David A. Holland

“Where Power Rushes In But he [the Lord] answered me, “My grace is always more than enough for you, and my power finds its full expression through your weakness.” So I will celebrate my weaknesses, for when I’m weak I sense more deeply the mighty power of Christ living in me. 2 CORINTHIANS “I do it myself!” Everyone who has ever parented a three-yearold knows this refrain well. In their path of development, every child”
― David A. Holland, Praying Grace for Women: 55 Meditations and Declarations for Beloved Daughters of God

“reaches an age in which they no longer want mom or dad to do things for them. They want the satisfaction of doing things on their own. This is a healthy and natural part of growing up. Most of us bring a similar impulse into our growing up in God. But it’s not nearly as healthy. We prefer to take things as far as possible in our own strength, ability, and “wisdom.” Well-meaning voices in our lives even encourage this. “God helps those who help themselves,” we’re assured. Often, it is only when we reach the end of our own natural capacity that we are willing to call on God for help. It’s only when our brilliant plans go tragically wrong or when our tight grip of control on our circumstances gets”
― David A. Holland, Praying Grace for Women: 55 Meditations and Declarations for Beloved Daughters of God