Daily Devotional 07/30
Proverbs 24:16 (KJV)
16 For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief.
Every believer faces trials and failures in our lives. The verse does not say "if" a just man will fall, it actually points to "when" he falls he rises up again. It's inevitable that we will fail but it's also true that we will rise up again. The ability to rise after falling is not rooted in our strength. It is solely because of Jesus Christ and his merciful grace. He is the one who lifts us up and restores us. He paid the price for our sins—past, present, and future. Through His resurrection, He conquered sin and death, giving us the power to overcome any and all obstacles.
Our identity is not defined by our failures but by the blood of Jesus Christ.
In Christ, we are forgiven, redeemed, and made new. When we stumble, we should remember this turn to God's grace and mercy. Our identity is found in Christ and His righteousness, not in our shortcomings or lackings. God knows that we will face struggles and temptations. That's why He provides us with support through His Word, the Holy Spirit, and core of the heart. The servants of God—pastors, mentors, and fellow Christians—are given to us to offer guidance, encouragement, and accountability. I'm here to help you navigate your spiritual journey and keep you aligned with the gospel always.
Without failing, we cannot experience God's grace consantly. Every time we fall, it causes us to self-reflect on the mercy of God. It allows us to think about his heart in each situation. It's a good reminder to not trust ourselves and trust the word of God.
No matter how many times we may fall, the end result is always getting back up. That is made possible only through the blood of Jesus. How thankful is that!
Hallelujah!