Grace, Favor and Mercy!

Amongst many of my favorite Christmas books is a collection by Debbie Macomber. She has a series about three angels who visit earth at Christmas time, these three angels names are: Shirley, Goodness and Mercy. Today I wish to visit earth with Gods: Grace, Favor, and Mercy!

Webster defines Grace:

Unmerited (not adequately earned or deserved) divine assistance given to humans for their regeneration (spiritual renewal or revival) or sanctification (the state of growing in divine grace as a result of a Christian commitment) Approval, Favor, Mercy or Pardon.

God defines Grace:

2 Corinthians 12:9 ESV “But then he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”

John 1:16 ESV “And from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace.”

Ephesians 2:8 ESV “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.”

Webster defines Favor:

Warm regard is shown toward another, especially by a superior. A special privilege or right granted. Gracious, Kind, Lenient.

God defines Favor:

Psalms 5:12 ESV “For you bless the righteous, O’ Lord; you cover him with favor as with a shield.”

Psalms 84:11 ESV “For The Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor. No good thing does he withhold from those who walk up rightly.”

Proverbs 3:34 ESV “Toward the scorned he is scornful, to the humble He gives favor.”

Proverbs 8:35 ESV “For whoever finds me finds life and obtains favor from the Lord.”

Webster defines Mercy:

Compassion or forbearance is shown especially to an offender. A blessing that is an act of divine favor or mercy. Compassionate treatment of those in distress.

God defines Mercy:

Matthew 5:7 ESV “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” Catch this, blessed are those who give mercy to others as they then will receive mercy themselves…it’s a ponder moment!

Luke 6:36 ESV “Be merciful, even as Your Father is merciful.”

Hebrew 4:16 ESV “Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.”

In the season we are celebrating, the season of love and giving. It might behoove us to offer the gifts of: Grace, Favor and Mercy!!!

If you are looking for funny holiday stories that will warm your heart and make you laugh. Check out Shirley, Goodness, and Mercy by Debbie Macomber, these angels get into more trouble, and you will be glad you did.

Have a blessed day, be a blessing and as always, Thank you for joining me. 🥰