Grace for the Moment Quotes

“When God looks at you, he doesn’t see you; he sees the One who surrounds you. That means that failure is not a concern for you. Your victory is secure.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment

“Though you see nothing, he is acting.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment

“When he says we’re forgiven, let’s unload the guilt. When he says we’re valuable, let’s believe him. . . . When he says we’re provided for, let’s stop worrying. God’s efforts are strongest when our efforts are useless”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“Confession is the act of inviting God to walk the acreage of our hearts. “There is a rock of greed over here, Father. I can’t budge it. And that tree of guilt near the fence? Its roots are long and deep. And may I show you some dry soil, too crusty for seed?” God’s seed grows better if the soil of the heart is cleared.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment

“You come before the judgment seat of God full of rebellion and mistakes. Because of his justice he cannot dismiss your sin, but because of his love he cannot dismiss you. So, in an act which stunned the heavens, he punished himself on the cross for your sins. God’s justice and love are equally honored. And you, God’s creation, are forgiven.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment

“God sees us with the eyes of a Father. He sees our defects, errors, and blemishes. But He also sees our value. What did Jesus know that enabled Him to do what He did? Here’s part of the answer: He knew the value of people. He knew that each human being is a treasure. And because He did, people were not a source of stress, but a source of joy.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment Volume I, Blue, eBook: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year

“The more radical the change, the greater the joy. And it’s worth every effort, for this is the joy of God.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“At the beginning of every act of faith, there is often a seed of fear.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“The ripple of today’s lie is tomorrow’s wave and next year’s flood.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life. And I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. PSALM 23:6 NKJV”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. PROVERBS 18:10 NKJV When you are confused about the future, go to your Jehovah-raah, your caring shepherd. When you are anxious about provision, talk to Jehovah-jireh, the Lord who provides. Are your challenges too great? Seek the help of Jehovah-shalom, the Lord is peace. Is your body sick? Are your emotions weak? Jehovah-rophe, the Lord who heals you, will see you now. Do you feel like a soldier stranded behind enemy lines? Take refuge in Jehovah-nissi, the Lord my banner. Meditating on the names of God reminds you of the character of God. Take these names and bury them in your heart. God is the shepherd who guides, the Lord who provides, the voice who brings peace in the storm, the physician who heals the sick, and the banner that guides the soldier. The Great House of God”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“Remember, disappointment is cured by revamped expectations.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“Better to pray awkwardly than not at all.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“When Jesus’ brother didn’t share his convictions, he didn’t try to force them. He recognized that his spiritual family could provide what his physical family didn’t.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“Sin does to a life what shears do to a flower. A cut at the stem separates a flower from the source of life. Initially the flower is attractive, still colorful and strong. But watch that flower over a period of time, and the leaves will wilt and the petals will drop. No matter what you do, the flower will never live again.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“Content. That’s the word. A state of heart in which you would be at peace if God gave you nothing more than he already has.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“No wonder there is no wonder. We’ve figured it all out.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“The word race is from the Greek agon, from which we get the word agony.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“hope”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“God is too gracious to ask you to do something you hate.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“Those who try to keep their lives will lose them. But those who give up their lives will save them. LUKE 17:33”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1

“Trust that God is in our corner.”
― Max Lucado, Grace for the Moment: Inspirational Thoughts for Each Day of the Year, Volume 1