Help Me Up!

The LORD lifts up those who are bowed down; the LORD loves the righteous.Psalm 146:8bAs I age, I have a hard time admitting my limitations. I recently sat on the floor (my first mistake), reading to my granddaughter. Afterward, I groaned as I tried to stand up. Hearing me struggle, my granddaughter reached out her hand saying, "I'll help you up, Grandma." I was grateful for the help but humbled by the reality check.The experience reminded me of other limitations. I am a fallen sinner with no ability to fix my predicament myself. There is no use being in denial! Instead, I can humble myself before Jesus, repent of my sins, and take hold of His hand. He mercifully lifts me up and restores me, making me whole again — righteous to stand before God. All of this is because He humbled Himself, dying in my place, and rising again to give me new life.Sandi GeisPrayer: Jesus, help me admit my guilt and humbly receive Your forgiveness and grace. Amen.Reflect: When you struggle, look for Jesus' outstretched hand. He's there to lift you up.Read: Psalm 32:1-5 | 1 John 1:8-9