2 Corinthians 12:9 (NRSV) — 9 but he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, 

for power is made perfect in weakness.” 

So, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, 

so that the power of Christ may dwell in me.

2 Corinthians 12:9 (The Message) — 9 and then he told me, My grace is enough; it’s all you need. My strength comes into its own in your weakness. 

Once I heard that, I was glad to let it happen. 

I quit focusing on the handicap and began appreciating the gift. 

It was a case of Christ’s strength moving in on my weakness.

Ephesians 1:7–8 (NRSV) — 7 In him we have redemption through his blood, 

the forgiveness of our trespasses, 

according to the riches of his grace 8 that he lavished on us. 

With all wisdom and insight ...

Ephesians 1:7–8 (The Message) — 7 Because of the sacrifice of the Messiah, 

his blood poured out on the altar of the Cross, 

we’re a free people—free of penalties and punishments chalked up by all our misdeeds. 

And not just barely free, either. 

Abundantly free! 

8 He thought of everything, 

provided for everything we could possibly need,

Ephesians 4:7 (NRSV) — 7 But each of us was given grace 

according to the measure of Christ’s gift.

Hebrews 13:25 (NRSV) — 25 Grace be with all of you.

His Grace

covers

embraces

erases

renews

and is super-abundantly enough!