True Grace of God
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(Knowing God's Way) 18. the True Grace of God
By Zac Poonen0JHN 17:211PE 1:2Zac Poonen emphasizes the importance of understanding the true grace of God as outlined in 1 Peter, contrasting it with the counterfeit grace that promotes sin. He explains that true grace leads to sanctification, obedience to Christ, and the manifestation of God's character in our lives. Poonen highlights the necessity of humility in receiving grace, as pride blinds us to spiritual truths and hinders our relationship with God. He also discusses how grace fosters unity among believers and equips them for service, urging Christians to live in harmony and support one another. Ultimately, Poonen calls for a deeper reliance on God's grace to overcome sin and reflect Christ's likeness in our lives.
1 Peter 5:12
By John Gill0ACT 15:22ROM 1:16EPH 6:10PHP 1:6COL 1:231TH 5:242TI 1:12HEB 10:231PE 5:122PE 3:17John Gill emphasizes the role of Silvanus as a faithful brother and minister in delivering Peter's message, highlighting the importance of integrity in preaching the Gospel. He asserts that the brevity of the epistle does not diminish its significance, as it conveys the true grace of God that the recipients have embraced and continue to stand firm in. Gill encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith, recognizing the assurance and truth of the Gospel they have received.
Six Aspects of the Grace of God
By Zac Poonen0JHN 15:5ROM 12:211PE 1:22PE 1:3Zac Poonen emphasizes the true grace of God as outlined in Peter's letters, urging believers to stand firm in it amidst the prevalence of false grace teachings. He highlights six aspects of grace: grace for harmonious marriages, the use of spiritual gifts to serve others, the importance of humility and submission to spiritual authority, the role of suffering in receiving God's grace, the divine power granted for a godly life, and the unity among believers as joint-heirs of grace. Poonen encourages Christians to embrace humility to receive grace, which leads to victory over sin and fosters unity within the church, ultimately reflecting Christ's character.