“Our family operated under a banner that said significance was earned. Any role of importance had to be achieved.
It was never given, and none of it came easily.”
“During the storm of my less-than-grace-filled childhood days, my granddad was the one who demonstrated to me what God’s grace looked like.
He taught me how to drive. Believe me, it was a dangerous assignment.”
“I drove a little too close to objects on his side of the truck, and before you know it, I had ripped the right fender completely off the vehicle.
‘I’m so sorry, Granddaddy,’ I said, hurt and embarrassed that I had done that damage to his truck.”
“But I will never forget his response:
‘Don’t worry about it, Charles. I can get more fenders—but I can’t get more grandsons like you.’
In that moment, a glimpse of grace appeared to this teenager.”
“Grace doesn’t hand you the bill. Grace absorbs it.
And it tells you what you’re worth while the damage is still fresh.
Never forget that the One who sees every dent still calls you His.”
“God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God.”
Ephesians 2:8
PASTOR CHUCK SWINDOLL
BEFORE YOU READ TODAY’S PASSAGE…
GIVE THANKS: Think about one (or five) things you are thankful for in your life. Like this.
STOP: Lord, where is my heart today?
LOOK: Lord, help me discover new truth from your Word today. Enduring Word Commentary
LISTEN: Lord, what is your thought for me today from your Word?
Lord, what do I need to talk with You about?
Lord, what are you asking me to do?
Who specifically can you pray for or reach out to today?
Name someone and how you might offer prayer, encouragement, or support.
