11:4), The Devil Disguised and the False Apostles who serve him (2 Cor. Will There Be a Global Harvest of Souls at the End of the Age? Rather, Paul is talking about the urgency and importance of the Corinthians responding to Gods grace in humble obedience and seizing every opportunity to please the Lord (2 Cor. Why the Resurrection Matters: 1 Corinthians 15:16-17, The Beauty of Spiritual Language: Reflections on the Influence and Legacy of Jack Hayford. 7 Reasons Why the Gospel of John is So Special, Two Prophecies Concerning the Asbury Awakening. Some of the unsaved Corinthians were being led astray by a false gospel of salvation by works. Why do some Protestants become Catholics? Does it matter much whether or not Jesus ever sinned? How Do You Behave When The Cameras Aren't On? (Revelation 3:19), 49) Intimacy in the Inner Room (Revelation 3:20), Hope: The Fountain of Faith and Love - Part I (1:4-5), Hope: The Fountain of Faith and Love - Part II (1:4-5), Intercession: Why, for Whom, and How Often? The Singing God has been released in a new edition! Their so-called faith is spurious and therefore temporary. - James 5:19-20, What To Do When Your Conscience Feels Dirty - Hebrews 9:1-14, Our Eternal Inheritance in Christ - Hebrews 9:15-26, Who is the Holy Spirit? 11:34). Here is the grace of God, of which the apostle spoke; here is the message we are charged to deliver. | Hebrews 10:26-31, Better and Abiding: The Double Perfection that Brings Joy - Hebrews 10:32-39, Joshua: the Book and the Man Joshua 1:1-2, Heaven on Earth. The apostle had given them the grace of God, as embodied in the truth of the gospel of grace, for their eternal benefit. But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ (1 Corinthians 15:57). When it is abandoned. - Revelation 7-9-17, The Trumpet Blasts of Divine Judgment - Revelation 8- 6-13 9-1-12, He Shall Reign Forever and Ever! A travel guide is of no value to a person who walks in without knowing it or keeping its instructions. 12:2-4), "A" Rapture before "The" Rapture (2) (2 Cor. (2). Hebrews 6:13-20, Suffering, Healing, and the Prayer of Faith - James 5:13-18, Who the heck is Melchizedek? or even to neglect it . Douay-Rheims Bible And we helping do exhort you, that you receive not the grace of God in vain. 5:11-12), The Controlling Power of the Cross (2 Cor. Will People have a Second Chance after Physical Death to Repent and Believe the Gospel? 65) There They Crucified Him: John 19:16b-30; Mark 15:16-32, 66) They Laid Jesus There: John 19:31-42; Mark 15:42-47, 67) He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep, to gain what he cannot lose John 20:1-18; Mark 16:1-8, A Complementarian Case for Women as Pastors, 68) The Impartation of Peace and Power: John 20:19-23, 69) Doubting Thomas or Devoted Thomas? They have genuinely received the gospel and believed it, but they have failed to progress in their Christian growth and stand in danger of losing those spiritual blessings and rewards they otherwise might have obtained. (3), Why must a Christian be in Community in a Local Church? #64: Separating from Smooth Talking Heretics and Stomping the Devil Beneath our Feet: Romans 16:17-23, #65: Strength for Weak People through the Gospel of Him Who is Able! 13:18-23 ). Because we dont want you to incur expenditure for which you are not prepared, could you please confirm whether you are willing to pay this charge, if necessary? 9:1-6), Giving that Gets in order to Give (2) (2 Cor. Repeating behold and now to emphasize his point, Paul declared that now is the acceptable time, the day of salvation when God will listen to repentant sinners. Therefore, his command not to receive the grace of God in vain is equivalent to an exhortation to all men not to reject the gospel of Jesus Christ. How Memory in Heaven will Serve to Increase our Joy! Did Jeremiah say that Jesus was the branch of Zion? Those in the congregation who were not regenerate were in grave danger of being deceived by the false teachers. Yes! 12:11-13), To Spend and Be Spent for Others (2 Cor. Romans 16:25-27, Is it Okay to Pray a Curse on My Enemies? Spiritual Growth and the Power of the Word. 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[1]I tell you, now is the time of God's favor, now is the day of salvation. 9:8-11), In all Giving, God gets the Glory! ESV - 1 Working together with him, then, we appeal to you not to receive the grace of God in vain. Or . Eternal Life (Part Seven of our Exploration of John 3:16), The Peril of Perishing (Part Six of our Exploration of John 3:16), The Necessity of Faith (Part Five of our Exploration of John 3:16), The Gift of Gods Son (Part Four of an Exploration of John 3:16), God Gave (Part Three of an Exploration of John 3:16), The Wickedness of the World (Part Two of an Exploration of John 3:16), Gods Immeasurable Love (Part One of an Exploration of John 3:16), Manifestations and Gifts of the Spirit: An Interview with Andrew Gabriel. Daniel Mace New Testament. (Romans 6:14, 15 also Galatians 2:21; 5:4; Ephesians 2:8, 9). John 1:1-5; 20:30-31, 2) No Longer a Slave: I am a Child of God! Was the Pope right when he changed the wording of the Lords Prayer? Paul is suggesting that you and I might have blindly received the grace of God in vain; in such a manner that we render it hollow or worthless. 6:4), Feasting on the Promise of a Future with Christ (2 Cor. What would be compromised, however, would be the receipt of commendatory recompense at Christs tribunal (5:10) (459). "You are my Son; today I have begotten you", What are we to make of those who make much of their Humility? 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The apostle Paul gave such a warning to the Corinthians: Working together with him, then, we appeal to you not to receive : Romans 12:3-8. night of open heaven /day 15 (100 days fasting & prayer, 3rd june, 2023) The Lord warned the pre-Flood world, My Spirit shall not strive with man forever, because he also is flesh; nevertheless his days shall be one hundred and twenty years (Gen. 6:3). Gods powerful grace transforming sinners into saints saving and sanctifying us for an eternity of glory with the Eternal Godhead! Hebrews 7:1-10, 23-25, Healing and the Two One-Anothers - James 5:13-18, To the Uttermost and Always - Hebrews 7:11-25, Prayer, Healing, and Elijah our Example - James 5:13-18, A Celebration of the New Covenant in Christ - Hebrews 8:1-13, Am I my Brothers Keeper? You Bet You Are! What does the Bible say about Ancestral Sin, Generational Spirits, and Curses? Before You Ask God for Something New, Thank Him for Something Old, "The Way to be Anxious about Nothing is to be Prayerful about Everything", The Lord is at Hand! But how might they let Gods grace come to no end? Joshua 23:1-16, How Pilgrims Sing and Serve - Hebrews 13:14-16. Inner compulsion for the new life in Christ Returning to chapter 5, we find the clues we need to answer these questions. Are We Guilty of Over-Emphasizing the Spiritual Gift of Prophecy? Joshua 10:1-15, Money Matters and the Presence of God - Hebrews 13:5-6, The Supremacy of God, Caleb, and Grasshoppers! "What's the Point of the Millennium?" Philip Hughes embraces a similar view and suggests that. Hebrews 11:8-16, Was it an Act of Faith, or Unconscionable Stupidity? In light of the immediately preceding context, he may have specifically in mind the new attitude of 5:16, the new creation of 5:17, the reconciliation of 5:18-19, the righteousness of God of 5:21, etc. Some Thoughts on Divine Election, Can you experience the love of God alone? Why, When, and How did the Apostle Paul Speak in Tongues? 3 Giving no offence in anything, that the ministry be not blamed. ~2 Corinthians 6:1-3 Thoughts on Pauls prayer in Ephesians 3:14-19, Are You Open to Spiritual Gifts? The Relationship between Faith and Works in the Christian Life, Faith Alone Justifies, but not the Faith that is Alone. Who was Pelagius and What did He Believe? John 15:12-17, 53) When the Beloved of God are Hated by the World: John 15:18-16:4, Beni Johnson, Wife of Bethel Churchs Bill Johnson, Has Died (Healing Part One), 54) Why the Spirit Inside You is Better than Jesus Beside You: John 16:5-15, 55) Enjoying the Joy that Lasts Forever: John 16:16-24, 56) A Wide Open Window into the Heart of Jesus: John 17:1-5, 57) Knowing God: The Eternal Life of the Elect: John 17:1-5, 58) The Loving-Kindness of our Keeping King: John 17:6-19, 59) The Mysterious Nature and Evangelistic Power of Christian Unity: John 17:20-23, 60) The Unfathomable Love of God and Seeing the Glory of Christ: John 17:20-26. 1-2 is not directed to those Corinthians who are already born-again, but to those in Corinth who had repeatedly heard the gospel but had made no decision. Specifically, Paul was urging the Corinthians not to receive the grace of God in vain; not to turn away from the gracious opportunity to hear the gospel of forgiveness he had so faithfully preached to them. Register. 8-9), Breaking the Grip of Greed (2 Cor 8:6-11), Sovereign Lord of our Hearts (2 Cor 8:16-17), Giving that Gets in order to Give (1) (2 Cor. 2:13). : Romans 3:9-20, #16 The Vocabulary of Salvation: Romans 3:21-26, #17 Why Gods Demonstration of His Glory and Justice is the Most Loving Thing He Could Do: Romans 3:21-31, #18 Is Acceptance with God by Achieving or by Believing? - John 15:12-17, When those Loved by God are Hated by the World - John 15:18-16:4, Why the Spirit Inside You is Better than Jesus Beside You - John 16:4b-15, Enjoying the Joy that Lasts Forever - John 16:16-24. Yes! What Does It Mean To Be Winsomely Reformed? Berean Study Bible As Gods fellow workers, then, we urge you not to receive Gods grace in vain. How Do We Know That The Bible Is From God? 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Therefore let us move beyond the elementary teachings about Christ and be taken forward to maturity, not laying again the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death, and of faith in God (Hebrews 6:1 also 2 Peter 1:5-8). 2 Corinthians 6:1. What Do You Think of Bill Johnson and Bethel? I dont know that salvation accepted through Gods grace can be absolutely lost, although Heb. (Colossians 3:11), The Seamless Garment of Christian Godliness (3:12), Forgive, As the Lord Has Forgiven You Part I (3:13), The Arminian Doctrine of Prevenient Grace, Forgive as the Lord has Forgiven You Part II (3:13), The Crowning Glory of Christian Godliness (3:14), Comprehensive Christianity or Doing all in the Name of Christ? The grace of God is designed to equip believers to proclaim Christ and not themselves (4:5) and to live for Christ and not themselves (cf. (2). For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. Powered by Church Plant Media, #1: You are not your own: Living as Slaves of Christ: Romans 1:1-7 (1), #3 I am Eager to Preach the Gospel to you in Oklahoma City: Romans 1:8-15, Pentecost and the Presence and Power of the Holy Spirit, The Spectrum of Beliefs on Same-Sex Attraction. The Articles of Affirmation and Denial in the Nashville Statement, The Most Precious Words Augustine Ever Wrote, DOIN' THE STUFF (REMEMBERING JOHN WIMBER), Satan and Sodomy: An Incredibly Kind, Loving, Compassionate article from John Piper, Observations on the Arminian doctrine of Corporate or Class Election, When You and the Bible Disagree, the Bible Wins: My Prayer for Eugene Peterson, Who am I? 1 Corinthians 9:27: Can a True Believer be "Disqualified"? If we receive God's grace in vain, God's purpose remains unfulfilled in us. It is possible to receive the grace of God in vain. Not Very. The Countless Reasons why the Only Wise God is deserving of All Glory Forevermore. Part Three, Can a Christian Commit the Sin unto Death? I also agree with Harris that if Gods grace flows continuously, a single failure to benefit from it would not stem the flow. Did Joshua Really Make the Sun Stand Still? Part Four, Can a Christian Commit the Sin unto Death? The legalists sought to turn them away from living in the power of the Spirit to living in the strength of the flesh. Does God ever actually say No to our Prayers? Did Jesus Christ have a Fallen, Sinful Human Nature? Why speaking in tongues is not a weird thing to do. As you may be aware, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into full effect on 25th May 2018. to complain to God in prayer? Or, Does the Current Secular State of Israel have a Biblical Claim on the Land? Subway Station, Cowardly Men vs. those who Honor their Wives, When Christians Genuinely Love One Another. John 1:9-13, 3) The Mystery of All Mysteries John 1:14-18, 4) The Fullness of Christ Overflowing to You and to Me! 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Why NT Prophecy does NOT result in "Scripture-quality" revelatory words (a response to the most frequently cited cessationist argument against the contemporary validity of spiritual gifts). #41 The Ultimate Remedy for Racism (and other Important Issues): Romans 9:24-33, #42 Prayer and Predestination are Friends, not Enemies: Romans 10:1-4, Your Everlasting Comfort: The Promised Security of the Love of God, #43 The Riches of God are for All who Believe: Romans 10:5-13, #45 A Remnant, Chosen by Grace: Romans 11:1-10, #46 And in This Way, all Israel will be Saved: Romans 11:11-32, #48 Moved by the Mercies of God: Romans 12:1-2, #49 You Have a Spiritual Gift: Now Use It! Living in the Light of the End of All Things (3), Living in the Light of the End of All Things (2), Living in the Light of the End of All Things, Why You Can't Sympathize with Christ but He Can with You, How to be a Christian without Going to Church. . (reflections on James 5:19-20), The Doctrine of the Atonement and the PCUSA Hymnal, The Exaltation and Adoration of the Son of God, The Pre-Incarnate Majesty, Incarnation, and Humiliation of the Son of God, The Panorama of the Gospel and the Practicality of Serving Others, Guidelines for Prophetic Ministry in Small Groups, Emanations of the Sweet Benevolence of Jesus Christ, The Beginner's Guide to Spiritual Gifts: A Review, Packer on Self-Examination vs. Introspection, and our Battle with Pride, The Convergence of Word and Spirit at Bridgeway. Where is He Now? 7:15) and Paul warned of (Acts 20:29), were luring many in the assembly away from the truth. What a Night! 6:8-9), Dealing with Dysfunction in the Family of Faith (2 Cor. What Is the Difference between Gods Discipline and Gods Punishment? Answering Eight Basic Questions All Of Us Ask, When Word Meets Spirit: Some Thoughts on Convergence, The Global Face of Christianity is Shifting. 6:4-5), The Treasure, quite simply, is Christ (2 Cor. (and I don't mean the drug!). The Second Death and Penal Substitutionary Atonement. The What, Who, When, Where, and How of Biblical Worship, The Word Became Flesh! Paul chided the Galatians, also under assault by legalism, Are you so foolish? That made the Corinthians defection all the more galling to Paul, for it was (and still is) the time for the ministry of reconciliation. Like the Corinthians, we must be diligent to avail ourselves of it at all times, taking advantage of every occasion to do good (rather than evil) so that it might attain to the goal for which God has bestowed it and so that we might receive what is due for what we, by means of that very grace, have done in the body (see 2 Cor. So says Paul: 'As God's fellow workers we urge you not to receive God's grace in vain.' 11:1-2), A Sincere and Pure Devotion to Christ (1) (2 Cor. Seven Reasons - Hebrews 1:1-4, Should Women Wear Head Coverings in Church? The Gospel as the Ground and Glue of Genuine Christian Fellowship Philippians 1:3-8, Learning to Love with Knowledge and Discernment Philippians 1:9-11, How Gods Sovereignty transforms Set-backs into Set-ups Philippians 1:12-18, The Gift (?) A travel guide is of no value to a person who walks in without knowing it or keeping its instructions. Needless to say, no one would ever suggest that the Thessalonians had received the grace of God in vain! Our God is a Mighty Fortress in the Midst of Chaos and Unrest, My Interview on Spiritual Gifts at The Laymans Lounge. Knowing the urgency of the times Paul, true to the urgency of his calling, passionately pleaded with the Corinthians not to let Gods grace in their lives be in vain. Gods grace comes to us not simply once in the gospel but as a constant and never-ceasing flow of merciful enablement and sanctifying power. Men and Women in Ministry: Should Women Serve as Elders in the Local Church, History of the Roman Catholic Church - Part I, History of the Roman Catholic Church - Part II, History of the Roman Catholic Church - Part III, History of the Roman Catholic Church - Part IV, History of the Roman Catholic Church - Part V, Perseverance of the Saints: An Introduction to the Debate, A Defense of the Perseverance of the Saints - Part I, A Defense of the Perseverance of the Saints - Part II, 1 John 3:9 and the Doctrine of Perseverance, 1 Timothy 1:18-20 and the Security of the Believer, Can a Christian Commit the Sin Unto Death? A Meditation on Christmas Eve, Expository Exultation: Or, Why Boring Preaching is a Sin. John 6:60-71, 23) When the Spirit Flows out like Rivers of Living Water: John 7:37-44, 24) Go, and sin no more: John 7:53-8:11, 25) When Man is Big and God is Small, or Vice Versa: John 8:12-30, Nancy Heche is a Model of Faith and Perseverance, 27) The Five Marks of a True Disciple, or Who is a Christian and how might we know? - John 15:11; 16:24; 17:13, What a Friend We Have in Jesus! 5:6). In the scriptures the term grace most often refers to the divine disposition and power to bless, bestow gifts, or otherwise act favorably toward man. The grace of God is received in vain when there is no holiness of life. 12:7-10), My Grace, All Sufficient, Shall Be Thy Supply (2 Cor. 2 Corinthians 6:1 ESV Working together with him, then, we appeal to you not to receive the grace of God in vain. Is it possible to receive Gods grace in vain? Others were saved, but legalistic false teaching was stunting their spiritual growth. God's grace may be received in vain when it is received superficially or externally, as in the parable of the soils ( Luke 8:4-15; Matt. Part Two, Pentecostals, Charismatics, and the Third Wave. Can We Judge the Christianity of Donald Trump? The context surrounding this statement is Paul's description of his ministry on their behalf and his attempt to restore good relations with the Corinthians (5:13-14; 5:18-6:1; see especially his impassioned appeal in 6:11-13). 1 Samuel 16:14-23, The Life-Transforming, Demon-Defeating, Heart-Healing Power of Praise 2 Chronicles 20:1-23, My Letter to Oklahoma University President David Boren and to the OU Board of Regents, The Pleasures of Praise, or Unashamed, Extravagant Affection for the Son of God 2 Samuel 6:16-23. For he says, In a favorable time I listened to you, and in a day of salvation I have helped you. Behold, now is the favorable time; behold, now is the day of salvation (2 Corinthians 6:1-2). 2 Corinthians 5:20-21; 6:1-2 ESV Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. The Scriptures teach that if there is no growth beyond the initial step of justification, then the grace of God has been received in vain. 4:15) to be deceived by a false gospel or led astray from the true path of sanctification. A Response to John MacArthur and an Appeal for Common Courtesy. John 1:14-18, 5) The Lamb of God, Atonement, and Baptism in the Spirit John 1:19-34, 6) He brought him to Jesus John 1:35-51, 7) Water, Wine, and Wonders! Do Christians "go to heaven" when they Die? (1:9a), Intercession: What Should We Ask for? An Easter Meditation on John 11:26, Our Knowledge of God's Knowledge of Us: Overcoming an Obstacle to Intimacy, To Live and Die for Christ: Remembering the Death of John Calvin (May 27, 1564), June 6, 2006: Some Observations on the Number of the Beast (666), Christian Blogger Adrian Warnock Interviews Sam Storms, Piper, Grudem, Dever, et al. (1) (2 Cor. What a Night! Dont receive the grace of God in vain this is the big idea from our Scripture passage today. Was Nebuchadnezzar, King of Babylon, Genuinely Converted to Saving Faith in the God of Israel? : Romans 6:1-14 (1), #25 Dead to Sin and Alive to God: Romans 6:1-14 (2), #26 Are You Gods Slave or Sins Slave? A Question for all Complementarian Cessationists, A Threat to Whom? Paul could not stand idly by and allow his diligent efforts to be undone. 10:7), Religious Bullies and How to Avoid Them (2 Cor. 13:5). Get Dressed! Others suggest that the exhortation in vv. Paul was similarly concerned about the Galatians: I am amazed that you are so quickly deserting Him who called you by the grace of Christ, for a different gospel; which is really not another; only there are some who are disturbing you and want to distort the gospel of Christ. Express your love for Him in your own way. Ephesians 2:20 - The Cessationist's "Go-To" Text (an on-going response to Strange Fire), The Charismatic Movement and Prospects for Renewal, A Chronology of the Life, Ministry, and Writings of Jonathan Edwards, Worship in Spirit and Truth (a three-part response to Strange Fire), Three Things God Doesn't and Never Will Do With Our Sin, Peter and Jonathan Edwards on Religious Affections, Not all Cessationists are of MacArthur's spirit. 6:11-13), The Life of the Church in the World vs. Rethinking What Makes Something Likely to Happen, God Created Us for exceeding, inexpressibly great happiness, Closing the Gap between Scripture and our Experience. Your Sins are Forgiven! Working together with Him, we strongly urge you not to receive Gods grace in vain [by turning away from sound doctrine and His merciful kindness]. My Second Interview on Spiritual Warfare with Susie Larson and Faith Radio, The God-Belittling, Self-Exalting, Hell-Deserving Wickedness of Unbelief, Buckle-up Pro-lifers. Choose this day Whom you will Serve! Do Christians and Muslims Worship the Same God? #4 The Gospel and the Power of God Unleashed! What are the Greater Works in John 14:12, and Who performs them, and When? - The Power of Identity - Revelation 3:7-13, And his servants will worship him! Reflections on our Eternal Enjoyment of God, The Church that makes Jesus Sick - Revelation 3:14-22, Convergence: EQUIP 2018 / Building a Prophetic Ministry in the Local Church, Enthroned! John 6:16-21; Matthew 14:22-33; Mark 6:45-52, 20) Three Impossibilities and the Sovereignty of God in Salvation, 21) Eating and Drinking for Eternal Life: John 6:47-59, 22) If not to Jesus, to whom will you go? Cessationism and the So-Called "Cluster" Argument: A Response, Fearing our Heavenly Father without being Afraid of Him (2), Evangelicals in America and National Healthcare, Fearing our Heavenly Father without being Afraid of Him (1), Hope and Holiness are Health for the Heart. For he says, In the time of favour I heard you, and in the day of salvation I helped you. I tell you, now Or do you not recognize this about yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in youunless indeed you fail the test? (2 Cor. Do You Still Doubt the Reality of the Resurrection of Jesus? False teachers, those wolves in sheeps clothing both Jesus (Matt. Praise and Worship. In the context of one of the most astounding restatements of the Gospel, the Apostle Paul wrote: We then, as workers together with Him, beseech you also that ye receive not the grace of God in vain. Part Two, Can a Christian Commit the Sin unto Death? (2 Cor. The Life and Legacy of J. I. Packer (an interview with Sam Storms), Divine Abundance Is More Than a Charismatic Hobbyhorse. (NET BIBLE) 2 Corinthians 6:1. John 14:15-24, 48) Hope for the World in the Words of Jesus: John 14:25-31, 49) The Vine, the Branches, and Abiding in Jesus: John 15:1-11, Beni Johnson, Wife of Bethel Churchs Bill Johnson, Has Died (Healing Part Three), 50) The Pursuit of Happiness: John 15:11; Psalm 1, 51) Was Jesus a Christian Hedonist? How much worse can it get in the Episcopal Church, U.S.A.? 5:9) in how they live, speak, act, and perhaps especially in how they respond to his efforts to rebuild and restore a relationship that had been undermined by suspicion, false reports, and the sinister efforts of the false teachers in their city. The "Moses Model" - A Recipe for Disaster? 5:18-21), Receiving the Grace of God in Vain (2 Cor. - Revelation 14:14-20; 15:1-8, Armageddon! 11:3), A Sincere and Pure Devotion to Christ (2) (2 Cor. He could not permit his spiritual children (1 Cor. A Study of Revelation 4-5 (Part II), An Appeal to All Pastors: Why and How Should We Preach - Part I, An Appeal to All Pastors: Why and How Should We Preach - Part II, An Appeal to All Pastors: Why and How Should We Preach - Part III. What's up with all the "Blood" in the Bible? 1:3-7), God's Design in our Distress (2 Cor. The Christus Victor theory of the Atonement. The Folly of the Cross and the Wisdom of God, A Satanist, a Roman Catholic, and J. I. Packer on the "Presence" of Christ in the Eucharist, When you Suffer, entrust your soul to a Faithful and Sovereign God, Know that when you Suffer, you are Blessed. We must work the works of Him who sent Me as long as it is day, Jesus admonished. Consider Pauls exhortation to the Colossians that they conduct themselves wisely toward outsiders, making the best use of the time (Col. 4:5) or making the most of the opportunity. Will Some Christians Smell Like Smoke on Judgment Day? But There is a Cure! Simply put, dont take Gods grace in vain. And Live Each Day Clothed in Christ Jesus! What does that even look like? Choosing Humility Over Revenge: A Case Study, Five Questions for Christians who believe the Bible supports Gay Marriage, by Kevin DeYoung. (4), Why must a Christian be in Community in a Local Church? How Should We Interpret the Book of Revelation? A Biblical Analysis of a Contentious Debate: Romans 13:1-7 (1). Perhaps receiving the grace of God in vain pertains not so much to salvation per se, or its forfeiture, but to the loss of potential blessings related to spiritual growth, knowledge, and joy that they would suffer by rejecting Paul as their apostle. Berean Study Bible As Gods fellow workers, then, we urge you not to receive Gods grace in vain. (2 Cor. Unraveling the Mystery of the Christian Life, Hebrews 2 and the Continuationist - Cessationist Debate. 4 4:8-12), Gazing Intently at What You Can't See (2 Cor. 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If you feel an answer is not 100% Bible based, then leave a comment, and we'll be sure to review it. 61) Jesus in Gethsemane: The Paradox of a Supplicating Savior: John 18:1-11, 62) Peters Denial of Jesus and the Look of Love: John 18:15-18, 25-27; Luke 22:61-62. Enter your email address and we will send you instructions on how to reset your password. Do Christians in Heaven Know what is Happening on Earth? : Romans 6:15-23, #27 Your Life Matters to God: Romans 7:1-13. Im sharing this here with you from my time of personal devotions with my Lord Jesus Christ, for your encouragement. - James 5:12, Why Does it Matter that God Cannot Lie? 13:18-23). 2 Corinthians 6:1-2: Receiving the Grace of God in Vain, Hebrews 10:26-31 and the Possibility of Apostasy. King James Bible We then, as workers together with him, beseech you also that ye receive not the grace of God in vain. We then, as workers together with him, beseech you also that ye receive not the grace of God in vain. 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