The Session: Extending & Receiving Grace

The Session: The Power of Extending & Receiving GraceEphesians 2:8  “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God…”The Impact of Receiving Grace What are the benefits of grace to Christian?Dr. Gregory Jantz wrote, “But grace is much more than just erasing the past; it is about writing the future. That’s because when we are freed from the thicket of regret, blame, and shame, we can show grace to others in every situation. It’s the ultimate form of “paying it forward.” Only Jesus has already paid our tab..” What are the benefits of grace to Christian?According to Sermon Central, Grace brings 10 great benefits to our lives:We are SAVED by GRACE. The only way to Heaven is through the doorway of grace. ...We're FORGIVEN by GRACE. ...We're SUSTAINED by GRACE. ...We're HEALED by GRACE. ...We're LIBERATED by GRACE. ...We're given TALENTS by GRACE. ...We're USED by GRACE. ...We're KEPT SAVED by GRACE.Receiving Grace Can Set Us FreeHis grace sets us free from the bondage of the things that hold us back. When we turn to Him, we can experience that kind release and that kind of freedom in our lives. Because of grace, Jesus died on the cross for us. It was the ultimate sacrifice to set us free.·        John 8:32  “And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”Grace is said to set people free from sin and its power, as well as from the punishment of sin. Grace is also said to free people from the bondage of guilt.The Impact of Extending GraceMarion Star said, “Grace gives us a new life which is not condemned by God. Through God's grace we are forgiven, transforming our thinking, resulting in the renewal of our mind and heart. Through grace we live the kind of life that God would like every one of His children to experience. “Grace leads to peace2 Peter 1 says, “Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our love Lord. His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and goodness” (vs. 2-3) Rev. J Street wrote, “The definition of grace could be “God's life, power and righteousness given to us by unmerited favor.” It is through grace that God works effective change in our hearts and lives. Grace gives us a new life which is not condemned by God. Through God's grace we are forgiven, transforming our thinking, resulting in the renewal of our mind and heart.” Ephesians 4:29 NIVDo not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen,”   To reach Tom Russell, please call 419-709-8447, email Tom at [email protected], or visit his website at https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com