Introduction

  • I Corinthians 15:10

When we recognize the ugliness of sin, we appreciate grace even more.

  • Ezekiel 16:15-17, 32-37
  • Micah 3:1-4
  • Malachi 2:1-3
  • II Peter 2:20-22
  • The ugliness of sin is totally contrary to the beauty and purity of God. Yet God is willing to forgive!

Grace is forgiveness, not a repayment plan.

  • Isaiah 1:18
  • Romans 4:1-5, 23 – No one earns their way into heaven. God deeds cannot wipe away sins.
  • Romans 6:3-4

Grace should motivate righteousness, not sin.

  • Acts 2:37-38 – See Jeremiah 31:31-34; Isaiah 53:11; Joel 2:32. The gift of the Holy Spirit is salvation.
  • Acts 2:42-47
  • Ephesians 2:8-10 – They were not working off the sin, but they were living righteously.
  • Titus 2:11-14
  • Grace is not a license to sin.
  • Our response to grace should be gratitude and motivation to live righteously.
  • I Corinthians 15:10