Grace is what
our holy God gives that we, as sinful people, don’t deserve. In Acts 17:25,
we learn that “He gives to all life, breath, and all things.” His gifts include
our very next breath. Even in our darkest hour, strength is given by God so
that we can endure.
Mercy is what
God withholds that we do deserve. In Lamentations
3:22, we read, “Through the Lord’s mercies we are not consumed.”
Even when we’re wayward, God gives time and help for us to turn back to Him.
Peace is what God
brings to His people. Jesus said: “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to
you; not as the world gives do I give to you” (John 14:27).
Even in the worst of times, we have inner tranquillity because our God is in
control.
We can be
encouraged that throughout our lives the Lord will give us the grace, mercy,
and peace we need to live for Him.
God’s
grace is immeasurable, His mercy is inexhaustible, His peace is inexpressible. (RBC)
