1 Corinthians 1:3
Each star in the night sky has a wonderful secret. What we see as only a twinkle of light is actually the blaze of a brilliant, distant sun. Consider what that tiny sparkle really is, and you will appreciate a star's true majesty and power.
Our Bible verse is just a brief thought. But it's like a star. Although this verse is small, it has a wonderful message. Consider what these words are saying, and you will appreciate the true majesty and power of our Savior's love for us.
The Gentiles once greeted one resemble "grace." The Jews said and still say, "Shalom," meaning "Peace." The Holy Spirit guided Paul to join these two thoughts as a special greeting in his New Testament letters. For Christians of all time, these words are like a diamond ring on a bride's finger. They remind us of love and faithfulness, the Father's love-in-action for us in Christ.
Grace points to the way God feels about us and treats us. Grace is kindness, generosity and love shown even to those who do not deserve them. Because we are all sinners, we deserved punishment. But God gives us love. We often forget to thank him. We often live as though he isn't even there and as though he will never return. But the Lord cares for us. He has forgiven our sins through Jesus. He watches over us and blesses us. God shows us grace
Grace brings us peace with God. This peace does not come from us. It isn't just how we feel or something we must make for God. Jesus created this peace for us. He did this by keeping his Father's law perfectly for us and by suffering on the cross the punishment for our sins. The Holy Spirit reminds us of what Jesus has done. Through God's Word, the peace we have moves us to trust the Lord more and more. It moves us to live thankful lives in harmony with God's Word.
Trouble, worry and our own sinful weakness often bring a shadow over this peace. But they can never overcome it. How can we be sure? God our Father and his Son our Lord have created grace and peace for us. The cross guarantees this gift forever. We are thus ready and waiting for Christ's return.
What a wonderful message is in this one verse! Whenever you hear these words, remember God's great gift of love to you! Here is a beautiful song,
Grace,Mercy, and Peace
His Grace bring us good things
Everyday in Our lives
And His grace bring us peace
In troublesome, sometimes
With His love opens heaven
Love and truth is pouring out
With grace, mercy and peace
Glory to God in His amazing love
I will rejoice in the Lord (2x)
With grace, mercy and peace
In Him we are redeem
Through His blood and
Unfailing love, in whom,
Having believe we are sealed
With promises
It shall be established
With grace, mercy and peace
Thank to His Grace the Holy Spirit revealed to me this song he said write..
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