth I find myself held securely in Your hand. Please continue to make us one, I in You, and You in me. That we would always dwell together. Although I know that I can not lose Your love for me, I can miss seeing it in my everyday life. I ask You to continue to work Your power into my life. That I would submit to You in every way and in submission I would take Your yoke upon me, for Your yoke is easy and Your burden light (Matthew 11:30).
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