Grace is the gospel’s core revealed, preached, and gratefully received.  (Acts 20:24). Grace is defined as mercy shown to nil-deserving and ill-deserving sinners.  Disciples ought to always worship the Lord for His amazing and abundant grace.

Go to the cross

The Love of God, the holiness of God, the justice of God, and the righteousness of God were revealed as the Son of God suffered, died, and rose again on the third day.  The grace of God pulls people towards Him.  (John 3: 14)

Grow and Glow

Believers are not only saved by grace but also could grow in grace.  (II Peter 3:18) A growing disciple is also a glowing witness by the grace of God.  Disciples become God’s instruments of righteousness, useful for fulfilling God’s purposes.  (Romans 6:13)

Go to serve

God’s grace motivates disciples to serve Him.  (1 Corinthians 15:10; II Corinthians 9:8) Grace does not make a person selfish, satisfied, and self-sufficient; instead, it helps him become sacrificial, self-giving, and service-minded.

Grow in trials

God’s grace in trials is amazing as it helps a person to excel, grow and shine. Trials are converted from tragedy to track for robust growth.  God’s power could overcome human weakness exhibited through sufficient grace. (II Corinthians 12:9).

Giving

The church in Macedonia experienced the grace of giving. They gave generously beyond their means, despite their poverty. (II Corinthians 8) Human nature is to hoard and store for future safety and security.  God’s people give, putting their own future in jeopardy.

Grace in needs

God is gracious to provide all our needs as the Heavenly Father.  All his children are invited to God’s throne of mercy to receive appropriate help in times of need.  (Hebrews 4:16)

Greetings and final blessings

The final or the last verse of the Bible ends by dispensing grace to all who read.  “The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all. Amen.” (Revelation 22:21) Yes, the grace is the disciples’ hope fixed on Him when He comes again.  (1 Peter 1:13).

Do I enjoy, experience, and extoll God’s grace?

This article was originally published on https://4gtmovement.com Used with permission.

Rev Dr J N Manokaran is a Researcher, Writer, Trainer and Consultant based in Chennai