As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins, in which you used to live when you followed the ways of this world (Ephesians 2:1-2a, NIV). Mercy and grace were commonly used words in the ancient world until they met the blood of Jesus; then they became supernatural, resulting in new definitions that wouldn’t […]
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For from His fullness we have all received, grace upon grace (John 1:16, ESV). The Christian idea of grace is defined as giving without expecting anything in return. This concept is totally unique to the Bible. Years ago, the writer C.S. Lewis wandered into a British conference where experts were debating what belief was entirely
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For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God (Ephesians 2:8, ESV). The Greek word for “grace” is “charis,” meaning “benefit” or “favor.” In Christianity, we receive God’s grace as a gift; we do not earn it. Let’s add Ephesians 2:9 to Ephesians 2:8 listed above…
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But when he who had set me apart before I was born, and who called me by his grace (Galatians 1:15, ESV). Paul’s calling preceded his birth. God does amazing things. As Paul writes, “He who had set me apart even before I was born.” Can you imagine the conversation the Trinity had before Genesis 1:1, when they were
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The Greek word for grace is “charis,” used 157 times in the New Testament. This word represents a concept of favor and gifting unique to Christianity. Grace is the foundation of our faith. Considering the importance of grace, I’m going to write “my favorites” about grace in this Interruption. I’m praying all of us will
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No one who abides in him keeps on sinning; no one who keeps on sinning has either seen him or known him (1 John 3:6, ESV). Examine, review, and then examine this diagram again, as it illustrates the differences between all the other world’s religions and Christianity. Religion teaches us to work hard for perfection and to
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Even when we were dead and doomed in our many sins, he united us into the very life of Christ and saved us by his wonderful grace! (Ephesians 2:5) Deep grace! Grace means “gift” or “blessing.” In the middle of a discussion, did we stop the grace and start to argue, defend, or accuse? Afterward,
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For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23, ESV). Created by our Father for relationship, we are as happy as those relationships. Because of sin (missing the mark of loving relationships), we find ourselves separated from God, others, and self. This separation can be filled with the G.U.L.F. Principles of Restoration.
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We are relational, created with the ability to talk, and our conversations both reveal and form our character. We become what we talk about! Below are three Cs to avoid while conversing with one another. Condemnation. . . There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1, ESV). The
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Mercy withholds what we deserve, and grace gives us what we don’t deserve. Grace and mercy reveal the fullness of God’s love. In Romans 12, the Apostle Paul pens one of the great practical living chapters in the Bible. This chapter has three sections. The first starts with mercy when Paul says, “By the mercies
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