The grace of all grace, the blessing of all blessings
Acts 20:17~24 “However, I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me.the task of testifying to the Gospel of God''s grace.”(24)
♬ Hymn for scheduled worship: Korean/English Hymnal #183 There Shall be Showers of Blessing (#172 in previous version)
The fact that God has given us the Gospel is called grace. The fact that He has called us as evangelists is also a blessing. If we cannot understand evangelism, we will not know the living works of God. Because we cannot overcome our own thoughts, we will not know how to pray correctly. In God’s time period, understanding God’s works and blessings is the grace of all grace and the blessing of all blessings.
1. The person who has received grace and blessings
Paul testified to his realization that everything was in the Gospel. Paul said to be joyful always in the Gospel, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:16~18). While he was acknowledged by men, he considered all things rubbish (Philippians 3:1~20). He gave instructions not to have conflicts and to be tolerant of others (Philippians 4:4~7). Even if your physical ailments do not heal, remember the grace that God has given you and give thanks. Like Paul, we have received God’s grace and blessing.
2. The grace of all grace
Paul did not shake despite persecution and problems because he enjoyed the grace and blessings of the Gospel. The individuals who met Paul shared the same grace and blessings and became disciples of Christ. It is the grace of all grace that Paul met people who enjoyed grace and blessings and that they became disciples. If they are disciples raised in the Gospel, they have one mind for God’s work. They can communicate regarding faith in Christ, they can receive God’s guidance in the midst of problems, and they will receive the guidance of the Holy Spirit. These are the blessings that we must receive.
3. Great answers
If you are someone who has received blessings, your eyes to see the age are open and you can see the future. If you have the answer regarding the future, the forces of darkness will crumble, and the culture will change. The result is that the Gospel movement that God desires will take place. Paul is an example of someone who was used in this way and remained humble. We, too, must be raised up as people who will be used greatly by God.
- God wants us to start correctly through the Word, prayer and evangelism. Pray that through you, disciples will be raised, that you can experience the grace of all grace and blessing of all blessings from the Gospel.
Core Training Message / 2010.6.19