[The Glory Unveiled]
“This same grace teaches us how to live each day as we turn our backs on ungodliness and indulgent lifestyles, and it equips us to live self-controlled, upright, godly lives in this present age.” [ Titus 2:12 TPT ]
The grace of God manifests in various ways and forms. The Gospel, according to John, notes that it came through the Lord Jesus Christ (John 1:17). Grace is the extension of God’s kindness and love to us, making us “worthy” of His acceptance. It is unconditional, unmerited favor. One unique characteristic of grace is its teaching aspect—it has a distinct voice. The grace of God brings salvation to all men, as mentioned in the verse preceding our anchor text (verse 11). However, it doesn’t leave us to figure things out on our own; it teaches us to forsake ungodliness and equips us to live self-controlled lives. God accomplishes this by bestowing so much grace upon us, acknowledging His love even when undeserved, motivating us to live the life of God that grace advertises. If we’ve received abundant grace from God’s kindness and love, we should live by turning away from things disapproved by God. The teachings of grace provide enablement and strength to handle what we couldn’t otherwise manage. When the apostle Paul faced challenges and prayed about them thrice, the Lord Jesus assured him that His grace is sufficient to help and that His strength is perfected in weaknesses (2 Corinthians 12:9). This scripture reveals that God’s grace is released at the end of our abilities and strength. When we reach the end of ourselves, grace comes to our rescue, teaching and aiding us.
Prayer_Bead: Omnipresent Father, thank you for the grace that teaches me your ways. Help me to be teachable.
Wisdom_Quote: Grace is available to teach you.
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