How does "The grace of the Lord Jesus" influence daily Christian living? The Final Blessing: Revelation 22:21 “The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all. Amen.” Grace Defined—The Gift That Starts and Finishes Our Walk • Unmerited favor flowing from Jesus’ finished work (Ephesians 2:8–9). • A present, active force empowering obedience (Hebrews 4:16). • God’s immutable promise—certain because His word is true (Numbers 23:19). Daily Reliance on Grace • Awakening each morning: receive fresh mercy (Lamentations 3:22–23). • Confessing sin quickly: restoration without delay (1 John 1:9). • Serving from rest, not striving: “My yoke is easy” (Matthew 11:28–30). • Fighting temptation: “sin will not be your master” (Romans 6:14). • Ending each day in gratitude, trusting the Shepherd’s care (Psalm 23:6). Grace Shapes Relationships • Forgiving as we’ve been forgiven (Ephesians 4:32). • Choosing gentle words seasoned with grace (Colossians 4:6). • Bearing one another’s burdens in humble love (Galatians 6:2). • Honoring marriage and family with self-sacrificing commitment (Ephesians 5:25–33). Grace Fuels Spiritual Growth • Instructs us to deny ungodliness and live sensibly now (Titus 2:11–12). • Trains hearts to hope for Christ’s glorious appearing (Titus 2:13). • Produces fruit—love, joy, peace—through the Spirit’s power (Galatians 5:22–23). • Equips for every good work as Scripture is believed and obeyed (2 Timothy 3:16–17). Grace in Suffering and Weakness • Strength made perfect when ours is gone (2 Corinthians 12:9). • Assurance that trials refine, not destroy (1 Peter 1:6–7). • Confidence that nothing can separate us from Christ’s love (Romans 8:38–39). Grace Anchors Our Future Hope • Guarantees a prepared place and a coming King (John 14:2–3). • Secures an imperishable inheritance (1 Peter 1:3–4). • Sends us forward with the Spirit’s seal until redemption is complete (Ephesians 1:13–14). Living Today in the Light of the Last Verse • Start with praise: thank Jesus for His constant grace. • Walk aware: every task becomes worship by His enablement. • Stand firm: His grace will carry you until you see Him face to face. |
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