Pastor Stephen Dedman

And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
‭‭II Corinthians‬ ‭12‬:‭9‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
Where in your life do you feel weak right now, and how can you invite God into that place?

Context
The apostle Paul wrote these words after pleading with God to remove a “thorn in the flesh” which was a persistent struggle or hardship. Instead of taking it away, God responded with a promise: His grace would be enough. Not only that, but God’s power would actually be displayed more clearly through Paul’s weakness.

Application
We often pray for strength by asking God to remove what’s hard. But sometimes, God chooses a different path, He gives us grace in the struggle rather than deliverance from it. Why? Because it’s in our weakest moments that we lean on Him the most.

Weakness isn’t something to hide from God, it’s where His power shows up best. When you feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or inadequate, you’re actually in the perfect position to experience His strength.

Instead of asking, “God, why is this happening?” try asking, “God, how can Your power be revealed through this?” Lean into His grace today especially in the areas where you feel weakest.

Truth For The Day
God’s grace is enough for whatever you face today.

Pray
Lord, I admit my weakness to You. I can’t do this on my own, but I don’t have to because Your grace is enough. Show Your strength in my life today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Then those who gladly received his word were baptized; and that day about three thousand souls were added to them.
‭‭Acts‬ ‭2‬:‭41‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
What is God asking you to do today that you’ve been delaying?

Context
After Peter preached at Pentecost, the people were cut to the heart. They believed the message about Jesus, and their response was immediate: “Those who accepted his message were baptized.” There was no delay, no hesitation, just obedience.

Application
One of the greatest struggles in the Christian life is not knowing what God wants but doing what He’s already said. Baptism is one of the clearest steps of obedience in Scripture, yet many delay it. Not out of rebellion, but out of hesitation, fear, or waiting for the “right time.”

Delayed obedience can quietly become disobedience. Every step God asks us to take is not to burden us, but to bless us. Baptism is not about being ready, it’s about being willing.

Is there a step of obedience you’ve been putting off? Whether it’s baptism, forgiveness, or trusting God in a new area, don’t wait. The moment God speaks is the moment to move.

Truth For The Day
Obedience opens the door to everything God wants to do next in your life.

Pray
Lord, give me a heart that responds quickly when You speak. Remove fear, hesitation, and excuses. Help me to trust You enough to obey immediately. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭11‬:‭1‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
Are you trusting what you see, or are you trusting what God has said?

Context
The writer of Hebrews reminds believers that faith isn’t based on what we can see it’s rooted in trusting God’s promises. Throughout Scripture, God’s people often had to walk forward before they ever saw the outcome.

Application
There are moments in life when God feels silent, the path seems unclear, and the outcome is uncertain. It’s in these moments that faith matters the most. Faith is not pretending everything is okay, it’s choosing to trust God even when everything feels unsure. God is always working, even if you don’t see it. Just because you don’t see progress doesn’t mean God is absent. He is aligning things, strengthening you, and preparing what’s ahead.

Don’t let what you see determine what you believe. Let what God has said shape your confidence.

Truth For The Day
God is working even when you can’t see it.

Pray
Lord, help me to trust You beyond what I can see. Strengthen my faith in uncertain moments. Remind me that You are always working for my good, even when I don’t understand. I choose to believe Your promises today. In Jesus’ name, amen.