Devotion for Today

Relying on Grace

December 6, 2013

Yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.
–1 Corinthians 15:10

Let us face this fact: We came into the world with nothing, and we will leave it with nothing. Where do we get the notion that man’s idea of success and God’s are the same? You have written a book; you are a clever manager and promoter; you are a talented artist; you are independently rich; you have achieved fame and fortune. Without the gifts of intelligence, imagination, personality, and physical energy—which are all endowed by God—where would you be? Are we not born poor? Do we not die poor? And would we not be poor indeed without God’s infinite mercy and love?

We came out of nothing; and if we are anything, it is because God is everything. If He were to withhold His power for one brief instant from us, if He were to hold in check the breath of life for one moment, our physical existence would shrivel into nothingness, and our souls would be whisked away into an endless eternity. Those who are poor in spirit recognize their creatureliness and their sinfulness—but more, they are ready to confess their sins and renounce them.

Prayer for the day

All I have or am, Lord God, has been given to me by Your almighty hands. Forgive me when I tend to boast about my own accomplishments—for I am nothing without Your grace and love.

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36 Comments

Jeffrey says 12.7.2012, 1:33 p.m.

trust

Elias says 12.7.2012, 02:53 a.m.

Thank You LORD for Your LOVE and Mercy.Glory to GOD.

Catherine says 12.6.2012, 7:23 p.m.

iI have first hand experience with this thought: I know that wth myself, I have to try! That includes a lot of conversation with God and prayer with Him.

T says 12.6.2012, 6:29 p.m.

Amen! Instead of being prideful I need to give the glory to God!

Glory says 8.7.2012, 05:01 a.m.

Who and what are we without grace? (dust).

Gerry says 5.22.2012, 08:59 a.m.

One day every knee will bow before Jesus Christ .........even the boastful, self-made man.

Paul M. says 2.26.2012, 09:46 a.m.

I love the Lord for the love mercy His hands wrought, for you and I on that old blood stained wooden cross. Just like an expert carpenter He plans and builds entire home-houses, now don't you reckon you can say He's the boss? For He keeps us...

Temeng says 12.9.2011, 09:40 a.m.

I am nothing but in Jesus I am somebody

Janice says 12.8.2011, 12:53 a.m.

If we take a little time out each day to meditate on this bit of wisdom I believe our hearts will be filled with gratitude for our awesome, gracious Savior who "became poor, that we might become rich."

Joy says 12.7.2011, 04:00 a.m.

Who are we without God? I think that a constant reminder of our nothingness/emptiness without God will help us live better lives as Christians/Christ's representatives here on earth.thank u sir for reminding us of our duties once again.

karen honaker says 12.6.2011, 6:26 p.m.

amen amen!!!!!!!!!!!

EFUNBOTE says 12.6.2011, 4:03 p.m.

MY LIFE DEPEND SO MUCH ON CHRIST AND MY RELATIONSHIP WITH HIM, WITHOUT HIM I CAN DO NOTHING.

JSE M. PISANO says 12.6.2011, 3:25 p.m.

Thank you my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, we are nothing but because of your love for us, we can praise and worship you. God bless to all readers. Take time to meditate the word of God daily.

Eddie says 12.6.2011, 2:55 p.m.

Is Christmas Dec. 25, answer yes, and every day a sinner accepts JESUS AND IS BORN AGAIN IS CHRISTMAS for him or her. Therefor Christmas is 365 days a year and every sec. of the day. Thank you JESUS

Stephanie says 12.6.2011, 12:59 a.m.

Dear God, Help me to be thankful and content with and in all, you have given me, Amen

Nicholas says 12.6.2011, 09:47 a.m.

Billy Graham, I am praying for a speedy recovery for you. I pray for God's healing for you. You are a lighthouse and a treasure in God's Kingdom.You have a very Faithful role model to your family and to the lives you have touched. You are truly a man of faith an integrity.I pray that God continue to pour out his showers of blessings on you. Rev. Graham Let God's Light continue to shine through you. I remember when I watched your crusades on T.V. when you give the invitation and the song Just As I AM is sung by the choir. That is a pretty song. The words to the song are very true.God bless you, Rev. Billy Graham

Phyllis says 12.6.2011, 09:30 a.m.

I came back into the house this morning and turned on the tv - a blind man was singing Amazing Grace! I immediately sat and just listened. When that was over I came and turned on my computer - logged on to FB and here is Billy Graham's Daily Devotion... Amazing Grace! Whatever would I do - or be - without HIM?

Jason says 12.6.2011, 09:27 a.m.

I like that old song though it all I have learn to trust in God I can depend up on him Like that old song says I cant even walk without you holding my hand Without God I am nothing with God I am loved Praise his name

Renea says 12.6.2011, 09:24 a.m.

I can do nothing or am nothing without Christ. I am so thankful for His grace and mercy. Especially during this time of the year we need to remember that it isn't about the presents "riches" that we have or give. It is about His presence in our life. That is what makes us rich.

mhonbemo says 12.6.2011, 08:45 a.m.

Indeed... without God , who am I??

Joe says 12.6.2011, 08:19 a.m.

Amen

cath says 12.6.2011, 07:04 a.m.

The altogether lovely one loved us whose life is altogether vanity without him who lifts the poor an needy an sits us with princes even princes of his people@

manzi prudent says 12.6.2011, 06:21 a.m.

tThru thy amazing' love everything was created with nothing but God's love i.e when we leave this earth we will be filled with His love and blessings. GBU

Gerry says 12.6.2011, 04:58 a.m.

Your Amazing Grace is the only reason I exist . I have no words to possibly thank you enough.

Ritu says 12.6.2011, 04:00 a.m.

Thank u for reminding me once again to glorify Him in all my accomplishments. Thanks for your ministry. Remembering you in prayers.

Pravakar says 12.5.2011, 7:53 p.m.

God has enlightened me. I submit my ways. I have trust in Lord.

Annie says 12.5.2011, 5:39 p.m.

LORD, Thank You for Your Amazing Grace. In whom we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of Your GRACE.....! LORD, my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty: neither do I exercise myself in great matters, or in things too high for me. Amen!

sheryl says 12.6.2010, 9:40 p.m.

i know i could not live in this world on my own with out him in me it's just to hard ...thank you for your gift God ...

Barbara says 12.6.2010, 9:22 p.m.

We are all God's children and without his guidence and advice- Where would we all be and to me that is a very scary question. I thank God for everything that I am and that I have everyday! AMEN

Anne says 12.6.2010, 6:07 p.m.

I told my minister when we were talking about this subject and I said in death everone is poor and his comment was or maybe rich. it got me thinking about his meaning that meeting God will be the richest reward for all our sufferings on this earth.

David says 12.6.2010, 07:57 a.m.

Praise be to God from whom all blessings flow.

Gerry says 12.6.2010, 07:26 a.m.

Without God's welcomed, daily intervention into my life, I could not accomplish anything and would not survive. Thank you so very much Lord for your extraordinary daily love, mercy and grace. Who among us, as a demonstration of infinite love, would permit their precious child to die a horrid death to save the lives of others.

Gma says 12.6.2010, 06:27 a.m.

Could it also be said we come into this world with no worldly wealth but are rich something with no compare, God's love?

Mark says 12.6.2010, 05:49 a.m.

We are nothing but a pencil in the hand of God.

HARRY SMITH says 12.6.2010, 00:26 a.m.

WITH OUT GOD I CAN DO NOTTHING BUT WITH HIM I CAN DO ALL THINGS GOD BLESS EVERYONE.

mick says 12.4.2010, 1:48 p.m.

We are nothing, but with God's help, we can be something.