Grace in the Present and Future Age
What is Grace?
In a world focused on earning and merit, grace is a divine gift—undeserved and freely given—that redefines our lives. It challenges the logic of human effort with a message of unearned favor, shaping how we live now and what we hope for.
Grace is the free gift of God’s favor. The Greek word for grace is "Charis," meaning "gift." Our modern term "charismatic" is derived from this root. Grace is personified in Jesus Christ, who was given to the Church—both Jews and Gentiles—as a gift (See John 1:14-18; 2 Timothy 1:9). The two groups are saved by the grace and mercy of God!
Grace is the free gift of God’s favor. The Greek word for grace is "Charis," meaning "gift." Our modern term "charismatic" is derived from this root. Grace is personified in Jesus Christ, who was given to the Church—both Jews and Gentiles—as a gift (See John 1:14-18; 2 Timothy 1:9). The two groups are saved by the grace and mercy of God!
Difference Between Mercy and Grace
Mercy withholds the punishment we deserve, while grace gives us blessings we could never earn, like acceptance and eternal life in Christ. This shows God's kindness, going beyond just sparing us from judgment to actively blessing us
Isreal and the Church
Israel: The Country Founded by Grace
Israel’s foundation is attributed to grace. (See Deuteronomy 7:1-8; 9:6-7)
The Church: The Institution Founded by Grace
The Church shares this foundation of grace. (See Ephesians 2:8-10; 1 Peter 2:9-10)
Israel’s foundation is attributed to grace. (See Deuteronomy 7:1-8; 9:6-7)
The Church: The Institution Founded by Grace
The Church shares this foundation of grace. (See Ephesians 2:8-10; 1 Peter 2:9-10)
Understanding Salvation
- Justification: Deliverance from the penalty of sin (See Romans 3-5)
- Sanctification: Deliverance from the power of sin (See Romans chapters 6-8)
- Glorification: Deliverance from the presence of sin (See Revelation 21:22-27)
- Sanctification: Deliverance from the power of sin (See Romans chapters 6-8)
- Glorification: Deliverance from the presence of sin (See Revelation 21:22-27)
Grace Present and Future
Present Teachings: Based on Titus 2:11-15
- What we should NOT do: Grace teaches us to deny ungodliness and worldly passions.
- What we should do: Grace guides us to live soberly, righteously, and godly lives.
Future Glorification:
- Expect the glorious appearing and our future glorification (See Titus 2:13; 2 Corinthians 4:16-17; Colossians 1:24-27; 1 Peter 5:1-10).
- What we should NOT do: Grace teaches us to deny ungodliness and worldly passions.
- What we should do: Grace guides us to live soberly, righteously, and godly lives.
Future Glorification:
- Expect the glorious appearing and our future glorification (See Titus 2:13; 2 Corinthians 4:16-17; Colossians 1:24-27; 1 Peter 5:1-10).
Memory Verse
1 Peter 5:10 - After you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself perfect, confirm, strengthen and establish you.
Conclusion
Conclusion:
1. Grace is a gift from God.
2. Grace is in Christ—Christ is the embodiment of grace.
3. Grace justifies, sanctifies, and glorifies us.
4. Grace founded both Israel and the Church.
5. Grace is not a license to sin.
Acronym for Grace:
G—God’s
R—Redemption
A—At
C—Christ
E—Expense
Jesus Christ is the embodiment of Grace, making Grace inseparable from Christ Himself.
1. Grace is a gift from God.
2. Grace is in Christ—Christ is the embodiment of grace.
3. Grace justifies, sanctifies, and glorifies us.
4. Grace founded both Israel and the Church.
5. Grace is not a license to sin.
Acronym for Grace:
G—God’s
R—Redemption
A—At
C—Christ
E—Expense
Jesus Christ is the embodiment of Grace, making Grace inseparable from Christ Himself.
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