Grace That Is Better

August 12, 2026

Scripture Of The Day

2 Cor. 12:9-10 “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”

By Cheryl Henderson

Grace is often defined as unmerited favor—something we receive that we could never earn or deserve. It is God’s divine help, His presence, and His power working in our lives.

I love the phrase “grace upon grace.” It reminds me that God doesn’t just give us a little grace to get by. He gives us grace upon grace—more than enough for whatever we may face. But to me, grace is God’s presence and power at work in us.

I saw that firsthand while caring for my husband, Ed, as he walked through cancer. I didn’t know how I would do everything that needed to be done, but somehow I did. I didn’t care what I had to do—I was glad to do it. I cared for him with joy. Looking back, I know that wasn’t just my strength. That was God’s grace.

When Ed went home to be with Jesus, I could look back and see that God had given me the grace I needed for every moment. His grace carried me when I was weak, and His power was made perfect in my weakness.

Maybe you are facing something today that feels bigger than you. Remember, God’s grace is greater. You don’t have to have the strength for tomorrow. You only need His grace for today.

So today, I speak grace over you. I pray that you truly grasp this truth: through Jesus Christ, you have received grace upon grace. His love surrounds you, His favor rests upon you, and His grace is always enough. Whatever you face today, His grace is greater.

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