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Saved by Grace: God's Plan for Redemption

A study exploring the profound truth of God's unmerited favor and the path to salvation revealed in His Word.

1. The Nature of God's Grace

1.1 God's Unmerited Favor

Verses: Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 3:23-24
  • Grace is a gift, not earned
  • It reveals God's boundless love
  • It is the foundation of our salvation

1.2 Grace and the Law

Verses: Romans 6:14; Galatians 2:16
  • We are not under law but under grace
  • Grace empowers us to live righteously
  • The law revealed sin, grace provides the remedy

1.3 The Source of Grace

Verses: John 1:16-17; Titus 2:11
  • Grace comes through Jesus Christ
  • God Himself is the source of all grace
  • His grace is sufficient for all

2. The Revelation of God's Salvation

2.1 God Manifested in Flesh

Verses: 1 Timothy 3:16; Isaiah 9:6; John 14:9
  • God Himself came to earth as Jesus
  • Jesus is the full embodiment of the Godhead
  • He is both Father and Son in manifestation

2.2 Jesus' Atoning Sacrifice

Verses: Romans 5:8; 1 Peter 2:24; Hebrews 9:22
  • Jesus died for our sins
  • His blood provides remission of sins
  • He became the perfect sacrifice

2.3 The Resurrection and Exaltation

Verses: Romans 10:9; Acts 2:36; Philippians 2:9-11
  • Jesus conquered death
  • He was exalted as Lord and Christ
  • All authority is given to Him

3. The Path to Receiving God's Grace

3.1 Repentance Towards God

Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 3:19; Luke 13:3
  • A change of mind and heart
  • Turning away from sin
  • Essential first step for salvation

3.2 Water Baptism in Jesus' Name

Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 8:16; Acts 19:5; Colossians 2:12
  • For the remission of sins
  • Immersion in water
  • Administered in the name of Jesus Christ

3.3 Receiving the Gift of the Holy Spirit

Verses: Acts 2:38-39; Acts 10:44-46; Acts 19:6
  • The promise is for all
  • Evidenced by speaking in other tongues
  • God's Spirit indwelling believers

3.4 Faith and Obedience

Verses: Hebrews 11:6; James 2:17-20; Romans 1:5
  • Faith is essential for salvation
  • True faith leads to obedience
  • Obedience is a response to God's grace

4. Living a Life of Grace

4.1 Growing in Grace

Verses: 2 Peter 3:18; Ephesians 4:7
  • Grace is not a one-time event
  • We are called to continually grow
  • God provides grace for daily living

4.2 The Fruit of the Spirit

Verses: Galatians 5:22-23; John 15:5
  • Evidence of the Spirit's work
  • Character transformation
  • Living a life pleasing to God

4.3 Perseverance in Faith

Verses: Hebrews 10:36; Revelation 2:10; Matthew 24:13
  • Enduring to the end
  • Remaining faithful to God's calling
  • Grace enables us to persevere