GRACE 4 GRACE

READING: JOHN 1:14-18

Verse 16: “And of His fullness we have all received, and grace for grace.”

In a special way, this verse displays God’s generosity as the giver of grace. The phrase “grace for grace” is often taken to mean that the Lord gives grace that grace may then in turn be further distributed. We are certainly able to see that being accomplished in the Church of Christ. However, there is another possibility that can be considered as a “thought about God’s Word”. First an illustration. Charlie is frustrated. He has vision for the ideal business. He is sure this business, would profit greatly, but he lacks the capital to get started. Charlie could enjoy great benefit if he could just have a little benefit to get going. God’s grace is definitely something of great benefit for us to receive. However, He does not leave us in a situation like Charlie. We are not kept from great benefit because we lack what it takes to get started. Instead we are given grace for grace. The Lord provides the little bit of grace we need, that positions us to richly receive the fullness of grace. Our God supplies all our need. That’s a thought – about God’s Word.

RESPONSE

1. Have you seen a smaller gift of grace operate to open greater grace?

2. At this time, how is the grace of God most evident in your life?