Have you ever faced a moment so humbling — or even embarrassing — that you just wanted to move on and forget it ever happened? I get it. We all do. But what if those low points are exactly where God wants to meet us? Today, we're reflecting on the story of King Nebuchadnezzar from the Bible. You might know him as a powerful ruler — a conqueror, even — but his story takes a surprising turn. He goes from the height of success to a place of utter humiliation, living like an animal, only to be restored by God’s incredible grace. This story reminds me (and I hope it will remind you) that our accomplishments aren’t the result of our own strength or moral goodness. Success isn’t a simple “cause and effect” based on how well we’ve behaved or how hard we’ve worked. Instead, it’s a gift of God’s grace — something we receive when we’re willing to let go of pride and lean into His mercy. If you’ve ever felt stuck, rejected, or wondering where God is in your struggles, I think you’ll find hope in this story by Rob Haynes. Let’s remember: No matter where we are — high or low — God’s grace is bigger and more powerful than our mistakes or our successes. And He’s always ready to meet us right where we are.

Posted by Paulo Lopes at 2025-07-22 17:15:04 UTC