Topical Encyclopedia Grace, a central theme in Christian theology, is understood as the unmerited favor and love of God toward humanity. In the New Testament, grace is most profoundly associated with the person and work of Jesus Christ. The concept of grace as coming through Christ is pivotal in understanding the New Covenant and the salvation offered to believers.Biblical Foundation The Gospel of John introduces the concept of grace through Christ with clarity and depth. John 1:14-17 states, "The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth... For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ." This passage highlights the transition from the Law, given through Moses, to grace and truth, which are realized in Jesus Christ. The incarnation of Christ is presented as the ultimate revelation of God's grace. The Role of Jesus Christ Jesus Christ is the embodiment of divine grace. His life, death, and resurrection are the means by which grace is extended to humanity. Romans 5:15 contrasts the trespass of Adam with the grace available through Christ: "But the gift is not like the trespass. For if the many died by the trespass of the one man, how much more did God’s grace and the gift that came by the grace of the one man, Jesus Christ, overflow to the many!" Here, Paul emphasizes that the grace brought by Christ surpasses the consequences of sin introduced by Adam. Salvation and Grace The Apostle Paul further elaborates on the role of grace in salvation in Ephesians 2:8-9 : "For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast." This passage underscores that salvation is a gift of grace, not earned by human effort but received through faith in Jesus Christ. Grace is the foundation of the believer's relationship with God, ensuring that salvation is accessible to all who believe. Grace in the Life of Believers Grace is not only the means of salvation but also sustains the believer's life. In 2 Corinthians 12:9 , Paul recounts the Lord's assurance to him: "But He said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.'" This declaration affirms that grace empowers believers, providing strength and sufficiency in times of weakness and trial. The Abundance of Grace The New Testament frequently speaks of the abundance of grace available through Christ. Romans 5:20 states, "But where sin increased, grace increased all the more." This abundance is a testament to the inexhaustible nature of God's grace, which not only covers sin but also transforms the believer's life. Conclusion The grace that came by Christ is a transformative force, central to the Christian faith. It is through Jesus Christ that believers experience the fullness of God's grace, leading to salvation, empowerment, and eternal life. The New Testament consistently affirms that grace is a gift, freely given by God through His Son, and is the foundation upon which the Christian life is built. Torrey's Topical Textbook John 1:17For the law was given by Moses, but grace and truth came by Jesus Christ. Torrey's Topical Textbook Romans 5:15 Greek 4102. pistis -- faith, faithfulness ... Christianity came. ... "We have made faith a condition of mind, when it is a divinely imparted grace of the heart . ... Christ, the living word, is our sufficiency . ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4102.htm - 18k Library "Grace and Truth came through Jesus Christ. " These Words Belong ... The Fountain of Grace. Rejection of Errors Law and Grace. John's Introduction. Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners. Saved by Grace Alone. When Christ visited us in his Grace, He did not Come to what did ... Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners Or, a Brief Relation of ... Confessing Christ. 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