Romans 5:2

“By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.“

By definition, grace is

⁃ the free and unmerited favor of God, as manifested in the salvation of sinners and the bestowal of blessings.

⁃ a divinely given talent or blessing.

⁃ the condition or fact of being favored by someone.

There is nothing like God’s amazing grace. It is a freely given byproduct of salvation. And it is only obtained by faith.

What I find very interesting is that grace is something that we have to enter into. According to Romans, we have access to grace. By faith. This implies that it is something that we have to choose to walk in. Once we decide to walk in the grace of God, we must also choose to stand (stay) therein.

By definition, favor is

⁃ approval, support, or liking for someone or something.

⁃ an act of kindness beyond what is due or usual.

⁃ feel or show approval or preference for.

God is the ultimate gentleman. He does not force anything on his people. He sets things before you and allows you the honor of making a choice.

But he is also faithful that when we make wrong choices, and later choose to repent by asking for forgiveness. He is faithful to receive us back.

Just by choosing to access and stand in God’s grace we obtain benefits that are priceless. God’s approval, support, and abundant blessings are priceless. Amazingly enough, others are blessed just by being in our presence. They can experience God’s favor to a degree. Because our blessings overflow on them.

It is amazing to see that by choosing to access and stand in the grace of God, our life becomes a witness. We serve the great God, the creator of the world. We should live a life that exhibits our God. A life that draws people to the God abiding on the inside of us.

Most of the time the things we go though in life are not just about us. It is for the people who are around us. For those that may not be strong enough to make different choices, and find themselves stuck in bad situations. They are able to see you, watch the choices you make, and see the results of those choices. It is inspiring, and will speak volumes. It will speak louder than any words you utter.

Let your life be a witness. Just by walking in the grace (favor) of God.