A better understanding about "Grace"
Now you will go through the New Testament, as you study the word “grace,” to determine what is so amazing about God’s Grace.
In the first study of Old Testament use of “grace,” you recall that the grace of God was to be taken seriously and was not to be taken for granted. At times, you will have witnessed that God attached conditions on his sovereign grace. In the New Testament, you will discover that a change takes place in the way God uses grace.
Let’s continue in the study of “grace.”
The Greek word for "grace" is charis.
charis khar’-ece, Greek 5485, Strong’s
from 5463; n f; TDNT-9:372,1298; {See TDNT 840}
AV-grace 130, favour 6, thanks 4, thank 4, thank + 2192 3, pleasure 2, misc 7; 156
1) grace
1a) that which affords joy, pleasure, delight, sweetness, charm, loveliness: grace of speech
2) good will, loving-kindness, favour
2a) of the merciful kindness by which God, exerting his holy influence upon souls, turns them to Christ, keeps, strengthens, increases them in Christian faith, knowledge, affection, and kindles them to the exercise of the Christian virtues
3) what is due to grace
3a) the spiritual condition of one governed by the power of divine grace
3b) the token or proof of grace, benefit
3b1) a gift of grace
3b2) benefit, bounty
4) thanks, (for benefits, services, favours), recompense, reward
chairo khah’-ee-ro, Greek 5463, Strong’s
a primary verb; v; TDNT-9:359,1298; {See TDNT 840}
AV-rejoice 42, be glad 14, joy 5, hail 5, greeting 3, God speed 2, all hail 1, joyfully 1, farewell 1; 74
1) to rejoice, be glad
2) to rejoice exceedingly
3) to be well, thrive
4) in salutations, hail!
5) at the beginning of letters: to give one greeting, salute
As you will soon realize, there is no mention of the word “grace” in the first Gospel book of Matthew.
The first use of “grace” starts in the second New Testament Gospel book of Luke, refers to Jesus as a child who has the grace of God upon him.
Luke 2:40 (KJV)
And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.
There appears to be no mention of the word “grace” in the Gospel of Mark.
The second witness of the grace of God upon Jesus is found in the first paragraph of the last Gospel book of John.
John 1:1-17 (KJV)
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 The same was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. 4 In him was life; and the life was the light of men. 5 And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not. 6 There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. 7 The same came for a witness, to bear witness of the Light, that all men through him might believe. 8 He was not that Light, but was sent to bear witness of that Light. 9 That was the true Light, which lighteth every man that cometh into the world. 10 He was in the world, and the world was made by him, and the world knew him not. 11 He came unto his own, and his own received him not. 12 But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: 13 Which were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God. 14 And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth. 15 John bare witness of him, and cried, saying, This was he of whom I spake, He that cometh after me is preferred before me: for he was before me. 16 And of his fulness have all we received, and grace for grace. 17 For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ. 18 No man hath seen God at any time; the only begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father, he hath declared him.
In the Gospel book of John, we see Jesus was full of grace and truth and that through Jesus, we have received grace for grace. In other words, from Jesus we receive the grace of God.
So in all four Gospels we have two main references or witnesses of God’s grace upon Jesus the Christ, and the understanding of the truth that through Jesus we also receive grace -- we receive by Christ the Grace of God.
The next use of grace is found in the book of Acts of the Apostles, and is a confirmation of John’s testimony showing God’s Grace upon his disciples.
Acts 4:33 (KJV)
And with great power gave the apostles witness of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus: and great grace was upon them all.
This next Scripture refers to the grace of God upon the church, or believers.
Acts 11:23 (KJV)
Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord.
Acts 11:22-24 (KJV)
Then tidings of these things came unto the ears of the church which was in Jerusalem: and they sent forth Barnabas, that he should go as far as Antioch. 23 Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord. 24 For he was a good man, and full of the Holy Ghost and of faith: and much people was added unto the Lord.
In the next scripture the apostle Paul contends with the Jews, persuading them to continue in the grace of God.
Acts 13:43 (KJV)
Now when the congregation was broken up, many of the Jews and religious proselytes followed Paul and Barnabas: who, speaking to them, persuaded them to continue in the grace of God.
This next use of grace refers to the grace of the Gospel of Christ preached at Iconium.
Acts 14:3 (KJV)
Long time therefore abode they speaking boldly in the Lord, which gave testimony unto the word of his grace, and granted signs and wonders to be done by their hands.
Acts 14:26 (KJV)
And thence sailed to Antioch, from whence they had been recommended to the grace of God for the work which they fulfilled.
This next scripture “grace” is mentioned in relation to salvation.
Acts 15:11 (KJV)
But we believe that through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we shall be saved, even as they.
Read the full context of this scripture.
Acts 15:7 -11 (KJV)
And when there had been much disputing, Peter rose up, and said unto them, Men and brethren, ye know how that a good while ago God made choice among us, that the Gentiles by my mouth should hear the word of the gospel, and believe. 8 And God, which knoweth the hearts, bare them witness, giving them the Holy Ghost, even as he did unto us; 9 And put no difference between us and them, purifying their hearts by faith. 10 Now therefore why tempt ye God, to put a yoke upon the neck of the disciples, which neither our fathers nor we were able to bear? 11 But we believe that through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we shall be saved, even as they.
The apostle Peter is preaching to the people, that it is through faith in Jesus Christ, the Gentiles (peoples of the nations) or non-Jews, can receive the same Grace of God and Holy Ghost blessing as the Jews or Israelites received who believed into Jesus the Christ. Peter teaches here that it is through faith in Jesus Christ, by the grace of God all are saved.
This next scripture refers to the ministry of Paul of the grace of God.
Acts 15:40 (KJV)
And Paul chose Silas, and departed, being recommended by the brethren unto the grace of God.
This next scripture illustrates briefly those who believed through grace.
Acts 18:27 (KJV)
And when he was disposed to pass into Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the disciples to receive him: who, when he was come, helped them much which had believed through grace:
Read the full context.
Acts 18:24-28 (KJV)
And a certain Jew named Apollos, born at Alexandria, an eloquent man, and mighty in the scriptures, came to Ephesus. 25 This man was instructed in the way of the Lord; and being fervent in the spirit, he spake and taught diligently the things of the Lord, knowing only the baptism of John. 26 And he began to speak boldly in the synagogue: whom when Aquila and Priscilla had heard, they took him unto them, and expounded unto him the way of God more perfectly. 27 And when he was disposed to pass into Achaia, the brethren wrote, exhorting the disciples to receive him: who, when he was come, helped them much which had believed through grace: 28 For he mightily convinced the Jews, and that publickly, shewing by the scriptures that Jesus was Christ.
Note that the author of this scripture narrative tells us of a certain Jew who believed in Jesus who at this time knew only the experience of the baptism of John.
Why is this important that it was mentioned by the author of Acts? To find the answer one needs to read further on.
Acts 19:1-7 (KJV)
And it came to pass, that, while Apollos was at Corinth, Paul having passed through the upper coasts came to Ephesus: and finding certain disciples, 2 He said unto them, Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? And they said unto him, We have not so much as heard whether there be any Holy Ghost. 3 And he said unto them, Unto what then were ye baptized? And they said, Unto John’s baptism. 4 Then said Paul, John verily baptized with the baptism of repentance, saying unto the people, that they should believe on him which should come after him, that is, on Christ Jesus. 5 When they heard this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. 6 And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied. 7 And all the men were about twelve.
Here the Jewish man Apollos and eleven others in the land Paul were passing through, had heard of Christ but up to this point in time had been baptized by John, they had not heard of the Gospel of grace by Paul about the Holy Ghost. Paul asks the men what were or how were they baptized? The men reply that they were under John’s baptism, under John’s ministry. Then Paul explains to them about how John laid the foundation (baptism of repentance) that they should be believe on Jesus Christ (who would baptize with the Holy Ghost) who john spoke of coming after him.
Those men therefore believed in Christ and were willingly baptized (were or re-baptized) in name of Jesus the Christ. And after being baptized (water baptized in Jesus’ name) Paul laid his hands on them and them and they received the Holy Ghost which came upon them.
The scripture further states they spoke with tongues (a language of God) and prophesied (or spoke witnessing of God’s Gospel.)
So it was the men’s faith in Jesus that God’s grace fell on the twelve men who believing in Paul’s testimony of Christ agreed to be baptized in Jesus’ Name and received the gift of Holy Ghost witnessed by their speaking in tongues and declaring the great works of God.
There is no denying here that it was the men’s strong faith, followed by conviction, led them to be baptized in the name of Jesus (a holy “work” if you will but also a commandment to his disciples) that showed God further their strong faith in Jesus the Christ and God poured out His Grace on these men.
What great Grace!
This next scripture speaks of Paul’s ministry to testify of the Gospel of the grace of God.
Acts 20:24 (KJV)
But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.
Read the context.
Acts 20:22-24 (KJV)
And now, behold, I go bound in the spirit unto Jerusalem, not knowing the things that shall befall me there: 23 Save that the Holy Ghost witnesseth in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions abide me. 24 But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.
Paul here counts his life as nothing in order that he might finish his ministry.
This next scripture refers to the grace of God, which is able build one up, and give one an inheritance among the sanctified saints of God.
Acts 20:32 (KJV)
And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified.
The next reference to grace is in opening letter by Paul to those at Rome. Here Paul writes that his apostleship comes from Jesus the Christ by whom Paul received the grace of God and his ministry. Paul sends greetings sending God’s grace and peace to those at Rome.
Romans 1:1-7 (KJV)
Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God, 2 (Which he had promised afore by his prophets in the holy scriptures,) 3 Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, which was made of the seed of David according to the flesh; 4 And declared to be the Son of God with power, according to the spirit of holiness, by the resurrection from the dead: 5 By whom we have received grace and apostleship, for obedience to the faith among all nations, for his name: 6 Among whom are ye also the called of Jesus Christ: 7 To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.
The next scripture in the letter to the Romans speaks of being justified by God’s grace.
Romans 3:24 (KJV)
Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus:
To understand this more fully read the context.
Romans 3:19-28 (KJV)
Now we know that what things soever the law saith, it saith to them who are under the law: that every mouth may be stopped, and all the world may become guilty before God. 20 Therefore by the deeds of the law there shall no flesh be justified in his sight: for by the law is the knowledge of sin. 21 But now the righteousness of God without the law is manifested, being witnessed by the law and the prophets; 22 Even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe: for there is no difference: 23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; 24 Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus: 25 Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God; 26 To declare, I say, at this time his righteousness: that he might be just, and the justifier of him which believeth in Jesus. 27 Where is boasting then? It is excluded. By what law? of works? Nay: but by the law of faith. 28 Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.
Here we see Paul writes about the Law of God, which is the means of God’s holy rule by which he Judges. Since all men fall short of the glory of God, no flesh can be justified by keeping the law or by doing works. God is righteous without the law; even the righteousness of God which is by faith in His son Jesus the Christ for all that believe in Christ. Paul writes there is no difference for all men sin and come short of God’s glory. Therefore we are justified freely by God’s grace through the redeeming power of Jesus the Christ whose blood sacrifice on the cross was given to declare God’s righteousness by the remission of sins. That God’s righteousness would justify those who believe in Jesus. Therefore, it is not by the law, or deeds of the law, nor by works one is justified before God, but by one’s faith.
This concept is illustrated in the next scripture as Paul writes about Abraham.
Romans 4:4 (KJV)
Now to him that worketh is the reward not reckoned of grace, but of debt.
Let’s read the full context.
Romans 4:1-5 (KJV)
What shall we say then that Abraham our father, as pertaining to the flesh, hath found? 2 For if Abraham were justified by works, he hath whereof to glory; but not before God. 3 For what saith the scripture? Abraham believed God, and it was counted unto him for righteousness. 4 Now to him that worketh is the reward not reckoned of grace, but of debt. 5 But to him that worketh not, but believeth on him that justifieth the ungodly, his faith is counted for righteousness.
Here again, Paul shows that it was Abraham’s faith, when he believed God, that justified Abraham, and he was counted for righteousness. Likewise he who believes in him who justifies the ungodly, Jesus the Christ, his faith is counted for righteousness.
The next reference to grace continues on the same idea using Abraham who God ordained “a father of many nations.”
Romans 4:16 (KJV)
Therefore it is of faith, that it might be by grace; to the end the promise might be sure to all the seed; not to that only which is of the law, but to that also which is of the faith of Abraham; who is the father of us all,
Read the full context.
Romans 4:13-17 (KJV)
For the promise, that he should be the heir of the world, was not to Abraham, or to his seed, through the law, but through the righteousness of faith. 14 For if they which are of the law be heirs, faith is made void, and the promise made of none effect: 15 Because the law worketh wrath: for where no law is, there is no transgression. 16 Therefore it is of faith, that it might be by grace; to the end the promise might be sure to all the seed; not to that only which is of the law, but to that also which is of the faith of Abraham; who is the father of us all, 17 (As it is written, I have made thee a father of many nations,) before him whom he believed, even God, who quickeneth the dead, and calleth those things which be not as though they were.
Paul writes that the Promise by God to Abraham was not made through the law, but through Abraham’s faith. For the Law works wrath, if the law is not obeyed to the letter and thus results in sin. Therefore it is of one’s faith, that it might be by God’s grace that the Promise made to Abraham might be to all the seed, not only those under the Old Testament Law, but those also who have the faith as Abraham had with God -- those who have faith in Jesus Christ under the New Covenant or New Testament.
The next Scripture Paul writes of this justification by faith.
Romans 5:2 (KJV)
By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.
Read the preceding line.
Romans 5:1-2 (KJV)
Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: 2 By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.
Therefore being justified by faith (in Christ) we have not only a peace with God, but access to God’s grace where we stand and rejoice in the Glory of God.
Read the next series of references in these scriptures to “grace”.
Romans 5:15 (KJV)
But not as the offence, so also is the free gift. For if through the offence of one many be dead, much more the grace of God, and the gift by grace, which is by one man, Jesus Christ, hath abounded unto many.
Romans 5:17 (KJV)
For if by one man’s offence death reigned by one; much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.)
Romans 5:20 (KJV)
Moreover the law entered, that the offence might abound. But where sin abounded, grace did much more abound:
Romans 5:21 (KJV)
That as sin hath reigned unto death, even so might grace reign through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus Christ our Lord.
Read the fuller context.
Romans 5:15-21 (KJV)
But not as the offence, so also is the free gift. For if through the offence of one many be dead, much more the grace of God, and the gift by grace, which is by one man, Jesus Christ, hath abounded unto many. 16 And not as it was by one that sinned, so is the gift: for the judgment was by one to condemnation, but the free gift is of many offences unto justification. 17 For if by one man’s offence death reigned by one; much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.) 18 Therefore as by the offence of one judgment came upon all men to condemnation; even so by the righteousness of one the free gift came upon all men unto justification of life. 19 For as by one man’s disobedience many were made sinners, so by the obedience of one shall many be made righteous. 20 Moreover the law entered, that the offence might abound. But where sin abounded, grace did much more abound: 21 That as sin hath reigned unto death, even so might grace reign through righteousness unto eternal life by Jesus Christ our Lord.
Paul here writes that through the offence of one, the sins of one man, Adam, all men death entered upon. Likewise the gift of grace upon all men would fall from the gift of grace of one man, Jesus the Christ. Just as by Adam’s sin of one man death reigned over all men, much more all who receive by God the abundance of grace and the gift of righteousness through one man Jesus the Christ. By the disobedience of one man many men were made sinners; by the obedience of one shall many be made righteous. Paul then explains when the Law entered, offences to the law abounded, whereas Grace of God much more abounded. As sin caused the reign of death over man, grace would reign through righteousness to eternal life by Jesus the Christ our Lord.
In the next scripture Paul asks an important question.
Romans 6:1 (KJV)
What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound?
Read the full passage of scripture.
Romans 6:1-7 (KJV)
What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? 2 God forbid. How shall we, that are dead to sin, live any longer therein? 3 Know ye not, that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death? 4 Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. 5 For if we have been planted together in the likeness of his death, we shall be also in the likeness of his resurrection: 6 Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin. 7 For he that is dead is freed from sin.
If we are under Grace of God, shall we continue to live sinning? Paul asks how shall we who are dead to sin (by Christ) continue to live in sin any longer? He then explains how as many of those believers who were baptized (water baptized in Jesus) were baptized into Jesus’s death, his blood baptism, therefore we (baptized believers) are buried with Christ into his death, so likewise we are risen (like rising from a baptism) we should walk in the newness of life because if we were buried (submerged) in the likeness of his death, we shall also be in likeness of Christ’s resurrection (arisen), knowing our old man, or our sins are crucified with Jesus the Christ, the body of sin might be destroyed and henceforth we should not serve sin. For he who is dead (with Christ) is freed from sin.
Read the next two scriptures.
Romans 6:14 (KJV)
For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace.
Romans 6:15 (KJV)
What then? shall we sin, because we are not under the law, but under grace? God forbid.
Read the full context.
Romans 6:11-23 (KJV)
Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord. 12 Let not sin therefore reign in your mortal body, that ye should obey it in the lusts thereof. 13 Neither yield ye your members as instruments of unrighteousness unto sin: but yield yourselves unto God, as those that are alive from the dead, and your members as instruments of righteousness unto God. 14 For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace. 15 What then? shall we sin, because we are not under the law, but under grace? God forbid. 16 Know ye not, that to whom ye yield yourselves servants to obey, his servants ye are to whom ye obey; whether of sin unto death, or of obedience unto righteousness? 17 But God be thanked, that ye were the servants of sin, but ye have obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine which was delivered you. 18 Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness. 19 I speak after the manner of men because of the infirmity of your flesh: for as ye have yielded your members servants to uncleanness and to iniquity unto iniquity; even so now yield your members servants to righteousness unto holiness. 20 For when ye were the servants of sin, ye were free from righteousness. 21 What fruit had ye then in those things whereof ye are now ashamed? for the end of those things is death. 22 But now being made free from sin, and become servants to God, ye have your fruit unto holiness, and the end everlasting life. 23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Paul is writing that if freed from sin, under grace, we should sin no more. Nor should we let sin reign in our bodies nor yield our members as instruments of unrighteousness to sin, rather as those alive from the dead we yield our bodies and members as instruments of righteousness to work for God. For we (those baptized believers in Christ) are not under the law (and wrath of the law) but under God’s sovereign grace. Paul then asks should we sin because we are not on the law but grace. No, for if we continue to sin we are servant to sin which brings death. If we obey God (in faith) then we are servants to righteousness, becoming servants to God having holiness and the end everlasting life. For wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus the Christ our Lord.
In the next two scriptures Paul in the letter to the Romans continues to speak of grace, but specifically “the election of grace.” To learn what he is trying to illustrate we must look at the larger context.
Romans 11:5 (KJV)
Even so then at this present time also there is a remnant according to the election of grace.
Romans 11:6 (KJV)
And if by grace, then is it no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if it be of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work.
Read the full context.
Romans 11:1-8 (KJV)
I say then, Hath God cast away his people? God forbid. For I also am an Israelite, of the seed of Abraham, of the tribe of Benjamin. 2 God hath not cast away his people which he foreknew. Wot ye not what the scripture saith of Elias? how he maketh intercession to God against Israel, saying, 3 Lord, they have killed thy prophets, and digged down thine altars; and I am left alone, and they seek my life. 4 But what saith the answer of God unto him? I have reserved to myself seven thousand men, who have not bowed the knee to the image of Baal. 5 Even so then at this present time also there is a remnant according to the election of grace. 6 And if by grace, then is it no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if it be of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work. 7 What then? Israel hath not obtained that which he seeketh for; but the election hath obtained it, and the rest were blinded 8 (According as it is written, God hath given them the spirit of slumber, eyes that they should not see, and ears that they should not hear;) unto this day.
There are many things written here that one needs to understand more fully. First, Paul asks the question, did God cast away His people? This is the people of Israel, the twelve tribes of Israel.
In the historical context, Ten tribes of Israel were cast away in 720 BC in the Assyrian Captivity, and the remainder which were left of the house of Judah were taken away in the Babylonian Captivity about 586 BC. A remainder of less than 50,000 Jews from the house of Judah returned from Babylon to rebuild Jerusalem and will eventually repopulate the lands of Judea along with many other peoples of the lands up to the time of Christ.
The most visible remnant of all twelve tribes that were cast off into the nations and dispersed were those of the house of Judah comprised of the Israelites from the tribe of Judah, the tribe of Benjamin, and an even smaller portion the tribe of Levi. These tribes make up what we know as the house of Judah or “the Jews.”
Paul asks his question about has God cast off his people, he is referring to Israelites and he identifies himself as an Israelite, of the seed of Abraham (Isaac, and Jacob) of the tribe of Benjamin (one of three Israelite tribes of the House of Judah, the Jews). He declares No, God has not cast off Israel or his peoples who God knew.
Paul then cites the story of Elias or Elijah the prophet who fought for God against his own people of the ten tribes’ house of Israel which was under the evil reign of Ahab and Jezebel and worshiped foreign gods such as Baal. Paul is writing about a time when Elijah has fled from Jezebel’s wrath to a mountain and cave and inside this cave he encounters God and says to God “Lord, they have killed thy prophets, and digged down thine altars; and I am left alone, and they seek my life.” God replies to Elijah, “I have reserved to myself seven thousand men, who have not bowed the knee to the image of Baal.”
Paul then declares even so as it was then, at this present time (of Paul’s age) also there is a remnant (of the twelve tribes of Israel) according to the election of grace. Israel has not been cast way for good (a remnant will be saved through Israel’s redeemer and Christ, Jesus our Lord). Paul then asks, What then? Israel hath not obtained that which he seeks for; but the election hath obtained it, and the rest were blinded (According as it is written, God hath given them the spirit of slumber, eyes that they should not see, and ears that they should not hear;) unto this day.
So God set aside a remnant who would believe in Christ while the larger body of Judah and Israel were still blinded or unbelievers. (There’s so much more you should read Paul’s Letter to the Romans regarding Israel and their relation to the Gentiles, but for sake of this study we will move on to the next scripture.)
These next several scriptures all deal with grace of God that is given to Paul or to us (believers).
Romans 12:3 (KJV)
For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.
Romans 12:6 (KJV)
Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith;
Read the full context.
Romans 12:1-6 (KJV)
I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. 3 For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. 4 For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office: 5 So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another. 6 Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith;
The next scriptures refer to the Grace of God one receives from Jesus the Christ.
1st Corinthians 1:4 (KJV)
I thank my God always on your behalf, for the grace of God which is given you by Jesus Christ;
1st Corinthians 3:10 (KJV)
According to the grace of God which is given unto me, as a wise masterbuilder, I have laid the foundation, and another buildeth thereon. But let every man take heed how he buildeth thereupon.
1st Corinthians 10:30 (KJV)
For if I by grace be a partaker, why am I evil spoken of for that for which I give thanks?
The next scripture has three mentions of "grace."
1st Corinthians 15:10 (KJV)
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 laboured more abundantly than they all: yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.
By the grace of God, Paul is the person he now is. God’s grace was not bestowed upon Paul in vain, and Paul does his mighty works and his labor for God because of the grace of God that was bestowed upon Paul.
The next scripture mentions that Paul’s testimony is not by man’s wisdom, but by the grace of God.
2nd Corinthians 1:12 (KJV)
For our rejoicing is this, the testimony of our conscience, that in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisdom, but by the grace of God, we have had our conversation in the world, and more abundantly to you-ward.
This next scripture speaks of the abundance of grace.
2nd Corinthians 4:15 (KJV)
For all things are for your sakes, that the abundant grace might through the thanksgiving of many redound to the glory of God.
This next scripture Paul pleads with those at Corinth to receive not the Grace of God in vain.
2nd Corinthians 6:1 (KJV)
We then, as workers together with him, beseech you also that ye receive not the grace of God in vain.
Read what Paul was trying teach.
2nd Corinthians 6:1-10 (KJV)
We then, as workers together with him, beseech you also that ye receive not the grace of God in vain. 2 (For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I succoured thee: behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.) 3 Giving no offence in any thing, that the ministry be not blamed: 4 But in all things approving ourselves as the ministers of God, in much patience, in afflictions, in necessities, in distresses, 5 In stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labours, in watchings, in fastings; 6 By pureness, by knowledge, by longsuffering, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by love unfeigned, 7 By the word of truth, by the power of God, by the armour of righteousness on the right hand and on the left, 8 By honour and dishonour, by evil report and good report: as deceivers, and yet true; 9 As unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and, behold, we live; as chastened, and not killed; 10 As sorrowful, yet alway rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing all things.
The next scripture refers to the grace of God upon the churches.
2nd Corinthians 8:1 (KJV)
Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit of the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia;
2nd Corinthians 8:6 (KJV)
Insomuch that we desired Titus, that as he had begun, so he would also finish in you the same grace also.
2nd Corinthians 8:7 (KJV)
Therefore, as ye abound in every thing, in faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and in all diligence, and in your love to us, see that ye abound in this grace also.
Paul, here, speaks of the grace of Christ.
2nd Corinthians 8:9 (KJV)
For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.
The next couple of scriptures deal with the grace of God.
2nd Corinthians 8:19 (KJV)
And not that only, but who was also chosen of the churches to travel with us with this grace, which is administered by us to the glory of the same Lord, and declaration of your ready mind:
2nd Corinthians 9:8 (KJV)
And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:
2nd Corinthians 9:14 (KJV)
And by their prayer for you, which long after you for the exceeding grace of God in you.
In this next scripture Paul speaks of the grace of Christ being sufficient for him in tough or challenging times.
2nd Corinthians 12:9 (KJV)
And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Read the full context.
2nd Corinthians 12:7-10 (KJV)
And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. 8 For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me. 9 And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. 10 Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.
Paul is speaking of the visitation of a demon who buffeted or persecuted Paul. Paul prayed to the Lord three times, to which Jesus responded to Paul, “My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.”
Just as Jesus was weak in the flesh but strong in faith and grace of God; our strength in God is manifest in our weakness. Therefore Paul says he takes pleasure in his infirmities, his times of struggle, for when he is weak then he is strong. Like Paul we are strong in trying times by faith and God’s grace.
In the book of Galatians Paul admonishes the church for having done things that are contrary to the grace of God.
Galatians 1:6 (KJV)
I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel:
Read what Paul admonishes of the church.
Galatians 1:6-9 (KJV)
I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: 7 Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ. 8 But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. 9 As we said before, so say I now again, If any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed.
The “another gospel” Paul was tearing down at Galatia, was the belief by some of converted Jews to Christ that Gentile believers should be circumcised and thus adhere to the works of the law, not faith. Paul rebuked this heresy.
In the next scripture Paul refers to when he was called by God by his grace.
Galatians 1:15 (KJV)
But when it pleased God, who separated me from my mother’s womb, and called me by his grace,
Continuing on in Galatians, Paul speaks of frustrating God’s grace by some who believe still they are justified by the deeds of the Old Covenant Law.
Galatians 2:21 (KJV)
I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness come by the law, then Christ is dead in vain.
Galatians 5:4 (KJV)
Christ is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the law; ye are fallen from grace.
The next scripture ends Paul’s letter to the Galatians.
Galatians 6:18 (KJV)
Brethren, the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen.
The next two reference to grace are located in the opening letter to the Ephesians.
Ephesians 1:6-7 (KJV)
To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved. 7 In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace;
Read the full context.
Ephesians 1:1-12 (KJV)
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the saints which are at Ephesus, and to the faithful in Christ Jesus: 2 Grace be to you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ: 4 According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love: 5 Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself, according to the good pleasure of his will, 6 To the praise of the glory of his grace, wherein he hath made us accepted in the beloved. 7 In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace; 8 Wherein he hath abounded toward us in all wisdom and prudence; 9 Having made known unto us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure which he hath purposed in himself: 10 That in the dispensation of the fulness of times he might gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth; even in him: 11 In whom also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestinated according to the purpose of him who worketh all things after the counsel of his own will: 12 That we should be to the praise of his glory, who first trusted in Christ.
Paul in his opening letter to the church at Ephesus tells how God blessed us (baptized believers in Christ) with all spiritual blessing in, or through, Christ, Jesus. Paul teaches that God has chosen us in Jesus before the foundation of the world that we should be holy before him in love, predestined to be adopted by God through Christ as children of his own according to God’s will and the glory of his grace.
Paul states in whom, in Christ, we have redemption through Jesus’ blood (sacrifice on the cross) the forgiveness of sins according to the amazing riches of his grace of which God has bestowed upon us all wisdom making known the mystery of his will, that in the fullness of times God might gather together all things in Jesus Christ. Paul reveals through Christ we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined by God according to His purpose and almighty will that we (those in Christ) should be the praise of his glory having put our trust in Jesus the Christ.
The next few references to grace speak of being saved by God’s grace.
Ephesians 2:5 (KJV)
Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)
Ephesians 2:7 (KJV)
That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus.
Ephesians 2:8 (KJV)
For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:
Let’s read the full context.
Ephesians 2:1-10 (KJV)
And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; 2 Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience: 3 Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others. 4 But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, 5 Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;) 6 And hath raised us up together, and made us sit together in heavenly places in Christ Jesus: 7 That in the ages to come he might shew the exceeding riches of his grace in his kindness toward us through Christ Jesus. 8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: 9 Not of works, lest any man should boast. 10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.
Paul writes of Jesus who has quickened (to make one alive with Christ) us who while we were dead in our sins, and walked according to this world, and according to the prince of the power of the air (Satan) -- that spirit that works in the children of disobedience (to God) among whom we once walked in our in our fleshly lusts and desires of the flesh and mind, being contrary to God.
But even though we were dead in our sins, God who is rich in mercy has quickened us together with Christ, for by God’s grace we are saved. That through Christ God raises us up to sit in heavenly places in Christ Jesus.
Paul states it is through God’s grace we are saved through faith (in Christ).This is not done of man or any of his works but only accomplished by God, for it (grace) is a gift from God alone.
The next references to grace refer to the dispensation of grace.
Ephesians 3:2 (KJV)
If ye have heard of the dispensation of the grace of God which is given me to you-ward:
Ephesians 3:7 (KJV)
Whereof I was made a minister, according to the gift of the grace of God given unto me by the effectual working of his power.
Ephesians 3:8 (KJV)
Unto me, who am less than the least of all saints, is this grace given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ;
Read the full context.
Ephesians 3:1-12 (KJV)
For this cause I Paul, the prisoner of Jesus Christ for you Gentiles, 2 If ye have heard of the dispensation of the grace of God which is given me to you-ward: 3 How that by revelation he made known unto me the mystery; (as I wrote afore in few words, 4 Whereby, when ye read, ye may understand my knowledge in the mystery of Christ) 5 Which in other ages was not made known unto the sons of men, as it is now revealed unto his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit; 6 That the Gentiles should be fellowheirs, and of the same body, and partakers of his promise in Christ by the gospel: 7 Whereof I was made a minister, according to the gift of the grace of God given unto me by the effectual working of his power. 8 Unto me, who am less than the least of all saints, is this grace given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ; 9 And to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the world hath been hid in God, who created all things by Jesus Christ: 10 To the intent that now unto the principalities and powers in heavenly places might be known by the church the manifold wisdom of God, 11 According to the eternal purpose which he purposed in Christ Jesus our Lord: 12 In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him.
Paul is writing about his apostleship to the Gentiles (peoples of non-Israelite or non-Jewish nations) how God made known to Paul the Mystery of Christ, which in times past was not made known to men, but now is revealed to his apostles and the prophets by the Holy Spirit that the Gentiles should be fellow heirs of same body of believers (Israelite believers in Christ) and of those who partake in God’s promise in Christ by the gospel.
Paul states that he was made a minister of God to make known the mystery of Christ to the Gentiles (not just to Israelites alone) the riches of God’s grace, encompassing all men to see what is the mystery, which was since beginning of the world was hid in God who created all things by Jesus the Christ.
The next scripture explains how each one of us is given grace according the measure of the gift of Jesus.
Ephesians 4:7 (KJV)
But unto every one of us is given grace according to the measure of the gift of Christ.
The next scripture refers to administering grace to the hearers through good communication.
Ephesians 4:29 (KJV)
Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.
The next scripture is in the letter to the Colossians.
Colossians 1:6 (KJV)
Which is come unto you, as it is in all the world; and bringeth forth fruit, as it doth also in you, since the day ye heard of it, and knew the grace of God in truth:
Read the full context.
Colossians 1:1-6 (KJV)
Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timotheus our brother, 2 To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you, 4 Since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus, and of the love which ye have to all the saints, 5 For the hope which is laid up for you in heaven, whereof ye heard before in the word of the truth of the gospel; 6 Which is come unto you, as it is in all the world; and bringeth forth fruit, as it doth also in you, since the day ye heard of it, and knew the grace of God in truth:
The next two scriptures in Colossians deal with doing all things with grace.
Colossians 3:16 (KJV)
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.
Colossians 4:6 (KJV)
Let your speech be alway with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.
Next we read from the letter of second book of Thessalonians.
2nd Thessalonians 1:12 (KJV)
That the name of our Lord Jesus Christ may be glorified in you, and ye in him, according to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.
2nd Thessalonians 2:16 (KJV)
Now our Lord Jesus Christ himself, and God, even our Father, which hath loved us, and hath given us everlasting consolation and good hope through grace,
Next we see grace of God is exceedingly abundant.
1st Timothy 1:14 (KJV)
And the grace of our Lord was exceeding abundant with faith and love which is in Christ Jesus.
The next scripture refers to how we are saved, and called, (by God) not according to our works, but according to God’s purpose and grace.
2nd Timothy 1:9 (KJV)
Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began,
Look at the full context.
2nd Timothy 1: 3-11 (KJV)
I thank God, whom I serve from my forefathers with pure conscience, that without ceasing I have remembrance of thee in my prayers night and day; 4 Greatly desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy; 5 When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also. 6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands. 7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. 8 Be not thou therefore ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me his prisoner: but be thou partaker of the afflictions of the gospel according to the power of God; 9 Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began, 10 But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel: 11 Whereunto I am appointed a preacher, and an apostle, and a teacher of the Gentiles.
These next scriptures refer to the grace of God, or of Christ.
2nd Timothy 2:1 (KJV)
Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
Titus 2:11 (KJV)
For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men,
Titus 3:7 (KJV)
That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.
Hebrews 2:9 (KJV)
But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man.
This next scripture refers to the "throne of grace."
Hebrews 4:16 (KJV)
Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
The next scripture refers to the "Spirit of grace".
Hebrews 10:29 (KJV)
Of how much sorer punishment, suppose ye, shall he be thought worthy, who hath trodden under foot the Son of God, and hath counted the blood of the covenant, wherewith he was sanctified, an unholy thing, and hath done despite unto the Spirit of grace?
In the next scripture we see the notion of failing from the grace of God.
Hebrews 12:15 (KJV)
Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;
In the next scripture Paul in his letter to the Hebrews tells them to have grace.
Hebrews 12:28 (KJV)
Wherefore we receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear:
This next scripture has the idea of the heart being established by grace.
Hebrews 13:9 (KJV)
Be not carried about with divers and strange doctrines. For it is a good thing that the heart be established with grace; not with meats, which have not profited them that have been occupied therein.
James, another apostle of Christ, teaches here that God gives grace to the humble.
James 4:6 (KJV)
But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.
Peter, an apostle of Christ and the man with the keys to the kingdom of heaven, speaks of the Old Testament prophets who foretold of God’s grace.
1st Peter 1:10 (KJV)
Of which salvation the prophets have enquired and searched diligently, who prophesied of the grace that should come unto you:
Let’s read the full context.
1st Peter 1:1-16 (KJV)
Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, to the strangers scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, 2 Elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctification of the Spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace unto you, and peace, be multiplied. 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you, 5 Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last time. 6 Wherein ye greatly rejoice, though now for a season, if need be, ye are in heaviness through manifold temptations: 7 That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ: 8 Whom having not seen, ye love; in whom, though now ye see him not, yet believing, ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory: 9 Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls. 10 Of which salvation the prophets have enquired and searched diligently, who prophesied of the grace that should come unto you: 11 Searching what, or what manner of time the Spirit of Christ which was in them did signify, when it testified beforehand the sufferings of Christ, and the glory that should follow. 12 Unto whom it was revealed, that not unto themselves, but unto us they did minister the things, which are now reported unto you by them that have preached the gospel unto you with the Holy Ghost sent down from heaven; which things the angels desire to look into. 13 Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance: 15 But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; 16 Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy.
The next scripture refers to the grace of life.
1st Peter 3:7 (KJV)
Likewise, ye husbands, dwell with them according to knowledge, giving honour unto the wife, as unto the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered.
In this next scripture Peter refers to the manifold grace of God.
1st Peter 4:10 (KJV)
As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.
In the next scripture Peter states that grace of God can make one perfect, establish, strengthen and settle one.
1st Peter 5:10 (KJV)
But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.
These last scriptures and mentions of the word "grace" refer to the grace of God.
1st Peter 5:12 (KJV)
By Silvanus, a faithful brother unto you, as I suppose, I have written briefly, exhorting, and testifying that this is the true grace of God wherein ye stand.
2nd Peter 3:18 (KJV)
But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.
2nd John 1:3 (KJV)
Grace be with you, mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love.
Jude 1:4 (KJV)
For there are certain men crept in unawares, who were before of old ordained to this condemnation, ungodly men, turning the grace of our God into lasciviousness, and denying the only Lord God, and our Lord Jesus Christ.
Revelation 1:4 (KJV)
John to the seven churches which are in Asia: Grace be unto you, and peace, from him which is, and which was, and which is to come; and from the seven Spirits which are before his throne;
In the last scripture of the book of Revelation, concluding the Holy Bible, Jesus gives out freely to you his grace.
Revelation 22:21 (KJV)
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.
Thus we have finished our study of the word “grace” as it pertains to the Old Testament and New Testament Gospel.
It’s so true, we are truly saved by God’s amazing Grace made possible through the grace of YHWH and our Lord’s Sacrifice on the Cross, his blood baptism, we as believers share in as Christ died for the sin of his people Israel and all men and women’s sin. What great grace God has bestowed upon his lowly creation (all mankind)!
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The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen