Romans 5: 17 March 18, 2014

Carolyn Walker       

Romans 5: 17         

March 18, 2014 

,  ,  ,  All who have received God’s abundant grace and are freely put right with him will rule in life through Christ.

From TODAY IS YOUR BEST DAY by Lessin  “Because of Grace” (Part 3)

Grace abounds to you today with so many favors, blessings, and joy.

Without His grace we were songbirds without a song; by His grace we have been given a new song to sing and a melody of praise for our hearts to rejoice in.

Without His grace we were trees bearing bitter fruit; by His grace we bear sweet fruit, lush fruit, and fruit that remains.

Without His grace our heads hung low and turned away from the light of his love;   by His grace our hearts have  been lifted up and our hearts have been flooded with His glorious light.

Without His grace we were defenseless against the attacks of the enemy; by His grace we stand triumphantly—completely equipped with the full armor of God, the blood of Jesus, the power of the Holy Spirit, and the ministry of the heavenly host.

Without His grace we lived in confusion, were lost, and had no clear direction; by His grace we have been found, and His wisdom guides our lives as He makes straight paths for our feet.

Without His grace our words had no message, and we gave our opinions only to have them drowned by others;  by His grace He has put His sure and certain words of truth in love in our mouths to abide forever through the Word of God.

Without His grace we were blind, stumbling about in darkness, trying to find purpose; by His grace our eyes have been opened, our purpose known, our hears set on eternity, and a daily walk He has for us.

Without His grace we were fearful, motivated by self-interests, and striving to succeed; by His grace we have entered into His rest, we walk in His peace, and we daily live for His glory.

Without His grace we were without hope, without assurance of heaven and the fear of death; by His grace we abound in hope and in the certainty of the resurrection- and we glory in knowing that the very best is still ahead.

Thro’ many dangers, toils and snares I have already come,

‘Tis grace that brought me safe thus far, and GRACE will lead me home.  A-men.