What is grace? Grace is God’s free gift of love, forgiveness, and favor given to all who accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior .
When I think about growing in grace, it reminds me of how God called me out of darkness into His marvelous light.
Growing in God’s grace is a daily process. Learning more about God each and every day through His word and prayer. When I think about growing in God’s grace, it reminds me of getting a closer relationship with Jesus.
God is molding us and shaping us to be all He wants us to be. You see, grace is unmerited favor; you can’t work to get it.
John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
Growing in God’s Grace, we are more than enough, only by God’s grace.
We are who God says we are, fearfully and wonderfully made.
God doesn’t make mistakes, and He surely doesn’t make junk. Everything God does is for a purpose.
You are unique, blessed, smart, and intelligent. You are more than enough, only by the grace of God.
God has a purpose for your life. Remember who you are and whose you are. Brand new grace every morning.
I’m growing in grace daily; I haven’t arrived. I’m still under spiritual construction, a work in progress!
The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to the Corinthians church: 1 Corinthians 15:10. “But by the grace of God I am what I am: and His grace which was bestowed upon me was not in vain; but I labored more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.”
This verse tells us that Paul acknowledged he is who he is only by God’s grace.
His accomplishments, education, and abilities were God’s power working through him rather than his own works or strength.
Paul never took any credit or boasted in self; he gave God the glory.
Growing in God’s Grace
“BY THE GRACE OF GOD I AM WHAT I AM”
This talks about Paul’s identity and position. It’s not due to his own merit or efforts but rather to God’s favor and undeserved kindness.
This teaches us that we should recognize our abilities and
accomplishments is only by God’s grace and power working in and through us. Not of ourselves, that’s why we should walk in humility. Only what we do for Christ will last.
No matter what we accomplish and how successful one may be, never forget it was only by God’s grace. So, never look down on anyone unless you’re bowing your head down to pray for others.
I am what I am only by the grace of God. All that I am and all that I will ever be is only because of God’s Grace and Mercy!
Grace is not an excuse to sin, but because of God’s grace, He forgives us for our sins. Thank God for His Son Jesus.
We must learn to humbly bloom where we have been planted.
Be grateful and thankful to God. We are more than enough. We must put our faith and trust in God, who will never fail us.
Growing In God’s Grace
Grace reflects God’s love, mercy, and compassion to every man, woman, boy, or girl, despite our imperfections. Through Grace, we are saved, and not of our own.
God offers forgiveness of sin, eternal life, and a personal relationship with Him through His Son Jesus Christ.
We are fearfully and wonderfully made by God, and that’s where our true value lies. Not what others think about us, but what God knows about us.
As Ephesians 2:10 reminds us, we are God’s handiwork, created with a unique purpose in mind.
Instead of focusing on what others think of us, let’s embrace who God made us to be and the good works He has prepared for us to do.
You are more than enough; we are more than enough. “You matter to God.” He has a purpose for you. Seek His wisdom and help, and He will use you to do great things for His purpose and glory.
Remember, God created us in His image to praise and worship Him. So, let’s not let others’ opinions affect our confidence in who God made us to be.
Always remember that we are blessed, and God sees the best in us.
Prayer: Precious Father, we thank You for Your grace and mercy. Lord, we love You, and we humbly ask You to forgive us for our sins. Create in us a clean heart and renew our minds. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen
Be Encouraged!
Glory to God!
(LaTina DeLoach, is a devoted wife and mother who shares these words in hopes of uplifting those who read what God writes through her.)