Grace is when God changes the way things turn out.
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Grace is sufficient and enough for everything we need! It's the favorable circumstances God puts us in. And it shows what God can do in impossible situations.
What is Grace?
Most people define grace or understand grace as being privileged to experience the amazing favor of God as He goes out of His way to offer you kindness and good results even when you do not deserve it. However, grace is not limited to the above definition. There's more.
Grace is not easy to truly define because of its vastness. The definition above is an attempt to explain something that cannot be naturally defined.
When we read Ephesians 1:3, it says how God has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in Christ. So, to understand grace fully will require you to know each and every spiritual blessing we have in Christ Jesus.
Therefore, this blog aims to show you how grace is not limited but includes all that is in Jesus. The only way to know what is in Christ Jesus is to have a personal relationship with Him and to allow Him to reveal His graces to you, because grace is through having knowledge of Christ (2 Peter 1:2).
God's grace is so abundant, we will never stop knowing and receiving its fulness (John 1:16-17).
"Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord."— 2 Peter 1:2
If you allow Christ Jesus to dwell within you and you follow His guidance, you will begin to experience a life filled with grace, which will continue to unfold throughout your entire existence (Galatians 2:20).
Grace is commonly understood as favor, faith, salvation, mercy, and various other things. However, it encompasses all of these and more. It comprises of God’s promises, power, strength, ability, healing, benefits, kindness, and more.
Christ’s power
By grace we are given power (2 Corinthians 12:9-10). By grace we have help for moments when we are in need (Hebrews 4:15-16). By grace we are able to be kind and serve others (1 Peter 4:10), and when we are humble we will walk in grace (James 4:6).
With grace we can do things that are difficult and we can fulfill our life's purpose (1 Corinthians 15:10).
By Grace we are saved and given eternal life (Ephesians 2:8; Acts 15:10-11; Romans 5:20-21). Sin will no longer has dominion over our life with grace. It's what allows us to live a righteous life (Romans 6:14, Titus 2:11-12, Galatians 5:16).
Sin is not only wrongful actions but also its implications. Understanding the true nature of sin will help you recognize what no longer holds power over you or your life—thanks to grace.
For instance, the price of sin is death, but grace allows us to be forgiven, cleansed, and made right (Romans 6:23; 1 John 1:9).
When we sin, we fall short of God’s glory, but grace helps us out of the mess or overcome the consequences we have gotten into (Romans 3:23).
His grace includes His promises
God promises, with long life will He satisfy you with (Psalm 91:16). In other words, you will be made to last a long time and endure for an extended period because He assures that your days will increase and years will be added to your life (Proverbs 9:11).
Another promise God gave us is to give us abundant life (John 10:10). He desires for us to have an abundance of everything that belongs to Him, but we must seek and desire His blessings (Matthew 6:33).
What God offers goes beyond material possessions; His blessings are more valuable than any worldly possessions can provide (2 Peter 1:2).
Throughout the Bible, God makes many promises. Embrace them, live by them, and see your life transformed.
It's time to go inside
Jesus came to offer us a life of abundant, and if we are not living an abundant life then we are missing out (John 10:10).
It's like owning a mansion that you’ve never gone into. You remain unaware of the splendid decorations, artwork, and exquisite furnishings. Or the personal chef, pool, Jacuzzi, luxury vehicles, all at your disposal. All this is available to you, yet you're oblivious because you've never stepped inside your mansion.
This is the result of knowing God but failing to seek Him, explore the Scriptures deeply, and understand His heart. You will never discover what blessings God has in store for you.
If you’re missing out, it's time to go inside so you can enjoy all that’s yours.
His grace allows you to be in good health
God wishes above everything that we prosper and be healthy (3 John 1:2). One of the key priorities for God is our well-being and physical health.
Jesus has already healed our illnesses as stated in Isaiah 53:5, where it says, "...by His stripes we are healed."
Jesus became our sacrificial Lamb, freeing us from sin and its effects, like sickness (Matthew 8:17; Isaiah 53:4-5; Psalm 30:2; 1 Peter 2:24). God's plan for us is one of goodness, hope, and a promising future (Jeremiah 29:11). In Him, we will flourish like a thriving olive tree, growing strong and prosperous (Psalm 52:8).
Olive trees are a symbol of abundance and glory because of its beauty. An olive tree can live for thousands of years. The oldest olive tree is estimated to be over 2000 years old, and it still produces olives. A testament to their durability. Olive trees are resilient and their roots can regenerate when they are destroyed.
There are many benefits that olives give and why they are considered one of the most valuable trees. David said that for those who serve God and follow His decree, instructions, and commands, their lives will be like an olive tree—thriving and prospering (Psalm 52:8).
As we dive into the Scriptures, it becomes clear how much God desires for us. He wants us to be healthy, free, and filled with peace, joy, and prosperity. His plans go beyond our expectations, overflowing with abundant blessings. And the best part? It’s all available to us now. All it takes is a willing heart and a simple “yes” to His plan.
If you follow God's guidance, your life will thrive and prosper. Obey His Word, and you will discover true success and begin to live in it.
A lifetime can't fully grasp all that grace entails
Our lifespan will never fully reveal the depth of God’s grace(Philippians 4:13; John 1:16). But the good news is, we don’t need to understand it all—we simply need to live in it. However, true grace is only found in Jesus. Without Him, experiencing its fullness is impossible. This highlights the vital importance of faith in Him (John 5:30).
Hebrew definition
In Hebrew, the word grace is CHEN from a root word CHANAN, which means to bend or stoop [lower oneself] in kindness to another [in this case us] as a superior [God] to an inferior [us].
In simple terms, God lowered Himself for us from His high place to show us kindness. This is the extension of His love.
God’s nature of love is the source of grace. His kindness compels Him to do not just good, but excellence—marked by outstanding goodness. His grace is sincere, free from pretense, and flows from a genuine heart.
His kindness leads to favor where He expresses His fondness for us by doing kind acts.
It is where we experience preferential treatment and get what is unearned and undeserved because it is His nature to act in kindness and to have mercy beyond what is expected or usual.
Greek definition
In Greek, grace is CHARIS and has the idea of graciousness in manner or action. It comes from a root word CHAIRO to be cheerful or happy. Just like He is, God encourages us to be a cheerful giver, and like a great leader, He leads by example (2 Corinthians 9:7).
God is eager to show us grace
He has so much to offer, and He is excited for us to be a recipient of what He has (John 10:10, Jeremiah 29:11, Matthew 6:33, Romans 15:13, Isaiah 58:11, Romans 5:8, Philippians 4:19, 1 Corinthians 2:9, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 6:23).
He is willing, glad, ready, and takes pleasure in us and adorns those who are humble with salvation (Psalm 149:4).
Salvation is more than being saved from death to life. It is being saved from the inconsistencies and struggles of life. Saved from living without direction. Saved from not having a plan and not knowing what to do. Saved from guessing in life to knowing. Saved from living life the wrong way to living life the right way. And saved from a low way of thinking into having your mind renewed. An excerpt from It's OK To Be Single
It is saved from a life of sickness to become whole, both physically and mentally. It is saved from living in worry and stress to enjoying a peaceful and joyous life. And it is saved from struggle to finding peace.
Wealth is a good example. When you receive riches and wealth without excessive effort, your life becomes easier because it is part of God's plan for you (Proverbs 10:22). Since it is a divine purpose from God, there is no need to struggle and exhaust yourself.
All this and more are part of God's grace. As the Scripture states, no one has truly seen, heard, or imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him.
What is discussed in this blog is just the beginning, as it is merely the 'tip of the iceberg' (1 Corinthians 2:9). There is much more that God has waiting to be revealed to you.
God is deeply personal (Revelation 3:20, John 15:15). Just as a married couple unites and shares a home as one, inviting Jesus into your life creates a powerful union. Through this connection, His personal plan for your life unfolds—a plan leading to true success.
When we are one with Christ, His grace makes us fruitful and productive, transforming our lives with purpose and abundance.
God's grace is His love
God's grace is a reflection of His profound love, a love so selfless that it humbles itself for our sake, inviting us into a life full of wonder. Jesus, in His humility, chose to lower Himself and submit to the Father's will, all to reveal the boundless riches of His love. Through His sacrifice, we are given the privilege of basking in the vastness of His grace.
If you desire this kind of life, you can attain it. Simply choose to acknowledge Jesus Christ as your Lord and believe that He descended from Heaven to atone for your sins. By making this decision, you will access God's divine grace.
God's Unconditional Love is too strong to leave us the way we are!
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When you accept Jesus Christ as your Savior, His spirit will become one with yours. This is one of the greatest blessings of salvation. You don't have to go through someone else to get to God, as you and Him are now one.
All you must do is receive salvation, simply choosing to repent of your sins and welcome Jesus into your life by confessing Him as Lord. In Romans 10:9 Paul said, "If you confess with your mouth Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."
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Jesus, I confess that you are Lord, and I believe in my heart that you died and were risen for my sins. I ask for forgiveness of my sins, and I accept you as my personal Lord and Savior—in Jesus' name, Amen.
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