All That You Need

“And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.”

 II Corinthians 9:8

What an awesome promise!  No matter what you are doing (provided it is Godly) or what you are in need of, God is able to make all grace abound to you.  That means that whenever you need God’s unmerited favor, it is yours.  This is one of the verses that can build confidence in your life if you concentrate on that knowledge.

If you begin a work that God has called you to, such as a ministry, He will give you whatever you need to accomplish what He has called you to do.  He will give you the strength and emotional energy to carry it out.  He will multiply your time, He will give you resources, and He will cause people to like you for no apparent reason!

This concept applies even in our secular life or home life, across all spheres that touch you.  This does not mean that you will never struggle or fight against problems.  But it does mean that you have a promise to have all that you need.  This means money for the power bill, patience for the Little League team you coach, it means ALL things.

Perhaps the most thrilling part of this verse is the promise that you will abound in every good work.  Whatever you do, it will prosper or succeed.  You will reap a harvest, an abundant supply.

We all know people who have stepped out and tried things and appear to have failed.  But we can be sure that if a child of God is involved, God can turn even our messes into messages.  He can transform any situation and work it for our good.  So even something that appears like a flop to us, God can use to build character, teach us something we need to learn or show us that He is still in control.

Dear Lord, thank you for your promises.  Thank you for your grace and your desire to put that unmerited favor on me.  Thank you that I can walk in your empowerment and favor.  In Jesus’ Name.  Amen.

Sherri