Our good works, noble sacrifices or good behavior is not enough to receive God’s blessings and inclusion into His family. Faith, in the gift of grace, is why we belong in the family and received salvation.
Romans 1:7; 16:20 “Grace and peace” occurs 17 times in salutations and “grace to you” at the closing 17 times. You belong because of grace and are sustained by God’s grace.
Romans 1:19-3:20 The first step is to admit we need God’s help.
Romans 3:10-18 Summarizes humanity’s plight.
Romans 3:19-20 Neither Jew or Gentile can stand before the Lord on their own merit.
Romans 3:21-30 The Greek word translated propitiation is also translated “mercy set”.
Romans 4:1-5 If it was works it would be a wage and not grace.
Romans 5:1 We stand in grace.
Romans 5:15-17 The grace of God and the gift by the grace of the one Man, Jesus Christ.
Ephesians 3:7-8 Paul consider himself the very least of all saints.
Acts 9:3-5 Paul experienced grace and mercy.
Philippians 3:5-6 The best one could be was not enough.
Ephesians 2:1-10 You belong because of grace.
Rev. Vince uses the Bible version NASB-95
Hi Rev. Vince, Thank you for your wonderful and insightful teaching on undeserved grace. Your message deeply touched our hearts and reminded us of God’s boundless love. We are encouraged to learn from your teaching for greater blessing. I will print and share with our church leaders and members. Thank you for leading us in faith and grace. God bless you.
Amen thank you for the reminder.