Lesson 59 November 28
Review:
4. The Blessings of
Grace
Eph. 1:6
Grace in salvation means we are completely accepted
because of the perfect work of Christ which includes:
He redeems us (Rom.
He forgives us (Rom.
He
justifies
us (Rom.
- there is a balance between God's faithful provision and our
response in using that provision; meets
our needs but more importantly it glorifies God, who makes the provision. See that in 1 Cor
Though weak and
without capacity for spiritual things, grace means special divine ability is secured
for the believer through the grace of God which is ours in Christ, DOA's. This is stressed by the following:
1. No longer under Law,
but under grace (Rom.
2. Christ in you, the
hope of glory (Col. 1:27). How?
(Indwelling H/S & BD)
3. Baptized and
circumcised in Christ unto new life potential (Rom. 6:4f; Col. 2:11).
4. Indwelt by the Spirit
of God for power or ability to live the Christian life (Rom. 8:2f).