Daily Devotion

“We can only obtain God's provision by using God's methods in our work. If we rely on ourselves, we will surely grow weary; but if we rely on God, we will never lack.”

Hudson Taylor · Hudson Taylor's Diary

Scripture

2 Corinthians 9:8 God is able to make you abundantly blessed, so that in all things at all times, when you have everything you need, you will abound in every good work.

Reflection

Faced with the pressures of studies, work, and life, I often thought I could get through it all by relying on my own efforts, but ultimately I found that my strength was limited and I was easily exhausted. Paul reminded me that abundance in all things does not come from ourselves, but from the rich grace of God. He does not give reluctantly, but "gives more abundantly," enabling me to have strength even in busyness and to do good even in weariness. True provision is not resources, but God Himself. Only by learning to let go, surrender, and rely on Him can we experience the grace of not lacking.