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Grace, according to the Bible, is an extraordinary and undeserved favor bestowed upon humanity by God. It is a foundational principle that permeates the entire biblical narrative. Scripture teaches that because of humanity’s inherent sinfulness and separation from God, we are unable to earn or merit His favor.
However, God, in His infinite love and mercy, extends grace to us through Jesus Christ. Grace is not based on our own efforts or worthiness, but it is a gift freely given by God. It is through God’s grace that we find salvation and reconciliation with Him.
Scriptures about Grace
Ephesians 2:8-9
“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.”
2 Corinthians 12:9
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”
Romans 6:14
“For sin will have no dominion over you, since you are not under law but under grace.”
John 1:16
“For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace.”
Titus 2:11
“For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people.”
Hebrews 4:16
“Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.
1 Peter 5:10
“And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.”
Romans 5:20
“Now the law came in to increase the trespass, but where sin increased, grace abounded all the more.”
James 4:6
“But he gives more grace. Therefore it says, ‘God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.'”
2 Timothy 1:9
“Who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began.”
Acts 20:24
“But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God.”
Ephesians 4:7
“But grace was given to each one of us according to the measure of Christ’s gift.”
2 Corinthians 8:9
“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you by his poverty might become rich.”
Romans 3:24
“And are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus.”
Colossians 4:6
“Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.”
Hebrews 12:28
“Therefore let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe.
2 Corinthians 9:8
“And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work.”
Galatians 2:21
“I do not nullify the grace of God, for if righteousness were through the law, then Christ died for no purpose.”
Final Thoughts about Grace in the Bible
The sacrificial death and resurrection of Jesus Christ serve as the ultimate demonstration of God’s grace towards humanity.
Through His grace, our sins are forgiven, and we are offered the gift of eternal life. Grace is not a license for continued sin, but it transforms us from within and empowers us to live righteous and godly lives. It is a constant reminder of God’s unmerited favor, kindness, and compassion towards us.
In response to God’s grace, we are called to extend grace to others, forgiving as we have been forgiven, and showing love and compassion to those around us.
