Grace in Weakness

“And He said unto me, ‘My grace is sufficient for thee, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.’ Most gladly therefore will I glory rather in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” 2 Cor 12:9

On Saturday, we learned that our mind is a battleground. Our anchor verse encourages us to guard our hearts and be mindful of our thoughts. Did you know that our sense of worth is often shaped by our upbringing, experiences, family, and friends? Though often well-meaning, these influences can lead us to focus too much on our weaknesses. As a result, we may feel discouraged or unsure of our value. Today, God invites us to see ourselves through His purpose, not through the world’s expectations. This Scripture reminds us that His grace is sufficient and His strength is perfected in our weakness.

There are various examples in the Bible: Gideon, from the weakest clan in Israel, saw himself as insignificant, yet God called him a “mighty warrior“ and equipped him to deliver His people (Judges 6:15,12). Moses, feeling unworthy, asked, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh?” Exo 3:11, and God reassured him of His presence and power. Then there’s Jeremiah, who felt too young and inexperienced, protesting, “Ah, Sovereign Lord, I do not know how to speak; I am too young” Jer 1:6. God encouraged him, promising to provide the words he needed.

Each of us is created with a unique purpose. Ephesians 2:10 tells us that we are God’s workmanship, created for good works that He has already prepared for us. Our worth and abilities are not defined by others or by our shortcomings but by the gifts God has given us (Rom 12:6-8). When we focus on these strengths, we align ourselves with His plan.

Romans 12:2 urges us to renew our minds, moving away from worldly patterns of thinking. Like Gideon, we may doubt ourselves, but God calls us to trust Him and step into His plan. What seems like weakness is often the very platform for His strength to shine. Paul also said, “For I am the least of the apostles and do not even deserve to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God” 1 Cor 15:9. Yet, Paul trusted in God’s grace to work through him despite his past mistakes. In his weakness, he proclaimed, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” Phil 4:13.

God intentionally chooses what the world sees as weak to confound the strong (1 Cor 1:27). Our flaws and insecurities are not barriers; they are opportunities for God’s power to be displayed. When we see ourselves through God’s eyes, we gain confidence—not in our own abilities, but in His strength working through us.

Let us embrace God’s view of us and actively seek to embody it in our daily lives. Today, choose to see yourself through God’s eyes—valuable, capable, and empowered to fulfill His purpose.