Some Perspectives on Grace - by Tsepo May
March 3, 2024
Sermon recap:
God poured out his kindness on us. Do you still remember the gift of grace and the role it played in your life? What effect has it had on your life? Does it give you confidence? How about relational grace. Be unoffendable in your patience. We are forgiven sinners but we will hurt each other. When we mess up we can approach the throne of grace with confidence. God's grace teaches us to say no to ungodliness and worldly passions.
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We are called to excel in the grace of giving—it’s not just a duty, but a spiritual act of worship. Be consistent and faithful in our giving. Set it aside intentionally, and don’t delay in fulfilling what you’ve committed to the Lord. Don't let your imperfect view of God impact your giving.
Changing takes courage—but parenting God’s way means choosing His path, and knowing where our help comes from. Righteousness is about healing and strengthening relationships, not achieving perfection. Don’t conform to the world’s ways—seek God’s perspective on parenting. Model the behaviour you want to see, and let His Word draw your heart to your children, and theirs to yours. Be present in their spiritual journey—it's not optional, it's your responsibility.
We are like broken pieces of pottery. God went looking for us, he found the fragments of our lives discarded by life/shame/disappointment, and put us back with the blood of Jesus. Treat each other not as broken but perfected through Christ.