God's Grace

Good morning world!  I have been thinking last night and this morning about God's grace.

The Webster's definition of grace is:

Full Definition of grace

1. 1a :  unmerited divine assistance given humans for their regeneration or sanctificationb :  a virtue coming from Godc :  a state of sanctification enjoyed through divine grace
2. 2a :  approval, favor grace

s>b archaic :  mercy, pardonc :  a special favor :  privilege grace, shall rule his heritage — Rudyard Kipling>d :  disposition to or an act or instance of kindness, courtesy, or clemencye :  a temporary exemption :  reprieve

3a :  a charming or attractive trait or characteristicb :  a pleasing appearance or effect :  charm grace

 of youth — John Buchan>c :  ease and suppleness of movement or bearing

I love that the first definition talks about the grace of God. Coming from God, grace is unmerited.  We did nothing to deserve it.  In fact quite the opposite.  We, I, do not deserve God's grace.  However, He loved us so much that he sent Jesus to pay the ultimate price, His life for us.  To atone for our sins.  

"7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace...."  Ephesians 1:7 NIV

In showing others God's love, am I suppose to show them God's grace too?  I believe so.  

We have had some major problems going on with one of our foster kids lately.  I believe I need to show them, my kids also, God's grace.  For now that means even though poor choices have been made, I will still love him but there are still consequences for the actions.

Be blessed and be a blessing,

Some of my thoughts and actions,

Elizabeth

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