The Unearned Blessing of Salvation
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.—Ephesians 2:8–9 (NIV)
After everyone was full, Jesus told his disciples, “Now gather the leftovers, so that nothing is wasted.”—John 6:12 (NLT)
This beautiful verse reminds us that every part of you—your mistakes and problems—play a role in shaping you into an understanding, powerful person. All of your pain and failures equip you to minister to others in similar situations.
Dear Lord, help me use the leftover pieces of my past for Your purpose.
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.—Ephesians 2:8–9 (NIV)
Never again will they hunger; never again will they thirst. The sun will not beat down on them, nor any scorching heat.—Revelation 7:16 (NIV)
But the Lord has become my fortress, and my God the rock in whom I take refuge.—Psalm 94:22 (NIV)