Moment by Moment Mercy
The holiest of men still need Christ as their Prophet, as “the light of the world.” For he does not give them light, but from moment to moment: The instant he withdraws, all is darkness. They still need Christ as their King; for God does not give them a stock of holiness. But unless they receive a supply every moment, nothing but unholiness would remain. They still need Christ as their Priest, to make atonement for their holy things. Even perfect holiness is acceptable to God only through Jesus Christ.
—John Wesley,
A Plain Account of Christian Perfection
Even the holiest among us never outgrow their need for Jesus. As John Wesley reminds us, Christ is not just the starting point of our faith—He is the sustaining power behind every moment of light, holiness, and grace. The instant He withdraws, we are left in darkness. We do not carry some spiritual “savings account” of strength or righteousness; instead, we are completely dependent on Christ, moment by moment, as our Prophet, Priest, and King. For those reaching out today in weakness, failure, or confusion—know this: your need does not disqualify you; it qualifies you. Jesus stands ready to supply light where you feel lost, holiness where you feel broken, and mercy where your best still falls short. You don’t need to muster strength—just receive it. He is with you, and He is enough. —DH
—David Hoskins, Founder & Care Guide, Sanctuary Clinics