Title

God's Grace is Available

Scripture
And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.
(Luke 2:52)
Devotional
The same Spirit, the same grace and the same power that graced Christ Jesus is available to us. As Jesus increased in wisdom, stature, and in favor with God and man, so are we to do so. We not only have those things that were available to Jesus, we have Jesus and His Word. Therefore, we are to regularly examine ourselves by asking, “Am I increasing as I should? Am I growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ?” There is no place for stagnation in the Kingdom of God and His Christ. As a matter of fact, there is no stagnation in His Kingdom. We are either growing or we are in a state of atrophy. The only plateau we will ever rightfully hit is the grave.
There is no doubt that the growth of the Christ child came through His obedience to His parents and His willingness to learn. He knew the Scriptures and the ways of the temple. He knew His Father through prayer and fellowship. Let us likewise grow through the realm of God's grace and personal obedience, being teachable with all humility.
Thought For The Night
“Law tells me how crooked I am; grace comes along and straightens me out.” D.L. Moody
 
Evening Text
Luke 2:52: And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.
Looking for Answers
 
Evening Study Guide
Defining:  “Grace,” quite simply is the ability to be like Jesus. It is God granting you the power and giftedness to walk in obedience to His calling for your life. Therefore, grace removes any excuse for disobedience.
 
Referencing: “With great power the apostles gave witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And great grace was upon them all,” Acts 4:33.
 
Applying: Grace goes beyond unmerited favor. Grace is the manifestation of the very power of God in your life—now grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18).