Face With Grace!

Today’s Scripture Readings:
OT: Isaiah 8
NT: Acts 3
W&W: Proverbs 11

Today’s Reflection:
When Peter and John were confronted by a crippled beggar on their way into the temple, the Bible says, “Peter looked straight at him, as did John. Then Peter said, ‘Look at us’” (Acts 3.4).

Usually, when we are admonished to look straight at the problem, we think about our own difficulties. But this scripture confronts us with the needs of those around us. I think it is significant that Peter and John looked straight at the man who needed grace because experience tells us that it is so easy to look away. The temptation is to not get involved, to think, “I can’t do anything about it.” But the truth of the matter is, God sends us out every day into a need-filled world, and he wants us to look straight at the needs!

As I read this scripture, it seemed as if God spoke to me: “Be courageous, Scott! Face those who need grace! My grace is sufficient! Do not shy away from needs. I will give you: power; the right words; an anointing of my Holy Spirit; the results I want (It’s my name that’s on the line!).
It’s in my hands, Scott, but I want you to look square on the need at hand!”

I challenge you to hear the same words today. Yes, you have to face your own problems, but also face the world with the grace it needs! God will use you!

Have a great Friday!

This Week’s Scripture to Memorize:
1 John 1.3: We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ.