Weekly Grace

Grace is more than just God’s undeserved favor. It’s also a tool He uses to teach us to walk in humility. Understanding that everything we have is a gift from Him makes boasting unnecessary. To stay humble, we must ask ourselves what we have that God hasn’t given us; grace reminds us that our accomplishments aren’t our own doing, but God working through us.

Humility positions us to receive more grace. God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. When we humble ourselves under God’s mighty hand, He promises to lift us up in due time. This lifting isn’t about status—it’s about being empowered to fulfill His purpose.

Just as a sluice channels water, faith is the channel through which grace flows. As Paul reminded the Romans, it’s of faith, that it might be by grace. We don’t earn grace; we receive it by trusting in Jesus’ finished work. We’re justified by the faith of Christ, not by our own efforts.

Paul’s life was a testimony of grace that overcame unworthiness. He admitted that whatever he had become, it was all because God had poured out His special favor on him. Despite his less-than-perfect past, grace transformed him into a vessel of purpose. He acknowledged to the Ephesians that although he was the least deserving of all God’s people, God graciously gave him the privilege of telling the Gentiles about the endless treasures available to them in Christ.

Grace doesn’t just forgive but goes several steps further to empower. It humbles us so that God can work through us. It saves us from ourselves and our own empty self-efforts. When we stop striving and start trusting, grace takes over and does what we can’t.

Prayer:

Father, thank You for Your grace that humbles and empowers us at the same time. Help me to trust in Your work and not in my own, so that You may be glorified through me. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Scriptures:

1 Peter 5:5, 6, NLT
1 Corinthians 4:7, NLT
Romans 4:16
Galatians 2:16
1 Corinthians 15:10, NLT
Ephesians 3:8, NLT

Grace is more than a concept; it’s the very nature of God’s relationship with us through Jesus Christ. It’s His unearned, undeserved favor that empowers us to live victoriously. This isn’t something we must work for, but something we receive by faith. It begins working in our lives the moment we believe.

The world still lives by the outdated mindset of the Mosaic Law, but we’re now free from that. The law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ. We’re saved by God’s grace through our faith; this doesn’t come from ourselves, but it’s the gift of God.

Grace is Jesus Himself; when we receive Him, we receive everything He has to offer. This includes salvation, righteousness, and freedom from sin. He doesn’t just forgive—He transforms. He gives us a new identity and empowers us to live in that truth daily.

The love and mercy God shows us through Christ has no limits. From His abundance we’ve all received one gracious blessing after another. He’s so rich in kindness and grace that He purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins.

Grace also gives us a new standing before God. We’re no longer separated from Him by sin but brought near by the blood of Christ. We’re seen as holy, blameless, and without fault, not because of what we’ve done, but because of what Jesus did. This truth brings peace and confidence in our relationship with God.

God, in His grace, freely makes us right in His sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when He freed us from the penalty for our sins. As a result, we’ve been made holy and blameless and can stand before Him without a single fault. This is a source of great encouragement and comfort when we’re in the midst of something.

Prayer:

Lord, no matter what we go through in life, Your favor toward us helps move through it. We’re thankful for this. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Scriptures:

John 1:17

Ephesians 2:8

John 1:16, NLT

Ephesians 1:7, NLT

Romans 3:24, NLT

Colossians 1:22, NLT

God’s grace is a gift He freely gives to all, yet not everyone chooses to receive it. Jesus, who is grace in human form, came to offer salvation to the world; sadly, many reject Him even today. The decision to accept or reject Him impacts every area of our lives. For true transformation, we must receive grace by faith.

Jesus initially came to His own people, but they refused to receive Him. As many as did receive Him, to them He gave power to become the sons of God. Christ came for the whole world. The grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all people.

The Mosaic Law was given to reveal our need for a Savior, not for it to be a substitute for Him. In the Old Testament, the people chose to rely on their own ability to keep the law, rejecting the help God offered. This mindset still exists today, but it leads to frustration and self-righteousness.

The world still sees God from an Old-Testament perspective. Back then, there were boundaries between God and people, and whoever touched the mountain where He lived would be put to death. In the New Testament, Paul wrote to the Romans that those who were ignorant of God’s righteousness had not submitted themselves to the righteousness of God.

Grace can never be earned—we receive it through belief. Our response to God’s gift is faith, not performance. Believing in Jesus allows us to receive everything He came to give.

When the people asked Jesus what they could do to work the works of faith, He answered and explained to them that the work of God was that they believed on Him and on whom He had sent. The promise, therefore, is received by faith and given as a free gift. God’s grace is already available. All that remains is for us to accept it with open hearts and trust in Him who gave it.

Prayer:

God, we’re thankful that we no longer have to work hard to earn Your favor. We can now receive it simply by believing in Your Son and what He did for us. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Scriptures:

John 1:11, 12

Titus 2:11

Exodus 19:12

Romans 10:3

John 6:29

Romans 4:16, NLT

Fear is a powerful emotion, and as human beings, we’re no stranger to it. However, it has no place in the life of a believer who understands God’s love. Our world is filled with threats and uncertainty, but we’re not called to live in fear. Instead, we’re called to rest in the assurance of God’s protection and grace.

God’s love casts out fear and replaces it with peace. He hasn’t given us the spirit of fear, but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. There’s no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear, because fear has torment.

Fear isn’t from God; it’s a tool of the enemy to keep us in bondage. Jesus came to set us free from this bondage and to give us life more abundantly. One of His finished works was to deliver those who, through fear of death, were all their lifetime subject to bondage. Satan—the thief—comes to steal, kill, and destroy, but Jesus came so that all might have life.

God’s protection isn’t earned but received by faith. We’re safe not because of what we do, but because of who He is. His promises are our shield, and His presence is our refuge.

We’re established in righteousness and far from oppression; terror can’t come near us, because God has commanded it so. We’re “Psalm 91” protected. He covers us with His feathers and shelters us with his wings. His faithful promises are our armor and protection.

It’s okay to be afraid occasionally, as long as we don’t let this emotion dominate us. Because of what Jesus did, it no longer controls us. God’s favor toward us gives us peace like nothing else can.

Prayer:

Lord, thank You for releasing us from the yoke of fear and replacing it with Your love. We can now live free, the way You want us to. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Scriptures:

2 Timothy 1:7
1 John 4:18
Hebrews 2:15
John 10:10
Isaiah 54:14
Psalm 91:4, NLT

As born-again believers, having the right mindset is crucial to successful living. Many Christians still struggle under the weight of guilt, shame, and condemnation, unaware that the cross of Christ has already lifted that burden. The law demanded perfection, but grace offers us righteousness as a gift. Jesus’ finished work on the cross marked the end of the old covenant and ushered in a new, better one—based not on our performance, but on our faith in Him.

The law reminded us of our sins, but grace reminds us of our forgiveness. With a single offering, Christ forever perfected those who are sanctified. Jesus’ sacrifice was once and for all—no more striving, no more guilt. Believing this lightens the load we feel like we must drag through life.

Under the law, even unintentional sin brought punishment. By contrast, the person to whom God won’t impute sin is truly blessed. This is the power of grace: God no longer counts our sins against us. This is a radical departure from before the cross.

Not only are we forgiven, but we’re also made new. Adam’s offense brought judgment and condemnation to all mankind, but because of Jesus’ righteousness everyone received the free gift of justification. This gift of righteousness empowers us to reign in life.

We now have bold access to God. We can boldly approach the throne of grace, obtain mercy, and find His grace to help us in time of need. There’s now no more fear—only confidence in His love.

God’s grace has changed everything. He redeemed us from the curse of the law, so that the blessing of Abraham could come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ. We’ redeemed, blessed, and free. Accepting this transforms how we live.

Prayer:
Father, thank You for the cross. We receive Your grace, walk in Your righteousness, and live free from condemnation. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Scriptures:
Hebrews 10:14
Leviticus 5:17
Romans 4:8
Romans 5:18
Hebrews 4:16
Galatians 3:13, 14

When life feels dry and progress seems distant, God’s grace invites us to rest, not strive. Jesus calls to us come to Him, get away with Him, and recover our lives. He teaches us the unforced rhythms of grace. God’s favor isn’t earned but received. When we need it the most, it transforms us from the inside out.

We all need God to succeed, because no one is righteous on their own and we all fall short. Thankfully, through Christ, we’re made right with the Father. We no longer have to depend on ourselves to navigate life; we now live by the faith of the Son of God, whose perfect faith becomes our foundation. This is the kind of faith that carries us through dry seasons.

God gave each of us the same measure of faith. The difference lies in how we use it. When Peter walked on water, he succeeded until he focused on the storm. When Abraham faced a long season of waiting to have a son, he didn’t waver; he grew strong in faith, giving glory to God.

Faith is our response to Jesus, who is grace. We’re saved by grace through faith. Even when we feel weak, God assures us that His Word won’t return void; His promises are sure.

Under grace, what matters most to God is our mindset; this is where transformation begins. We’re exhorted to renew our thinking and present ourselves to God. His goodness leads us to repentance, not fear. He perfects us, even in our imperfections.

In every season, God’s undeserved, unmerited favor sustains us. We can boldly trust the one who lives in us and walks with us. He’s all we need.

Prayer: 

Father, thank You for the gift of grace and the faith of Jesus that lives in us. Help us to trust You in every season, knowing Your promises are true. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Scriptures:

Matthew 11:28–30, MSG

Romans 3:10–19

Galatians 2:20

Romans 12:1-3

Matthew 14:27–31

Romans 4:19, 20

Ephesians 2:8

Isaiah 55:11

Romans 2:3, 4