On Monday we began a list of the riches we enjoy because of God’s G.R.A.C.E.–God’s Riches at Christ’s Expense.
Or, as Matthew Henry defined God’s grace: the free, undeserved goodness and favor of God to mankind.
And because our God loves us so very much, his grace is multi-faceted. Thus far I’ve discovered forty-seven aspects of God’s grace. On Monday I shared twenty-three; here are the remaining twenty-four.
24. An unshakable KINGDOM, as a promised inheritance (James 2:5).
25. Everlasting LOVING-KINDNESS that draws us to him (Jeremiah 31:3).
26. Rich MERCY that spares us from what we really deserve (Ephesians 2:4-5).
27. Wonderful NEWNESS of Life with Christ, who is our constant companion (Romans 6:4).
28. Deep PEACE, because God’s children have nothing to fear (John 14:27).
29. A positive PERSPECTIVE, to see good in the bleakest of circumstances (Philippians 1:12-18).
30. A privileged POSITION as members of a royal priesthood, because through Christ we belong to God (1 Peter 2:9).
31. God’s joyful PRESENCE, which makes our hearts glad (Psalm 21:6).
32. Flourishing PROSPERITY of soul, because our confidence is in God, for his provision and protection (Psalm 128:1-2).
33. Personalized PURPOSE, to fulfill a God-ordained plan (Jeremiah 29:11).
34. Full QUALITY of Life, as a child of the King (John 10:10).
35. An intimate RELATIONSHIP with Almighty God, like two good friends having dinner together (Revelation 3:20).
36. Quiet REST, as we allow him to handle our worries and fears, heal our hurts, and relieve our guilt (Matthew 11:28-30).
37. Generous REWARD for whatever good we do (Ephesians 6:8).
38. Eternal SALVATION incredibly given to us as a free gift (Romans 6:23).
39. Life-changing SATISFACTION, because God’s love and power are at work in us (Psalm 63:2-5).
40. Firm SECURITY that God will never fail us (Lamentations 3:22).
41. The all-sufficient STRENGTH of God to equip us for life’s challenges (2 Corinthians 12:9).
42. An unending SUPPLY of everything we will ever need (Philippians 4:19).
43. God’s abiding THOUGHTFULNESS of each of us, 24-7 (Psalm 139:17-18).
44. The absolute TRUTH of his Word, with its reliable guidance and uplifting encouragement (Psalm 119:137-138).
45. Lavish UNDERSTANDING because he knows our weaknesses (Ephesians 1:7-8, Romans 8:26).
46. Assured VICTORY over Satan, because of Christ’s death and resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:57).
47. Divine WISDOM to determine right actions from wrong (James 1:5).
No doubt this is just a partial list. In fact, if you discover additional facets of God’s grace, I would love to hear from you. We can make this discovery process a team effort!
But even as the list stands now, these varied and glorious gifts of God’s grace prove his sufficiency. He is all we need (Isaiah 58:11).
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Thank you, Father, for showering us with your grace–grace that blesses us far beyond comprehension. You are indeed most worthy of our praise, because the greatness of your grace no one can fathom.
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These two lists of the benefits of God’s grace are exciting. I think it would be an amazing Bible study to delve into these further, taking 5 a week. Thank you for sharing your insight.
Thank you, Rita, for stopping by. You have just affirmed an idea swimming around in mind–that the topic of God’s grace would make a great Bible study. Such a study may already exist, but perhaps there is room for another with a little different emphasis. We’ll just have to wait to see where God leads!
God’s grace kept me on solid ground during my caregiving. I was thankful I could wake up each day and know His grace was sufficient and to let His will be done. It was a relief that God would be the decision maker. All I had to do was be there. Thanks again Nancy for the commitment you give to this blog. God bless you.
You’ve presented an important aspect of God’s grace, Laura: We have to appropriate it. All of his riches do us no good if we don’t accept them. You’ve given us a worthy example to follow: affirm each day that God’s grace is sufficient for whatever might happen, then rest in him. Thank you for your wise input!
I’m loving these two G.R.A.C.E. posts, Nancy! We could add ‘Insurance’ to the list, because accepting Christ as our Saviour, admitting our sins and asking for forgiveness and becoming one of Christ’s children for all eternity is the GREATEST Insurance Policy we could ever have! No premiums to pay! We only have to accept His gift of Grace. That is as easy as it gets.
Great idea for an addition, Cheri: premium-free INSURANCE, assuring us of eternal life. 1 John 5:11-12 explains our “policy!”
I John 5:11-12, Nancy, you are right! That passage does explain our “policy”.