Standing in Grace (Part 1 of 5)
In the last devotional, we asked the question the Holy Spirit placed on my heart: “What are you standing in?” We discovered that one of the foundations we stand upon is grace — the unearned, empowering favor of God.
“But Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord.” — Genesis 6:8 (KJV)
At first, I wondered, How do we stand in grace? When I thought of grace, the word favor always came to mind — God’s undeserved goodness. But as I began to study deeper, my soul was set on fire. Grace is so much more than favor; it is divine empowerment. It’s the strength, wisdom, and positioning God gives us to fulfill His purpose.
The first mention of grace in Scripture is found in Genesis 6:8, and it appears in the story of Noah. Scripture describes Noah as “a righteous man, blameless in his generation, and Noah walked with God.” To walk with God means to live in close fellowship and obedience to Him. Noah’s relationship with God set him apart from the corruption of his generation.
Because Noah walked with God, he was aligned with God — and grace flowed from that alignment. Grace gave Noah access to divine insight. While others were blind to what was coming, grace revealed to Noah the blueprint for survival — the ark. Grace positioned him to hear and to act on what God was saying.
Think about that: grace put Noah in position for knowledge, favor, and divine protection. It wasn’t just about escaping destruction; it was about being chosen to begin again. The grace Noah received became the bridge between the old world and the new. Through grace, Noah became the father of a new generation — a symbol of renewal and restoration.
When we stand in grace, we, too, are given access to divine wisdom. Grace opens doors we could never open on our own. It positions us for assignments that are beyond our natural ability. Standing in grace means standing in God’s plan, His provision, and His power.
Grace isn’t passive. It doesn’t simply rest on us; it propels us forward into purpose. Just as grace empowered Noah to build in obedience, grace empowers us to stand firm in faith and move in alignment with God’s will.
Key Takeaways
Grace is divine positioning. It places you in alignment with God’s will and gives you access to His wisdom and direction.
Grace empowers obedience. Just as Noah received the blueprint for the ark, grace equips you to walk out God’s instructions in your life.
Grace produces renewal. When you stand in grace, you become part of God’s redemptive plan — a vessel He uses to bring forth new beginnings.
Affirmations: Matthew 10:20; Luke 24:32; Ephesians 6:19; Isaiah 55:11
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